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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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Outstanding Shares

Market Cap

Also known as Price/Sales Ratio. Calculated using Average market cap for the quarter / Annualized quarterly revenue.

Revenue Multiple

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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Alibaba (BABA) unveils Tongyi Qianwen, its large language model to boost its generative AI efforts.

Alibaba (BABA) Intensifies Chatbot Battle With Tongyi Qianwen

Over the last few months, the world's two biggest economies have been racing to showcase their generative AI capabilities. ChatGPT, Midjourney, the new Bing and others have captivated tens of millions of users around the world.

Alibaba unveils ambitions for a copilot as China steps up scrutiny over generative AI

Alibaba is splitting itself into 6 units to have additional levers to create more value for the company's shareholders. BABA's stock price outlook is favorable following the split announcement, as I expect Alibaba's conglomerate discount to be narrowed going forward with the spin-off and listing of its business units.

What Is Alibaba's Stock Outlook After The 6-Unit-Split Announcement?

China's top internet regulator released draft rules for regulating AI. Companies will be responsible for the content their systems produce.

Alibaba Launched Its ChatGPT Rival. How Beijing Rained on the Parade.

Alibaba showed off its answer to the ChatGPT craze on Tuesday, demonstrating new software that it plans to eventually roll out across all its platforms.

Alibaba unveils its ChatGPT-style service

Alibaba Group (NYSE:BABA), the Chinese tech giant, said it aims to roll out its artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot rival to ChatGPT into various parts of its business as it joined the list of tech giants racing to be part of what it said is the “technological watershed” of AI. On the same day that Chinese regulators unveiled new measures for managing generative AI, the tech group unveiled its large language model, called Tongyi Qianwen.

Alibaba launches ChatGPT rival able to help Chinese businesses improve productivity

The company is launching its generative artificial intelligence system, to be named “Tongyi Qianwen,” which roughly translates as “truth from a thousand questions.”

Alibaba Rises on Launch of ChatGPT Rival. China's AI Race Is Heating Up.

Baidu

The Cyberspace Administration of China's draft rules on generative AI come after tech giants Alibaba and Baidu launched their own ChatGPT-style products.

China releases rules for generative AI like ChatGPT after Alibaba, Baidu launch services

The AI model, named Tongyi Qianwen, will be integrated into the Chinese e-commerce giant's products and offered to clients for customization.

Alibaba Unveils ChatGPT Rival With Chinese and English Capabilities

Alibaba's ChatGPT Rival to Offer Chinese and English Capabilities

Alibaba may formally launch an artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot Tuesday (April 11). The tech giant is holding an Alibaba Cloud Summit event on that day and may take the opportunity to unveil the latest results of its deepening involvement in the AI chatbot arena, Reuters reported Friday (April 7).

Alibaba May Launch AI Chatbot April 11

Alibaba Group Holding Ltd on Tuesday unveiled Tongyi Qianwen, an AI large language model similar to GPT that it plans to integrate into all of the company's business applications in the near future.

Alibaba unveils Tongyi Qianwen, an AI model similar to GPT

Alibaba Cloud, the cloud computing unit of Chinese tech giant, announced it will be rolling out its own ChatGPT-style product Tongyi Qianwen in "the near future."

Alibaba to roll out its rival to ChatGPT across all its products

Alibaba plans to split into six companies. The move comes after the Chinese government's harsh oversight of big tech companies.

Why Alibaba Stock Jumped 16% in March

When the Soviet Union and the United States began the fierce race to space that gave birth to the ultimate tension termed the "cold war," the U.S. Pentagon, alongside NASA, picked up the phone and requested tremendous aid from chip and computing companies like International Business Machines (NYSE: IBM) and Honeywell International (NASDAQ: HON) to provide the computing power and semiconductor technology to allow the successful launch and landing of the Apollo 11 mission.

Alibaba's Turn At Bat For ChatGPT Competition, How to Manage Risk

Ambarella

BigBear.ai Holdings

CrowdStrike

Duos Technologies Group

JD.com

Micron Technology

With artificial intelligence rapidly becoming a hot topic, investors ought to consider AI stocks to buy. According to Grand View Research, the global AI market size reached a valuation of $136.55 billion last year.

7 AI Stocks to Buy for 100% Returns

Tech giant Alibaba is seeking companies to test its Tongyi Qianwen AI chatbot, business publication STAR Market Daily reported on Friday, joining the rush to emulate the explosive success of ChatGPT.

China's Alibaba invites businesses to trial AI chatbot -media

Apple

Accenture Plc

Adobe

Advanced Micro Devices

Amazon

Broadcom

Salesforce

Danaher

Ford Motor Company

General Motors

Alphabet

London Stock Exchange Group PLC

Moody's

MercadoLibre

MSCI

Microsoft

QUALCOMM

S&P Global

Tesla

Texas Instruments

UnitedHealth Group

In this article, I will introduce you to 10 growth companies which I currently consider to be attractive. The selected picks have shown significant growth over the past years and all of them are in strong financial health.

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Alibaba (NYSE: BABA ) stock is enjoying a strong market day on new reports about its entrance into the artificial intelligence (AI) game. According to the Chinese news outlet Pandaily, a blogger has discovered a leaked version of Alibaba's chatbot inside its Tmall Genie smart speaker.

BABA Stock Alert: Is Alibaba's AI Tech Coming This Month?

Johnson & Johnson

PayPal

We're at a weird place in the stock market. We're still well off the all-time highs in most stocks, but at the same time, the market has enjoyed a tremendous rally over the last three to six months.

The 3 Best Bargain Stocks to Buy for April 2023

Palantir Technologies

Investors are always looking for undervalued growth stocks, especially as the economy starts to recover from adversities. This article explores three of the top undervalued growth opportunities to watch.

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You know how the saying goes. The best time to plant a tree, or build generational wealth, was 30 years ago.

The 3 Best Ways to Build Generational Wealth In the Stock Market

Political pressures at home and abroad have hurt Alibaba's stock. Breaking up the company could unlock value for shareholders.

Alibaba Is Breaking Up. Should You Buy the Stock Before That Happens?

Investors see the tech giants' plans to sell shares in subsidiaries as another sign that China's regulatory crackdown has eased.

Hopes for Hong Kong's IPO Market Rest on Alibaba, JD.com Carve-Outs

iShares China Large-Cap ETF FXI has gained more than 3% since the start of the year.

Options Traders See iShares China Large-Cap ETF Gaining This Much Within A Few Months - Alibaba Group Holding (NYSE:BABA), iShares China Large-Cap ETF (ARCA:FXI)

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