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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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Baidu

JD.com

Tencent Holdings Limited

China internet stocks, including Alibaba, JD.com and Tencent, are facing a long list of challenges that have slowed revenue growth. The post China Internet Stocks Buffeted By Tough Challenges, Slowing Growth appeared first on Investor's Business Daily.

China Internet Stocks Buffeted By Tough Challenges, Slowing Growth

HUYA Inc - ADR

Tencent Music Entertainment Group 

Better-than-feared earnings and a real estate rescue package from the government helped beaten-down Chinese internet stocks find their footing.

Why Alibaba, Tencent Music Entertainment, and Huya Rallied This Week

Alibaba Group Holding Limited has just published its fiscal Q2 2023 quarterly earnings for the period ending 30 September 2022. The company's sales ($29.12B) were below the estimates of ($29.61B), whilst Alibaba reported a quarterly net loss of $2.89B.

Alibaba's Fiscal Q2 Earnings Results Made Investors Happy

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Proshares Online Retail ETF

Invesco Golden Dragon China ETF

Alibaba Group (BABA) beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate for earnings but lagged on revenues.

Alibaba Fiscal Q2 Earnings Puts These ETFs in Focus

Benchmark analyst Fawne Jiang cut her 12-month price target on the stock to $180 from $206.

Alibaba Gets a Price Target Cut After Strong Earnings. Economy Will Take a Toll, Analyst Says.

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Alibaba Group (NYSE:BABA), delivered a mixed set of numbers in the second quarter, missing expectations for revenue growth but beating earnings forecasts, sending conflicting signals about the resilience of the Chinese e-commerce giant. Net losses for the second quarter totalled 20.6 billion yuan (US$2.87 billion) reflecting falling market prices of equity investments in listed companies.

Alibaba shares rise after despite mixed second quarter

China's Covid controls disrupted Alibaba's ability to deliver packages, the company said, dragging down the e-commerce giant's sales in a competitive market.

Alibaba says 15% of China delivery areas were disrupted during Singles Day shopping festival

Alibaba shares rise after 2Q revenue growth despite mixed second quarter

Lexinfintech Hlds

RLX Technology

Investors are reacting to recent earnings reports and positive momentum among Chinese stocks.

Why Shares of Alibaba, RLX Technology, and LexinFintech Holdings Are Surging Today

Amazon

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Alibaba Group Holding Ltd.'s U.S.-listed shares were rallying sharply in Thursday's session after the Chinese e-commerce giant delivered a mixed earnings report but indicated that it was making progress on efforts to cut costs and seeing improvements related to recent disruptions in China.

Alibaba stock pops after earnings as cost cuts pay off

Chinese e-commerce company Alibaba Group on Thursday posted net losses and missed market expectations for revenue in its quarter ended September amid a slowing economy and depressed consumer sentiment.

Alibaba posts loss, slower revenue amid lower consumption

The Chinese e-commerce giant's quarterly sales rose 3% to $29.12 billion, below analysts' expectations.

Alibaba Topped Earnings Forecasts But Covid-19 Restrictions Drag on Revenue

The Chinese consumer is still under a lot of pressure. E-commerce giant Alibaba reported third quarter sales Thursday that rose just 3% from a year ago, slightly missing analysts' forecasts.

Chinese consumers are wary. Alibaba's sales miss forecasts

Alibaba (NYSE: BABA ) stock is on the move Thursday following the release of the Chinese e-commerce company's earnings report for the third quarter of 2022. Results from the company's most recent quarter include adjusted earnings per share of $1.82.

BABA Stock Alert: What to Know About Alibaba's Latest Earnings Report

Alibaba Group Holding Limited (NYSE:BABA ) Q2 2023 Earnings Conference Call November 17, 2022 7:30 AM ET Company Participants Rob Lin - Head, Investor Relations Daniel Zhang - Chairman & Chief Executive Officer Toby Xu - Chief Financial Officer Conference Call Participants Ronald Keung - Goldman Sachs Thomas Chong - Jefferies Eddie Leung - Bank of America Merrill Lynch Alex Yao - JPMorgan Jerry Liu - UBS Alicia Yap - Citigroup Jiong Shao - Barclays Operator Good day, ladies and gentlemen. Thank you for standing by.

Alibaba Group Holding Limited (BABA) Q2 2023 Earnings Call Transcript

E-commerce giant's operating profit rose a better-than-expected 68% because of lower expenses.

Alibaba Conjures Up Cost Savings

Alibaba Sinks on Revenue Miss. Sluggish Demand Could Hamper Chinese Stock Rally.

The Chinese e-commerce company's 3% rise in revenue is among its weakest revenue expansions since going public.

Alibaba Posts Slow Growth as China's Covid Policy Weighs

China internet giant Alibaba reported September-quarter results that missed views on the top line but beat on the bottom line. The post Chinese E-Commerce Firm Alibaba Beats Earnings Target, Misses On Sales appeared first on Investor's Business Daily.

Chinese E-Commerce Firm Alibaba Beats Earnings Target, Misses On Sales

The Chinese e-commerce giant's quarterly sales rose 3% to $29.12 billion.

Alibaba Tops Profit Forecasts But Misses on Revenue

Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba Group Holding Ltd posted a smaller-than-expected rise in quarterly revenue on Thursday as COVID-19 curbs and a worsening economic outlook stifled consumer spending.

Alibaba quarterly revenue misses expectations as spending slows

Shares of Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. BABA, -1.44% inched about 1% higher in premarket action Thursday after the company topped adjusted earnings expectations for the latest quarter and said it was upsizing its buyback program.

Alibaba stock heads higher after earnings as profit tops expectations

HANGZHOU, China--( BUSINESS WIRE )--Alibaba Group Holding Limited (NYSE: BABA and HKEX: 9988, “Alibaba” or “Alibaba Group”) today announced its financial results for the quarter ended September 30, 2022.

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