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Singles’ Day sales set new record

Alibaba launched Singles’ Day shopping festival eight years ago. This year’s sales are set to hit a record US$25.3b on its e-commerce platforms. 

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Alibaba launched Singles’ Day shopping festival eight years ago. This year’s sales are set to hit a record US$25.3b on its e-commerce platforms.  ...02:28
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