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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.

Outstanding Shares

Market Cap

Also known as Price/Sales Ratio. Calculated using Average market cap for the quarter / Annualized quarterly revenue.

Revenue Multiple

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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Tencent Holdings Limited

Chinese tech companies Alibaba and Tencent are considering a collaboration that would share each firm's offerings as Beijing steps up its crackdown on technology companies, The Wall Street Journal reported on Wednesday (July 13). The crackdown on technology firms has moved to eliminate virtual barriers that companies like Alibaba and Tencent spent years erecting.

Alibaba Looks To Collaborate With Tencent For Joint Services In China

China's crackdown on tech giants listed on the U.S. stock markets is bringing arch rivals together. On Wednesday, The Wall Street Journal said Tencent Holdings Ltd (HKG: 0700) and Alibaba Group Holding Ltd (NYSE: BABA) were separately considering plans to make their services available to each other.

Amid Chinese tech crackdown, Alibaba and Tencent look to cooperate with each other

Alibaba Group Holding Ltd (NYSE: BABA) and Tencent Holdings Ltd (OTC: TCEHY) are planning to open up their services to one another gradually, the Wall Street Journal reports. China's growing tech crackdown has made it difficult for companies to maintain the virtual barriers.

Alibaba, Tencent Propose To Open Barriers Following Domestic Tech Crackdown: WSJ

Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. and Tencent Holdings Ltd.

The Wall Street Journal: Alibaba and Tencent consider opening up their ‘walled gardens'

BABA is a company that is not easy to understand, due to many different business units and investments in a range of companies. Looking at the estimated values of some of its investments, it looks like there is a clear disconnect between the value of BABA's core business and its price.

Is Alibaba Stock Undervalued? Why The Market Gets It Wrong

Alibaba Group Holding Ltd – ADR (NYSE:BABA) shares are trading higher by 3.7% at $217.27 on a report the company, and Tencent, are considering opening their ecosystems to one another, with Alibaba considering letting e-commerce customers buy goods with Tencent's WeChat Pay. Alibaba is the world's largest online and mobile commerce company.

Why Alibaba Shares Are Moving Today

China's two online giants Alibaba Group Holding Ltd and Tencent Holdings Ltd are gradually considering opening up their services to each other, according to a Wall Street Journal report on Wednesday.

Alibaba, Tencent mull over opening up services to each other - WSJ

It's been reported Alibaba Group Holding Limited (NYSE: BABA) is in talks, along with Chinese state-backed companies, to strengthen its cloud computing infrastructure by taking a stake in Unisplendour Corp., a cloud-computing firm.   The news caused Alibaba's stock to gap up and make a run into a resistance level at the $212 mark.

Alibaba Option Traders Turn Bearish After Stock Slams Into Resistance

IoT and connectivity solutions provider Orbsat Corp (NASDAQ: OSAT) said its Global Telesat Communications (GTC) unit has entered into an agreement with Alibaba.com (NYSE: BABA). GTC will be a Gold- Supplier, adding it to the highest level and most trusted seller category, on Alibaba.com that currently has 26 million global active business partners serving customers in 190 countries.

Orbsat Shares Soar In Premarket After GTC Unit's Launch On Alibaba.com

The recent regulatory crackdown on DiDi has served as a reminder of the questions around investing in China-based companies. Many of the largest ADRs are trading at six-month or 12-month lows, perhaps reflecting wider unease.

The DiDi Issue And Whether ADRs Like Alibaba Are Investable (Podcast)

Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba Group Holding Ltd will anchor a fund for startups in China's Greater Bay Area, the company announced on Tuesday.

China's Alibaba to lead fund for startups in Greater Bay Area

Alibaba Group Holding Ltd and Chinese state-backed firms are exploring bids for a stake in Unisplendour Corp, a cloud computing infrastructure firm, that could fetch as much as $7.7 billion, people familiar with the matter said.

Exclusive: Alibaba, others weigh bids for Unisplendour stake worth up to $7.7 billion - sources

Enterprise Products Partners

Viatris

The market is 31% historically overvalued, meaning future returns for index investors are likely to be very disappointing, about 4.5% over the next five years. But even in market bubbles, anti-bubble blue-chip bargains are always available if you know where to look.

My Oh My, 3 Very Strong Buys

BABA stock is a gem that can't find a bottom. Eventually it will attract investors, but the window of opportunity is narrowing.

Alibaba Is Long Overdue for a Bounce

Alibaba has top-ranking global business units from e-commerce marketplaces to cloud platforms. Its stock price has been under pressure for over a year by perceived political/delisting risk and its recent Ant Financial IPO cancellation.

Alibaba: An Undervalued Empire With 45%+ Upside

Alibaba stock has underperformed major U.S. stock market indexes this year. Many investors are already aware of the reasons behind this underperformance, but we believe there are two additional risks investors need to keep an eye on.

To Invest Or Not In Alibaba Comes Down To One Key Question

Citigroup

Deere & Company

Disney

DraftKings

Southwest Airlines

Tesla

A lot of great stocks are on sale right now. Companies that are household names have seen their share prices pushed down in recent months, including these seven.

7 Best Stocks To Buy Now if You Want To Get In at the Bottom

Pinduoduo Inc - ADR

Alibaba, JD, and Pinduoduo are all successful Chinese e-commerce companies that will likely be good investments, especially at their current prices. I provide a fact-based breakdown and comparison of all three companies in order to give investors a deep understanding of the Chinese e-commerce space.

Alibaba, JD, Pinduoduo: A Deep Dive Into China's E-Commerce Sector

Didi Global

The onslaught of fresh uncertainties on Chinese internet stocks evoked an intense desire to capitulate. However, evidences suggest the market is misguided and sellers could come to regret. The indiscriminate sell-off last week epitomizes the throwing of the baby with the bathwater, as investors aggrandized DiDi's fiasco broadly across the entire sector.

Alibaba: A Blinding Silver Lining From DiDi's Firestorm

Li Auto Inc.

Is it time for investors to go bargain hunting in China?

3 Stocks to Watch Amid the China DiDi Selloff

Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. ( BABA , Financial) has continued to face downward pressure.

Why Alibaba Has Continued to Struggle, Part 2

Alibaba stock is a great value, featuring high revenue growth and a low earnings multiple. However, it is currently vulnerable to a massive amount of political risk, due to China's crackdown on its biggest internet companies.

Alibaba Stock: Beware China's Crackdown

GameStop

Virgin Galactic

The following three stocks are on the radar of retail investors and day traders early Friday. Alibaba Group Holding Ltd (NYSE:BABA): The Jack Ma-founded e-commerce and technology leviathan was the topmost trending name on Stocktwits list of trending streams on Thursday night.

Is Now The Time To Buy Into Alibaba, Virgin Galactic, Or GameStop Stock?

Invesco QQQ

Wynn Resorts

Alibaba, Nio, Wynn Resorts and the Invesco QQQ ETF were our top stock trades for Friday. Let's look at how the charts are setting up now.

4 Top Stock Trades for Friday: BABA, NIO, WYNN, QQQ

Baidu

JD.com

Uneasy with the growing influence of Big Tech, Beijing has been cracking down on Chinese tech firms for months. Here's what you need to know.

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