
Baidu Inc
NASDAQ:BIDU

Operating Margin
Baidu Inc
Operating Margin represents how efficiently a company is able to generate profit through its core operations.
Higher ratios are generally better, illustrating the company is efficient in its operations and is good at turning sales into profits.
Operating Margin Across Competitors
Country | Company | Market Cap |
Operating Margin |
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CN |
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Baidu Inc
NASDAQ:BIDU
|
29.4B USD |
15%
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|
US |
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Alphabet Inc
NASDAQ:GOOGL
|
2T USD |
33%
|
|
US |
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Meta Platforms Inc
NASDAQ:META
|
1.6T USD |
43%
|
|
CN |
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Tencent Holdings Ltd
HKEX:700
|
4.8T HKD |
31%
|
|
JP |
L
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LY Corp
XMUN:YOJ
|
45.2B EUR |
14%
|
|
CN |
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Kuaishou Technology
HKEX:1024
|
211.5B HKD |
11%
|
|
JP |
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Z Holdings Corp
TSE:4689
|
3.8T JPY |
14%
|
|
AU |
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REA Group Ltd
ASX:REA
|
33.3B AUD |
42%
|
|
US |
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Pinterest Inc
NYSE:PINS
|
20.9B USD |
5%
|
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KR |
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Naver Corp
KRX:035420
|
27.3T KRW |
18%
|
|
US |
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Snap Inc
NYSE:SNAP
|
13.9B USD |
-12%
|
Baidu Inc
Glance View
In the bustling tech ecosystem of China, Baidu Inc. stands as a towering colossus, much like Google in the West. Founded in the year 2000 by Robin Li and Eric Xu, the company initially carved its niche by pioneering search engine technology tailored specifically for the Chinese language and consumer. Baidu has since evolved far beyond its foundational search engine services, integrating artificial intelligence into its core operations. The company's strategic emphasis on AI-driven technology allows it to maintain relevance in a rapidly transforming digital landscape. This evolution is evident in its diversified portfolio, which now includes AI Cloud services, intelligent driving platforms, and various other AI-centric ventures. Through leveraging these advanced technologies, Baidu has cemented its role as an indispensable partner to businesses and government initiatives within China, providing tools to enhance efficiency and innovation. The company's revenue generation machine is fueled primarily by advertising services, which remain its backbone, albeit with a nuanced and sophisticated approach. Baidu combines its search engine prowess with AI to offer targeted advertisements, ensuring businesses reach their exact audience efficiently through its platform. Additionally, its investments in autonomous vehicles and cloud computing stand as significant areas of interest and future growth. With its autonomous driving unit, Apollo, and Baidu Cloud, the company seeks to spearhead technological advancements that promise new horizons of income streams. Meanwhile, Baidu’s strategic partnerships and continuous reinvestment into AI and machine learning reinforce its position not just as a tech giant, but as an innovator striving to stay ahead in the global tech race.

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Operating Margin represents how efficiently a company is able to generate profit through its core operations.
Higher ratios are generally better, illustrating the company is efficient in its operations and is good at turning sales into profits.
Based on Baidu Inc's most recent financial statements, the company has Operating Margin of 15.1%.