Revenue segments as reported by the company.

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Digital Media & Entertainment

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Revenue Segments

Gross Profit, Operating Income, and Net Income as a percentage of Revenue

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Margins

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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Intangibles

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Current liabilities

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Alibaba's cloud does much more than any American cloud, which is why a pullback in Alibaba stock is a buying opportunity.
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Alibaba Group Holding: Still the World’s Most Powerful Cloud

HANGZHOU, China--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Total (China) Investment Partners with Alibaba to Drive its Digital Transformation. Customers will be able to enjoy seamless shopping experience.

Total (China) Investment Partners With Alibaba to Drive Its Digital Transformation

Multi-purpose messaging app WeChat, operated by Tencent Holdings, was the next Chinese-operated app provoking the ire of President Trump.

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Etsy

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Xpeng is focused on China's auto market, the world's largest.

Alibaba-Backed XPeng Is Latest China Electric Vehicle Maker To Eye U.S. Listing

JD.com

Tencent Holdings Limited

Tensions between the U.S. and China are rising.

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NetEase

Weibo

International tensions are ramping up again.

Stock Markets Close Mixed; Trump Ban Hits China Stocks

Fastly

Datadog

SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust

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Amazon

Stitch Fix

Consumers are voting with their wallets, and it’s not looking favorable for department stores unless they can find a way to quickly integrate data-centric insights into their models. The retail industry has forgotten how to innovate and take risks, but department stores need to embrace technology.

Stitch Fix, Amazon, Alibaba And Algorithms Vs. Department Stores

Alibaba stock is a superstar but it's going into earnings. Facing binary risk, investors should implement strategies that mitigate risk.

Get Long Alibaba Stock Into Earnings With Confidence

HANGZHOU, China--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alibaba Group will announce its June quarter 2020 results on August 20, 2020.

Alibaba Group Will Announce June Quarter 2020 Results on August 20, 2020

In a candid statement, Tesla’s Elon Musk crystallized the controversial yet valid reason why Alibaba stock could win, even with the raging pandemic.
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Buy Alibaba Stock as a Play on the Chinese Consumer

The Chinese tech giant surged in July as retail investors in China responded to a call to buy stocks.

Why Alibaba Stock Gained 16% Last Month

Consumer preferences are shifting in China, but that's not necessarily a bad thing for the owners of Alibaba stock.
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The Consumer Comeback in China Bodes Well for Alibaba Stock

Culture is critical for any company, often meaning the difference between a business that inspires and one that simply functions. And for Chinese technology giant Alibaba, culture comes down to 3 key factors.

The 3 culture traits that shaped Alibaba's $697 billion business

Shopify

Online retail has never been bigger, and these companies are leading the charge.

The 3 Largest E-Commerce Stocks in 2020

Alternative thinking is paramount right now, and that’s why change paradigms for retail are urgently needed, and also why Alibaba’s Tmall offers a degree of hope for a struggling industry.

Fashion World Clings To Alibaba’s Tmall As Retail Sales Plummet

Worsening Chinese foreign relations poses a significant threat to Alibaba stock and its progress towards the $300 mark
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Alibaba Cloud Supports the Launch of Le Club for Paris 2024

SPDR Portfolio Emerging Markets ETF

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing

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The largest mobile and commerce company in the world checks in at number seven on the list.
There is plenty of room for small-team innovation at the largest mobile and commerce company in the world.

Alibaba is one of Fast Company’s 100 Best Workplaces for Innovators

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