IDC, in its first systematic study treating AI foundational data services as a
standalone segment, published the China AI Foundational Data Services Market
Research Report 2025. It estimates the market reached 6.262 bln yuan in 2025, up
27.8% YoY and above market expectations, and forecasts growth to 7.834 bln yuan
in 2026. IDC projects a 19.6% CAGR for 2025–2030.