Why Is Alibaba Stock Down After Great Earnings?

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In this video, I will cover Alibaba's (NYSE: BABA) recent earnings report and explain why the stock is down today despite good earnings. Watch the short video to learn more, consider subscribing, and click the special offer link below.

*Stock prices used were from the trading day of May 14, 2025. The video was published on May 15, 2025.

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