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Alibaba Sells Sun Art Stake for $1.58 Billion

1/2/2025

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Alibaba is selling its 78.7% stake in Sun Art Retail Group to DCP Capital for HK$12.298 billion ($1.58 billion), a significant drop from the $3.6 billion paid in 2020.
This divestment aligns with Alibaba's strategy to concentrate on core e-commerce amid increasing competition.
The company also intends to sell its Intime department store unit, anticipating a loss of approximately $1.3 billion.
Sun Art's shares have surged 85% over the past year, highlighting market interest.

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Alibaba is selling its 78.7% stake in Sun Art Retail Group to DCP Capital for HK$12.298 billion ($1.58 billion), a significant drop from the $3.6 billion paid in 2020.
This divestment aligns with Alibaba's strategy to concentrate on core e-commerce amid increasing competition.
The company also intends to sell its Intime department store unit, anticipating a loss of approximately $1.3 billion.
Sun Art's shares have surged 85% over the past year, highlighting market interest.