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Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. engages in the semiconductor business. Its products include processors, accelerators, graphics, adaptive SoCs, FPGAs, and SOMs, and software, tools, and apps. The firm offers artificial intelligence, industries, workloads, and gaming solutions. The company was founded by W. J. Sanders III on May 1, 1969 and is headquartered in Santa Clara, CA.

Advanced Micro Devices Inc.

Advanced Micro Devices Inc

AMD is trending after breaking to new all-time highs fueled by strong institutional demand and positive sentiment surrounding its data center CPU growth and potential hardware partnerships with frontier AI labs. The community remains deeply divided, with bulls pointing to the company's expanding role in AI compute and agentic workflows, while vocal bears argue the rapid momentum is detached from fundamentals and represents an overextended bubble.

Netflix, Inc. engages in providing entertainment services. It also offers activities for leisure time, entertainment video, video gaming, and other sources of entertainment. It operates through the United States and International geographic segments. The company was founded by Marc Randolph and Wilmot Reed Hastings on August 29, 1997 and is headquartered in Los Gatos, CA.

Netflix Inc.

Netflix Inc

Netflix is experiencing significant volatility as investors react to a Q1 earnings beat that was overshadowed by a disappointing Q2 guidance miss and the departure of co-founder Reed Hastings from the board. The community is sharply divided, with many debating whether the drop presents a prime buying opportunity for a long-term profit machine or if structural concerns and leadership changes signal an end to its aggressive growth era.

Newcourt Acquisition Corp. is a blank check company, which engages in the purpose of effecting a merger, share exchange, asset acquisition, share purchase, reorganization or similar business combination with one or more businesses. The company was founded on February 25, 2021 and is headquartered in Oakland, CA.

Psyence Biomedical Ltd.

Psyence Biomedical is experiencing significant volatility and surging volume as investors react to reports of a pending executive order that would prioritize federal research into the therapeutic use of ibogaine for PTSD. The community is heavily focused on the stock's extremely low float and its potential to spark a massive short squeeze, with active debates continuing over the legitimacy of the catalyst versus concerns regarding the company's history of reverse splits and dilution.

Bitcoin is the world's first decentralized cryptocurrency, created in 2009 by the pseudonymous Satoshi Nakamoto. It enables peer-to-peer electronic cash transactions without intermediaries like banks or governments, operating on a blockchain secured by Proof of Work mining and the SHA-256 cryptographic algorithm.   With a fixed supply cap of 21 million coins and programmatic halvings every four years that reduce miner rewards, Bitcoin is designed as a deflationary digital asset often called "digital gold." Its value stems from solving the double-spending problem without trusted intermediaries, creating the first truly scarce digital asset with censorship resistance and permissionless access that no government, corporation, or individual can control.  Bitcoin operates as a decentralized peer-to-peer network where transactions are recorded on a public ledger called the blockchain, distributed across thousands of computers globally. Transactions are grouped into blocks added approximately every 10 minutes through mining, where specialized computers compete to solve complex mathematical puzzles.   Bitcoin has achieved mainstream adoption through multiple vectors. The January 2024 SEC approval of 11 spot Bitcoin ETFs opened Bitcoin investment to traditional finance participants, and corporations like Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy) are using Bitcoin as a treasury reserve asset to protect against currency debasement, offering MSTR holders amplified exposure to Bitcoin.   The Bitcoin ecosystem continues to evolve with innovations like Ordinals, which emerged in January 2023 to enable NFT-like functionality directly on Bitcoin, and BRC-20 tokens, an experimental standard for creating fungible tokens using Ordinal inscriptions. BTCFi (Bitcoin Finance) represents emerging financial applications extending beyond Bitcoin's traditional role, with protocols like Babylon allowing Bitcoin holders to stake BTC to secure Proof of Stake chains.

Bitcoin

Bitcoin is currently locked in a tug-of-war at the 75k resistance level, with sentiment split between retail traders bracing for a potential breakout and skeptics questioning its correlation to traditional markets. Community discussions are heavily focused on the impact of upcoming legislative acts, institutional buying pressure from ETFs, and the ongoing debate surrounding geopolitical developments as potential catalysts for the next major move.

Critical Metals Corp. engages in the mining, exploration, and development of lithium metals. It owns Wolfsberg Project and Tanbreez Project. The company was founded on October 24, 2022 and is headquartered in British Virgin Islands.

Critical Metals Corp.

