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Alibaba

Taobao is a Chinese online shopping website, which is operated in Hangzhou, Zhejiang by Alibaba Group. It is one of the world's biggest e-commerce websites, as well as one of the world's top 10 most visited websites according to Alexa. As of February 2018, Taobao has over 580 million monthly active users. Founded by Alibaba Group on May 10, 2003, Taobao Marketplace facilitates consumer-to-consumer (C2C) retail by providing a platform for small businesses and individual entrepreneurs to open online stores that mainly cater to consumers in Chinese-speaking regions (Mainland China, Hong Kong, Macau and Taiwan) and also abroad.

Taobao

South China Morning Post is a century old Hong Kong-based, English-language newspaper. It was aquired in December 2015 for about $266 million as part of its plan to grow its media and entertainment business.

South China Morning Post

Lazada is an e-commerce company in six Southeast Asian countries: Vietnam, Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, the Philippines and Thailand and is based in Singapore. Lazada was aquired in April 2016 in a $1 billion deal with its founder, Rocket Internet, making it Alibaba’s largest acquisition to date.

Lazada

AutoNavi is a Chinese map and navigation company, in 2014. The company has been providing mapping data to Google for more than a decade, and it also has connections with Apple Inc.

AutoNavi

Ant Financial (Alipay) is a third-party mobile and online payment platform, established in Hangzhou, China in February 2004 by Alibaba Group and its founder Jack Ma. In 2015, Alipay moved its headquarters to Pudong, Shanghai, although its parent company Ant Financial remains Hangzhou-based.  Alipay overtook PayPal as the world's largest mobile payment platform in 2013. In the fourth quarter of 2016, Alipay had a 54% share of China's US$5.5 trillion mobile payment market, by far the largest in the world, although its share fell from 71% in 2015 as its rival Tencent's WeChat Pay was rapidly catching up.

Ant Financial

Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. engages in providing technology infrastructure and marketing reach. It operates through the following business segments: China Commerce, International Commerce, Local Consumer Services, Cainiao, Cloud, Digital Media and Entertainment, and Innovation Initiatives and Others segments. The Core Commerce segment consists of platforms operating in retail and wholesale. The China Commerce segment includes China commerce retail and wholesale businesses. The International Commerce segment focuses on international commerce retail and wholesale businesses. The Local Consumer Services segment is involved in To-Home businesses, which include Ele.me, local services and delivery platform, and Taoxianda, and To-Destination segment businesses which include Amap, the provider of mobile digital map, navigation and real-time traffic information, and restaurant and local services guide platform. The Cainiao segment has Cainiao Network and offers domestic and international one-stop-shop logistics services and supply chain management solution. The Cloud segment includes Alibaba Cloud and DingTalk. The company was founded by Chung Tsai and Yun Ma on June 28, 1999 and is headquartered in Hangzhou, China.

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Alibaba reports steady Q1 revenue growth and plans cloud spin-off

Alibaba reported steady revenue growth and a strong focus on core strategies in response to market opportunities. The decision to fully spin off its cloud intelligence group and explore raising external capital reflects a strategic shift towards unlocking shareholder value and global expansion.

Alibaba reports strong Q2 earnings, focuses on AI and international growth

Alibaba Group's Q2 2023 earnings call showcased strong financial performance across various business segments, with a focus on forward-looking statements and strategic investments. The company's digital commerce platforms, cloud segment, and digital media entertainment business group demonstrated notable strengths. However, challenges in navigating the competitive landscape and addressing margin performance for Tmall and Taobao were highlighted. Opportunities lie in leveraging AI and the unique advantage of supply from China for international business growth.

Alibaba reports steady Q3 growth, focuses on AI and cloud

Alibaba's Q3 performance showed revenue growth and improved EBITDA despite challenges in the China market due to COVID.
Strategic investments in AI, cloud computing, and public cloud offerings highlight Alibaba's focus on future growth and innovation.
The company faces challenges in balancing growth, deploying the buyback program effectively, and navigating the impact of COVID on operations.

Alibaba reports solid Q4 results, eyes cloud and global expansion

Alibaba's Q4 performance reflects growth in revenue and EBITDA, driven by strategic focus areas.
Strengths lie in cloud leadership, diversified portfolio, and commitment to enhancing shareholder value.
Challenges include cloud revenue growth, market competition, and balancing profitability with investments.
Opportunities exist in cloud services, AI technology, market expansion, and operational efficiencies.

