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Beijing, August 15 – Chinese e-commerce titan Alibaba faces a rough ride as profits plunged 29% in the first quarter of fiscal year 2024. This slump reflects a slowdown in consumer spending due to China’s weakening economy.

Alibaba’s net income attributable to shareholders sank to 24.3 billion yuan ($3.34 billion) for the quarter ending June 30th. This stands in stark contrast to the 34.3 billion yuan ($4.71 billion) reported in the same period last year, according to a report by AFP.

Despite the economic headwinds, Alibaba’s revenue managed to inch up by 4% year-over-year, reaching 243.2 billion yuan ($33.47 billion). However, this pales in comparison to the performance of its competitor JD.com, which boasted a staggering 92.1% profit increase for the same period.

Alibaba as an Economic Barometer

Alibaba’s financial results are watched intently as they signal broader trends in China’s economy. The country has been battling disappointing economic indicators, despite government efforts to stimulate growth.

Key Metrics Comparison (YoY):

MetricQ1 FY 2024Q1 FY 2023Change
Net Income (CNY)24.3 billion34.3 billion-29%
Revenue (CNY)243.2 billion233.7 billion+4%
Competitor JD.com Profit GrowthN/A17.3%+433%

Uncertain Future for Chinese Tech

Alibaba’s performance underscores the challenges facing Chinese tech companies in a climate of heightened economic uncertainty. As consumer spending weakens and the government prioritizes stabilizing growth, all eyes are on how these giants will navigate the road ahead.

Additional Notes:

  • 1 USD = 7.27 CNY (included for clarity)
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