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BABA Revenue Growth (YoY) Analysis

2.9%

Higher than 29% of Consumer Cyclical sector peers

Updated 205h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

Alibaba's current revenue growth of 2.9% year-over-year (YoY) means the company's sales increased by that percentage compared to the same quarter last year, a key measure of business expansion.

Sector Performance

29th percentile

BABA

2.9%

Sector Median

9.7%

Sector Avg

14.5%

Prior Period

-85.1%(May 2026)

↑ Improving

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Deep Analysis

Alibaba's current revenue growth of 2.9% year-over-year (YoY) means the company's sales increased by that percentage compared to the same quarter last year, a key measure of business expansion.

This figure sits well below the sector median of 9.0% and places Alibaba at the 30th percentile among consumer cyclical peers, indicating slower growth than most rivals. The trend is unavailable because only one historical value (2.9%) is provided, so both the YoY change and quarter-over-quarter change are marked as N/A, offering no directional insight. The combination of a below-median growth level and a completely unknown trend creates an ambiguous risk profile — there is no clear evidence of acceleration or deceleration to assess opportunity. This metric directly contradicts the overall BULLISH verdict on the stock, as such weak growth relative to the sector typically raises caution rather than supports an optimistic outlook.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Revenue Growth (YoY) tell investors about BABA?

Year-over-year revenue acceleration is one of the strongest signals of business momentum. Sustained >15% growth is rare and typically re-rated by the market.

How is the Revenue Growth (YoY) calculated?

Revenue Growth (YoY) is calculated as: (Revenue_t - Revenue_t-4) / Revenue_t-4.

How does BABA's Revenue Growth (YoY) compare to its sector?

BABA's Revenue Growth (YoY) of 2.9% compares to a Consumer Cyclical sector median of 9.7%, placing it in the 29th percentile.

Who are BABA's closest peers by Revenue Growth (YoY)?

The closest Consumer Cyclical peers by Revenue Growth (YoY) include: KMX (6.2%), APTV (5.4%), JD (4.9%), CHPT (4.3%), CZR (2.7%).

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The Formula

(Revenue_t - Revenue_t-4) / Revenue_t-4

Why It Matters

Year-over-year revenue acceleration is one of the strongest signals of business momentum. Sustained >15% growth is rare and typically re-rated by the market.