Expedia Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:EXPE) is included among the 15 Best Stocks to Buy for Medium Term.
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On November 17, Mizuho analyst Lloyd Walmsley raised the firm’s price target on Expedia Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:EXPE) to $270 from $240 while maintaining a Neutral rating on the shares, according to a report by The Fly. He noted that the company delivered a strong earnings report and guided for mid- to high-single-digit sales growth in Q4, along with further margin expansion in 2026. Mizuho views Expedia’s risk/reward as balanced at current levels.
In fiscal Q4 2025, Expedia Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:EXPE) reported revenue of just over $4.4 billion, up 9% year-over-year and above the Wall Street consensus of $4.3 billion. Earnings came in at $7.57 per share, 23% higher than a year ago and 9% above the $6.95 estimate. Booked room nights grew 11% year-over-year, the fastest pace in more than three years, driven largely by business-to-business sales.
Margins expanded by more than 2 points in the quarter, supported by operational discipline and volume leverage. The company also highlighted that AI offers an opportunity to significantly improve efficiency and effectiveness over time.
Expedia Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:EXPE) is a global travel company operating a portfolio of online travel brands, including Expedia.com, Hotels.com, and Vrbo, providing a wide range of booking services for both consumers and businesses.
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