Core Insights - Webuy Global Ltd. has appointed Mr. Heng Wee Koon as Independent Director and Chair of the Compensation Committee, highlighting his strategic value to the company [1][4] - Mr. Heng has over 25 years of leadership experience in mergers and acquisitions, financial advisory, and corporate governance, currently serving as Lead Independent Director at Hyphens Pharma International Ltd. [2] - His previous roles include Partner at KPMG Advisory LLP and founder of Acelyr M&A and Acelyr Advisory, bringing deep expertise to Webuy's Board as the company continues its rapid growth [3] Company Overview - Webuy Global Ltd. is a technology-driven company focused on transforming community e-commerce and travel in Southeast Asia, utilizing predictive AI and personalized recommendations [5] - The company enhances its group-buy model and offers curated travel itineraries supported by its proprietary AI Travel Consultant, aiming to improve the lives of millions in the region [5]

商报讯(记者吕文鹃)阿里巴巴又有一项新变动。 6月23日，阿里巴巴集团CEO吴泳铭发布全员邮件，宣布即日起，饿了么、飞猪合并入阿里中国电商事 业群。范禹(花名)继续担任饿了么董事长兼CEO，向蒋凡汇报。南天(花名)继续担任飞猪CEO，向蒋凡 汇报。饿了么飞猪继续保持公司化管理模式，业务决策执行上与中国电商事业群集中目标、统一作战。 这一新变动标志着阿里电商平台开始向大消费平台转变。 阿里官宣重大业务调整涉及旗下旅行、即时零售板块 对于此次调整，吴泳铭在全员邮件中说，"这是我们从电商平台走向大消费平台的战略升级。未来，我 们将更多从用户角度出发优化整合业务模式和组织形态，为用户创造更丰富优质的生活消费体验。" 去年11月21日，阿里宣布成立阿里电商事业群，任命蒋凡担任CEO。该电商事业群全面整合淘宝天猫集 团、国际数字商业集团以及1688、闲鱼等电商业务，形成覆盖国内外全产业链的业务集群。继几大业务 并入电商事业群后，饿了么与飞猪的回归也被视为阿里向大消费平台转变的标志。 阿里将旗下旅游平台并入了被委以重任的阿里电商事业群，也让许多人联想到了上周刚刚官宣入局酒旅 的京东。上周三，在618大促即将收官的当日，京东 ...

Travel Industry Overview - Travel industry is experiencing a turbulent period due to macro uncertainty, but there's cautious optimism in the lodging sector [1] - Forward bookings have paused for about four months, around Liberation Day [3] - The 30-day booking window has decreased to approximately 20 days, indicating last-minute booking trends [3] - Luxury travel is holding up, while weakness is observed at the lower end [4] - Inbound tourism from Mexico and Canada remains weak, potentially due to a weaker dollar [5] International Travel Impact - International travelers account for a low to mid-single-digit percentage (3-5%) of US hotel stays, but certain resorts and gateway cities have a higher percentage [7] - Fewer outbound travels from Americans are expected, with more domestic holidays [8] - Inbound travel, characterized by longer stays, is expected to decline through the rest of 2025 [9] Lodging Stock Picks and Strategy - Hyatt is the top lodging pick, with a "buy" rating despite being down this year and over the past 12 months [9] - Hyatt is in the "fifth or sixth inning" of becoming asset-light, similar to Marriott and Hilton [11] - Hyatt is focusing on wellness and luxury customers, particularly in North America [12] - Hyatt has the biggest pipeline of new properties compared to its competitors [13] - Marriott and Hilton are rated neutral because their upside is already captured, and a resurgence in travel fundamentals is needed for further growth [14] - Hyatt is expected to close an acquisition of a Caribbean Mexican all-inclusive company for over $1 billion [15]

Core Viewpoint - Artificial intelligence (AI) is playing an increasingly important role in reshaping urban management and promoting sustainable regional economic development in Shanghai [1][10]. Policy and Government Initiatives - Shanghai has introduced a series of policies to support smart city construction and AI technology development, providing a broad space for AI applications in smart cities and guiding the intelligent upgrade of urban management systems [1]. - The Xuhui District government has launched six AI governance scenarios covering urban infrastructure, safety management, and industrial services, integrating technologies such as AI models, blockchain, and digital twins [7]. Industry Developments - China Mobile Shanghai has initiated a dual 10G AI capability upgrade action and established an "AI Cooperation Alliance" to promote the "AI+" action plan, enhancing digital transformation across various industries [3]. - Didi Enterprise has launched an "AI+ One-stop" business travel solution, introducing AI technology to address industry pain points such as fragmented travel processes and cost control [3][5]. Technological Applications - The AI Xiaodi travel assistant integrates multiple capabilities, including itinerary planning, multi-category recommendations, and in-trip services, streamlining the business travel booking process [5]. - The Shanghai LEGO Park is implementing a digital ecological management system to monitor operational dynamics and provide real-time data for effective management [7]. Digital Transformation and Smart Governance - Shanghai's digital transformation is driven by AI technology, enhancing the efficiency of government services and fostering a vibrant digital economy [10]. - The city has developed a comprehensive urban intelligent management platform that has undergone multiple upgrades, supporting over 80 application scenarios for daily, special, and emergency operations [9].

