Expedia Soars 4.08% on Robust Q2 Earnings $1.37 Billion Volume Ranks 56th in Market Activity

Expedia (EXPE) surged 4.08% on August 8, 2025, with a trading volume of $1.37 billion, ranking 56th in market activity. The stock's momentum was driven by robust second-quarter results, including a $4.24 adjusted earnings-per-share figure that surpassed analyst estimates by $0.29. Revenue rose 6% to $3.79 billion, while gross bookings climbed 5% to $30.41 billion. International sales contributed significantly, with non-U.S. revenue jumping 13% to $1.48 billion, outpacing the 3% growth in domestic sales.

CEO Ariane Gorin highlighted the performance as exceeding internal expectations despite a "dynamic environment." The company raised its full-year revenue and gross bookings guidance to a 3%-5% increase range from the prior 2%-4%, while projecting EBITDA margin expansion of 100 basis points. Analysts attributed the stock's strength to sustained B2B and advertising revenue growth, positioning Expedia to capitalize on global demand shifts.

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