Iconic American Companies Owned by Chinese Investors

90. Complete Genomics

Headquarters: Mountain View, California
Bought By: BGI Group
Headquarters: Shenzhen, Guangdong, China

Situated in Mountain View, California, Complete Genomics is a leader in whole human genomic sequencing. In 2013, the company was bought by BGI-Shenzhen, a Chinese genomics company, for approximately $118 million. This acquisition was a milestone in China’s strategy to accelerate its capacity in genomic research.

With the acquisition of Complete Genomics, BGI not only gained access to advanced genome sequencing technology but also enriched its capacity to conduct large-scale human, plant, and animal DNA sequencing. This step has substantially elevated China’s international standing in the field of genomics, underscoring the country’s growing prowess in cutting-edge biomedical research.