What's happened
Qualcomm reports a 35% jump in sales to Chinese smartphone makers, Estée Lauder lowers earnings forecast due to slow recovery in China, and Apple expects to return to growth next year
Why it matters
The performance of smartphone chip companies in China is significant as it reflects the recovery and demand in the global smartphone market, which has been impacted by the pandemic and geopolitical tensions.
What the papers say
Qualcomm reports a 35% jump in sales to Chinese smartphone makers, while Estée Lauder blames slow recovery in China and Apple expects to return to growth next year.
How we got here
The global smartphone market has faced challenges due to the pandemic and falling consumer confidence. China, as one of the largest smartphone markets, plays a crucial role in the recovery and growth of smartphone chip companies.
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