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Iqiyi
AddedFeb 21, 2024
UpdatedJun 28, 2026
Iqiyi

Iqiyi

Public

iQIYI, a Baidu-owned Chinese company, offers subscription-based video streaming services.

HQ
Beijing, Beijing, CN
Founded
2010
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Founded on January 6, 2010, iQIYI is a Chinese subscription-based video streaming service owned by Baidu and headquartered in Beijing. The company's core mission is to provide high-quality entertainment content, including films and television series, to a global audience. iQIYI offers a range of services such as streaming media, video on demand, digital distribution, film production, and film distribution. The platform is available in five languages and serves a worldwide market, aiming to be a leading player in the entertainment and mass media industry.

Notable figures associated with iQIYI include founder and CEO Gong Yu and Chairman He Junjie. The company is traded on Nasdaq under the ticker symbol IQ. Key achievements include its rapid expansion to serve a global audience and its significant role in producing and distributing popular Chinese films and TV series. iQIYI's impact is evident in its contribution to the digital entertainment landscape, offering diverse content and innovative streaming solutions to millions of users worldwide.

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Iqiyi - Quick Facts

Who are Iqiyi's competitors?

Companies similar to Iqiyi include Viu, Kuaishou Technology, CuriosityStream and Huya.

When was Iqiyi founded?

Iqiyi was founded in 2010.

Where is Iqiyi's headquarters located?

Iqiyi's headquarters is located in Beijing, Beijing, CN.

When was Iqiyi's last funding round?

Iqiyi's most recent funding round was for $600M (USD) in March 2023.

How much has Iqiyi raised to-date?

As of Mar 1, 2023, Iqiyi has raised a total of $4.8B (USD).

How many employees does Iqiyi have?

Iqiyi has 5,001 employees as of Feb 12, 2024.

Iqiyi - Classification

Ownership
  • Public
Technology
  • Streaming Media
Geographic Exposure
  • Global
Model
  • Platform
Revenue
  • Recurring
  • Transactional
Customer
  • Consumers
Main Product
  • Video Streaming
Tags
  • SaaS
Unique IDs
  • ein: 000000000
  • secCik: 0001722608
  • ticker: IQ
NAICS
  • 530000Real Estate and Rental and Leasing
  • 532000Rental and Leasing Services
  • 532200Consumer Goods Rental
  • 532280Other Consumer Goods Rental
  • 532282Video Tape and Disc Rental
SIC
  • 7300Business Services
  • 7310Advertising
  • 7313Radio, Television, And Publishers' Advertising Representatives
ISIC
  • 7722Renting of video tapes and disks
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NAICS
  • 510000Information
  • 512000Motion Picture and Sound Recording Industries
  • 512100Motion Picture and Video Industries
  • 512110Motion Picture and Video Production
SIC
  • 7840Video Tape Rental
  • 7841Video Tape Rental
  • 6000Depository Institutions
  • 7800Motion Pictures
  • 7810Motion Picture Production And Allied Services
  • 7812Motion Picture And Video Tape Production