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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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Jack Ma, with 18 others, founded Alibaba in 1999 and worked out of his apartment. CNBC takes a look at the key moments in Alibaba's history.

Jack Ma steps down as Alibaba's chairman. Here are key moments in the company's history

NetEase

Alibaba buys NetEase unit in a classic win-win deal.

Alibaba Buys NetEase Unit for $2 Billion

Microsoft

Visa

Walmart

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The e-commerce giant buys NetEase’s cross-border marketplace Kaola and a piece of its streaming music platform.

Alibaba Widens Its Moat by Cozying up to NetEase With $2.7 Billion in Deals

Alibaba Group Holding (BABA) acquires an e-commerce company, Kaola, from NetEase for approximately $2 billion.

Alibaba Acquires Kaola for $2B, Expands E-Commerce Business

Although the recent moves higher for Alibaba stock were encouraging, I’d avoid taking buying BABA stock due to longer-term headwinds.
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With Alibaba Stock, the Risks Simply Outweigh the Rewards

Alibaba Group chairman Jack Ma will step down from the Chinese firm on Tuesday, leaving his handpicked successor a daunting task of steering the $460 billion juggernaut at a time when the market for its core e-commerce business has slowed sharply.

Alibaba set for 'big challenge' as flamboyant chairman Ma departs

Alibaba Group Holding Limited (NYSE: BABA) has acquired NetEase, Inc. (NASDAQ: NTES)'s import e-commerce platform Kaola for $2 billion.

Alibaba Buys E-Commerce Platform Kaola For $2B

UCWeb, a subsidiary of Chinese giant Alibaba, plans to launch an e-commerce service in India in the coming months. In a statement to TechCrunch, a UCWeb spokesperson said the firm plans to build an e-commerce service around content platform in India.

Alibaba’s UCWeb to launch an e-commerce service in India

Kaola is one of the biggest Chinese e-commerce sites focused on selling imported goods in the country, alongside Alibaba's Tmall Global and JD.com's JD Worldwide.

Alibaba buys Chinese e-commerce business Kaola for $2 billion

Alibaba Group said today it has acquired NetEase Kaola for $2 billion and will integrate it into Tmall, creating the largest cross-border e-commerce platform in China. The announcement follows weeks of media reports about a potential deal, which was said to have stalled in the middle of August after the companies reportedly disagreed on transaction […]

Alibaba acquires NetEase Kaola in deal worth $2 billion

Two of China's most valuable public tech companies announced a deal Thursday evening that will shift one business from NetEase Inc.

Alibaba and NetEase strike a $2 billion deal and investment

After weeks of media reports, Alibaba may finally be nearing an agreement to acquire NetEase’s cross-border e-commerce unit, Kaola. Chinese tech news website 36kr reports that a deal may be announced as early as this week and is expected to be worth $2 billion in cash and shares.

Alibaba reportedly near finalizing a deal to acquire NetEase’s cross-border e-commerce unit

GlaxoSmithKline

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Autohome

Ctrip.com

New Oriental Education & Technology Group

China Life Insurance Co. Ltd.

LVMH Moet Hennessy Louis Vuitton

iShares MSCI China ETF

Manulife Financial

Noah Holdings Ltd.

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Alibaba recently released its quarterly numbers that essentially blew away analysts' estimates.

Alibaba Crushes Earnings: Stock Remains Grossly Undervalued

Noise from trade war is a temporary headwind.

Alibaba: Cheap Beyond Doubt

Alibaba stock hasn't gone anywhere in a year, but that sideways performance won't continue. BABA stock is poised to climb.

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Block

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Baidu

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Booking Hlds

JD.com

Stamps.com

Electronic-commerce, the method of buying and selling goods and services via a software platform, continues to evolve as the technologies driving it get more advanced.

Electronic-Commerce Outlook: Rich Valuation Limits Picks

Thawing trade tensions between the U.S. and China could benefit one Chinese stock the most, says TradingAnalysis.com founder Todd Gordon.

Bet on a breakout in this Chinese stock if trade talks progress, technical analyst says

The trade war has damaged Alibaba stock in the near term, but there's huge upside in this name in the long run.

The 3 Big Reasons to Stick With BABA Stock During This Chop

Alibaba Group has postponed its Hong Kong listing. Is this a problem for Alibaba stock or is it much ado about nothing?

The Postponement of the Hong Kong Listing of Alibaba Stock Is Nothing But a Blip

Tesla

Tesla Inc  CEO Elon Musk and Alibaba Group Holding Ltd  chairman Jack Ma will speak at a conference on artificial intelligence (AI) to be held this week in Shanghai, an Alibaba spokeswoman said on Monday.

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