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Alibaba Raises $10 Billion for AI Push Through Share Sale

Alibaba has raised $10 billion through a share placement in Hong Kong, with the funds earmarked for its artificial intelligence initiatives. The announcement led to a drop in Alibaba's stock as investors questioned the justification for the significant AI spending.

24 Aug, 09:13 — 24 Aug, 14:59
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bloombergHigh6h ago

Alibaba Drops, SoftBank Bond Sale, Bitcoin Rally | Stock Movers

Today's biggest winners and losers in the stock market. On this episode of Stock Movers: - Alibaba (BABA) is tumbling after announcing a plan to raise about HK$80 billion ($10.2 billion) from a share sale. The share placement is expected to dilute earnings and hurt stock performance in the near term, analysts said. Meanwhile, the fundraising will help drive AI-led growth and the impact on earnings will be limited if the company can improve AI payoffs, they added. The tech and chip sectors a...

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marketwatchMostly Factual11h ago

Alibaba shares tumble as investors question whether AI spending splurge is justified

The market’s negative reaction to Alibaba’s announcement of a major share issue illustrates a broader skepticism among global investors about the eventual payback on present AI spending

By Jules Rimmer

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morningstar11h ago

Alibaba shares tumble as investors question whether AI spending splurge is justified - Morningstar

Alibaba shares tumble as investors question whether AI spending splurge is justified  Morningstar

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YahooMostly Factual6h ago

Alibaba Announces Share Placement to Raise Money for AI Efforts

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caixin-globalMostly Factual6h ago

Alibaba’s $12 Billion Share Sale to Fund AI Push Sends Stock Lower - Caixin Global

Alibaba’s $12 Billion Share Sale to Fund AI Push Sends Stock Lower  Caixin Global

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