Critical Metals Corp. is trending as investors monitor heightened geopolitical focus on Greenland's strategic rare earth deposits and the potential for domestic supply chain mandates. The community is actively debating the project's long-term economic potential while speculating on the impact of upcoming pilot plant results and broader U.S.-led critical mineral trade policies.

Intel Corp. engages in the design, manufacture, and sale of computer products and technologies. It delivers computer, networking, data storage, and communications platforms. The firm operates through the following segments: Client Computing Group (CCG), Data Center and AI (DCAI), Intel Foundry Services (IFS), and All Other. The CCG segment consists of platforms designed for notebooks, 2-in-1 systems, desktops, tablets, phones, wireless and wired connectivity products, and mobile communication components. The DCAI segment delivers solutions to cloud service providers and enterprise customers, along with silicon devices for communications service providers and high-performance computing customers. The IFS segment refers to full stack solutions created from the foundry industry ecosystem. The All Other segment represents results from other non-reportable segments and corporate-related charges. The company was founded by Robert Norton Noyce and Gordon Earle Moore on July 18, 1968, and is headquartered in Santa Clara, CA.

Intel Corp.

Intel Corp

Intel is seeing a surge in investor interest driven by a strategic pivot into AI foundry services, fueled by partnerships with major hyperscalers like Google and potential infrastructure collaborations involving the broader Tesla ecosystem. While the community is actively debating the stock's recent rapid valuation expansion, sentiment remains divided between those betting on long-term foundry turnaround potential and others cautioning against momentum-driven overvaluation ahead of upcoming earnings.

Back in 2011, long before “crypto Twitter”, NFTs, or VC-backed chains existed, users of the BitcoinTalk forum came up with a new currency - not to launch a network, but to make fun of btc.... and so: The first memecoin/memecurrency was born.  On May 23, 2011, a Something Awful poster cracked, “Has anyone called them buttcoins yet?”. It was sophomoric and perfect. Within weeks the gag metastasized into Buttcoin.org, a parody blog that described a “peer to peer butt” economy while cataloging mining fiascos, exchange blowups, and MLM-adjacent “innovations”.

Buttcoin

BUTTCOIN is trending as the community rallies around its status as the original 2011 internet satire, positioning it as an authentic, long-standing historical asset rather than just another fleeting meme. Investors are actively debating its longevity and potential for a multi-billion-dollar valuation, with many pointing to locked supply and historical roots as key drivers for their conviction.

BlackBerry Ltd. engages in the provision of intelligent security software and services. It operates through the following segments: Cybersecurity, Internet of Things (IoT), and Licensing and Other. The Cybersecurity segment includes the brand Cylance, BlackBerry Spark, AtHoc, and SecuSUITE. The IoT segment focuses on software licenses, support, maintenance, and professional services. The Licensing and Other segment involves the intellectual property licensing arrangements and settlement awards. The company was founded by Michael Lazaridis, James Laurence Balsillie, and Douglas E. Fregin on March 7, 1984 and is headquartered in Waterloo, Canada.

BlackBerry Ltd

BlackBerry is trending as investors closely watch for upcoming fiscal year guidance and backlog updates, with the community actively debating the company's valuation as a foundational software provider for software-defined vehicles. Sentiment remains divided between long-term believers who are focused on the expansion of QNX into robotics and defense, and those expressing frustration over past stock performance and management execution.

MARA Holdings, Inc. is a digital asset technology company, which engages in mining cryptocurrencies with a focus on the Bitcoin ecosystem. It also deals with owning and operating bitcoin mining facilities or data centers, selling proprietary software or technology to third parties operating in the Bitcoin ecosystem, offering advisory and consulting services to support Bitcoin mining ventures in domestic and international jurisdictions, and generating electricity from renewable energy resources or methane gas capture to power Bitcoin mining projects. The company was founded on February 23, 2010 and is headquartered in Hallandale Beach, FL.

MARA Holdings Inc.

Marathon Digital Holdings Inc

Marathon Digital Holdings is trending as investors debate its pivot toward becoming a high-scale AI infrastructure provider, with community members actively highlighting the potential of its large-scale energy capacity as a competitive advantage. Despite this, some investors remain skeptical, citing high short interest and management's past share dilution as key concerns while they monitor the stock's ability to hold onto recent price gains.

