Welcome to our dedicated page for Iqiyi news (Ticker: IQ), a resource for investors and traders seeking the latest updates and insights on Iqiyi stock.
iQIYI, Inc. (Nasdaq: IQ) is a provider of online entertainment video services in China, and this news page focuses on developments that the company itself highlights in its press releases and earnings updates. iQIYI regularly publishes announcements on quarterly financial results, content launches, technology initiatives and IP monetization projects, offering investors and observers insight into how its business is evolving.
Recent news has included unaudited financial results for multiple quarters in 2025, where iQIYI reports total revenues, operating income or loss, net income or loss, and non-GAAP metrics. These releases also discuss trends in membership services revenue, online advertising services revenue, content distribution revenue and other revenues, along with commentary from management on content strategy, AI investments and capital structure.
In addition to financial updates, iQIYI issues news about its content slate and IP. Examples include the premiere of “The Blooming Journey” Season 2, which the company positions as part of its seasonal IP and female-centric storytelling, and announcements from the iQIYI World Conference detailing over 400 upcoming titles, mini-drama initiatives and variety show plans. Other releases describe the growth of its Experience Business, including consumer IP products, immersive theaters and iQIYI Land theme parks, as well as partnerships around its Digital Asset Library and virtual production capabilities.
Visitors to this IQ news page can review these categories of information in one place, from earnings releases furnished on Form 6-K to content and technology announcements distributed via newswires. This provides a centralized view of how iQIYI presents its performance, strategic priorities and new projects over time.
iQIYI reports a 20% increase in viewing hours during the National Day Holiday (Oct. 1-7, 2022), with a notable 11% rise in daily active users compared to the previous week. Premium, long-form content, especially anime, drove this surge, with viewing hours for anime up nearly 50%. The company's strategy to produce diverse and quality content appears effective, as evidenced by strong performances in various genres. Additionally, big-screen viewing saw a 22% increase week-over-week, indicating a growing trend among users to consume content on larger screens.
iQIYI launched a groundbreaking 5D in-vehicle cinema in collaboration with XPeng Motor on Sep. 21, revolutionizing in-vehicle entertainment in China. This innovative cinema utilizes advanced technology for immersive experiences, integrating physical cockpit features for sensory effects during content playback. The initial film offerings include hits like Dune and Godzilla vs. Kong. iQIYI's efforts also include patent applications for new technologies, positioning the company as a leader in smart cockpit developments with partnerships across the automotive industry.
iQIYI, a leading online entertainment service in China, announced that its series Shining for One Thing generated over RMB 100 million in revenue through its revenue-sharing model. This success highlights the platform's ability to drive commercial gains for quality content. iQIYI plans to continue collaborating with producers to develop premium content, reflecting a growing market with 23 new shows launched in 2022, a 4% year-on-year increase. The revenue-sharing model is enhancing income diversity and fostering a positive development cycle for online dramas.
iQIYI, an online entertainment service in China, announced 235 new films and series at the iJOY Conference held on September 15, 2022. This extensive lineup underscores iQIYI's commitment to producing premium original content. The company turned profitable for the first time this year and plans to continue its 'calm growth' strategy, focusing on investing in high-quality content to drive user engagement and revenue.
iQIYI aims to cater to Gen Z with diverse programming, including dramas about modern women's stories and popular variety shows.
iQIYI upgraded its revenue sharing system for the Cloud Cinema Premiere model, increasing producer revenue share from 60% to 90% for films released via Premium Video on Demand (PVOD). This initiative aims to drive growth in the online film market and provides producers with more incentives. Notable top-earning films include Dreams of Getting Rich and Northeastern Bro, showcasing the success of this strategy. iQIYI's Vice President emphasized the goal of fostering a fair media ecosystem through collaboration with industry talents.
iQIYI, a leading online entertainment service in China, reported its second-quarter 2022 financial results, highlighting total revenues of RMB6.7 billion (US$993.8 million), down 13% year-over-year. Membership services revenue increased 7% to RMB4.3 billion (US$639.7 million).
The company achieved an operating income of RMB125.8 million (US$18.8 million) compared to a loss of RMB1.1 billion in Q2 2021. Notably, net loss attributable to iQIYI narrowed to RMB214 million (US$31.9 million), down from RMB1.4 billion in the same quarter last year.
iQIYI, Inc. (Nasdaq: IQ) has entered a definitive agreement with PAG Asia to issue US$500 million in convertible notes, with an additional US$50 million option. The notes feature a 6% interest rate and will mature in five years. Investors can convert the notes into American depositary shares at a 20% conversion premium. PAG Asia can appoint a board member upon transaction closure. This issuance is exempt from registration under the Securities Act. The deal is anticipated to finalize in Q4 2022, pending certain conditions.
iQIYI, a leading online entertainment service in China, has announced the production of its drama series Fox Spirit Matchmaker (Yuehong Chapter) using Extended Reality (XR) Virtual Production technology, marking it as China's first drama to utilize this approach. The series will be filmed in a 2,400-square-meter virtual studio in Hengdian, Zhejiang, using LED panels to create realistic settings. This innovation aims to enhance content quality and efficiency while lowering production costs. Vice President Zhu Liang emphasized the importance of integrating advanced technology to advance the Chinese film and television industry.
iQIYI is hosting the online screening of the 12th Beijing International Film Festival (BJIFF) from Aug. 10 to 23. As the Official Exclusive Online Screening Platform, iQIYI showcases 84 films across nine units. The festival features acclaimed titles like Happy as Lazzaro and Father, ensuring an immersive viewing experience through HDR Vivid video standards. Moreover, iQIYI presents two films in the offline 'Chinese New Wave' unit and offers VIP members exclusive tickets to the festival. CEO GONG Yu emphasized iQIYI's role in industry development during the Film Power Forum.
iQIYI, a leading online entertainment service in China, hosted its second North America Annual Content Showcase on August 10, 2022. The event showcased its commitment to producing over 200 original Chinese-language contents within the next two years. Notable upcoming titles include Love Between Fairy and Devil and Mr. Bad. iQIYI emphasizes accessibility for North American audiences, featuring content suitable for Gen Z and young adults, and provides multilingual subtitles to promote Asian content globally.
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