BABA - Alibaba: One Step Forward Two Steps Back (Rating Downgrade)
2024-07-21 08:30:00 ET
Summary
- Alibaba investors have witnessed several "false dawns" over the past two years.
- BABA bulls have failed to hold on to their positions after surges, demonstrating a lack of conviction.
- Further trade restrictions on semiconductor stocks could impact Alibaba's supply chain and hinder near-term sentiments.
- A potential Trump second term could worsen the geopolitical headwinds with China, intensifying execution risks.
- I argue why I've finally learned my lessons on BABA, as my bullish thesis never really took off. Read on.
Alibaba: Disappointing Recovery
Alibaba Group Holding Limited ( BABA ) (BABAF) investors have endured another disappointing fourth fiscal quarter as Alibaba's growth recovery remains tepid . Geopolitical headwinds between the US and China have also intensified as the US steps up pressure against China . Accordingly, the Biden administration could implement the "most severe trade restrictions available" on ASML ( ASML ) and Tokyo Electron ( OTCPK:TOELY ). ...
Alibaba: One Step Forward, Two Steps Back (Rating Downgrade)