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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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JD.com

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Alibaba Group Holding Ltd (NYSE: BABA) and the Jiangsu provincial government-led consortium are nearing a deal to acquire a stake in the retail arm of Chinese billionaire Zhang Jindong's Suning empire, Bloomberg reports. Zhang will no longer have control of the company after the deal.

Alibaba, Jiangsu Government Led Consortium Close To Suning.com Stake Deal: Bloomberg

Apple

Amazon

Micron Technology

Snap-on

Toyota Motor

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing

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Alibaba (BABA) closed at $228.59 in the latest trading session, marking a +0.04% move from the prior day.

Alibaba (BABA) Gains But Lags Market: What You Should Know

Alibaba Group Holding Limited (NYSE:BABA) has been a frustrating stock for traders and investors since reaching an all-time high of $319.32 way back on Oct. 27 of last year. The stock has been in a massive downtrend and had lost over 35% of its value when it found a May 13 bottom of $204.39.

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U.S.-China relations have moved into a new era of permanent tension.

Alibaba: Deconstructing Fears To See The Upside More Clearly

Alibaba stock is vastly superior according to most usual growth, value and profitability metrics. It is subject to a rather enormous amount of political risk, but it's a risk I'm prepared to take.

Alibaba Stock: I'm All In

The People's Bank of China decided to be more overt with its actions last week, rather than relying on messaging about its commitment to keep liquidity ample, defying the skeptics. In the tussle of the trove of consumer data, Ant Group has averted the worst-case scenario with the formation of a joint venture with state-owned enterprises.

Futu's Diversification Success Points A Way Forward For Alibaba

Baidu

Shares of Chinese companies, including Alibaba Group Holding Ltd – ADR (NYSE:BABA), Baidu Inc ADR Class A (NASDAQ:BIDU) and JD.Com Inc (NASDAQ:JD), are all trading higher amid overall strength in Asia-Pacific names. Strength has possibly been led by upward movement in financials and in sympathy with U.S. market strength.

Why Alibaba, Baidu And JD.com Shares Are Moving

The recent downturn in Alibaba's share price has created an investment opportunity for long-term capital appreciation. The Chinese economy is expected to become the world's largest economy by 2028 and more than 500,000 people will be part of the middle class by the end of 2023.

Alibaba: Can BABA Get Back To $300? Yes, It Can

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Fintech giant Ant Group is working on changes to address regulators' concerns—and that could force further reassessment of the growth prospects for other Chinese internet companies.

What Ant's Changes Could Mean for China's Big Tech Companies

Alipay — the behemoth operating China's top digital payments mobile application — started selling non-fungible tokens (NFTs) representing artwork. What Happened: According to a Wednesday Forkast report, Alipay already found buyers for 8,000 editions of two artworks within one day.

Chinese Fintech Behemoth Alipay Now Sells NFTs

Tesco PLC

Tesco already has a self-scan offering in place in 573 stores, as do Sainsburys, Asda and M&S, but all still require a visit to a dedicated checkout, albeit with purportedly shorter queues. This concept follows in the footsteps of Amazon Fresh ‘just walk out' stores which have opened in London

As Tesco Plans More Check-Out Free Stores, Alibaba Takes Grocery Retail Technology To The Next Level

Pinduoduo Inc - ADR

Pinterest

Cathie Wood-led Ark Investment Management on Monday snapped up 35,022 shares, estimated to be worth about $7.39 million, in Alibaba Group Holding (NYSE:BABA). Shares of Alibaba closed 0.46% lower at $211.06 on Monday.

Cathie Wood Piles Up Shares In Alibaba, Rival Pinduoduo, Trims Snapchat, Pinterest

Baozun

Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage

Ollie's Bargain Outlet Hlds

Village Super Market

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Etsy

Cloudflare

Roku

Shopify

Snap

Block

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eBay

ZoidPay is targeting mass adoption of crypto payments, integrating with Amazon and 40 million other retailers, using its native ZPAY token.

Amazon, Major Retailers Embrace Crypto Payments

HUYA Inc - ADR

360 Finance Inc - ADR

Vipshop Hlds

Negative sentiment towards Chinese stocks has pushed valuations to attractive levels, including many high-growth tech companies. While tougher policy on Chinese companies poses risks, a three-year compliance period should give companies and politicians sufficient time to act.

Chinese Tech Is Massively Undervalued: 5 Stocks To Consider Now

ZIM Integrated Shipping Services Ltd (NYSE: ZIM) has announced the extension of a partnership agreement with Alibaba.com, a business unit of Alibaba Group Holding Ltd (NYSE: BABA). Both the companies have extended their cooperation agreement for two more years.

ZIM And Alibaba Extend Commercial Partnership

ZIM Integrated Shipping Services

HAIFA, Israel, June 21, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- ZIM Integrated Shipping Services Ltd. (NYSE: ZIM), a global container liner shipping company, and Alibaba.com, the world's leading B2B eCommerce platform and a business unit of Alibaba Group (NYSE: BABA), announced today that they will extend their cooperation agreement for two more years.

ZIM and Alibaba.com Announce the Extension of Their Commercial Cooperation Agreement Until 2023

Alibaba is probably the most undervalued growth stock right now.

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ASOS PLC

Overstock.com

The need for social distancing has become less of a driver for the ecommerce segment, which includes pureplays as well as traditional retailers with ecommerce capabilities. That's because, as estimates from the Commerce Department indicate, some of the traffic that moved online during the initial months of the pandemic is moving back to stores.

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Joe Tsai has some reassurance for those who are worried about the future of Hong Kong — and his pal, Jack Ma.

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