Booking Holdings Tumbles 0.56% as $0.85B Volume Ranks 103rd in Daily Liquidity Amid Mixed Institutional Ownership Shifts

Booking Holdings Inc. (BKNG) fell 0.56% on August 15, 2025, with a trading volume of $0.85 billion, ranking 103rd in daily liquidity. The stock’s decline followed a mixed institutional ownership update, as Sienna Gestion reduced its stake by 9.9% in Q1, while other investors added modest positions. Institutional ownership now stands at 92.42%, reflecting strong long-term confidence despite short-term volatility.

Recent news highlighted Booking’s strategic initiatives, including the launch of a new credit card to streamline travel rewards, aiming to enhance customer engagement. Additionally, analysts emphasized AI-driven innovations and alternative accommodations as growth drivers in Q2, though slower travel demand concerns lingered. Institutional activity remained active, with Alpine Bank Wealth Management and North Capital Inc. purchasing stakes worth $41,000 to $46,000 each in Q1.

The company announced a quarterly dividend of $9.60 per share, yielding 0.7% and maintaining a sustainable payout ratio of 26.71%. Analysts reiterated varied price targets, ranging from $5,550 to $6,500, with a consensus “Moderate Buy” rating. Insider transactions included a 3.66% reduction in CEO Glenn Fogel’s holdings, valued at $5.77 million, amid broader insider sales totaling $16.96 million over three months.

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