QUALCOMM, Inc. engages in developing and commercializing foundational technologies and products used in mobile devices and other wireless products. It operates through the following segments: Qualcomm CDMA Technologies (QCT), Qualcomm Technology Licensing (QTL), and Qualcomm Strategic Initiatives (QSI). The QCT segment develops and supplies integrated circuits and system software based on technologies for use in voice and data communications, networking, application processing, multimedia, and global positioning system products. The QTL segment grants licenses and provides rights to use portions of the firm's intellectual property portfolio. The QSI segment focuses on opening new or expanding opportunities for its technologies and supporting the design and introduction of new products and services for voice and data communications. The company was founded by Franklin P. Antonio, Adelia A. Coffman, Andrew Cohen, Klein Gilhousen, Irwin Mark Jacobs, Andrew J. Viterbi, and Harvey P. White in July 1985 and is headquartered in San Diego, CA.

Qualcomm, Inc.

Qualcomm is seeing significant market focus ahead of its quarterly earnings release as investors scrutinize its ability to navigate supply-chain constraints and memory chip shortages. The community is actively debating the stock's long-term potential in data center and edge AI versus near-term handset headwinds, with many traders closely monitoring the volatile price action and options activity leading up to the report.

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ETFs to Watch as China's Factory Deflation Comes to an End After 3 Years

China's factory deflation ends after 3 years as PPI turns positive, putting ETFs like MCHI in focus amid rising oil prices and a potential market rebound.

<ul class="summary-bullets"><li>BABA shares dropped by over 7% on Thursday, following the earnings release.</li><li>Alibaba missed sales and profit expectations, citing increased spending in investments in quick commerce, user experiences and technology.</li><li>Stocktwits sentiment for BABA turned ‘bearish’ from ‘neutral.’</li></ul>Already under pressure, shares of Alibaba Group Holding fell 7.1% on Thursday – marking their steepest single-day decline in more than five months – after the Chinese tech giant reported quarterly results that missed analysts’ expectations.Shares recovered modestly, up 0.9%, in overnight trading.<h2 class="st-heading-2">BABA Results Recap</h2>Third quarter revenue rose 1.7% to 284.8 billion Chinese yuan ($40.7 billion), missing estimates of 289.72 billion Chinese yuan. More importantly, net income dropped 66.3% to 15.6 billion Chinese yuan, with earnings per ADS (EPS) of 7.09 Chinese yuan, well below the Street estimate of 10.94 Chinese yuan.Alibaba said the net income decrease was primarily due to a 74% drop in operational income, which was impacted by investments in quick commerce, user experiences and technology.Alibaba’s core e-commerce business remained under pressure, with growth of 6%, with overall performance boosted by the company’s cloud unit, where revenue beat expectations with a 36% increase.&nbsp;The results underscore continued sluggish consumer activity in China even as Alibaba engages in an expensive discount war with Meituan and JD.com to expand its quick commerce business,&nbsp;<a class="st-link-external" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://ele.me">Ele.me</a>.<h2 class="st-heading-2">Analysts’ Reaction</h2>Jefferies lowered its price target on BABA stock to $212 from $225, but kept a ‘Buy’ rating, noting Alibaba’s&nbsp;<a class="st-link-external" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://seekingalpha.com/news/4566807-alibaba-targets-100b-in-ai-and-cloud-revenue-within-five-years-amid-accelerated-ai">lofty forecast</a> of $100 billion in AI and cloud revenue in five years. Jefferies stock target implies a 58% upside.&nbsp;US Tiger Securities raised the stock to ‘Buy’ from ‘Neutral,’ but trimmed its target to $175 from $180, implying a 30% upside. The research firm said it believes the stock's valuation is becoming more attractive amid Alibaba's strengthening AI momentum.More analysts have become bullish of late, citing its strong AI positioning even as the stock has declined.&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/BABA">BABA shares</a> are down about 15% year to date, and about 30% from their peak last October.Currently, 38 of 42 analysts recommend ‘Buy’ or higher on the stock, three recommend ‘Hold,’ and one recommends ‘Strong Sell,’ per Koyfin data.Still, retail traders are on the fence. On Stocktwits, the retail sentiment dropped to ‘bearish’ from ‘neutral’ after the earnings. “$BABA they delayed their release while keeping positive news flow only to miss earnings. Holding a giant bag. Terrible action,” a user&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/Trader412pgh/message/648043110">remarked</a>.For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.Read Next:&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/trade-desk-publicis-dispute-analyst-says-ttd-selloff-overdone-revenue-impact-seen-less-than-feared/cZ3XfNBRIhw">Trade Desk-Publicis Dispute: Analyst Says TTD Selloff Overdone, Revenue Impact Seen Less Than Feared</a>&nbsp;

The "Alibaba" logo on a blue background at the 3rd China International Supply Chain Expo. 

