Alibaba: High Hopes and Regulatory Hurdles

The recent developments surrounding Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. have captured significant attention, following the company’s decision to abandon its plans for the spin-off and IPO of its cloud computing division. This announcement, which coincided with the release of its quarterly earnings last Thursday, prompted a 10% drop in Alibaba’s share price. The reaction from Wall Street analysts has been varied, with some expressing concern over the strategic direction of the company, while others maintain a positive outlook.

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An Economic Powerhouse on the Rise

India, after dethroning China as the world’s most populous country, is also one of its fastest-growing major economies. With a young and growing population, a rapidly expanding middle class, and a growing skilled workforce, India is poised for a period of sustained economic growth. This article aims to analyse the strengths, opportunities and weaknesses of the Indian economy as well as provide a way to gain exposure into the Indian market. We’ll start with India’s strengths.

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