What’s new: Alibaba’s reported FY2Q25 revs that were below consensus and our expectations. Taobao and Tmall take rate starts to stabilize partly driven by full-quarter impact from the software service fee and further merchant adoption of Quanzhantui. Margins could see quarterly fluctuations as BABA continues to invest in user experience. We maintain our PT at USD100. Analysts: Jin Yoon
Alibaba’s 2QFY25 results are within expectations. Revenue grew 5% yoy to Rmb236.5b, slightly missing the street’s estimate. Non-GAAP net profit was Rmb36.5b, down 9% yoy and in line with consensus forecast, with net margin of 15.4%. Despite a sequential moderation in GMV growth, we saw a solid performance during the 11.11 campaign due to its strategic execution, and remain optimistic on the cloud and AIDC revenue growth outlook. Maintain BUY with a target price of HK$130.00 (US$130.00).
KEY HIGHLIGHTS Economics Economic Activity October data showed signs of stabilisation, with industrial production slightly missing expectations at 5.3% yoy (-0.1ppt), while retail sales grew 4.8% yoy (+1.6ppt), well above forecasts. FAI ytd growth held steady at 3.4% yoy, although property FAI ytd deteriorated further, down to -10.3% yoy and below expectations. The unemployment rate saw a slight improvement. Overall, the real estate sector remains a key drag on economic performance. Results ...
Moody's Ratings (Moody's) has assigned an A1 senior unsecured rating to the proposed USD/CNH senior unsecured notes to be issued by Alibaba Group Holding Limited (A1 negative). "The proposed issuance will extend Alibaba's debt maturity profile, provide higher financial flexibility and support ste...
In today's Morning Views publication we comment on developments of the following high yield issuers: PHM Group, Rekeep, Air Baltic, Telecom Italia, Digi Communications, Huhtamaki, Boels, Nomad Foods (Iglo), Arxada, Ardagh, Softbank Group, Samvardhana Motherson, Borr Drilling, Iceland Foods
Data from the initial phase of the 11.11 campaign set a compelling prelude to a high single-digit GMV growth in 2024. We expect the combination of government trade-in subsidies and 11.11 discounts to stimulate consumer demand, particularly with home appliances and 3C digital products taking the spotlight. We anticipate stabilised competition between traditional and livestreaming e-commerce with a strong emphasis on shelf-based e-commerce. Maintain MARKET WEIGHT.
Lately, internet companies convened their respective AI conferences, unveiling a wide range of upgraded AI products that showcase their AI infrastructure development and AI monetisation potential. We opine that the prevailing trend in adtech upgrades focuses on enhancing marketing efficiency and driving GMV growth, resulting in monetisation improvement. We remain optimistic in view of the favourable regulatory environment and industry development. Maintain MARKET WEIGHT.
In our latest Asia Monthly, we discuss the performance of major Asian credit indices and review UST curve movements in October 2024. We also provide a recap of major news and macroeconomic releases, including those from the US, China, India, Indonesia and Japan. In addition, we summarise the Top/Bottom performers, recent USD bond issuances and rating actions in Asian corporate credit, as well as a list of our recent research. The Asia Monthly publication serves to keep investors updated on d...
The key concerns of investors include the sustainability of the recent rally and potential fundamental changes upon policy rollout. We think a valuation repair is underway with the upcoming 11.11 campaign and 3Q/4Q24 results release as a critical juncture. Investors are also becoming increasingly optimistic on mega-cap names such as Tencent, Meituan, Alibaba and JD in view of a favourable regulatory backdrop and stabilised competitive environment. Maintain MARKET WEIGHT.
EQS Newswire / 14/10/2024 / 07:00 CET/CEST HANGZHOU, CHINA - - 14 October 2024 - Taobao and Tmall Group ("TTG"), Alibaba Group's domestic commerce business, is kicking off its 16th 11.11 Global Shopping Festival ("11.11" or "Festival") today by putting users first with unprecedented shopping incentives. TTG will offer RMB30 billion ( ~US$4.2 billion) worth of vouchers and red packets in anticipation of the record-high volume of users participating in this year's Festival. "This year's 11.11 is unfolding as Chinese consumer sentiment is improving. TTG serves China's largest and most val...
In view of a stronger-than-expected government policy rollout, we reckon that the improved consumption sentiment will benefit e-commerce, local life services and OTA companies. In 2H24, we expect the undemanding valuations of internet companies to be repaired by shareholder returns, cross-border expansion and easing competition. Meanwhile, we believe monetisation momentum will be fuelled by AIGC development and adtech upgrades. Maintain MARKET WEIGHT.
When the BoJ raised rates in March, it had been 17 years since it had last done so, though the world was very different then. While the July rate hike was unlikely to move the economic needle, the question now is what else might follow the subsequent financial market maelstrom. Pelham Smithers discusses the outlook for Japan’s macro environment, what new fiscal policies the new PM might introduce, how the BoJ might react and the all-important trend in corporate earnings. This then leads us to...
On 19 Sep 24, Alibaba Apsara Conference 2024 (“云栖大会”) kicked off in Hangzhou. AliCloud officially launched Qwen 2.5, with its flagship model, Qwen 2.5-72B surpassing Llama 405B in performance. AliCloud is committed to investing in AI infrastructure, laying the foundation for AI-driven innovation. AliCloud also reiterated its focus on foundational model development, application innovation and open-source initiatives. Maintain BUY with a target price of HK$95.00 (US$95.00).
KEY HIGHLIGHTS Update Alibaba Group (9988 HK/BUY/HK$87.20/Target: HK$95.00) On 19 Sep 24, Alibaba Apsara Conference 2024 (“云栖大会”) kicked off in Hangzhou. AliCloud officially launched Qwen 2.5, with its flagship model, Qwen 2.5-72B surpassing Llama 405B in performance. AliCloud is committed to investing in AI infrastructure, laying the foundation for AI-driven innovation. AliCloud also reiterated its focus on foundational model development, application innovation and open-source initiatives. ...
EQS Newswire / 20/09/2024 / 05:15 CET/CEST Global Cloud Leader Collaborates with NVIDIA, XPENG, miHoYo, Atlas, Codium, UNESCO-ICHEI to Drive the Future of Mobility, Gaming, Travel, IT and Education HANGZHOU, CHINA - - 20 September 2024 - Alibaba Cloud, the digital technology and intelligence backbone of Alibaba Group, today announced at its annual flagship event Apsara Conference that its proprietary foundational model Tongyi has attracted over 300,000 customers via its generative AI platform, Model Studio, a significant jump from 90,000 revealed in May. Leveraging Alibaba Cloud's Tongy...
We met with all 3 of the incumbent Japanese Telcos & Rakuten in Tokyo this week. Every time we visit, we are reminded of how much better the telco industry is in Japan vs other DMs, as the MNOs continue to expand their scope of operations beyond traditional telco driving higher returns and growth.
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