BABA Stock Suffered Worst Drop In 5 Months On Q3 Miss - What Are Analysts Saying?

Analysts are upbeat about Alibaba’s AI and cloud momentum, but wary of the sluggish consumer trends in China.

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Analysts are upbeat about Alibaba’s AI and cloud momentum, but wary of the sluggish consumer trends in China.


<ul class="summary-bullets"><li>The KraneShares CSI China Internet ETF (KWEB), which tracks Chinese tech stocks, rose 2.8% on Monday, its best single-day performance in over a month.</li><li>Stocktwits sentiment for BABA turns ‘extremely bullish,’ amid a 620% spike in message volume over the past 24 hours.&nbsp;</li><li>Alibaba will release its December earnings on March 19.&nbsp;</li></ul>Shares of Alibaba Group, JD.com and Baidu, Inc., among the most closely watched Chinese stocks listed in the U.S., are showing early signs of a rebound, as Washington signals that its war with Iran may be nearing an end.Alibaba and Baidu stocks have gained for two straight days; JD shares have gained for three sessions, advancing by over 8% despite the Chinese e-commerce major posting&nbsp;<a class="st-link-external" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://finance.yahoo.com/news/chinas-jd-com-misses-quarterly-100645038.html">weak quarterly results</a>. The KraneShares CSI China Internet ETF (KWEB), which tracks Chinese tech stocks, rose 2.8% on Monday, its best single-day performance in over a month.<figure class="image"><img src="https://news.stocktwits-cdn.com/koyfin_20260310_104034832_png_bca5cd8fc2.webp" alt="koyfin_20260310_104034832.png" width="1200" height="999"><figcaption>&nbsp;</figcaption></figure>Investors are particularly interested in Alibaba stock, which many retail traders believe is oversold. The stock delivered a stellar performance last year, surging 73% on the back of a wave of AI-related launches that cemented Alibaba’s pole position in China’s AI market.<h2 class="st-heading-2">Retail’s View On BABA, JD, BIDU</h2>On Stocktwits, retail sentiment has been ‘extremely bullish’ for BABA since last Thursday and for KWEB since Friday. The sentiment for JD and BIDU was ‘bullish’ as of the last reading.&nbsp;Messages on the BABA stream rose 620% in the last 24 hours, according to Stocktwits data.“I have stated this multiple times. With BABA being this oversold, the last time it touched 19 RSI, the company released news and stock jumped 20%+ in one single day... I expect nothing different this time. Something big will be announced soon,” a user&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/Andres_trader/message/647021945">speculated</a>.<stembedurl>https://stocktwits.com/Andres_trader/message/647021945</stembedurl><h2 class="st-heading-2">Alibaba Earnings Next Week</h2>Alibaba just announced that it would release its December-quarter results on March 19. Analysts expect sales to increase by 4.8% to $34.9 billion and adjusted profit to decline by about 50% to $1.59 per share, per Koyfin estimates.<h2 class="st-heading-2">Asian Stocks Rebound On Iran War Update</h2>The boost is being driven by signals from the U.S. that the war in Iran may be nearing an end, triggering a rebound across Asian markets.&nbsp;Trump&nbsp;<a class="st-link-external" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.cnbc.com/2026/03/09/trump-iran-war-end.html">said</a> in a press conference on Monday that the war in Iran would end “very soon.” “We’re achieving major strides toward completing our military objective,” he said nine days after launching joint military strikes that took out Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.The Hang Seng Tech Index, majorly composed of Chinese tech companies, rose 1.4% by Tuesday afternoon local time. South Korea’s KOSPI is leading gains, rising 4.5% after its worst selloff on record last week. The Hang Seng Index rose 1.6%, Singapore’s FTSE Straits Times Index added 1.5%, and Japan’s Nikkei Stock Average rose 2.4%.<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/BABA">Alibaba shares</a> are still down 9.5% year to date, while&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/JD">Baidu shares</a> are down 6.3% and&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/JD">JD shares</a> are down 4.3%.For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.Read Next:&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/hpe-stock-ticks-up-ceo-says-networking-segment-more-insulated-from-memory-supply-squeeze/cZdoW6yRIe1">HPE Stock Ticks Up: CEO Says Networking Segment ‘More Insulated’ From Memory Supply Squeeze</a>&nbsp;

Alibaba Group office building in Chongqing Municipality, China, pictured on March 23, 2025. (LI HONGBO/Feature China/Future Publishing via Getty Images)

BABA, BIDU, JD Stocks Rebound: Why Key China Tech ETF Notched Best Day In A Month

After sharp declines, the key Chinese tech stocks have rebounded modestly over recent days amid indications that the U.S. military offensive in Iran might be drawing to a close.

