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    Shopify shares plunge 18% as it leans into AI investments

    By Aria JiangMay 9, 2024Updated:May 10, 2024No Comments2 Mins Read
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    • Shopify’s stock tumbled after the company reported first-quarter results.
    • The Canadian e-commerce company was upbeat on the top and bottom lines, but it gave downbeat guidance for the second quarter.
    • Baird analysts said in a note to clients that the higher operating expense guide clouded “an otherwise solid Q1 report as the company is probably leaning into marketing and R&D (AI/GenAI) investments.”

    Shopify shares tumbled 18% on Wednesday, shaving almost $20 billion off the company’s value, after the company gave revenue and profit guidance for the current quarter that spooked investors.

    Also read: Amazon launches online shopping services in South Africa  

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    Baird analysts said in a note to clients Wednesday morning that the higher operating expense guide clouded “an otherwise solid Q1 report as the company is probably leaning into marketing and R&D (AI/GenAI) investments.”

    Shopify, which makes tools for companies to sell products online, in recent quarters has stepped up its artificial intelligence features for businesses, including “Shopify Magic,” which can automatically generate listings and edit images, among other things. Rivals including Amazon, Etsy and eBay have also introduced AI features for sellers on their platforms.

    Also read: Amazon AWS owes $525mln amid cloud-storage patent war

    Strategic Shift: AI Investment Amidst Downsizing

    Shopify has prioritised investments in AI while scaling back in other areas such as logistics services. Last May, the company downsized its workforce by 20% due to a downturn in e-commerce post-pandemic.

    Shopify’s President, Harley Finkelstein, emphasised the company’s long-term focus in an interview with CNBC’s “Squawk on the Street.” He stated their commitment to making investments for the future, despite recent challenges.

    In the latest financial report, Shopify disclosed a net loss of $273 million, or 21 cents per share, contrasting with a profit of $68 million, or 5 cents per share, in the same quarter last year.

    Despite the losses, Shopify noted a 23% increase in gross merchandise volume, reaching $60.9 billion, surpassing analyst expectations of $59.5 billion.

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    Aria Jiang

    Aria Jiang, an intern reporter at BTW media dedicated in IT infrastructure. She graduated from Ningbo Tech University. Send tips to a.jiang@btw.media

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