出海四小龙 「Going Global 出海周报」 是创业邦推出的出海系列栏目，旨在为出海领域的创业者和投资人精选 出海大事件、海外大公司、投融资消息，本篇为栏目第 287 篇报道。 整理丨赵晓晓 本周（ 202 4 . 06 . 09 - 2025.06.15 ）出海大事件包括 ： TikTok Shop 美国业务由中国高管接管； TikTok 宣布在英国扩大投资； TikTok Shop 东 南亚站点放宽入驻政策， GMV 泰国超越美国； Temu 美区全托管或将恢复上架；速卖通在中东卖车；京东物流进军沙特：已开启配送，当地招募上千人 团队；携程 CEO 孙洁：未来 3-5 年海外收入占比目标翻倍；韩国时尚电商 Musinsa 拟进军中国和日本市场； Grab ：目前没在同 GoTo 谈合并 等。 TikTok Shop 美国业务由中国高管接管 TikTok 宣布在英国扩大投资 TikTok 宣布将在英国扩大投资，包括在伦敦设立新办事处、扩大业务规模并新增就业岗位。 声明称， TikTok 英国员工人数今年将增至 3000 人，新增 500 多个工作岗位。 据报道， TikTok 正在伦敦巴比肯投资新建办 ...

Travel Trends - Price Line's research team coined the term "town sizing," indicating a trend where consumers seek quieter destinations and hometown experiences in smaller markets [3][4] - While smaller markets gain traction, major entertainment hubs like Orlando, New York, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle, and San Diego remain popular [5][6] - Consumers prioritize summer vacations, adapting their travel patterns based on restrictions and costs [7] - Interest in longer vacations overseas, particularly to Asia (Japan) and Europe (Rome, Paris, London), continues into 2025 [8] - Travelers are exploring more affordable international destinations like Manila, Seoul, Prague, Istanbul, and Berlin, where five-star hotels can be found for under $200, and sometimes close to $100 per night [9][10] International Travel - Inbound travel to the US from Canada has decreased due to tariff policies, leading Canadians to seek alternative destinations like Mexico [11][12] - There has been a slight reduction in traffic coming into the US from Europe [13] Booking Tips - Flexibility in travel dates (shifting a day or two) can significantly reduce flight costs [14] - Price comparison and open-mindedness regarding destinations are recommended to find better deals [15] - Flight prices for overseas travel are favorable due to increased inventory [15][16] - Price Line offers products like Express Deals to help consumers find great value [17]

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Investment Rating - The report assigns an "Attractive" investment rating to the Internet industry in North America [2]. Core Insights - Internet stocks experienced a decline of 1% last week, with notable movements in major companies such as META and AMZN, both down by 2%, while GOOGL saw a slight increase of 1% [2][10]. - The delay of Trump's proposed 50% tariffs on the EU, originally set for June 1 and now postponed to July 9, impacted market performance negatively in the latter part of the week [2]. - The report highlights significant price movements for specific companies, with RDDT down 11%, ABNB down 8%, and U down 9% [2]. Summary by Sections Market Performance - The overall market performance for Internet names was a decline of 1%, with the S&P 500 and NASDAQ indices falling by 3% and 2% respectively [10]. - The market-cap weighted average for digital ads showed a slight decline of 0.3%, while e-commerce saw a decrease of 2.1% [5]. Company Valuations - Valuations for major companies are as follows: AMZN at 28X, GOOGL at 17X, and META at 23X for 2026 EPS, reflecting changes of -9%, -11%, and +4% compared to the trailing twelve months average [2]. - The report provides a comprehensive comparison of various companies' market caps, EV, and multiples, indicating a range of valuations across the sector [4]. Price Movements - The report details the price movements of key players, with AMZN and GOOGL showing short interest percentages of 0.7% and 1.2% respectively, while META had a short interest of 1.4% [7]. - The one-week price performance for selected companies indicates a mixed trend, with some companies like PTON showing a significant increase of 19.4% while others like RDDT faced a decline of 11% [5][7].

Singapore, May 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Webuy Global Ltd. (Nasdaq: WBUY), a forward-thinking, technology-driven e-commerce and travel platform in Southeast Asia, today announced that the Company has been successfully reinstated on the Nasdaq Capital Market (“Nasdaq”), effective May 8, 2025. The relisting follows confirmation from Nasdaq that the Company has regained compliance with the minimum bid price requirement under Rule 5550(a)(2). Webuy’s return to Nasdaq  is a pivotal milestone in its broader tu ...

Singapore, April 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Webuy Global Ltd. (OTC: WBUY), a technology-driven community e-commerce and travel platform in South East Asia, today announces that on April 22, 2025, the Company filed its 2024 annual report (Form 20-F) with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. The report is available at www.sec.gov and the Company's investor relations website. Webuy Global Ltd. is a forward-thinking, technology-driven company aimed at becoming the leading e- commerce and travel platfo ...