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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.

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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.

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SoftBank Group Corp

SoftBank Group Corp is set to post a gain of $34.1 billion by reducing its stake in Alibaba Group Holding from 23.7% to 14.6%.

Explainer - How will SoftBank cut its stake in Alibaba without selling shares?

There are still good reasons to be optimistic about Alibaba's prospects.

2 Reasons Investors Should Not Give Up On Alibaba Just Yet

Masayoshi Son famously built his war chest by pumping $20 million into Alibaba two decades ago. Over the years the Chinese e-commerce behemoth has become a way for the billionaire founder of SoftBank Group to generate liquidity.

SoftBank to trim Alibaba stake to 14.6%, poised to book $34B gain

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Big tech continued to spend aggressively on cloud computing in the June quarter. But some analysts expect a dramatic slowdown in 2023.

Big Tech Seen Cutting Back On Cloud Computing Spending In 2023

SoftBank is shrinking its Alibaba holding down to 14.6% from 23.7%.

Alibaba Stock Sale to Give SoftBank Higher-Than-Expected $34 Billion Gain

The Japanese tech investor has been reducing its ties to the Chinese e-commerce company and using holdings to raise cash.

SoftBank to Reduce Alibaba Stake, Expects $34 Billion in Gains

TOKYO (Reuters) -SoftBank Group Corp on Wednesday said it will book an estimated gain of 4.6 trillion yen ($34.08 billion) on settling prepaid forward contracts using shares in Alibaba Group Holding, reducing its stake to 14.6% from 23.7%.

SoftBank to book $34 billion gain from Alibaba shares

The move will allow Chinese investors to trade directly in the stock and should foster a more diversified investor base.

Alibaba Says Its Primary Listing in Hong Kong Has Been Approved

The move will allow Chinese investors to trade directly in the stock.

Alibaba's Primary Listing in Hong Kong Is Approved

Alibaba is making Hong Kong a "primary" listing for its shares, paving the way for mainland China investors to trade the stock directly.

Alibaba gets Hong Kong's approval for a primary stock listing

Alibaba was in the news again, this time because the SEC added the company to a list of Chinese companies that could potentially be delisted. The company reported mixed earnings on Thursday, with revenue basically flat and a decline in EPS.

Alibaba: Same Stuff, Different Day

Alibaba was set to IPO its stake in Ant Group in 2020 at a massive valuation. The company may be rekindling the IPO.

Alibaba Has 1 Monster Hidden Asset

A day after a better-than-feared earnings report gave it a boost, Alibaba retreated again amid broader caution over Chinese stocks.

Why Alibaba Fell Hard on Friday

Alibaba's (BABA) first-quarter fiscal 2023 results reflect strength across China commerce wholesale, International commerce wholesale, cloud and logistics businesses.

Alibaba (BABA) Q1 Earnings Beat Estimates, Revenues Fall Y/Y

Shares of Alibaba rose 2% after the e-Commerce company beat FQ1'23 predictions. Alibaba generated 0% revenue growth year-over-year, the worst on record.

Alibaba's FQ1: A Terrible Quarter

Alibaba Group Holding Ltd.'s shares looked to be giving back their post-earnings gains in Friday trading, but analysts generally had praise for the Chinese e-commerce giant's latest results.

Alibaba earnings highlight ‘attractive turnaround story,' though stock gives back gains

Alibaba Group Holding Limited (NYSE:BABA ) Q2 2022 Earnings Conference Call August 4, 2022 7:30 AM ET Company Participants Rob Lin - Head of Investor Relations Daniel Zhang - Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Joe Tsai - Executive Vice Chairman Toby Xu - Chief Financial Officer Conference Call Participants Ronald Keung - Goldman Sachs Thomas Chong - Jefferies Alex Yao - JPMorgan John Choi - Daiwa Yang Bai - CICC Alicia Yap - Citi Group Operator Good day, ladies and gentlemen. Thank you for standing by.

Alibaba Group Holding Limited (BABA) CEO Daniel Zhang on Q2 2022 Results - Earnings Call Transcript

BABA gained close to 7% in pre-market trading on August 4th after reporting stronger-than-expected F1Q23 results. Revenues were flat from the prior year, its slowest growth on record, but still better than earlier expectations for declines given the challenging operating environment during the June quarter.

Alibaba Is Still Not A Buy, Here's Why

Source: Kevin Chen Photography / Shutterstock.com Alibaba (NYSE: BABA ) stock is gaining on Thursday following the release of the Chinese e-commerce company's earnings report for the second quarter of 2022. The good news for BABA stock starts with the company's adjusted earnings per share of $1.75.

BABA Stock Jumps as Alibaba Beats on Earnings

Alibaba's Q1 FY2023 earnings are likely to highlight the macroeconomic challenges faced by the company. Regardless of the strength in earnings (or the lack of it), Alibaba investors have something to cheer for, finally.

Alibaba Investors Have Something To Cheer For And It's Not About Q1 Earnings

The worst of the tech crackdown in China may be over, but a weak economy—and a permanently changed regulatory environment both home and abroad—are strong headwinds.

Alibaba Passes Through the Storm Into the Slog

Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba reported flat revenue growth on Thursday for the first time ever, as the country grappled with an economic slowdown and COVID-19 resurgences kept consumers jittery.

Alibaba quarterly revenue flat for first time ever in June

Alibaba stock rose in premarket action Thursday, after the China e-commerce giant reported quarterly results that beat estimates. The post Alibaba Quarterly Results Beat Estimates As It Sees Signs Of Recovery appeared first on Investor's Business Daily.

Alibaba Quarterly Results Beat Estimates As It Sees Signs Of Recovery

The Chinese e-commerce giant posts quarterly earnings that beat Wall Street's expectations.

Alibaba Stock Jumps on Earnings Beat. Everything Is Still Not Rosy.

China's Ant Group on Wednesday logged net profit of 11.38 billion yuan ($1.68 billion) in the quarter to March, down 17.3% from a year earlier, according to Reuters calculations from Alibaba Group Holding Ltd's earnings report.

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