Rumours about OnePlus shutting down in key global markets have surfaced again, months after India CEO Robin Liu had dismissed them, saying business operations were continuing “as usual and will continue to do so.” The speculation has gained more ground following Liu’s departure from the company. Internet tipster Yogesh Brar had claimed in a now-deleted post on X that OnePlus would be pulling out of select global markets to focus on budget and mid-range products in India. ‘
The shutdown, if it happens, is expected to begin around April 2026, though the timeline has not been confirmed.
What Did The Tipster Claim About OnePlus Global Markets?
In his since-deleted post, Brar wrote: “OnePlus is shutting down in select Global markets. China business will stay unaffected. India market will mostly get budget & mid-range products. (Not a good news for US, UK & EU customers) [sic].”
Reports also suggest that OnePlus had informed selected staff about the decision in advance, with some already receiving severance packages. This is not the first time the brand has scaled back its global presence.
In 2020, OnePlus shut down its UK, German, and other European offices following co-founder Carl Pei’s exit, shortly after the Nord launch.
How Is OnePlus Performing In India Right Now?
Robin Liu, who joined OnePlus in 2018 and was most recently serving as India CEO, stepped down on Tuesday to, as the company put it, “pursue his personal passions.” His last working day is reportedly March 31, and he has already moved back to China.
On the business side, OnePlus recorded a 32% decline in shipments in 2025, according to Cybermedia Research. IDC puts that decline at 38.8% on a year-on-year basis.
The company has also reportedly cancelled plans for the OnePlus Open 2 and OnePlus 15s. Despite this, OnePlus has announced that its mid-range Nord 6 will launch in India next month.
