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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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Energy Monster, China's biggest mobile device power bank startup backed by Alibaba and SoftBank, is embroiled in an ownership dispute that could further cloud a Nasdaq flotation already buffeted by new U.S. regulations to delist foreign companies.

Alibaba-backed Energy Monster caught in legal dispute ahead of U.S. listing

Baidu

Bilibili

Gsx Techedu Inc - ADR

Trip.com

Tencent Music Entertainment Group 

Vipshop Hlds

The primary cause of the selling in Chinese Internet stocks was that a fund, Archegos Capital Management, was forced out of its positions.

Here's what happened in that wild trading in China internet stocks

Tencent Holdings Limited

The Hang Seng Tech Index (HKG: 700), which represents the 30 largest technology companies listed in Hong Kong, is trading about 30% lower from the record highs set last month as the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) started rolling out a law to delisted Chinese companies that fail to meet US accounting standards. Fundamental […] The post Alibaba, Tencent, Baidu: Hang Seng Tech Index down 30% on US delisting fears appeared first on Invezz.

Alibaba, Tencent, Baidu: Hang Seng Tech Index down 30% on US delisting fears

Global X MSCI China Information Technology ETF

Invesco China Technology ETF

Direxion Daily CSI China Internet Index Bull 2X Shares

KraneShares CSI China Internet ETF

China's mobile payment popped up in the early 2010s, exploded in 2014-2016, and has now reshaped China's payment landscape.

Leave Your Wallet Behind In China

Li Auto Inc.

XPeng

Shares of several China-based companies, including Nio (NYSE: NIO), Alibaba Group Holding Ltd - ADR (NYSE: BABA), Xpeng Inc - ADR (NYSE: XPEV), Li Auto Inc. (NASDAQ: LI) are trading lower Friday for the following reasons:  China-based companies in general are trading lower amid tensions between China and major western countries over human rights concerns.

Why Nio, Alibaba, Xpeng, Li Auto And Baidu Are Trading Lower Today

JD.com

NetEase

As of their Friday close, $60 billion was wiped off the combined market cap of Alibaba, JD.com, Baidu and Netease in just three days.

China's dual-listed tech giants lost $60 billion in market value over three days as delisting threats loom

Aspen Group

Diamondback Energy

GrubHub

One problem investors encounter when searching for undervalued opportunities is that not all stocks that seem cheap will be able to grow their share prices in the future. A company that is in permanent decline or is expected to see its earnings decreasing over the next few years is not very likely to see an increase in demand for its shares, even if it is trading at a discount to its current worth.

5 Growth Stocks Trading Below GF Value

Hong Kong's Hang Seng Tech index plummeted 5% on growing concerns of U.S. delisting and Beijing's user data possession, Financial Times, reports. The Hong Kong-listed shares of Alibaba Group Holding Ltd (NYSE: BABA), Tencent Holdings Ltd (OTC: TCEHY), and Baidu Inc (NASDAQ: BIDU) dropped 4.2%, 2.3%, and 9%, respectively.

U.S. Listed Chinese Tech Stocks Drop Over Regulatory Concerns: FT

British American Tobacco

Vertex Pharmaceuticals

$1400 stimulus checks are providing $380 billion to Americans and up to $140 billion might end up invested in the stock market.

3 Blue Chips That Could Triple Your $1400 Stimulus Check

The Securities and Exchange Commission on Wednesday announced that it is in the final steps of implementing a law that will compel foreign companies to allow US regulators to review their financial audits, putting some Chinese companies that have long rejected US officials to audit them at risk of being delisted. In a statement published by the agency on Wednesday, the SEC said non-compliance for three consecutive years will get companies kicked off from the New York Stock Exchange or Nasdaq.

The SEC has started enforcing a new law that could kick some Chinese companies off US exchanges

C3.ai

Tesla

Wall Street has its reasons, but it's also been known to be wildly wrong. And one year later these dropped stocks look like stocks to buy.

Anniversary Special: 3 Discounted Stocks to Buy

iQIYI

Meituan

Pinduoduo Inc - ADR

Chinese tech giants fell on Wednesday after a report out of Bloomberg said the Chinese government is considering a state-backed company to oversee tech company's data collection. Shares of Alibaba, JD.com, VIPShop, Tencent, Pinduoduo, and Meituan all fell on the day. Streaming and music stocks from China like Tencent Music Entertainment and IQIYI were especially hurt, falling roughly 18% and 20%, respectively.

Chinese tech giants sink on report China is considering a state-backed company to oversee tech data (BABA, JD, IQ, TCHEY, VIPS, PDD, TME, MPNGF)

Amazon

The potential return is largely beyond our control. But the risk that we take can be assessed and compared more or less objectively. Amazon's higher average return comes with relatively low risk.

Amazon Vs. Alibaba: Comparing The Risks

Alibaba's stock price is still about 25% off its all-time high. Growth remains very robust and the stock is extremely cheap right now.

Alibaba: Worth Buying The Dip

Alibaba stock price fell into bear markets following the tech sector pullback, decreasing by more than 25% since October 2020, despite double-digit growth in revenues.

No Reason To Abandon Alibaba

At current prices, Alibaba is now both a growth and value stock. This article will assess Alibaba's attractive growth prospects and the company's valuation.

Alibaba: A Value And Growth Stock At Current Prices

There were so many constructive developments surrounding Chinese internet companies recently that were misconstrued as anything but positive. Despite a barrage of negative media coverage on Alibaba, the stock proved to be resilient, even amidst the rotation out of tech names.

The Contradictions Of Alibaba And Pinduoduo

Align Technology

Goldman Sachs

Home Depot

Humana

Investors often look to top fund managers to glean information on the best strategies and generate new investment ideas.

The Undervalued Holdings of the Decade's Top-Performing Gurus

The tech giant's dreams of becoming the "Spotify of China" are over.

Why Alibaba Lost China's Streaming Music Market to Tencent Music

Having grown 27% since the end of 2019, Alibaba's stock still has a 40% upside potential. BABA's stock grew by 27% from $182 at the end of 2019 to near $232 now, compared to the S&P 500 which gained 22% since the end of 2019.

Does Alibaba's Stock Have Upside?

Chinese regulators recently summoned 11 domestic technology companies including Alibaba Group, Tencent and ByteDance for talks on use of 'deepfake' technologies on their content platforms, stepping up scrutiny of the sector.

China regulators held talks with Alibaba, Tencent, nine others on 'deepfake' tech

Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba Group Holding Ltd (NYSE: BABA) is planning to offer its bargains service on rival Tencent Holdings Ltd's (OTC: TCEHY) WeChat messaging platform. The move comes following the regulatory crackdown by China's watchdog on internet business monopolies, Bloomberg reports.

Alibaba To Open Up Deals App On Tencent's WeChat Messaging Platform For Antitrust Immunity: Bloomberg

The tech giant's antitrust headaches just keep getting worse.

Why Chinese Regulators Want Alibaba to Sell Its Media Businesses

Salesforce

Barrick Gold

Shaw Communications

S&P Global

TAL Education Group

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