Alibaba shares tumble as investors question whether AI spending splurge is justified
Reported by MarketWatch · marketwatch.com · August 24, 2026
The market’s negative reaction to Alibaba’s announcement of a major share issue illustrates a broader skepticism among global investors about the eventual payback on present AI spending
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Market reaction today: $BABA -0.73%
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