CLI RESEARCH: Overview of Chinese Companies Investing, Operating, and Building in the Lone Star State

Texas, now a $2.7 trillion economy, has become one of the top U.S. destinations for Chinese companies. From energy and technology to finance and real estate, nearly 100 Chinese enterprises are investing, building, and creating thousands of local jobs.

Flagship projects include Trina Solar’s $200M, 1,500-job solar plant in Wilmer and Hithium’s large-scale energy storage site in Mesquite. Financial giants like ICBC and Bank of China operate in Houston, while Yum China runs its U.S. headquarters from Plano.

These moves highlight how Chinese firms are localizing production, tapping Texas’ workforce, and integrating into America’s fastest-growing economy.

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