Discussion Post
• Describe dual-class share structure. Is Alibaba's (ALB) ‘partnership structure" different from dual-class share structure? Deas "voting premium" mean that "minority" shareholders are losing money?
• Why do NYSE and NASDAQ allow dual-class share structure while HKEx does not?
• If you were Charles Li, what would you do?
• What are the pros and cons of listing in Hong Kong versus New York? If you were Jack Ma, where would you list? Under what conditions?
• What is your valuation of Alibaba?
• When is the optimal time for Alibaba to go public?
The response should include a reference list. Using double-space, Times New Roman 12 pnt font, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.