IQ

Based on iQIYI, Inc.'s historical closing prices, adjusted for stock splits and dividend reinvestment. Past performance does not guarantee future results. This is for informational purposes only and is not financial advice.

What does iQIYI do?

iQIYI operates one of China's largest online video streaming platforms, offering subscription video, live broadcasting, online literature, animations, and casual games. The company earns revenue through paid memberships, advertising, and content distribution, and is a subsidiary of Baidu Holdings Limited.

Does IQ pay dividends?

No, iQIYI does not pay a dividend. The company retains capital to fund content investment and operational needs. Investors seeking regular income distributions should be aware that no dividend program is currently in place.

When does IQ report earnings?

iQIYI reports financial results on a quarterly basis, as is standard for US-listed ADRs. For the exact timing of upcoming earnings releases, check iQIYI's investor relations page directly, as dates can shift.

Is IQ a good stock to buy?

UQS Score rates IQ as Poor, driven by Weak ratings across Quality, Moat, Growth, and Risk pillars. The Valuation pillar is rated Good, which may limit downside, but the overall profile suggests significant fundamental challenges remain. The full pillar breakdown is available to Pro members.

Is IQ overvalued?

Based on the UQS Valuation pillar, IQ is rated Good — meaning the stock does not appear expensive relative to its fundamentals and sector peers. However, a low valuation alone does not offset the weaknesses identified across the other four pillars.

How does IQ compare to its competitors?

iQIYI's listed peers on US exchanges — Sinclair, AMC Entertainment, and IMAX — operate in different segments of the entertainment industry. iQIYI is unique as a China-focused digital streaming platform, which means its competitive dynamics, regulatory exposure, and growth profile differ substantially from these US-centric peers.

What is IQ's market cap bracket?

iQIYI is classified as a small-cap stock. This places it in a bracket where liquidity, analyst coverage, and institutional ownership can be more limited than for large- or mega-cap peers, which may contribute to higher price volatility.

Who founded iQIYI?

iQIYI was founded in 2009 — originally operating as Qiyi.com, Inc. before rebranding to iQIYI in November 2017. The company was built with backing from Baidu, China's dominant search engine, which remains its controlling shareholder. Founding details are widely available through public filings.

Is IQ a long-term quality investment?

As a long-term quality indicator, UQS Score rates IQ as Poor. Sustained long-term value creation typically requires durable competitive advantages and consistent earnings power — areas where iQIYI currently scores Weak. Investors with a long horizon should weigh these structural concerns carefully before committing capital.

What is the main competitive advantage of iQIYI?

iQIYI's Moat pillar is rated Weak, suggesting its competitive advantages are limited. Its scale as one of China's largest streaming platforms and its relationship with Baidu provide some structural support, but content costs and intense domestic competition from rivals like Tencent Video and Youku constrain durable differentiation.

What sector does IQ belong to?

iQIYI is classified in the Communication Services sector. This sector includes streaming platforms, broadcasters, and digital media companies. Within Communication Services, iQIYI occupies the online entertainment sub-segment, focused entirely on the Chinese consumer market.

Is IQ a growth stock or value stock?

Based on UQS pillar labels, IQ does not fit neatly into either category. Its Growth pillar is rated Weak, meaning it lacks the momentum typically associated with growth stocks. Its Valuation pillar is rated Good, giving it a value-like appearance — but that alone does not make it a classic value investment given the weak underlying fundamentals.

iQIYI, Inc. currently shows below-average quality metrics, suggesting challenges with profitability.

iQIYI, Inc. shows steady but unspectacular growth, typical for mature companies.

iQIYI, Inc. has some risk factors including moderate leverage or solvency concerns.

iQIYI, Inc. trades at a reasonable valuation with decent earnings yield and FCF multiples.

iQIYI, Inc. operates in a highly competitive environment with limited sustainable advantages. The Moat pillar evaluates competitive advantages across five dimensions: Switching Costs, Network Effects, Cost Advantage, Intangible Assets, and Scale & Ecosystem. Sign in to customize moat ratings for IQ.

The UQS (Unified Quality Score) for iQIYI, Inc. is calculated using a proprietary 6-pillar framework with 29 financial metrics. Each pillar evaluates a different dimension on a 0–100 scale, then combines into a single weighted score. Scoring thresholds are calibrated per sector. Momentum is an optional Pro toggle — without it, you get the 5-pillar / 25-metric core shown below.

Quality (25%) measures profitability and capital efficiency — ROIC, ROE, margins, GP/Assets, and FCF Yield.

Moat (25%) assesses iQIYI, Inc.'s competitive advantages across switching costs, network effects, cost advantages, intangible assets, and ecosystem scale.

Growth (20%) tracks revenue trajectory and earnings momentum, combining historical results with analyst forward estimates.

Risk (15%) is inversely scored — lower leverage and strong balance sheet health result in higher scores.

Valuation (15%) measures whether iQIYI, Inc. is fairly priced using earnings yield, price-to-FCF, PEG ratio, and EV/EBITDA relative to sector peers.

Six investor-inspired presets are available, each with different pillar weights: Balanced, Buffett, Munger, Lynch, Cathie Wood, and Graham. The public score shown here uses the Balanced preset. Learn more in our FAQ.