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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.

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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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The demotion of a rising star at Alibaba shows it takes corporate governance seriously. That’s good news if you own Alibaba stock.

Alibaba’s Latest Scandal Reveals It Has a Deep Bench

Adobe

Chegg

Pinterest

Roku

Stitch Fix

Shopify

Tesla

Trade Desk

Coming off a record April, the stock market may start to wobble in May. If it does, consider these strong stocks to buy on the dip.

The 10 Best Stocks to Buy on a Dip in May

Chinese stocks are underperforming the S&P 500 this year. One name could foreshadow the group's next move, according to strategist Matt Maley.

One Chinese stock could forecast the global economy's next move

Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba Group Holding Ltd  has launched a new luxury platform targeting younger consumers that also aims to help high-end brands shed excess inventory built up during the global coronavirus lockdown.

China's Alibaba launches 'outlet' platform to shift luxury overstock

Accelerating Growth May Help Alibaba Surge After Results

American Airlines

Lyft

United Continental Hlds

Alibaba, Lyft, United Airlines and American Airlines were out top stock trades for Tuesday. That said here's a look at the charts now.

4 Top Stock Trades for Tuesday: AAL, UAL, LYFT, BABA

Alibaba just announced it is investing $28 billion in its cloud business. Alibaba stock is the best long-term bet on the high-growth businesses of cloud services and e-commerce in the world's largest emerging market economy.

Alibaba Stock Is a Buy Following Its Recent $28B Cloud Investment

Alibaba demotes its e-commerce chief amid rumors of an extramarital affair and inappropriate business deals.

A Scandal Tarnishes One of Alibaba’s Brightest Stars

Bilibili

China Mobile Limited

New Oriental Education & Technology Group

HUYA Inc - ADR

JD.com

Tencent Holdings Limited

Tencent Music Entertainment Group 

Weibo

ZTO Express

This a precarious time to be investing in China.

The 10 Best Chinese Stocks You Can Buy

Microsoft

Alphabet

With the world becoming cloud-dependent, companies that have successfully managed to shift data and information to technological and digital platforms are emerging as winners.

Cloud Business Soars as Coronavirus Fuels Work & Learn From Home

Alibaba stock looks to come roaring out of the pandemic with a bigger cloud budget, digital currency, and expansion throughout Europe and Asia.
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For Alibaba Stock Investors, the Worst is Past, the Best is Yet To Come

Amazon

3 IaaS Stocks For Your Portfolio of The Future

Alibaba stock has held up during market weakness -- which is good news. Meanwhile, the growing cloud segment provides a long-term catalyst.

Alibaba Stock Is a Great Buy For the Next Decade

American Express

Match Group

Qorvo

Skyworks Solutions

Walmart

Investors have seven stocks to watch as a gradual re-opening of the economy resets sales expectations higher.
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7 Smart Stocks to Watch as Volatility Stays Soaring

Post the coronavirus pandemic, all eyes are on Alibaba stock to shoot in value due to its super margins and pristine balance sheet.
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Alibaba Stock Is Set to Skyrocket Once the Crisis Is Over

Beyond Meat

iShares Russell 2000 ETF

Tilray Brands

Beyond Meat, the Russell 2000 ETF, Alibaba, Tilray and a preview on UPS earnings were our top stock trades for Tuesday.

5 Top Stock Trades for Tuesday: BABA, TLRY, BYND, IWM, UPS

Invesco China Technology ETF

iShares China Large-Cap ETF

iQIYI

KraneShares CSI China Internet ETF

iShares MSCI China ETF

NetEase

Pinduoduo Inc - ADR

TAL Education Group

Vipshop Hlds

Zoom Video

A leaked WHO report indicating the failure of Gilead's remdesivir in its first randomized clinical trial refueled negative sentiment already hurt by plunging crude oil prices.

Unjustified Revulsion Towards Investing In Chinese Companies

Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba Group Holding Ltd  has demoted Jiang Fan, one of its most senior executives, after an internal investigation into allegations of improper behaviour, according to a person familiar with the matter.

Alibaba demotes top executive after probe into behaviour: source

Gilead Sciences

Lockheed Martin

SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust

Twilio

Are The Equity Markets Over Optimistic?

Alibaba Group Holding (BABA) is set to invest 200 billion yuan ($28 billion) in cloud infrastructure in the wake of coronavirus crisis.

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