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Alibaba shares tumble as investors question whether AI spending splurge is justified

Alibaba shares tumble as investors question whether AI spending splurge is justified
MarketWatch Monday 24 August 2026, 09:13 UTC By Jules Rimmer 1 min read
Key Points

The market’s negative reaction to Alibaba’s announcement of a major share issue illustrates a broader skepticism among global investors about the eventual payback on present AI spending

The market’s negative reaction to Alibaba’s announcement of a major share issue illustrates a broader skepticism among global investors about the eventual payback on present AI spending [Image text:] RAI Alibaba ZA 3200 29 89 Tin's
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