Shares of Weibo Corporation, a leading social media platform in China, surged 5.09% during the pre-market trading session on Thursday, as investors reassessed the potential of Chinese technology companies in the wake of DeepSeek's groundbreaking success.

According to a report by Deutsche Bank, DeepSeek's recent launch is being hailed as a "Sputnik moment" for China, marking the country's ascendancy to the forefront of technological innovation. The report suggests that China's dominance across various industries, including manufacturing, services, and now artificial intelligence, is compelling investors to reevaluate the valuations of Chinese stocks, which have historically traded at a discount compared to their global peers.

The Deutsche Bank analyst believes that the investing world is beginning to recognize China's ability to outcompete the rest of the world, and the valuation discount for Chinese stocks is expected to dissipate. This shift in sentiment is likely driving increased interest in Chinese tech companies like Weibo, which could benefit from the broader optimism surrounding the sector.