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Alibaba Group Holding Limited (symbol: BABA) is a renowned Chinese multinational technology company specializing in e-commerce, retail, Internet, and technology. It stands as the world's largest online and mobile commerce company, gauged by gross merchandise volume. Alibaba operates several of China’s leading online marketplaces, including Taobao (consumer-to-consumer) and Tmall (business-to-consumer).
The core of Alibaba’s business is its China commerce retail division, which is the most significant source of its cash flow. Beyond this, Alibaba generates revenue through various channels such as China commerce wholesale, international commerce retail and wholesale, local consumer services, cloud computing, digital media and entertainment platforms, Cainiao logistics services, and other innovative initiatives.
In recent news, Alibaba.com, a vital part of Alibaba's global B2B e-commerce platform, introduced its Logistics Marketplace on April 17, 2024. This platform aims to assist U.S. small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in streamlining their supply chains by providing access to affordable, customizable logistics services. The Logistics Marketplace connects buyers with pre-vetted logistics service providers and offers tailored solutions to meet specific logistics demands. Features include real-time quotes, door-to-door express, full container shipping, drop-shipping, and more. This marketplace simplifies the logistics process for SMEs, allowing them to focus more on their business goals.
Additionally, on June 6, 2024, Alibaba.com launched Alibaba Guaranteed, a service designed to simplify global sourcing. This new feature offers fixed prices with shipping included, ensures dispatch within 72 hours, and guarantees delivery by the expected date. It also provides after-sales services such as quick money back for order issues and free local returns for defects. Alibaba Guaranteed aims to make cross-border trade more accessible and reliable for SMEs by providing order security and handling finance and after-sales services.
Launched in 1999, Alibaba.com has grown to serve over 48 million SME buyers and 200,000 suppliers globally. It remains a leading platform for global B2B e-commerce, offering services that cover all aspects of commerce. Alibaba.com is dedicated to innovating within the sourcing and supply chain sectors, supporting SMEs in expanding their global reach.
Cvent has announced the appointment of two new Independent Board members, Marcela Martin and Jim Frankola, ahead of its merger with Dragoneer Growth Opportunities Corp. II, expected to close on December 8, 2021. These appointments are aimed at leveraging their extensive experience in technology and finance to enhance Cvent's growth amidst the evolving events industry. With Cvent's successful pivot during the pandemic, the company aims to capitalize on the growing demand for digital and hybrid event solutions, positioning itself for a stronger market presence post-merger.
Farfetch Limited (NYSE: FTCH) reported strong financial results for Q3 2021, with a significant 97% growth in Digital Platform GMV over two years, totaling $828 million, a 23% year-over-year increase. Total Group GMV exceeded $1 billion, up 28%.
Revenue reached $583 million, up 33% year-over-year, while profit after tax stood at $769 million, benefiting from a non-cash gain of $901 million due to lower share prices impacting fair value remeasurements. Adjusted EBITDA improved to $5 million, signaling profitability strides.
Alibaba Group Holding Limited (NYSE: BABA) reported its financial results for the quarter ending September 30, 2021, showing a 29% year-over-year revenue growth to RMB200,690 million (US$31,147 million). The company added 62 million active consumers, bringing the total to approximately 1.24 billion. However, adjusted EBITDA decreased by 27% to RMB34,840 million due to increased investments in strategic areas. Non-GAAP net income fell 39% to RMB28,524 million (US$4,427 million). The diluted earnings per ADS declined 38% to RMB11.20 (US$1.74).
Lyre's, the leading non-alcoholic spirits brand, has raised £20 million in funding, valuing the company at £270 million. This achievement comes in under two and a half years since its inception. With expansion into over 60 countries and a projected annual revenue of £50 million by year-end, Lyre's is set to become the fastest independent beverage brand to reach Unicorn status. The funds will focus on marketing and expanding workforce across various departments, while maintaining innovative growth in the no/low alcohol category.
Alibaba Group Holding Limited (NYSE: BABA) reported a successful 13th annual 11.11 Global Shopping Festival, achieving a remarkable
Moov has successfully closed a $41 million Series A funding round led by Tiger Global, with participation from Atreides Management and others. The funding will support Moov's expansion into semiconductor hubs and global markets, including China, South Korea, and Europe. Moov operates the world's first real-time B2B online marketplace for manufacturing equipment, boasting over $1.5 billion in active listings. The semiconductor equipment sales market is projected to grow, reaching $100 billion in 2022, with Moov aiming for over $1 billion in gross merchandise value in coming years.
Alibaba Group (NYSE: BABA) will report its unaudited financial results for Q3 2021 on November 18, 2021, before U.S. markets open. The conference call to discuss the results is scheduled for 7:30 a.m. U.S. Eastern Time on the same day. Investors can access the live webcast at https://www.alibabagroup.com/en/ir/earnings, with an archived version available afterward. The company is focused on enhancing commerce infrastructure and aims for long-term growth.
Cat Rock Capital, holding 6.5% of Just Eat Takeaway.com's shares, is pushing for a sale or spin-off of Grubhub by December 31, 2021, to address the company's undervaluation. JET's stock trades below 8x EBITDA, indicating a significant mispricing of its assets. The Grubhub acquisition, which reduced JET's financial flexibility, is attributed to a negative valuation of €14 billion. Cat Rock emphasizes Grubhub's strong performance metrics, including $10 billion in GMV and extensive restaurant partnerships, suggesting that unlocking Grubhub's value could lead to over 100% appreciation in JET's stock.
Alibaba Group (NYSE: BABA) launched its 13th annual 11.11 Global Shopping Festival, emphasizing sustainability and inclusiveness, with a record participation of 290,000 brands. The festival, showcasing over 14 million deals for 900 million consumers in China, features two sales windows from November 1 to 3 and November 11.
New initiatives include a focus on eco-friendly products, RMB100 million in green vouchers, and package recycling across 10,000 stations. Additionally, the Taobao app introduced 'senior mode' for enhanced accessibility and engagement.
BluePallet, an industrial commerce platform for the chemical industry, has become a Global Gold Supplier on Alibaba.com, enhancing its market presence. This milestone enables BluePallet's network of verified chemical manufacturers and distributors to connect with millions of global business buyers. BluePallet offers tools for navigating regulatory compliance and secure transactions through its platform. The global chemicals market is projected to grow from $3.34 trillion in 2020 to $4.30 trillion by 2025, indicating strong sector growth.
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