Alibaba ADRs Dip Amid Analyst Downgrade Despite AI Expansion
Alibaba's American depositary receipts (ADRs) fell 0.6% following a recommendation downgrade from US Tiger Securities analyst Bo Pei, who shifted his rating to hold from buy. The MOVE came despite a raised price target of $180 per ADR, up from $145, signaling concerns over short-term downside risk after a recent rally.
The dip contrasts with Alibaba's aggressive push into artificial intelligence, including plans for new data centers and a partnership with a U.S. chipmaker. Pei noted the ADRs' previous discount to U.S. tech peers has evaporated, removing a key investor appeal.