Alibaba reports solid Q1 earnings, eyes AI revolution and global growth

Alibaba's Q1 2024 earnings call highlighted strong revenue growth, improved EBITDA, and robust free cash flow generation.
The company's focus on user experience, technology innovation, and strategic investments positions it for future growth.
Challenges include margin performance, international competition, and evolving AI landscape, while opportunities exist in AI revolution, cloud services, and overseas commerce.
Alibaba remains confident in maintaining leadership through ongoing investments and strategic positioning in key growth areas.

Alibaba reports robust Q2 earnings, eyes global expansion opportunities

Alibaba's Q2 2024 earnings call highlighted strong financial performance, strategic focus on technology-driven businesses, and market expansion efforts in key regions. Despite challenges related to regulatory restrictions, the company remains well-positioned for growth and value creation for shareholders.

Alibaba reports Q3 revenue growth and plans U.S. market expansion

Alibaba's Q3 2024 earnings call showcased revenue growth, strategic focus on core businesses, and significant shareholder return initiatives. Challenges included decreased non-GAAP net income and widened losses in the AIDC business. Opportunities lie in expanding investments in the U.S. market and improving efficiency in local businesses.

Alibaba reports robust Q4 performance, eyes growth amid challenges

Alibaba's Q4 2024 earnings call highlighted strong financial performance, positive consumer confidence, and strategic initiatives for future growth.
The company's focus on core businesses, AI development, and shareholder returns underscores its commitment to long-term success.
While facing challenges in competitive markets and macroeconomic conditions, Alibaba is well-positioned to leverage opportunities in consumer spending and technology innovation.
By optimizing operations, enhancing user experience, and expanding supply chain capabilities, Alibaba aims to drive sustained growth and shareholder value.

Alibaba excels in Q1 2025 with user-first strategy and cloud growth

Alibaba's Q1 2025 earnings call reflects robust performance, strategic initiatives driving growth, and a focus on profitability. The company's strengths in key segments and plans for expansion signal long-term resilience. Challenges in monetization and competition require careful navigation, while opportunities in new markets and technology advancements offer growth potential.

Alibaba excels in Q2 2025, eyes AI innovation for growth

Alibaba's Q2 2025 performance reflects strong growth in core segments and successful initiatives like the 11-11 Global Shopping Festival. The company's focus on AI and cloud technologies underscores a commitment to innovation and market leadership.
While facing margin and profitability challenges, Alibaba's solid financial position and ongoing investments position it well for future growth. Careful management of fee implementations and a focus on AI-driven efficiencies present avenues for sustained success.

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By Thompson Clark, Mauldin Economics “China looks cheap!” Several friends have mentioned this to me lately.

Don't Buy BABA. It's Not What You Think

Alibaba Group Holding Ltd (NYSE: BABA)-backed RoboSense, a Chinese developer of sensor technologies used in self-driving cars, looks to work with JPMorgan Chase & Co on its proposed Hong Kong initial public offering, Bloomberg reports. China International Capital Corp and China Renaissance Holdings Ltd are also helping RoboSense, whose potential listing could raise $1 billion next year.

Alibaba-Backed RoboSense Selects JPMorgan For Hong Kong IPO

A consumer protection organization in China's Zhejiang Province summoned five online platforms over live streaming irregularities during the Singles' Day shopping festival, Reuters reports.  The platforms include Alibaba Group Holding Ltd's (NYSE: BABA) Taobao, Pinduoduo Inc (NASDAQ: PDD), and JD.com Inc (NASDAQ: JD).

Alibaba And Other Chinese Stocks Face Regulatory Summon As Crackdown Continues

Alibaba's stock crashed by 65% from its highs achieved late last year and now trades at a rock-bottom valuation. However, with the delisting concerns, many investors simply won't look at Alibaba, no matter how low the stock goes.

Alibaba's Path To $500 By 2030

Daiwa analyst John Choi lowered the price target on Alibaba Group Holding Ltd (NYSE:BABA) to $170 from $195 and reiterated a Buy. The new price target implies a 44.3% upside.

Read Why Daiwa Reduced Alibaba Price Target By 13%

Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. BABA, -4.00% shares fell Wednesday following reports that China's IT regulator disciplined the company for failing to report an open-source security vulnerability to the government.

Alibaba stock drops as China regulator reportedly suspends partnership

Why Alibaba Stock Crashed Today

Chinese e-commerce name Alibaba Group Holding Ltd (NYSE:BABA) is down 4.3% to trade at $117.74 this morning, following reports that China has suspended a contract with subsidiary Alibaba Cloud Computing.

Alibaba Stock Sinks on Contract Suspension, Downgrade

Chinese regulators suspended an information-sharing partnership with Alibaba Group Holding Ltd (NYSE: BABA) Alibaba Cloud Computing, Reuters reports. Alibaba Cloud allegedly failed to promptly report vulnerabilities in the popular, open-source logging framework Apache Log4j2 to China's telecommunications regulator as per 21st Century Business Herald, citing the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT).

