iQIYI, Inc. - American Depositary Shares (IQ)

Operating under the iQIYI brand, iQIYI, Inc. is a prominent provider of online entertainment services throughout the People's Republic of China. Its extensive portfolio of offerings encompasses internet video content, online gaming, live streaming events, digital literature, animated productions, e-commerce solutions, and a social media platform. A central feature is its video content platform, which curates a vast library of internet video, sourced both from licensed third-party professional creators and its own in-house productions. Revenue streams also include subscription-based memberships, content licensing and distribution, and online advertising. Specific offerings further include iQIYI Show, a real-time live streaming platform where users can engage with preferred hosts, public figures, and programs. Additionally, iQIYI Lite offers a streamlined and personalized video viewing experience, tailoring content recommendations to individual user tastes. Beyond its core media services, iQIYI is also active in talent management, intellectual property (IP) licensing, and the ongoing development of a dedicated video community application. Originally incorporated as Qiyi.com, Inc., the company officially adopted the name iQIYI, Inc. in November 2017. Established in 2009, iQIYI is headquartered in Beijing, China, and operates as a subsidiary of Baidu Holdings Limited.