BABA(HK:09988) 智通财经网·2025-09-19 07:33Core Insights - Alibaba's Gaode Map has launched the "Gaode Street Ranking," and within 10 days, Taobao Flash Sale and Ele.me will introduce a merchant group buying service, prioritizing dining group purchases [1] - The group buying service will start on September 20 in Shanghai, Shenzhen, and Jiaxing, targeting major commercial areas, with plans to expand to first- and second-tier cities nationwide [1] - The service aims to leverage the peak order day of Taobao Flash Sale's instant delivery service, coinciding with the Golden Week holiday traffic surge [1] Company Initiatives - Taobao Flash Sale and Ele.me will offer the same group buying deals across three major platforms: Taobao, Alipay, and Gaode, maximizing traffic within Alibaba's ecosystem [1] - The initial group buying categories will include high-frequency consumer items such as beverages, Chinese cuisine, pastries, fast food, and local snacks [1] - Notable brands participating in the initial rollout include national chains like Nayuki Tea and Domino's Pizza, as well as local brands like Xunxiangji and Xuji Seafood [1]