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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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Alibaba's landmark restructuring has sent its shares soaring in New York and Hong Kong, as investors bet on the return of regulatory support for China's tech industry and private businesses after more than two years of a brutal crackdown.

Alibaba's restructuring and Jack Ma's homecoming are all part of China's plan

The latest overhaul in Alibaba's business announced overnight could be seen as calls for renewed interest for the $34.5 billion listing of Ant Group.

Alibaba's revamp puts renewed focus on Ant Group's suspended IPO

There are good reasons to think that a split-up Alibaba would be more valuable. In this case, politics and profits are pointing in the same direction.

For Alibaba, Six Is Bigger Than One---And a Smaller Target

SoftBank Group Corp

Shares in SoftBank Group Corp soared on Wednesday after Chinese e-commerce conglomerate Alibaba Group , in which the Japanese technology investor has a 13.7 % stake, announced a major restructuring plan.

SoftBank shares jump on Alibaba split-up plans

Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba has announced plans to split into six business units, leading shares to rally on investor optimism that the restructuring will spur more initial public offerings in the future.

Alibaba To Split Into Six Business Units With Plans For Future IPOs

Hong Kong shares of Alibaba Group were set to open up 14.96% on Wednesday after it announced plans to split into six units and explore fundraisings or listings for most of them.

Alibaba's Hong Kong shares set to open up 15% on split-up plans

Alibaba in its announcement to split its company into six business groups is aimed to "unlock shareholder value."

Alibaba shares soar 15% in Hong Kong on news of major overhaul

The management team at Alibaba Group announced that they were restructuring the company in a drastic shift away from a centralized model. This move should allow each unit today to focus on optimizing shareholder returns in a way that wasn't possible until now.

Alibaba Group: A Great Move Aimed At Boosting Shareholder Value

The Chinese tech company's plan to break itself into six pieces is sending shares higher. Some American tech giants may want to take note.

Alibaba's $30 Billion Stock Boost Is a Signal to Amazon and Alphabet

Alibaba plans to split up the company. This could unlock "hidden value" in currently unprofitable business units.

Alibaba Drops A Bombshell

Amazon

Alibaba Group Holding Ltd (NYSE: BABA), on Tuesday, revealed plans of splitting into six businesses to unlock shareholder value and relish regulatory benefits as Invezz posted HERE. That leaves us with an important question: should Amazon.

Alibaba split into 6 units: should Amazon take note?

After he appeared to fall out of favor with Beijing, the Chinese tech mogul has visited a Japanese lab specializing in farmed tuna and a Dutch university to learn about sustainable food production.

Jack Ma's Life After Alibaba Takes Him to a Fish Farm, Fiji and Beyond

After several quarters of stunted growth and seeing around $600 billion of its value wiped out since October 2020, Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. ( BABA , Financial) is taking drastic measures to get back on track.

Alibaba's Shares Pop on Reorganization

Alibaba Group Holding Ltd (NYSE:BABA) announced Tuesday that the company will split into six businesses, each with the ability to raise outside funding, go public, and be managed by its own CEO and board of directors.

Alibaba Options Pop After Company Announces Split

Alibaba Group Holding Limited stock rallied over 10% on Tuesday as the company announced it was planning on splitting into six different businesses. The press release said that Alibaba Group's subsidiaries might pursue IPOs of their own.

Alibaba Spinoff Likely - How To Play The Restructuring

This could accelerate growth across the board.

Alibaba Will Split Into 6 Business Units. Is This Bad?

In a groundbreaking move, Alibaba will split into six different companies that will operate independently and are free to raise funds and explore initial public offerings, the company  announced Tuesday. The post Alibaba Stock Soars As It Launches Massive Reorganization, Splits Into Six Units appeared first on Investor's Business Daily.

Alibaba Stock Soars As It Launches Massive Reorganization, Splits Into Six Units

Alibaba never fails to show it's a fan of restructuring to stay nimble in an ever-changing environment. The e-commerce behemoth said Tuesday that it will split into six business groups, which will each be managed by their respective CEOs and follow a holding company structure.

Alibaba splits into six in biggest overhaul in 24 years

Alibaba Group Holdings, Ltd BABA gapped up almost 11% higher to start Tuesday's trading session after the company announced its plan to divide into six independent entities.

BOOM! Alibaba Gaps Up Above Key Indicator Following Major Restructuring News - Alibaba Group Holding (NYSE:BABA)

Shares of Alibaba Group Holding Ltd (NYSE: BABA) opened more than 10% up on Tuesday after the tech behemoth announced plans of reorganising into six businesses.

Alibaba stock opened 10% up on Tuesday: find out why

Alibaba said each of the six entities “will be managed by its own CEO and board of directors.”

China tech giant Alibaba to split into six companies, pursue IPOs

Alibaba Group is splitting into six pieces with plans to take these new businesses public. The Chinese eCommerce company said Tuesday (March 28) it was undergoing the biggest revamp in its nearly 25-year history, dividing into a number of new businesses as its country's government steps back from a broad regulatory crackdown, Reuters reported.

Alibaba Divides Kingdom Into Six Pieces

Alibaba announced Tuesday that it would split into six business groups in one of the most significant overhauls of a leading Chinese tech firm to date.

Alibaba to split into 6 groups, separate IPOs expected

Alibaba (NYSE: BABA ) stock is on the rise Tuesday after the company revealed plans to split up into six businesses. The big news here is that Alibaba will switch to a business model that has it acting as a holding company.

Why Is Alibaba (BABA) Stock Up 9% Today?

The move to split the company into six independently run entities comes just a day after cofounder Jack Ma was seen in China after almost a year away.

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