Expedia Group, Inc. (EXPE) Earns Analyst Attention Following Trip Matching Launch

Expedia Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:EXPE), considered a cheaply priced stock and a top pick among analysts, is included in our list of the 10 Cheap Travel Stocks to Buy According to Analysts.

With its entry into AI-driven, social-first travel planning, Expedia Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:EXPE) is gaining popularity not only among users but also investors.

Trip Matching, which Expedia Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:EXPE) launched on June 12, 2025, is an innovative feature that allows U.S. travelers to turn Instagram reels into bookable itineraries. The users, upon sharing a reel with Expedia, receive the platform’s AI-generated replies with customized ideas, recommendations, and travel tips, which are all ready to book. This feature is promising for the company’s growth, driven by the fact that 80% of millennials use social media for trip inspiration.

Weeks later, Morgan Stanley increased its price target on Expedia Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:EXPE) from $150 to $165 on July 21, 2025. Maintaining an ‘Equal Weight’ rating, the analyst cited a positive macro environment and eased China tariffs.

With brands like Brand Expedia, Hotels.com, Vrbo, Orbitz, Travelocity, and CarRentals.com, Expedia Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:EXPE) operates as a global online travel company. It is included in our list of cheap travel stocks.

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