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An operating expense is an expense a business incurs through its normal business operations. Often abbreviated as OPEX.

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Shares outstanding refer to a company's stock currently held by all its shareholders, including share blocks held by institutional investors and restricted shares owned by the company's officers and insiders.

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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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Alibaba is still out of favor as the Chinese government punishes the e-commerce giant for its association with Jack Ma and his criticisms. The post Avoid Alibaba Stock Amid Chinese Government Regulations appeared first on InvestorPlace.

Avoid Alibaba Stock Amid Chinese Government Regulations

JD.com

RLX Technology

There's big trouble in China stocks -- again.

Why Alibaba, JD.com, and RLX Stocks Dropped Today

Alibaba Group Holding Ltd (NYSE: BABA) has enhanced its employee perks by offering more paid time-off, bigger allowances, flexible work schedules, SCMP reports. Alibaba's package includes seven days of fully-paid annual leave for family reunions, ten additional leave days for new parents to care for babies, and 20 days of one-off holiday for staff who have at least ten years of service.

Alibaba Sweetens Employee Perks In Sharp Contrast To Jack Ma's Hard Driving Culture

Baidu

Didi Global

NetEase

Weibo

Tencent Holdings Limited

Chinese companies listed on Wall Street will likely to be cut off from U.S. capital markets in the next three years, says TCW Group's David Loevinger.

It's 'game over' for U.S.-listed Chinese companies, global asset manager says

Shares of Alibaba Group Holding Limited (NYSE: BABA) rose in Hong Kong on Wednesday, while Baidu Inc. (NASDAQ: BIDU), JD.Com Inc. (NASDAQ: JD), Xpeng Inc. (NYSE: XPEV) and Li Auto Inc. (NASDAQ: LI) fell and Tencent Holdings Inc. (OTC: TCEHY) traded flat. What's Moving: Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba's shares traded 3.5% higher at HKD 122.90 in Hong Kong, while peer JD.Com's shares have lost 1.3% to HKD 300.60.

Why Alibaba Is Shooting Up Today In A Muted Hong Kong Market While Rivals Dip

Metaverse has created quite a stir, with tech and cryptocurrency projects making a beeline into this virtual world. Not wanting to be left behind, Chinese Internet tech giant Alibaba Group Holding Ltd - ADR (NYSE: BABA) is drawing up the blueprint for its own metaverse.

Alibaba Jumps On The Metaverse Bandwagon With Proposed Gaming Unit: Report

DocuSign

Palantir Technologies

Take-Two Interactive Software

Twitter

Uber

Zoom Video

These seven software stocks are trading at a very attractive discount, making them can't-miss opportunities as we look to close out the year. The post 7 Post-Covid Software Stocks to Snatch at a Steep Discount appeared first on InvestorPlace.

7 Post-Covid Software Stocks to Snatch at a Steep Discount

Entertainment technology company Color Star Technology Co Ltd (NASDAQ: CSCW) forged a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Alibaba Group Holding Ltd (NYSE: BABA) Cloud.  The two parties will be at China Pavilion, World Expo 2020 in Dubai, on December 25 - 26 to join hands and explore potential in-depth cooperation.

Color Star Tech Forges MOU With Alibaba Cloud; Shares Pop

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alibaba.com, one of the world's largest B2B ecommerce marketplaces and a business unit of Alibaba Group (NYSE: BABA, HKEX:9988), today announced the 50 entrepreneurs each receiving $10,000 grants from the first-ever Alibaba.com Grants Program. A total of $500,000 in grant support will fuel new participants in the Entrepreneur Economy. Recipients were selected from a pool of more than 12,000 applicants who submitted their product idea or go-to-market strategy for consi

Alibaba.com Announces 50 Small Businesses Receiving US$10,000 Grants to Catalyze Entrepreneur Economy

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This article continues my coverage of Alibaba. This is the second in a multi-part series and I welcome feedback, especially information that I can include in future articles.

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3 Things About Alibaba That Smart Investors Know

Alibaba Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: BABA) stock is now a pale shadow of its old self, ravaged by relentless witch-hunting by local regulators. Is redemption in sight for this once high-flying stock?

How Is Alibaba Stock Shaping Up Ahead Of Its Analyst Day Scheduled For The Upcoming Week

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After initially supporting her #MeToo accusation, the company now blames her for damaging the company's reputation with false claims.

Alibaba Dismisses Employee Who Accused Her Boss of Rape

The Chinese e-commerce leader shook up management, and China's central bank turned dovish.

Why Alibaba Shares Have Surged More Than 10% So Far This Week

(Reuters) -A consortium led by Beijing Jianguang Asset Management and Wise Road Capital will become a strategic investor in Chinese chip conglomerate Tsinghua Unigroup, the company said on Friday.

China's chip conglomerate Unigroup gets state-backed investors, Alibaba out of deal

E-commerce giant Alibaba Group Holding Ltd (NYSE: BABA) invested 240 million yuan ($37.8 million) to double its stake in a loss-making local tour agency, SCMP reports. Subsidiary Alibaba (China) Technology Co will double its stake in Shenzhen-listed UTour Group Co from 5.02% to 11.06% by buying shares from Chair Feng Bin and Deputy Chair Guo Hongbin.

Alibaba Ramps Up Stake In Loss Making Tour Agency; Goes Cautious Amid Antitrust Action

BABA shares continue to slide, and investors are looking for answers. Alibaba won't be delisted. The real problem is how regulation will affect its growth and expansion.

Alibaba: How The Mighty Have Fallen

The interconnection between Mr. Ma and Mr. Son relating to a series of events from the false ownership disclosures for ANT Group to the NVIDIA-ARM deal has made China revengeful. The delisting of BABA is highly unlikely considering the astronomical amount needed of at least $140 billion to control 66% of the voting rights to pass the voluntary delisting resolution.

Alibaba: Connecting The Dots Of BABA's Politics And Why A Delisting Is Unlikely

Despite all the chatter surrounding China's crackdown, Alibaba still has 40% of the domestic cloud and e-commerce markets, and is poised to grow internationally. The post Will China's Cloud Emperor Alibaba Ever Come Back?

Will China's Cloud Emperor Alibaba Ever Come Back?

Alibaba Group Holding Ltd (NYSE: BABA) led an effort to acquire China's troubled Tsinghua Unigroup Co has hit a last-minute hitch, Bloomberg reports. Instead, Unigroup may turn to JAC Capital, a Chinese semiconductor investment fund that has also bid to rescue the obliged chipmaker.

Read How Alibaba's Unigroup Takeover Hits Roadblock Due To Tougher US Regulatory Norms

Shares look cheap based on nearly every metric. China's policy towards the company is impossible to predict.

Alibaba Stocks Looks Like a Screaming Buy. Do It At Your Own Risk.

Alibaba Group Holding Limited (NYSE: BABA) shares have plunged over 46% in New York since the year began but could the appointment of Trudy Dai, a founding member of the company, as in charge of domestic e-commerce be a game-changer? Who Is Turdy Shan Dai?

Can The Appointment Of This Former English Student Of Jack Ma Reverse Alibaba's Fortunes?

For more than a decade, Alibaba Group has been China's undisputed e-commerce king but of late its crown has shown signs of slipping, unsettled by an influx of aggressive competitors into the sector.

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