Alibaba Group Holding Ltd (BABA) Stock

Alibaba Group Holding Ltd Stock Details, Movements and Public Alerts

Stock Details

Alibaba Group Holding Ltd (BABA), a prominent company in the trade & services sector within the services-business services, nec industry, is based in USA and primarily trades on the NYSE.Currently, the stock is trading at $155.02. Over the past 52 weeks, it has ranged between $79.43 and $156.85. This places the current price at 98.8% of its 52-week high and 95.2% above its 52-week low. Recent trading volume was recorded at 20,863,106. The 14-day Relative Strength Index (RSI) stands at 39.83, suggesting neutral conditions. The stock is currently trading above its 50-day moving average of $120.89 by 28.23%. Similarly, it is above its 200-day moving average of $104.87 by 47.82%. The MACD histogram is -1.30, indicating bearish momentum (MACD Line: -1.88, Signal Line: -0.58). The International Securities Identification Number (ISIN) for this stock is US01609W1027.

Market Cap

$321.85B

52-Week High

$156.85

-1.17% from high

52-Week Low

$79.43

+95.17% from low

Avg Daily Volume

20,863,106

Fundamentals

Valuation Metrics

P/E Ratio (TTM)

18.02

Near market average

Forward P/E

15.55

Earnings expected to grow

PEG Ratio

1.41

Reasonably valued

Price to Book

2.28

EV/EBITDA

8.89

EPS (TTM)

$7.49

Price to Sales

0.32

Beta

0.16

Less volatile than market

How is BABA valued relative to its earnings and growth?

Alibaba Group Holding Ltd trades at a P/E ratio of 18.02, which is near the market average of approximately 20, suggesting the market views it as fairly valued relative to its earnings. Looking ahead, the forward P/E of 15.55 is lower than the current P/E, indicating analysts expect earnings to grow over the next year. The PEG ratio of 1.41 indicates reasonable value when growth is considered.

What is BABA's risk profile compared to the market?

With a beta of 0.16, Alibaba Group Holding Ltd is less volatile than the overall market. This means when the market moves up or down by 10%, this stock typically moves less than 10% in the same direction. Lower beta stocks are often preferred by conservative investors seeking stability. The price-to-book ratio of 2.28 shows investors value the company above its book value, which often reflects intangible assets or growth prospects.

Performance & Growth

Profit Margin

14.60%

Operating Margin

14.10%

Return on Equity

13.50%

Return on Assets

4.92%

Revenue Growth (YoY)

1.80%

Earnings Growth (YoY)

81.80%

How profitable and efficient is BABA's business model?

Alibaba Group Holding Ltd achieves a profit margin of 14.60%, meaning it retains $14.60 from every $100 in revenue after all expenses. This represents a solid margin typical of well-run businesses, showing the company can effectively balance revenue generation with cost control. The operating margin of 14.10% reveals how efficiently the company runs its core business operations before interest and taxes. With ROE at 13.50% and ROA at 4.92%, the company achieves moderate returns on invested capital.

What are BABA's recent growth trends?

Alibaba Group Holding Ltd's revenue grew by 1.80% year-over-year, showing steady progress in growing the business. This positive trajectory indicates the company maintains competitive positioning in its markets. Earnings increased by 81.80% year-over-year, outpacing revenue growth through improved margins. These growth metrics should be evaluated against SERVICES-BUSINESS SERVICES, NEC industry averages for proper context.

Dividend Information

Dividend Per Share

$7.62

Dividend Yield

0.78%

Ex-Dividend Date

6/12/2025

Dividend Date

7/10/2025

What dividend income can investors expect from BABA?

Alibaba Group Holding Ltd offers a dividend yield of 0.78%, paying $7.62 per share annually. This modest yield below 2% suggests the company prioritizes growth investments over current income. While the dividend provides some return, investors are likely attracted more by capital appreciation potential than income generation. To receive the next dividend, shares must be purchased before the ex-dividend date of 6/12/2025.

How reliable is BABA's dividend for long-term investors?

The dividend sustainability can be assessed through the payout ratio - Alibaba Group Holding Ltd pays $7.62 per share in dividends against earnings of $7.49 per share, resulting in a payout ratio of 100.00%. This very high payout exceeding 90% raises sustainability concerns, as nearly all earnings go to dividends. Any earnings decline could force a dividend cut. The next dividend payment is scheduled for 7/10/2025.

Company Size & Market

Shares Outstanding

2.38B

Book Value/Share

$436.69

Asset Type

Common Stock

What is BABA's market capitalization and position?

Alibaba Group Holding Ltd has a market capitalization of $321.85B, classifying it as a mega-cap stock (over $200B). These are the largest, most established companies globally, typically offering stability and liquidity but with more modest growth potential. Mega-caps often pay dividends and weather economic downturns better than smaller companies. With 2.38B shares outstanding, the company's ownership is widely distributed. As a major player in the SERVICES-BUSINESS SERVICES, NEC industry, it competes with other firms in this sector.

How does BABA's price compare to its book value?

Alibaba Group Holding Ltd's book value per share is $436.69, while the current stock price is $155.02, resulting in a price-to-book (P/B) ratio of 0.35. Trading below book value can indicate the market perceives challenges ahead, or it might represent a value opportunity if the assets are quality and earnings can recover. Value investors often screen for P/B ratios below 1.0. As a common stock, this represents equity ownership with voting rights.

Analyst Ratings

Analyst Target Price

$153.26

1.14% downside potential

Analyst Recommendations

Strong Buy

Buy

Hold

Sell

Strong Sell

How reliable are analyst predictions for BABA?

41 analysts cover BABA with 93% recommending buy/strong buy ratings. Analyst predictions have mixed reliability - studies show consensus rarely beats market returns consistently. The strong bullish consensus may already be priced in. The consensus target of $153.26 implies -1.1% downside, but targets are often adjusted to follow price moves rather than predict them.

What is the Wall Street consensus on BABA?

Current analyst recommendations:8 Strong Buy, 30 Buy, 3 Hold, 00The bullish tilt suggests optimism about future prospects, though investors should conduct independent research.Remember that analyst opinions often lag price movements and can be influenced by investment banking relationships.

Fundamentals last updated: Sep 1, 2025, 02:17 AM

Technical Indicators

RSI (14-day)

39.83

Neutral

50-Day Moving Average

$120.89

28.23% above MA-50

200-Day Moving Average

$104.87

47.82% above MA-200

MACD Line

-1.88

MACD Signal

-0.58

MACD Histogram

-1.30

Bearish

What does BABA's RSI value tell investors?

The RSI (Relative Strength Index) for BABA is currently 39.83, indicating the stock is showing bearish momentum (30-40 range). Selling pressure is evident but not extreme. This often occurs during pullbacks in uptrends or early stages of downtrends. Combined with the price being above the 50-day moving average, this shows mixed signals requiring careful analysis.

How should traders interpret BABA's MACD and moving average crossovers?

MACD analysis shows the MACD line at -1.88 below the signal line at -0.58, with histogram at -1.30. This bearish crossover indicates downward pressure. The wide histogram confirms strong momentum. The 50-day MA ($120.89) is above the 200-day MA ($104.87), forming a golden cross pattern that typically signals a long-term uptrend. Price is currently above both MAs, confirming strength.

Indicators last updated: Jun 4, 2025, 07:18 AM

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