China Regulators Suspend Alibaba Cloud Partnership; CLSA Remains Bullish On Alibaba

Investment is all about taking calculated risks and only placing bets when odds are in our favor. The recent developments of Alibaba represent a textbook example of an investment opportunity with horrendous uncertainties and attractive returns at the same time.

Alibaba: VIE Risk, Delisting Risk, And Kelly Assessment

Chinese regulators on Wednesday suspended an information-sharing partnership with Alibaba Cloud Computing, a subsidiary of e-commerce conglomerate Alibaba Group, over accusations it failed to promptly report and address a cybersecurity vulnerability, according to state-backed media reports.

China regulator suspends cyber security deal with Alibaba Cloud

Shares of Alibaba Group Holding Limited (NYSE: BABA), Baidu Inc. (NASDAQ: BIDU), JD.Com Inc. (NASDAQ: JD),  Tencent Holdings Inc. (OTC: TCEHY), Li Auto Inc. (NASDAQ: LI) and Xpeng Inc. (NYSE: XPEV) rose in Hong Kong on Wednesday. What's Moving: Shares of the Chinese tech companies traded higher in a range between 2% and 6% in Hong Kong, following similar gains by their U.S. peers overnight.

Alibaba and Other Tech Stocks Rally In Hong Kong As Hang Seng Extends Rebound

AliBaba's business and stock are heading in opposite directions, but one day soon we will find a capitulation.

Why I Was Wrong About AliBaba

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Shares of several Chinese stocks, including Alibaba Group Holding Ltd (NYSE: BABA), traded higher Tuesday amid signs of policy easing and a rebound across sectors as COVID-19 omicron variant fears eased. The COVID-19 omicron variant has now been detected in at least 45 U.S. states and the U.S. is now reportedly averaging about 130,000 new COVID-19 cases each day, representing about a 10% increase compared to last week.

Why Alibaba Shares Rallied Today

Analysts are dueling over the Chinese e-commerce giant.

Why Alibaba Stock Popped 6.5% Today

Atlantic Equities analyst James Cordwell downgraded Alibaba Group Holding Ltd (NYSE: BABA) to Neutral from Overweight with a price target of $140, down from $185. The new price target implies a 21.7% upside.

Read Why Atlantic Equities Downgraded Alibaba And Cut Price Target By 24.3%

Management set a plan for growth, but will profitability follow?

Alibaba Unveils Its Turnaround Plan: Will It Work?

Shares of Alibaba Group Holding Limited (NYSE: BABA), Baidu Inc. (NASDAQ: BIDU), JD.Com Inc. (NASDAQ: JD), Li Auto Inc. (NASDAQ: LI) and Xpeng Inc. (NYSE: XPEV) traded lower in Hong Kong on Tuesday, while Tencent Holdings Inc. (OTC: TCEHY) traded higher. What's Moving: Baidu rose less than 1% in Hong Kong, while shares of the other Chinese tech companies traded lower in a range between 1% and 3%.

Alibaba and Other Tech Stocks Fall Even As Hang Seng Rebounds From 21-Month Low

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Tilray Brands

Alibaba Group Holdings, Ltd (NYSE:BABA), Walt Disney Co (NYSE:DIS) and Tilray, Inc (NASDAQ:TLRY) are all trading higher in strong downtrends. A downtrend occurs when a stock consistently makes a series of lower lows and lower highs on the chart.

Alibaba, Disney, Tilray Stocks Continue To Feed The Bears: When Will A Reversal Come?

The Chinese e-commerce giant unveiled a turnaround plan last week, but didn't impress enough to overcome current fears.

Why Alibaba Plummeted on Monday

Alibaba (BABA) commits to achieve carbon neutrality by 2030. It also targets to facilitate 1.5 gigatons of decarbonization by 2035.

Alibaba's (BABA) Carbon Neutrality Goals Boost Climate Pledge

Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. (NYSE:BABA) shares have been stuck in a rut, having pulled back about 60% from their all-time of $319.32 reached in late-October 2020.

Why This Alibaba Analyst Thinks Management Is Willing To Act To Build Shareholder Value

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Apple was the most purchased stock this year by retail traders, helping put the company on track toward a $3 trillion valuation.

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Alibaba has lost more than 60% of its market value in the last 14 months, and has continued on a rapid decline due to mounting regulatory and macro headwinds. The stock is currently trading at 30% lower than our initial price target of $152 set in July, which had only accounted for downward valuation pressures due to regulatory risks.

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