Driven by strong festive demand during Ramadan and Easter, eased inflationary pressures, and expanded availability of emerging Android brands, smartphone shipments in the Middle East and African markets increased by 7% YoY in 1Q25, marking the first rebound after two consecutive quarters of decline, according to a report from global technology market research firm Counterpoint Research.In addition, Chinese mobile brand Transsion continued to lead the market with a 32% share, up 3% from the same period in 2024, followed by Samsung. XIAOMI-W (01810.HK) -1.150 (-2.120%) Short selling $721.80M; Ratio 10.812% 's market share fell by 2 ppts YoY, while Apple's shipments and market share rose by 4% and 6%, respectively.(HK stocks quote is delayed for at least 15 mins.Short Selling Data as at 2025-06-06 16:25.)Related NewsUBS Raises Kingsoft Cloud's TP to USD14; Profitability Expected for 2027