Chinese robotic vacuums sweep up overseas mkt

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Chinese robotic vacuum cleaner manufacturers are accelerating steps to expand their footprint in overseas markets, with a key focus on upgrading products and improving technological innovation capacities amid a broader push to bolster global sales and enhance international influence and brand recognition, industry experts said.

According to a report released by Beijing-based market consultancy All View Cloud, which specializes in home appliances research, sales revenue of robotic vacuum cleaners in China reached 3.1 billion yuan ($427.9 million) during the January-April period, an increase of 22 percent year-on-year, while sales volume stood at 1.02 million units, up 17 percent on a yearly basis.

The report said although the average price of robotic vacuum cleaners is 3,080 yuan, products with prices ranging from 3,500 to 4,000 yuan witnessed the fastest growth in terms of market share. The proportion of high-end and smart vacuum cleaners priced above 5,000 yuan also increased significantly.