Insight ReportInsights from China: Alibaba Invests in STO Express, Accelerating the Logistics Race Coresight Research March 21, 2019 Executive SummaryIn our weekly series Insights from China, we examine issues that affect international brands and retailers in China. We cover areas such as policy, consumer behavior, consumer sentiment, government regulations and the competitive landscape — as they affect the business operations and future outlook. This week, we look at Alibaba’s recent investments in courier company STO Express and how the logistics race in China has stepped up. Already a subscriber? Log in You are currently viewing a preview of this report. Please select an access option to view the full report. Hide Options - Show Options + Get unlimited access to all our research with one of our subscription plans. View Subscription Plans or Contact us to purchase this report. Contact us ✕ This document was generated for Other research you may be interested in: Holiday Bites—Prime Big Deal Days, Walmart Deals, Target Circle Week and Kohl’s Cyber Deals: Consumer Participation—Data GraphicNRF 2025: Retail’s Big Show: Day One—Agentic AI in Focus for Nvidia; Retail Revolution for Amazon and Macy’sWeekly US Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2026, Week 8: Floor & Decor, Sprouts Farmers Market and The Home Depot Announce Store ExpansionRecent Conference Insights, from World Retail Congress to ICSC Las Vegas: Coresight Research Premium Subscriber Call, June 2025