Booking Holdings stock had an upbeat Q4 with revenue growth and a new buyback program

From Nasdaq: 2025-02-26 00:26:06

Booking Holdings (NASDAQ: BKNG) stock is up 42% since the start of 2024, outperforming the S&P 500 and Expedia (NASDAQ: EXPE). Q4 2024 saw revenue growth of 14% y-o-y to $5.5 billion, with room nights booked up 13% and adjusted EBITDA rising 26% to $1.8 billion. Forecasted revenues for 2025 are $26.2 billion with EPS at $209.17. A new $20 billion stock buyback program and quarterly dividend increase have been announced.

The growth outlook for Booking Holdings includes a 2-4% y-o-y revenue increase for Q1 2025 and a 5-7% rise in gross bookings. Full-year projections show mid-single-digit percentage growth in revenue and gross bookings, with adjusted EPS increasing in the low double-digit percentage range. Comparisons with peers show strong returns for Booking Holdings compared to the S&P 500 and Trefis Reinforced Value Portfolio.

Booking Holdings’ performance has been volatile over the past four years, with annual returns fluctuating significantly. The Trefis High Quality Portfolio, on the other hand, has shown more stability and outperformed the S&P 500. The company is leveraging AI and technology to enhance efficiency and customer experience, integrating generative AI into its services, and upgrading mobile apps and payment systems for streamlined operations.



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