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While ChatGPT and U.S. tech heavyweights such as Nvidia (NVDA), Microsoft (MSFT), and Meta Platforms (META) have dominated the artificial intelligence (AI) conversation, a sleeping giant in China has been quietly building its AI empire. Baidu (BIDU), often called the “Google of China,” is positioning itself as a major player in the artificial intelligence revolution. With its ERNIE Bot already serving over 230 million users and its autonomous driving platform Apollo making significant strides, Baidu’s transformation from a search engine company to an AI powerhouse continues to gain momentum.
As we begin 2025, Baidu looks uniquely positioned to capitalize on a rapidly expanding addressable market. So, let’s see if you should invest in the AI stock right now.