** China's largest chipmaker Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corp (SMIC) 0981.HK jumps 7.3% to HK$30.3, highest since Oct. 23
** Stock set for biggest intraday pct rise since Oct. 18
** SMIC posts 58.3% jump in Q3 net profit as the sector showed signs of recovery after prolonged downturn since late 2022
** Q3 net income at $148.8 mln, below analysts' estimates of $199.71 mln - LSEG
** Revenue in line with market expectations, while gross profit margin beats estimates
** Stock up 46% YTD
(Reporting by Donny Kwok)
((donny.kwok@thomsonreuters.com))