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Alibaba Group Holding Limited (NYSE: BABA) will release its unaudited financial results for the quarter and fiscal year ending March 31, 2021, before the U.S. market opens on May 13, 2021. A conference call discussing the results is scheduled for 7:30 a.m. U.S. Eastern Time (7:30 p.m. Hong Kong Time) on the same day. Dial-in details for various regions are provided, along with a live webcast and archived replay available for one week. Alibaba aims to revolutionize commerce and is focused on long-term sustainable growth.

Alibaba Group announced a public offering of US$5 billion in senior unsecured notes, including sustainability notes. The offering comprises:

• US$1.5 billion 2.125% notes due 2031
• US$1 billion 2.700% sustainability notes due 2041
• US$1.5 billion 3.150% notes due 2051
• US$1 billion 3.250% notes due 2061

The offering is expected to close on February 9, 2021. Proceeds will support corporate purposes, including debt repayment and eligible sustainable projects. There are inherent risks related to market conditions and regulatory compliance.

Alibaba Group announced plans to offer U.S. dollar-denominated senior unsecured notes, including Sustainability Notes, subject to market conditions. The offering is registered with the SEC, but specific terms like principal amount and interest rates are yet to be confirmed. Proceeds from the offering will support general corporate purposes, including working capital, debt repayment, and potential acquisitions. Sustainability Notes will fund projects in green buildings, renewable energy, and circular economy initiatives. The completion of the offering is not guaranteed.

Alibaba Group Holding Limited (NYSE: BABA) has announced an increase in its share repurchase program from US$6 billion to US$10 billion. This program is set to be effective for a two-year period, concluding in 2022. The execution of the share repurchase program began in this quarter, signaling the company's commitment to enhancing shareholder value.

Alibaba Group Holding Limited (NYSE: BABA) has received a notice from the State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) in China regarding an investigation under the Anti-Monopoly Law. The Company stated it will cooperate with the investigation, assuring that its business operations continue normally. This development may impact investor sentiment, as regulatory scrutiny can lead to potential fines or operational changes.

Alibaba Group (NYSE: BABA) reported an impressive RMB498.2 billion (US$74.1 billion) in GMV generated during the 2020 11.11 Global Shopping Festival, marking a 26% increase from 2019. The event saw participation from over 250,000 brands, including 31,000 international brands. Notably, 470 brands surpassed RMB100 million in GMV, and livestreaming became a significant sales driver. Alibaba’s technology platform processed a peak of 583,000 orders per second. The festival continues to reflect the company's commitment to empowering merchants through digital infrastructure.

Alibaba Group Holding Limited (NYSE: BABA) reported strong results from the initial sales period of the 11.11 Global Shopping Festival (November 1-3), achieving significant gross merchandise volume (GMV). Over 100 brands saw RMB100 million in sales within 111 minutes, while beauty products generated over RMB10 billion with a 150% YoY growth. More than 1,800 new brands exceeded last year’s GMV, with some achieving up to 1,000% growth. Robust demand for imported goods was evident, with Tmall Global’s GMV increasing over 90% YoY on the first day of presales.

On October 26, BMW and Alibaba signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in Beijing to form a strategic partnership aimed at enhancing digital transformation within BMW's operations. This alliance will leverage Alibaba's digital capabilities to create a seamless online-to-offline customer experience, enable online sales, and support dealer networks. BMW aims to implement Alibaba Business Operating System (ABOS) to optimize its digital services and enhance customer loyalty, thereby setting a new standard in the auto industry.

Alibaba Group Holding Limited (NYSE: BABA) will announce its unaudited financial results for Q3 2020 on November 5, 2020, before U.S. market opening. A conference call will take place at 7:30 a.m. U.S. Eastern Time, with details available for international dialing. Investors can access a live webcast and an archived version through Alibaba's Investor Relations website. The company's mission focuses on transforming business operations globally, aiming for sustainable growth over a century.