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    Alibaba’s reversal cuts $20B from market value

    By Elma YuanNovember 20, 2023Updated:May 16, 2024No Comments2 Mins Read
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    • Alibaba’s abrupt reversal in spinning off its cloud unit caused a staggering $20 billion market value drop.
    • The swift change is tied to heightened uncertainty from U.S. restrictions on semiconductor exports, impacting Chinese tech firms like Alibaba and Tencent.
    • Alibaba’s Hong Kong shares suffered, with market capitalization dropping sharply to HK$1.49 trillion following the unexpected announcement.

    Alibaba Group has sent shockwaves through the financial world yesterday by reversing its decision to spin off its cloud unit.

    The move resulted in a dramatic plunge in market capitalisation in the Hong Kong stock market.

    Also read: Apsara 2023: Alibaba reveals ambition for ‘most open cloud in AI era’

    Primary reasons for Alibaba’s sudden change

    Alibaba’s $20 billion market value drop is linked to heightened uncertainty from U.S. restrictions on semiconductor exports for Chinese AI applications, announced in October.

    This move, impacting Alibaba and Tencent, raises concerns about disrupted operations and prompts a strategic reassessment.

    Alibaba’s cloud unit spin-off reversal highlights broader challenges for Chinese tech firms in sourcing crucial components due to export restrictions, emphasizing difficulties in obtaining key chip supplies from U.S. companies.

    Market value meltdown

    The immediate consequence of Alibaba’s U-turn is a colossal $20 billion reduction in its overall market value. This development has not only caught investors off guard but has also prompted a reassessment of the company’s valuation and its standing within the global market. The scale of the market value plunge is likely to have far-reaching implications for Alibaba’s positioning and influence in the technology and e-commerce sectors.

    Also read: Baidu CEO Robin Li warns China’s AI boom risks resource crisis

    Hong Kong stock prices take a hit

    Alibaba’s Hong Kong shares suffered from its strategic shift. After closing at HK$1.65 trillion on Thursday, the market capitalisation dropped to HK$1.49 trillion on Friday, following the unexpected announcement. The sharp decline in share price raised concerns among shareholders and investors.

    As Alibaba shifts strategies, experts closely watch for updates. This incident highlights the complex dance of corporate strategy, market dynamics, and investor confidence in today’s ever-changing financial landscape.

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    Elma Yuan

    Elma Yuan was a junior reporter at BTW media interested in media and communication.

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