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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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Market Cap

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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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Megvii is known for its facial recognition technology and while revenue grew over 350% in 2018, its losses have widened.

Alibaba-backed Chinese A.I. firm Megvii files for Hong Kong IPO

Alibaba delivered another great quarter with total revenue growing 42% yoy, which was not fully appreciated by the market.

Forget The Trade War - Buy Alibaba

Amazon

Costco

Lowe's

Target

Walmart

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JD.com

 Luckin Coffee

PetroChina Company Ltd.

Wall Street is getting hit hard on Friday after China announced overnight a new batch of trade tariffs on U.S. imports.

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Celgene

Disney

Alphabet

Mastercard

Microsoft

Netflix

Visa

The Goldman Sachs VIP lineup has outperformed the S&P 500 in 60% of quarters since 2001.

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Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba Group Holding Ltd (NYSE: BABA) is no longer interested in listing its stock on the Hong Kong exchange amid large-scale protests in the region, sources told Reuters.

Reports: Alibaba Delays Hong Kong IPO Plans

eBay

India's e-commerce market is rapidly growing and becoming competitive with players striving to gain an edge.

E-Commerce Gathers Steam in India: AMZN, WMT, BABA in Focus

Xilinx

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Sina-US geopolitical news has caused a turbulent year for all things China related. Alibaba (BABA) demonstrates this perfectly. Alibaba is a main stay for Chinese e-commerce and is one of the largest in the industry worldwide.

Alibaba: A Must-Have For E-Commerce Exposure

Bilibili

Ctrip.com

Vipshop Hlds

Weibo

It increasingly appears that China's economy is starting to stabilize, and this stabilization means it's time to buy the dip in China stocks. 
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Alibaba (BABA) has been upgraded to a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), reflecting growing optimism about the company's earnings prospects. This might drive the stock higher in the near term.

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Alibaba Group Holding Ltd BABA, -0.60% has delayed its up to $15 billion listing in Hong Kong, Reuters reported, citing two people with knowledge of the matter.

Alibaba to delay Hong Kong listing amid unrest: report

China's biggest e-commerce company Alibaba Group Holding Ltd has delayed its up to $15 billion listing in Hong Kong amid growing political unrest in the Asian financial hub, two people with knowledge of the matter told Reuters.

Alibaba postpones up to $15 billion Hong Kong listing amid protests: sources

Despite the trade war, Chinese consumers are spending.

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Altaba

Altaba, Inc. (AABA) has outperformed Alibaba Group Holding Limited (BABA) since its creation after Verizon Communications Inc.

Selling Altaba To Buy Alibaba

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Baidu

Tencent Holdings Limited

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Core commerce will continue to drive growth for Alibaba. Strong financial muscles will help in pursuing aggressive inorganic growth.

Alibaba Stock Well-Positioned to Benefit From China’s Consumption Boom

Stamps.com

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Applied Materials

NVIDIA

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Reportedly, Alibaba Group Holding (BABA) has agreed to acquire an e-commerce company, Kaola Unit, from NetEase Inc. for approximately $2 billion.

Alibaba to Expand E-Commerce Presence With Kaola Acquisition

Alibaba posted stellar earnings and rallied sharply.

Alibaba: It Is A Generational Buy

Coca-Cola

PepsiCo

The following large-cap stocks have recorded positive performances over the past week, month, year and three years and will likely continue to do so as sell-side analysts on Wall Street have issued recommendation ratings ranging from overweight to buy.

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Alibaba Group stock edged up Friday as the China e-commerce giant received several price target hikes following its quarterly earnings report that beat views on the top and bottom lines.
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Price Targets Raised On Alibaba Stock After Quarterly Earnings Blowout

Alibaba's latest earnings report shows Chinese consumers are still doing plenty of shopping online.

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