China ETFs in Spotlight as Beijing Softens GDP Growth Target for 2026

China trims its 2026 GDP goal to 4.5%-5%, putting ETFs like MCHI in focus as investors weigh tech-driven growth, stimulus effects and earnings outlook.

<ul class="summary-bullets"><li>Retail traders debated whether the selloff is a buying opportunity or a sign that Chinese tech stocks have lost their appeal, and questioned why Alibaba has yet to announce its earnings date.</li><li>Goldman Sachs upgraded its BABA rating earlier this week, citing the company’s pole position in AI and cloud.</li><li>Stocktwits sentiment climbed to ‘extremely bullish’ to the highest point since Jan. 30.</li></ul>Even as markets around the world have rebounded from the initial shock of the U.S.-Israel-Iran war that broke out over the weekend, Alibaba shares have continued to slide at a fast clip.&nbsp;The stock has declined for six straight sessions, losing over 13%,&nbsp;and if the overnight momentum sustains, it is poised to mark its worst streak since April 2023. Shares dropped 3% in overnight trading, and the company’s Hong Kong-listed shares closed 2.5% lower&nbsp;on Thursday.&nbsp;Despite pockets of frustration, retail trader sentiment for BABA has, in fact, climbed higher, shifting to ‘extremely bullish’ (88/100) as of early Thursday, from ‘bullish’ the previous day, according to Stocktwits data. That’s the highest point since Jan. 30.<figure class="image"><img src="https://news.stocktwits-cdn.com/Screenshot_2026_03_05_at_2_26_11_PM_png_fc8a6e4643.webp" alt="Screenshot 2026-03-05 at 2.26.11 PM.png" width="569" height="88"><figcaption>BABA sentiment and message volume as of March 5 | Source: Stocktwits</figcaption></figure><h2 class="st-heading-2">BABA Draws Retail Buzz</h2>As of the time of publication, Alibaba had not&nbsp;<a class="st-link-external" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www1.hkexnews.hk/search/titlesearch.xhtml?lang=en">filed</a> any notice with the Hong Kong Stock Exchange regulator regarding the scheduled date for its fiscal third-quarter earnings, which many retail traders noticed.The ticker was trending among the top five on Stocktwits, with message volume rising 38% over the past 24 hours.&nbsp;While traders expressed extreme frustration over its performance and geopolitical pressures — and also over a&nbsp;<a class="st-link-external" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.stocktwits.com/dblitz1969/message/646641616">delay in setting</a> its earnings date — a strong counter-narrative highlights the stock as deeply oversold and poised for a rebound, citing strong positioning in the AI industry.“If it sinks down to $115. I say sell your house and BUY, BUY, BUY!&nbsp; If it sinks down to $100 - sell you children and BUY! BUY! BUY!” a user&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/DeeBreeze/message/646641153">said</a> in a lighter vein, covering the bullish view. “The chart history tells all.”<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/BABA">Alibaba shares</a> hit a record high of $192.67 on Oct. 2 and have cumulatively gained 73% in 2025. Wednesday’s selloff average trading volume nearly double to 14.3 million.&nbsp;Another user&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/JensenNVDA/message/646647012">said</a> that the long-term risk in the stock appeared manageable. On the other side of the debate, traders voiced frustration over the selloff, warning that a weak earnings report, if it materializes, could push the stock significantly lower.“Why so weak?“&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/tinsam81/message/646638038">asked</a> a trader, while another&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/Kylea1/message/646645851">called</a> BABA a “cancer to my portfolio.”<h2 class="st-heading-2">BABA Analysts Remain Upbeat</h2>Earlier this week, Goldman Sachs upgraded its rating on Alibaba to ‘Conviction Buy’ from ‘Buy,’ and set a price target of $186. The target implies an upside of about 40%.Alibaba’s continued pole position in AI and cloud services in China, and improving profits in the core e-commerce business, is driving conviction, the investment research firm said in its note.&nbsp;&nbsp;Meanwhile, noted tech investor Cathie Wood’s Ark Invest&nbsp;The majority of analysts remain upbeat. At least 37 of the 42 covering the stock have a ‘Buy’ or higher rating on BABA, two recommend hold, and one recommends a ‘Strong Sell,’ according to Koyfin data. Their average price target of $198.95 implies a nearly 50% upside from the stock’s last close.For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.&nbsp;

In this photo illustration, a person holds a smartphone displaying the logo of Alibaba Group Holding Limited (NYSE: BABA; HKEX: 9988), on August 26, 2025, in Chongqing, China.

