iQIYI
About: Iqiyi is a leading streaming video-on-demand company in China that generates revenue mostly through a subscription basis. The platform also provides user-generated content to nonpaying users, monetized through ads. The company self-produces much of the subscription content and also generates revenue through content distribution, gaming, and IP licensing. Iqiyi competes directly with Tencent Video, Alibaba's Youku, ByteDance's MangoTV, and Bilibili. The company is 45% and 5% owned by Baidu and Xiaomi, respectively.
Employees: 4,673
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Funds holding %
of 7,419 funds
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Analysts bullish %
Fund manager confidence
Based on 2024 Q4 regulatory disclosures by fund managers ($100M+ AUM)
13% more call options, than puts
Call options by funds: $24.7M | Put options by funds: $21.8M
7% less repeat investments, than reductions
Existing positions increased: 53 | Existing positions reduced: 57
1.17% less ownership
Funds ownership: 7.55% [Q3] → 6.38% (-1.17%) [Q4]
17% less funds holding
Funds holding: 192 [Q3] → 160 (-32) [Q4]
41% less capital invested
Capital invested by funds: $795M [Q3] → $472M (-$323M) [Q4]
53% less first-time investments, than exits
New positions opened: 27 | Existing positions closed: 58
67% less funds holding in top 10
Funds holding in top 10: 3 [Q3] → 1 (-2) [Q4]
Research analyst outlook
We haven’t received any recent analyst ratings for IQ.
Financial journalist opinion
Based on 5 articles about IQ published over the past 30 days
Neutral
PRNewsWire
3 days ago
iQIYI leads agile, IP-and tech-powered offline experience with plan for second theme park in China
BEIJING , April 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- On Apr. 18, iQIYI, China's leading online entertainment platform, announced the groundbreaking of its second comprehensive theme park, iQIYI LAND, in Kaifeng, Henan Province, Central China. This milestone follows last month's unveiling of iQIYI's plans for its first comprehensive theme park in Yangzhou, Jiangsu Province in East China, marking another step in the company's strategy to extend its premium IP into the offline realm.
Positive
Seeking Alpha
1 week ago
Investing In iQIYI: A Contrarian Bet With Big Upside
iQIYI, dubbed the "Netflix of China," is trading at a bargain price, presenting a unique value-oriented play for investors with a decent risk appetite. Despite challenges, iQIYI's dual subscription model, strong content, and overseas expansion efforts have led to profitability and improved liquidity metrics. My fair value model indicates a significant upside for IQ stock, with a fair value estimate of $11.54, well above its current market price.
Neutral
PRNewsWire
2 weeks ago
From screen to society: latest iQIYI-presented films champion realism in cinematic storytelling
BEIJING , April 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- iQIYI, China's leading online entertainment platform, announced the premieres of two reality-driven films – "Mumu" and "We Girls" – ahead of the Qingming Festival holiday period (also known as Tomb-Sweeping Day) in early April. Presented by iQIYI, the films delve into the often-overlooked lives of hearing-impaired families and marginalized women, offering a powerful testament to the company's commitment to realism in content creation while combining commercial appeal with compelling storytelling and artistic merit.
Positive
Seeking Alpha
3 weeks ago
The Bottom Fishing Club: iQIYI Has Interesting Chart, Netflix-Like Streaming Income
iQIYI, Inc., a Chinese streaming service like Netflix, is increasing in-house content creation, aiming for higher subscriber totals and profits. Despite U.S./China trade risks, iQIYI offers potential gains, especially if the Chinese yuan strengthens against the U.S. dollar. Concerns about U.S. economic isolation under President Trump make international investments like iQIYI appealing for diversification and growth reasons.
Neutral
GlobeNewsWire
3 weeks ago
iQIYI Files Its Annual Report on Form 20-F
BEIJING, March 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- iQIYI, Inc. (Nasdaq: IQ) (“iQIYI” or the “Company”), a leading provider of online entertainment video services in China, today announced that it filed its annual report on Form 20-F for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024 with the Securities and Exchange Commission on March 27, 2025, U.S. Eastern Time. The annual report can be accessed on the Company's investor relations website at http://ir.iqiyi.com.
Neutral
PRNewsWire
1 month ago
iQIYI hosts Glittering Night to drive high-quality development in mini and short drama industry
BEIJING , March 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- On Mar. 14, iQIYI, China's leading online entertainment platform, convened the country's most comprehensive gathering of mini and short drama professionals at its inaugural Glittering Night ceremony in Suzhou, Jiangsu province, where industry leaders collectively endorsed the sector's critical transition from quantity-driven output to premium content creation. The dual-format occasion combined executive forums addressing content standardization with evening celebrations honoring premium productions like short- and mini-drama of the year, and revealed new strategic programs to elevate production values through 2025.
Positive
CNBC
1 month ago
China's ‘Netflix' iQiyi is set to open a theme park with virtual reality based on its own shows
Chinese videostreaming platform iQiyi said Thursday it plans to open its first theme park this year, based on characters from its own shows. The forthcoming "iQiyi Land" is set to open in the city of Yangzhou in Jiangsu province, just over two hours from Shanghai by high-speed train.
Neutral
PRNewsWire
1 month ago
iQIYI announces the groundbreaking of its first comprehensive theme park, leveraging IP-driven offline experiences to boost growth
BEIJING , March 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- On Mar. 13, iQIYI, China's leading online entertainment platform, announced plans to develop its first comprehensive theme park, iQIYI LAND, in Yangzhou, Jiangsu Province. This new entertainment destination will center around iQIYI's extensive portfolio of film and drama IPs, empowered by cutting-edge technology to deliver fully immersive experiences for visitors.
Positive
Seeking Alpha
1 month ago
iQIYI: New Blockbusters, AI, Debt Financing, And Trading At Undervalued Levels
iQIYI's recent blockbusters and mini-dramas investments are expected to boost subscriber growth and revenue in 2025, enhancing free cash flow. The company secured $344.8 million in convertible notes for content production, though potential share dilution is a concern. Despite substantial debt, iQIYI's ability to generate free cash flow and undervalued stock make it a compelling investment opportunity.
Neutral
PRNewsWire
1 month ago
iQIYI showcases strategic response to TV drama industry trends: short-form content and technological innovation drive growth
BEIJING , Feb. 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- iQIYI, China's leading online entertainment platform, participated in the first China TV Drama Production Industry Conference and the 10th China International TV Drama Program Trade Fair in Shenzhen in last week. iQIYI Founder and CEO Yu GONG delivered a keynote speech at the conference, emphasizing the company's "viewer-centric approach" in response to evolving consumption patterns.
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