USD 34 Billion Valuation: Li Yanhong's Biggest IPO, Kunlunxin's Allocation Shares Are in Short Supply
"Kunlun Xin Aims for Landmark $50 Billion IPO, Backed by Baidu"
Kunlun Xin, Baidu's AI chip arm, is preparing for a highly anticipated dual listing in Hong Kong and on China's STAR Market. According to reports, the company is targeting a valuation of approximately $50 billion (340 billion RMB), which would surpass Baidu's own market capitalization and represent CEO Robin Li's largest IPO to date.
Demand from cornerstone investors is intense, with shares described as "hard to get." The company is reportedly prioritizing strategic investors who commit to purchasing its chips, requiring procurement worth 3 to 7 times their investment amount.
Originating from Baidu's internal chip division in 2011, Kunlun Xin was spun off in 2021. It has since attracted a prestigious roster of over 50 investors, including CPE, IDG Capital, China Mobile's fund, and various government-backed funds. Its current flagship product, the P800, rivals Nvidia's A800. Crucially, external customer business now exceeds internal supply to Baidu, with major clients including China Mobile, which awarded a billion-yuan order.
For Baidu, an early proponent of "All in AI," Kunlun Xin's success is pivotal. While its large language model, Ernie, faced stiff competition, the AI chip unit is seen as its most valuable underlying asset. A successful IPO would provide a significant valuation boost and mark a critical turnaround in Baidu's AI narrative.
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