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BABAAlibaba Group Holding Limited
$116.27$271.3B
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Alibaba Group Holding Limited

BABA
NYSE · Specialty Retail
$116.27
At close - Sep 22, 4:00 PM EDT - USD
Market Cap$271.34B
P/E17.7x
52W High$192.67
Volume13.66M
OverviewTerminalAnalysisFinancialsValuationEarningsBreakoutsOwnership
VCP Research Verdict2027Q1

Strategic Reinvestment Erodes Margins Amid Growth Deceleration

Alibaba's core e-commerce engine is decelerating, with revenue growth slowing to 1.7% in 2026Q3, forcing a strategic pivot toward heavy reinvestment that has compressed operating margins from a peak of 14.9% in 2025Q2 to just 2.2% in 2026Q2. While the company ...

GrowthDecelerating
ProfitabilityStrained
ValuationAttractive
TechnicalsWeak
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MARKET ACTION

BABA price & volume

Price trend, volume and key moving averages

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Decision Checklist4 Core Signals

What matters now

The signals most likely to change the investment case.

01

Earnings momentum

7/12 Beats

EPS beat 7 of last 12 quarters

02

Valuation risk

-46% Peers

P/E is 46% below peer median

03

Market leadership

RS 30 · Lag

Laggard (Underperforming 70% of market)

04

Weak Trend

Below 200DMA

Price < 200DMA

Next CatalystEstimated earnings · Nov 20
01

Build the investment case

Start with the evidence for owning the stock and the risks that can break the thesis.

EXECUTIVE THESIS

The Investment Case

Full Analysis
Fundamental Trajectory

Revenue growth has decelerated sharply to 1.7% in 2026Q3, while operating margin has compressed from 14.9% in 2025Q2 to 2.2% in 2026Q2, indicating that heavy reinvestment in SG&A and R&D is overwhelming any operating leverage.

Analyst Consensus+55.3% target
Buy(59 analysts)
51 Buy7 Hold1 Sell

The Bull Case

Upside Catalysts

AI and Cloud Growth

Alibaba's cloud revenue has consistently grown over 30% for multiple quarters, positioning it well to capture a significant share of China's AI cloud revenue.

Technological Advancements

The development of proprietary AI chips by Alibaba's T-Head unit could provide a competitive edge in the AI market.

Market Position and Ecosystem

Alibaba's strong presence in China's social commerce market and substantial net cash position enhance its revenue potential and liquidity for capital expenditures.

The Bear Case

Key Downside Risks

Intensifying Competition

Rivals like Tencent and e-commerce companies such as Meituan and JD.com are engaged in price wars, which could pressure Alibaba's margins.

Regulatory Scrutiny

Ongoing regulatory scrutiny in China could hinder Alibaba's ability to invest or form partnerships, impacting future growth.

Margin Pressure and Costs

Rising operational costs and heavy investments in AI infrastructure have led to a decline in net income and free cash flow.

Market performance

Price History →

Trailing total returns as of 9/23/2026, which may include dividends or other distributions. Benchmark is S&P 500 (^GSPC).

YTD Return
BABA-24.67%
S&P 500 (^GSPC)+13.20%
1-Year Return
BABA-28.57%
S&P 500 (^GSPC)+15.98%
3-Year Return
BABA+38.14%
S&P 500 (^GSPC)+72.41%
5-Year Return
BABA-19.69%
S&P 500 (^GSPC)+75.55%
02

Test the fundamentals

Check whether operating performance supports the current valuation.

VALUATION & INTRINSIC VALUE

Valuation Scenarios

Valuation Analysis
Trailing P/E5Y High
17.7x
Forward P/EExpansion
2.7x
EV/EBITDA100th %ile
17.8x
FCF YieldCash Flow
N/A

Valuation vs 5-Year History

Multiple Range
Metric
Current
5Y Median
Historical Range
Percentile
P/E
17.7x
2.9x
100th· High
EV/EBITDA
17.8x
2.1x
100th· High
Price/FCF
N/A
3.4x
N/A
Current Multiple
5Y Median (50th %ile)

Intrinsic Value Scenarios

DCF Projection
Bear$43.16-62.9%
Base (Fair)$84.34-25.5%
Bull$96.53-17.0%
$43.16 Bear$84.34 Base$96.53 Bull
Current Market Price: $116.27
Trades at a 37.9% premium to Base DCF ($84.34)
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Growth & profitability

Annual revenue & EPS trend
Revenue
$1023.67B+2.7% YoY
Net income
$103.59B-20.4% YoY
Free cash flow
-$50.72B-164.9% YoY
Operating margin
5.8%-8.3 pts YoY
ROIC (TTM)3.8%
Avg ROIC 5Y-
ROE (TTM)9.4%
Piotroski Score4 / 9
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03

Monitor what changed

Recent results and news deserve attention only when they alter the forward view.

