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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.

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Pinduoduo Inc - ADR

Tencent Holdings Limited

Although many investors have been burned trying to buy Chinese Technology stocks over the better part of the last three years, current valuations along with other bullish catalysts make them more compelling than ever. The long China tech thesis is further bolstered by the fact that so many investors have been hurt trying to buy these stocks for so long, that the narrative now suggests many investors are holding large short positions.

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Alibaba (BABA) launches cross-border consolidated shipping services in the United States, boosting its logistics services portfolio.

Alibaba's (BABA) Cainiao Expands Logistics Services in the U.S.

Apple

AbbVie

AGNC Investment

Antero Midstream Partners

Apple Hospitality REIT

Ares Capital

Apollo Commercial Real Estate Finance

Broadcom

Boeing

Bank of America

BASF SE

Brookfield Renewable Partners

B&G Foods

Bank of Montreal

Bayerische Motoren Werke AG

Bank of Nova Scotia

BRT Apartments

Blackstone Group

Colgate-Palmolive

Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce

Cisco Systems

The S&P500 delivered a strong year-end rally, gaining 4.5% in December and 26.3% for the year.

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Booking Hlds

Crescent Energy

Hudson Pacific Properties

JD.com

The RealReal

Stellantis N.V. 

Assuming he is still holding it, famed ‘Big Short' investor Michael Burry is sitting on notable losses on his bearish position against the semiconductor sector, unveiled in Q3 2023.

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Blackrock Inc

D.R. Horton

Goldman Sachs

Hertz

PulteGroup

AMERCO

Who better to know when a stock will be moving significantly in the near future than insiders working at the company in question? Following insider transactions can be a good starting point to dissect where a stock's future may be headed, given that you finish doing the due diligence necessary to justify the evidence you find.

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Alibaba's stock selloff could end in 2024 due to stable revenue and earnings, and its current low valuation. Despite years of negative sentiment, Alibaba's financial performance has been decent, with revenue up 38% since the stock peaked. Alibaba's P/E of 10 and potential catalysts like AI integration and international expansion make it a good choice for 2024.

Will 2024 Be The Year Of Alibaba?

Alibaba is undergoing a significant leadership transition, as group CEO Eddie Wu took over its cloud computing and e-commerce leadership. Investors are likely concerned with the strategic uncertainties. Alibaba faces intense competition from ByteDance and Pinduoduo in China's e-commerce market. It's also trying to defend against the incursions of Baidu and Huawei in the cloud computing business. Alibaba needs to regain the confidence of the market that its wide-moat and highly profitable business model can recover its traction, fending off the challenges of its smaller peers.

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iShares MSCI China ETF

Simon Property Group

In every market, there are markers and yardsticks - or benchmarks as they like to call them - that attract investment dollars in and out of specific vehicles and asset classes. Focusing on stocks today, you will learn where a few yardsticks are moving and how investors like Ray Dalio have gotten a headstart on what could be the rally of the year.

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Amazon

The deep reach of China's regulators has been fully utilized since 2020, challenging its for-profit enterprises. Oversight in the Western Hemisphere (and within the United States in particular) is markedly less restrictive.

Best Stock to Buy: Amazon vs. Alibaba

I have experienced significant losses with my investment in Alibaba but remain committed to the stock. BABA is trading at a low valuation compared to U.S. big tech companies, making it an attractive investment opportunity. Alibaba is rewarding shareholders through share buybacks and the implementation of a dividend program.

Alibaba: I've Been Wrong, But The Investment Could Still Work Out

Signet Jewelers

Although he remained notably quiet for most of 2023, legendary ‘Big Short' investor Michael Burry once again captured headlines with his bold investment maneuvers.

Michael Burry's stock market predictions for 2024

Apple's stock is being held back by near-term concerns about the iPhone. Alibaba faces tough macro, competitive, and regulatory challenges.

Best Stock to Buy: Apple vs. Alibaba

ChargePoint Holdings

The 3 Hottest Meme Stocks to Watch in 2024

Shares of e-commerce stalwart Alibaba (NYSE: BABA ) — essentially China's flagship enterprise — fell conspicuously on Thursday. Earlier this morning, CNBC revealed that Alibaba-owned Lazada — which is billed as a virtual shopping mall for the Southeast Asian market — is set to issue a headcount reduction.

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XPeng

Is it the end of the road for XPeng (NYSE: XPEV ) now that China's e-commerce king plans to unload some shares of the China-based automaker? Not at all.

Alibaba Is Selling XPeng Stock. Don't Make the Same Mistake.

Alphabet

Altria

NextEra Energy

Annaly Capital

Pubmatic

PayPal

AT&T

UnitedHealth Group

Visa

The Dow Jones Industrial Average climbed to a new record in 2023, while the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite surged higher. Despite Wall Street's stellar performance last year, bargains can still be found.

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