Zhi Tong Cai Jing·2026-01-27 00:28Group 1 - Baidu Intelligent Cloud has set an ambitious AI-related revenue growth target of 200% by 2026, up from the previous target of 100%, aiming to become the leader in the AI cloud market [1] - According to IDC, the global AI cloud market is expected to exceed $400 billion by 2030, indicating significant growth potential in the sector [2] - In 2025, major Chinese cloud providers are projected to secure a total of 341 contracts related to large models, with a total bid amount of approximately 2.7 billion yuan [2] Group 2 - Baidu Intelligent Cloud has secured 109 projects with a total bid amount of about 900 million yuan, maintaining its position as the leader in both project count and bid amount for two consecutive years [2] - Citic Securities reports that the demand for AI computing power is expanding, leading to a positive outlook for the optical module industry and opportunities across the supply chain [2] - Citic Securities also notes that Amazon's recent 15% price increase for its AI computing service EC2 marks a break from the long-standing trend of decreasing cloud service prices, reflecting tight supply conditions [2] Group 3 - Citic Securities suggests monitoring cloud service providers for potential price increases and continues to recommend the AI computing sector and AI applications [3] - The AI computing sector is experiencing a period of adjustment, which Citic Securities views as an opportunity for investors [4] - Key Hong Kong stocks related to the AI computing sector include Changfei Optical Fiber, Cambridge Technology, Hongteng Precision, and Huiju Technology [5]