OPERATING RESULTS

Recent Earnings

Earnings History
EPS Beat Rate7/12 (58%)
Revenue Beat Rate7/12 (58%)
QuarterEPS (Act vs Est)Revenue (Act vs Est)
Q3 2026Latest
Aug 20, 2026
$1.25-35.6%
vs $1.94
$39.6B+0.3%
vs $39.5B
Q2 2026
May 13, 2026
$0.09-91.2%
vs $1.02
$35.3B-1.4%
vs $35.8B
Q2 2026
Mar 19, 2026
$1.01-47.1%
vs $1.91
$40.7B-1.5%
vs $41.4B
Q4 2025
Nov 25, 2025
$0.61-7.6%
vs $0.66
$34.8B+1.7%
vs $34.2B
Historical baseline: 12 quarters analyzedGAAP / Adjusted
MARKET COVERAGE

Latest News

5 Stories
Newsfile Corp·4d ago
BABA ALERT: Alibaba Group Holding Limited (BABA) Investors Urged to Contact Hagens Berman

Securities Class Action Filed; Firm Investigating Allegations of Undisclosed Chinese Military Ties and Fraudulent AI Distillation Attacks San Francisco, California--(Newsfile Corp. - September 18, 2026) - Hagens Berman Sobol Shapiro LLP urges Alibaba Group Holding Limited (NYSE: BABA) investors who suffered substantial losses submit their losses now . A securities fraud class action lawsuit has been filed against Alibaba, and investors are encouraged to contact the firm regarding potential recoveries and lead plaintiff rights.

24/7 Wall Street·5d ago
Alibaba Climbs 3%, PDD and JD.com Tick Up: Is China Technology Finding Buyers Again?

Shares of Alibaba Group (NYSE:BABA | BABA Price Prediction) are climbing in Friday morning trading, leading a broader lift across U.S.-listed Chinese internet names. Alibaba stock is up 3% to $111.39.

Newsfile Corp·5d ago
Kaplan Fox Encourages Investors of Alibaba Group Holding Limited (BABA) to Act Ahead of the Lead Plaintiff Deadline on October 5, 2026

New York, New York--(Newsfile Corp. - September 18, 2026) - Kaplan Fox & Kilsheimer LLP announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed against Alibaba Group Holding Limited ("Alibaba" or the "Company") (NYSE: BABA) on behalf of investors that purchased or otherwise acquired Alibaba securities between June 26, 2025 and June 24, 2026 (the "Class Period"). CLICK HERE TO JOIN THE CASE If you are an investor in Alibaba and have suffered losses, you may CLICK HERE to contact us.

Seeking Alpha·5d ago
Alibaba: Expecting Strong Earnings Growth In Q2, Cloud Margin Continues To Improve

Alibaba is upgraded to Strong Buy after a 16% correction post-Q1 earnings miss, with forward P/E compressed to 16.5x, which seems overdone. AI Cloud revenue surged 45% YoY; maintaining over 40% and an improved non-GAAP EBITA margin are expected in the next several quarters. Traditional China e-commerce remains sluggish, with management prioritizing steady profit over growth, dampening overall revenue acceleration.

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Benchmark BABA against direct peers instead of judging its metrics in isolation.

Peers Comparison

Key metrics vs top competitors for Alibaba Group Holding Limited (BABA)

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CompanyPriceMarket CapP/E RatioRev Growth (1Y)Net MarginROEDiv Yield
BABA logoBABAAlibaba Group Holding LimitedCurrent
$116.27$271.34B17.702.74%10.12%9.36%1.8%
JD logoJDJD.com, Inc.
$27.38$38.44B14.2112.97%1.12%5.08%—
PDD logoPDDPDD Holdings Inc.
$80.35$114.37B8.259.65%24.59%27.29%—
AMZN logoAMZNAmazon.com, Inc.
$254.98$2.74T35.5612.38%17.44%30.5%—
BIDU logoBIDUBaidu, Inc.
$92.43$31.44B52.64-3.04%-2.9%-1.61%—
SE logoSESea Limited
$103.67$62.24B41.1436.38%5.91%13.37%—

Compare BABA vs Peers

Alibaba Group Holding Limited (BABA) vs competitors — business, growth, and fundamentals comparison against the closest industry rivals.

Closest Rival

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Most directly comparable listed peer for BABA.

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Peer Set

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BABA Frequently Asked Questions

Alibaba Group Holding Limited (BABA) stock FAQ — growth, dividends, profitability & financials explained

Growth & Financials
What is Alibaba Group Holding Limited's revenue?

Alibaba Group Holding Limited (BABA) reported $1.04T in revenue for fiscal year 2026. This represents a 76463% increase from $1.36B in 2007.

How fast is Alibaba Group Holding Limited growing?

Alibaba Group Holding Limited (BABA) grew revenue by 2.7% over the past year. Growth has been modest.

Is BABA profitable?

Yes, Alibaba Group Holding Limited (BABA) is profitable, generating $73.53B in net income for fiscal year 2026 (10.1% net margin).

Dividend & Returns
Does BABA pay dividends?

Yes, Alibaba Group Holding Limited (BABA) pays a dividend with a yield of 1.80%. This makes it attractive for income-focused investors.

What is BABA's return on equity?

Alibaba Group Holding Limited (BABA) has a return on equity (ROE) of 9.4%. This is below average, suggesting room for improvement.

What is Alibaba Group Holding Limited's free cash flow?

Alibaba Group Holding Limited (BABA) had negative free cash flow of $77.47B in fiscal year 2026, likely due to heavy capital investments.

What if you invested $1,000 in BABA back in 2007?

Total return calculator · dividends reinvested · 19+ years of data

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