When Is Alibaba Q3 Earnings? Retail Hunts For Clues But Stays Bullish Even As Stock Nears Worst Streak in Years

Alibaba stock has lost over 13% in the past week, and is now down 31% from its peak in early October 2025.

BABA, BIDU, JD To Dip In New York Today? Hang Seng Sinks As US–Iran Conflict Rattles Chinese Tech

Monday’s moves, triggered by a significant military escalation between the U.S. and Iran, added to the sharp selloff in Chinese tech stocks in recent months.

What Lies Ahead for China ETFs in the New Year of the Horse?

China ETFs enter the Year of the Horse with cheap valuations, AI momentum and policy support, but property woes, weak consumption and geopolitics may keep volatility elevated.

Alibaba Stock Climbs Premarket After 6-Day Losing Streak

BABA shares have declined sharply of late, amid a broad selloff in the U.S. markets.

<ul class="summary-bullets"><li>Baidu said its buyback will run through 2028.</li><li>The Chinese internet giant will pay its first-ever dividend this year, though details are pending.</li><li>Stocktwits sentiment for BIDU remained in the ‘bearish’ zone.</li></ul>U.S.-listed shares of Baidu, Inc. jumped nearly 5% in after-hours trading on Wednesday after the Chinese search and internet giant announced its maiden dividend and a fresh buyback plan.Baidu said it expects to pay its first-ever dividend this year, though it will announce the amount and timing later. The company’s board approved a new share repurchase program for up to $5 billion that will run through December 2026.“With our substantial cash reserves and sound financial management capabilities, we aim to create and continuously enhance long-term value for our shareholders through our proactive shareholder return initiatives,” the company said in a&nbsp;<a class="st-link-external" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/baidu-announces-new-share-repurchase-program-and-dividend-policy-302679608.html#:~:text=The%20Board%20has%20authorized%20a,terms%20and%20size%20as%20appropriate.">statement</a>.Baidu’s peer Alibaba approved a $25 billion stock repurchase program in 2024, while Tencent rolled out a plan to buy back $10 billion worth of company shares last year.BIDU drew heavy buzz on Stocktwits late Wednesday, although retail sentiment for the stock continued to track ‘bearish,’ unchanged over the past week.<figure class="image"><img src="https://news.stocktwits-cdn.com/Screenshot_2026_02_05_at_8_18_03_AM_png_82c5f29ba3.webp" alt="Screenshot 2026-02-05 at 8.18.03 AM.png" width="586" height="82"><figcaption>BIDU sentiment and message volume as of February 4 | Source: Stocktwits</figcaption></figure>Several users cheered Baidu’s latest capital return policies. “A $5 billion buyback which is almost 10% of the company mind you and the first ever dividend. This is why you sit tight and be patient and make the big money!” said a user.<stembedurl>https://www.stocktwits.com/BigG75/message/644045704</stembedurl>Another praised Baidu’s new CFO Haijian He, who was&nbsp;<a class="st-link-external" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.reuters.com/technology/baidu-appoints-haijian-he-cfo-2025-07-01/">appointed</a> last July.&nbsp;“Our new CFO has a lot of experience and knows exactly what he’s doing- he will guide BAIDU into the future growth and future market cap it deserves… Baidu's bull market has just begun!” this person said.<stembedurl>https://stocktwits.com/BigG75/message/644047682</stembedurl>The plans come amid a sharp slide in&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/BIDU">Baidu’s shares</a>. The stock has declined for five sessions straight, cumulatively losing about 14%. It has lagged peer Alibaba, whose stock has risen 60% over the past 12 months versus 53% gains in BIDU.For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.

In this photo illustration, the Baidu logo is seen displayed on a smartphone screen. 

Why Did BIDU Stock Jump Nearly 5% After-Hours Today?

Baidu joins peers Alibaba and Tencent in enhancing shareholder returns.

A person holds a smartphone displaying the logo of Alibaba Group. CEO Eddie Wu said the company will increase investment in AI. (Photo by Cheng Xin/Getty Images)

Why Is Alibaba Stock Falling Premarket Today?

Alibaba was one of the favourites among Chinese stocks last year, before its price retreated at the fag end.

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