FTC implements rule to ban hidden fees in live-event ticketing and short-term lodging

The FTC's new Junk Fees Rule prohibits deceptive pricing in live-event ticketing and short-term lodging, promoting transparency and saving consumers billions in hidden fees.

Booking Holdings says inflation still affecting US travel plans

American consumers are delaying vacation planning, while Europeans book earlier. Luxury travel thrives in the US, but inflation impacts lower-income groups. Optimism remains for future travel trends.

Baird starts Expedia and Booking with ‘outperform’ amid strong travel demand

Expedia faces threat from tepid growth in 2025, Deutsche Bank says after downgrade

Expedia's Q3 results show mixed bookings and revenue, with analysts downgrading to Hold, citing tepid growth impacting 2025 earnings potential despite a slight target price increase.

Expedia earnings beat by $0.08, revenue fell short of estimates

Expedia surpassed EPS estimates for Q3 at $6.13, but missed revenue expectations. The stock is up significantly over the past year, signaling strong financial health.

Morning Bid: Fed and BOE decide as US House awaited, Germany jarred

Global markets reacted positively to Trump's election, with rising stocks and bond yields, anticipation of central bank rate cuts, and political uncertainties affecting forecasts.

Booking Holdings, Expedia Group face slowing travel headwinds amid wary consumers

Booking Holdings and Expedia face slower travel growth due to cost-conscious consumers. Analysts anticipate mid-single-digit revenue growth through 2025 while implementing strategic initiatives for improvement.

Budapest district votes on banning short-term rentals

Budapest is holding a referendum to potentially ban short-term rentals, sparked by concerns over housing affordability and quality of life amid rising tourism.

Earnings call: Expedia Group highlights B2B growth and strategy

Expedia Group's earnings call highlights B2B growth, with $25 billion in bookings for 2023, while addressing challenges in B2C and emphasizing investment in technology and supply.