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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 finished 2019 at $212.10 a share. In the past week, Alibaba stock has finally turned positive in 2020.

Is Alibaba Ready for a Move to $300 in 2020?

Given the geopolitical backdrop, Alibaba stock is risky. However, it’s the chaos that has fueled this tension that provides an unusual contrarian opportunity.

Civil Unrest in America Makes Alibaba Attractive

JD.com

NetEase

Alibaba and two other Chinese tech giants have filed new IPOs in Hong Kong to hedge against an escalation of the trade war.

These 3 U.S.-Listed Chinese Stocks Are Filing Hong Kong IPOs

Alibaba Group Holdings Ltd. (NYSE: BABA) on Tuesday said it was planning to add another 5,000 employees in its cloud unit by the end of this financial year globally.

Alibaba To Add 5,000 Workers To Its Cloud Division As It Plans $28B Investment

Alibaba stock has taken everything that 2020 has thrown at it and is just getting stronger. A delisting threat won't hurt BABA, either.

Nothing Can Stop Alibaba Stock From Going Higher Now

Although geopolitical tensions between the U.S. and China are problematic for Alibaba stock, underlying strengths, especially in e-commerce, should support BABA.

Fears Surrounding Alibaba Stock Are Unfounded

There are a few reasons why Alibaba stock should be a buy. Valuation, growth and technicals are the main ones.

3 Reasons to Buy Alibaba Stock on the Dip

Don't Worry About Delisting, Alibaba Is A Buy

Taobao Live Could Be A Key Growth Driver For Alibaba

Amazon

E-commerce stocks to watch this week include Amazon and Alibaba, both near buy points. Shopify and some other players are consolidating after big runs.

Amazon, Alibaba: These Two Online Giants Are Just Below Buy Points

Applied Materials

BridgeBio Pharma Inc

Guardant Health Inc

Limelight Networks

Plug Power

Revolution Medicines

Stocks are firing on all cylinders again and have clawed back most of their bear-market losses.

7 Growth Stocks to Buy for Oodles of Upside

American Airlines

Broadcom

Dave & Buster's

Spirit Airlines

Alibaba, Spirit Airlines, American Airlines, Dave & Buster's and Broadcom were our top stock trades for Friday. So, let's look at the charts.

5 Top Stock Trades for Friday: AAL, SAVE, BABA, PLAY, AVGO

Aside from few political risks, Alibaba stock is in pole position to blast off once the dust settles on the coronavirus-led market slowdown.
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Alibaba Stock Is Still Worth Buying Despite Recent Headwinds

Baidu

 Luckin Coffee

TAL Education Group

Tencent Holdings Limited

U.S.-listed Chinese stocks were rattled in late May when the Senate passed a bill that would crack down on Chinese stocks, forcing them to prove they are not controlled by foreign governments and increasing their financial transparency.

Market Shrugs Off Potential Delisting Of Chinese Stocks

Peloton

SVMK Inc

With every major shift in our daily lives due to an unforeseen incident, a degree of manifest change always becomes associated with that incident.

3 Internet and Digital Media Stocks to Buy Now for 2020 and Beyond

iShares MSCI Emerging Markets ETF

Chinese stocks are waking up in a big way. That said, here are three ways to play the emerging trend with options contracts.

3 Chinese Stocks to Buy As Emerging Markets Heat Up

BABA stock is not the target of the White House efforts to regulate Chines stocks listed in the U.S. Investors should buy the dips lower.

Alibaba Stock Is a Resilient Bet on Support Holding

Alibaba (BABA) focuses on helping U.S. SMBs to go online in order to counter the impacts of the coronavirus pandemic.

Alibaba Rolls Out Services to Aid Digitization of U.S. SMBs

Cheniere Energy Partners

NIKE

Regeneron Pharmaceuticals

Visa

It's hard to fight momentum on Wall Street. Whether the market is surging higher or dropping like a stone, taking the other side of the trade can often end up costing you.

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British American Tobacco

Johnson & Johnson

McDonald's

The COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic is an unprecedented crisis that put the economy into a virtual standstill.

4 Blue Chips That Lived Up To Their Title During the Pandemic

Chinese e-commerce major Alibaba Group Holdings (NYSE: BABA) has announced the launch of Alibaba.com Freight, which will help small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) to simplify the movement of their bulk freight.

Alibaba.com Launches North American Freight Matching Platform

Alibaba.com is introducing new tools targeted specifically at U.S. merchants.

Alibaba adds financing tools and online trade shows for U.S. merchants

Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. sees opportunity to digitize the trade show landscape now that many events have been canceled due to COVID-19, a move that the company says could help level the playing field for small businesses.

Alibaba adds more digital features for B2B customers as COVID-19 boosts demand for online connections

Alibaba stock is still down in 2020 despite its e-commerce and cloud computing potential. That's why it's time to buy shares now.

Alibaba Stock Is a Growth Investment for the Post-Pandemic World

As China’s “6.18” shopping festival approaches this year, Alibaba finds itself under pressure to fend off rising competition from rivals like JD.com and Pinduoduo.

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