Investment analysis firm Wall Street Zen downgraded Baidu Inc. (BIDU) from a "hold" to a "sell" rating on October 19, 2025. Following the announcement, Baidu's shares experienced a slight downturn, opening at $120.01 and declining by 0.7%. This downgrade presents a contrasting view to the broader analyst community, as other firms have recently maintained more positive outlooks. For instance, Daiwa Capital Markets holds a "buy" rating with a $160 price target. The consensus among a wider pool of analysts is a "Moderate Buy," with an average price target of $128.93.