Alibaba delivers 80 million orders in 1 day amid price war
South China Morning Post - TechMonday, July 14, 2025 at 7:00:25 AM
Alibaba just matched its own record by delivering a staggering 80 million orders in a single day over the weekend. The e-commerce titan is locked in a fierce price war with competitors like Meituan and JD.com, throwing around freebies and deep discounts to win over China’s booming quick-delivery market. Its new service, Taobao Shangou, also saw a 15% spike in daily users last week—hinting at serious momentum, even though exact numbers weren’t shared.
Editor’s Note: This isn’t just about big numbers—it’s a snapshot of how cutthroat China’s on-demand delivery scene has become. Alibaba’s aggressive discounts and growth suggest they’re pulling out all the stops to dominate, which could mean cheaper, faster service for consumers (good news!) but also tighter margins for companies (less good for them). For shoppers, it’s a win—for now.
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