iQIYI, Inc. Sponsored ADR (NASDAQ:IQ) Given Average Recommendation of “Hold” by Brokerages

iQIYI, Inc. Sponsored ADR (NASDAQ:IQ) has been given a consensus recommendation of “Hold” by the five research firms that are currently covering the company, MarketBeat.com reports. One research analyst has rated the stock with a sell recommendation, two have assigned a hold recommendation and two have assigned a buy recommendation to the company. The average 1-year price target among brokerages that have issued a report on the stock in the last year is $2.5467.

A number of research analysts have issued reports on the company. Weiss Ratings reissued a “sell (d)” rating on shares of iQIYI in a research note on Wednesday, June 24th. Wall Street Zen lowered iQIYI from a “hold” rating to a “sell” rating in a research report on Sunday, April 26th. Benchmark reiterated a “hold” rating on shares of iQIYI in a report on Wednesday. Finally, Zacks Research upgraded iQIYI from a “strong sell” rating to a “hold” rating in a research report on Monday, July 20th.

Institutional Inflows and Outflows

A number of institutional investors have recently bought and sold shares of the stock. Catalyst Funds Management Pty Ltd bought a new stake in shares of iQIYI during the fourth quarter worth $1,205,000. Public Employees Retirement System of Ohio raised its holdings in shares of iQIYI by 2.5% during the first quarter. Public Employees Retirement System of Ohio now owns 366,300 shares of the company’s stock worth $495,000 after acquiring an additional 8,900 shares during the period. Bank of New York Mellon Corp lifted its position in iQIYI by 4.4% in the 1st quarter. Bank of New York Mellon Corp now owns 534,118 shares of the company’s stock valued at $721,000 after acquiring an additional 22,662 shares in the last quarter. Marshall Wace LLP boosted its stake in iQIYI by 1,423.3% in the 4th quarter. Marshall Wace LLP now owns 2,811,044 shares of the company’s stock worth $5,397,000 after purchasing an additional 2,626,502 shares during the period. Finally, Barrow Hanley Mewhinney & Strauss LLC acquired a new position in iQIYI in the 4th quarter worth $8,488,000. Institutional investors own 52.69% of the company’s stock.

iQIYI Price Performance

IQ opened at $1.13 on Friday. The company has a quick ratio of 0.45, a current ratio of 0.45 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.79. iQIYI has a 12 month low of $0.95 and a 12 month high of $2.84. The company has a fifty day simple moving average of $1.16 and a 200 day simple moving average of $1.30. The stock has a market cap of $1.09 billion, a P/E ratio of -9.42 and a beta of 0.19.

More iQIYI News

Here are the key news stories impacting iQIYI this week:

• Positive Sentiment: iQIYI said its second-quarter non-GAAP operating loss narrowed to RMB30.3 million, an improvement of approximately 80% from the prior-year period. Management attributed the progress to operating-efficiency measures and outlined an AI-led, more decentralized business strategy aimed at improving content production and platform operations. iQIYI outlines AI-led decentralization as Q2 non-GAAP operating loss narrows
• Neutral Sentiment: iQIYI reported quarterly revenue of approximately $925.4 million and adjusted EPS of negative $0.03. EPS matched the consensus estimate, while the company continued to post negative net margin and return on equity. iQIYI Announces Second Quarter 2026 Financial Results
• Negative Sentiment: Revenue fell short of analysts’ roughly $933.6 million forecast, increasing concerns about weak growth in iQIYI’s core online-entertainment business. The company’s broader net loss also widened, with a tax-related charge contributing to the deterioration. iQIYI Q2 loss widens amid tax hit and revenue decline
• Negative Sentiment: The earnings miss and wider loss prompted selling pressure, while the earnings call reinforced investor focus on whether iQIYI’s AI investments and restructuring can translate into sustained revenue growth and profitability. iQIYI Q2 2026 Earnings Call Transcript

iQIYI Company Profile

iQIYI, Inc is a leading online entertainment service provider headquartered in Beijing, China, offering a comprehensive portfolio of streaming video content across multiple genres. The company operates a subscription-based video-on-demand (SVOD) platform, complemented by advertising-supported content (AVOD) and pay-per-view offerings. Its digital library encompasses original series, feature films, variety shows, animation and documentaries, catering to diverse demographic segments and viewer preferences.

Originally launched by Baidu in 2010 as an online video site, iQIYI was formally rebranded in early 2012 and has since expanded its footprint beyond China’s domestic market.