Revenue segments as reported by the company.

Core Commerce

Cloud Computing

Digital Media & Entertainment

Other

Revenue Segments

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

Gross Margin

Operating Margin

Profit Margin

Margins

An operating expense is an expense a business incurs through its normal business operations. Often abbreviated as OPEX.

Product Development

Amortization of intangible assets

Impairment of goodwill

Other gains, net

Operating Expenses

Year over year growth in Revenue and Operating Expenses.

Revenue Y/Y

OpEx Y/Y

Growth

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.

Earnings data Q4 2021

Earnings data Q1 2022

Earnings data Q2 2022

Earnings data Q3 2022

Earnings data Q4 2022

Earnings data Q1 2023

Earnings data Q2 2023

Earnings data Q3 2023

Earnings data Q4 2023

Earnings data Q1 2024

Earnings data Q2 2024

Earnings data Q3 2024

Earnings data Q4 2024

Earnings data Q1 2025

Earnings data Q2 2025

Earnings data Q3 2025

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.

Revenue

Cost of revenue

Gross profit

Operating expenses

SG&A

Operating income

EBITDA

Net income

Earnings per share

Total assets

Current assets

Cash & equivalents

Receivables

Inventory

Non-current assets

Net PPE

Intangibles

Total liabilities

Current liabilities

Short term debt

Income tax payable

Non-current liabilities

Long-term debt

Total equity

Stockholders equity

Minority interest

Total liabilities & equity

Total debt

Net debt

Book value per share

Cash from operations

Funds from operations

Change in working capital

Cash from investing

Capital expenditure

Purchase/sale of investments

Purchase/sale of business

Other sources

Cash from financing

Change in stock

Change in debt

Cash dividends paid

Cash from other sources

Net change in cash

Free cash flow

The move would be a boost for the Asian financial hub that has been left reeling by anti-government protests.

Alibaba Gearing Up To Raise $15 Billion In Hong Kong Share Sale This Month: Reports

Alibaba plans to launch a Hong Kong share offering to raise $10 billion to $15 billion in the final week of November, in a deal that could boost the Asian financial hub as it struggles with anti-government protests.

Boon for Hong Kong as Alibaba reportedly eyes $15 billion late November listing

Alibaba is doubling down on its logistics affiliate Cainiao, two years after acquiring a majority stake in the firm. The Chinese giant said today it would invest an additional 23.3 billion yuan (about $3.33 billion) to raise its equity in Cainiao to 63% from 51%.

Alibaba to invest $3.3B to bump its stake in logistics unit Cainiao

Alibaba Group Holding Ltd  plans to launch a Hong Kong share offering to raise $10 billion to $15 billion in the final week of November, in a deal that could boost the Asian financial hub as it struggles with anti-government protests.

Exclusive: Boon for Hong Kong as Alibaba's eyes $15 billion late November listing - sources

Sales on Alibaba's Singles Day shopping bonanza is projected to grow at least 20% to $37 billion, and the e-commerce giant wants a sizable part of that to come from China's towns and villages.

China's Biggest Shopping Day May Soon Be Driven By Alibaba's Push Into Towns And Villages

Alibaba Revs Up Souteast Asia Online Business Despite Limited Disclosures

Despite the U.S.-China trade war and slowing growth in the world's second largest economy, the total wealth of those listed on the 2019 Forbes China Rich List rose.

Alibaba founder Jack Ma tops Forbes China Rich List for second year running

Xtrackers Harvest CSI 300 China A-Shares ETF

Baidu

Global X MSCI China Information Technology ETF

iShares MSCI China A ETF

Ctrip.com

iShares MSCI China Small-Cap ETF

iShares China Large-Cap ETF

iShares Global 100 ETF

iQIYI

iShares MSCI China ETF

Momo

Tencent Holdings Limited

Chinese equities and currency have been sold down due to the trade war and China slowdown fears, but are now very cheap compared to US equities.

Time To Have A Look At Buying Into Chinese Equities While They Are Cheap

China’s two leading mobile-payment platforms announced this week that they will begin allowing foreign visitors to utilize their digital wallets on the Chinese mainland.

How the latest steps by Alipay and WeChat bring China closer to replacing cash with cellphones

Chinese citizens will spend $30 billion or even more on Singles' Day, but that's never been a reason to buy Alibaba shares. The Chinese internet commerce giant tends to fall in the week ahead of the big holiday.

China's Singles' Day is not a reason to buy Alibaba, if history is any guide

It's shaping up to be a big month for the BAT stocks.

3 Top Chinese Stocks to Watch in November

Halliburton

United States Steel

Exxon Mobil

Exxon Mobil typifies a big capitalization stock whose management spells pure corperatese.

Misplaced Earnings Perceptions: Facebook, US Steel, Even Exxon, Alibaba and Halliburton

Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba reported mixed second-quarter fiscal 2020 results.

Alibaba's Q2 Earnings Beat Puts These ETFs in Focus

Alibaba's Earnings Beats; Ctrip's 20th Anniversary; Chinese Stocks Perception Issue

Alibaba: No Love For The Chinese Dragon

Alibaba stock looks attractive with its recent solid earnings. The company's growth in Q3 makes Alibaba stock look very attractive.

Alibaba Stock Looks Even Better After Solid Earnings

Visitors to China can now access the country's massive cashless economy.

Visitors to China can now use Alipay instead of cash or cards

Why You Should Buy Alibaba In The Next Few Weeks

The latest earnings report shows that U.S.-China trade war jitters aren’t hurting the tech giant’s commerce and cloud businesses.

Alibaba Remains an Undervalued Growth Stock

Why I Own Alibaba Stock

Chinese stocks are breaking out as U.S.-China trade progress makes headlines.

Alibaba could roar nearly 20% higher if it breaks this one level, chart suggests

Alibaba Group Holding Ltd (NYSE: BABA) shares were on the rise Monday following the Chinese internet company's report of solid second-quarter results, and sell-side analysts were continuing to recommend the stock amid an expanding digital marketplace.

Analysts, Investors Like Alibaba's Q2 Print, Expanding Market

Alibaba Group Holding's (BABA) fiscal second-quarter 2020 earnings are driven by steady improvement in core commerce and strong cloud business.

Alibaba (BABA) Q2 Earnings Beat Estimates, Revenues Lag

Alibaba: Can't Stop Delivering

Alibaba (BABA) earnings for the Chinese e-commerce company's fiscal second quarter of 2019 have BABA stock moving on Friday.
The post Alibaba Earnings: BABA Stock Ticks Higher on Q2 Beat appeared first on InvestorPlace.

News for Alibaba Stock (BABA)