Expedia Surges 1.33% on $800M Volume Spike, Jumps to 132nd in Market Activity

Expedia (EXPE) surged 1.33% on August 7, 2025, with a trading volume of $0.8 billion, marking a 141.37% increase from the previous day and ranking 132th in market activity. The stock’s momentum followed a strategic upgrade in its full-year revenue and gross booking forecasts, driven by a rebound in U.S. travel demand and robust quarterly performance.

The company raised its 2025 guidance to a 3-5% growth range for both gross bookings and revenue, up from 2-4%. This revision reflected stronger-than-expected second-quarter results, including a 5% year-over-year rise in gross bookings to $30.4 billion and a 6% revenue increase to $3.79 billion. Adjusted earnings per share hit $4.24, exceeding analyst estimates of $4.10. CEO Ariane Gorin highlighted a "notable uptick in travel demand since July," signaling sustained consumer interest despite earlier softness in the U.S. market.

Analysts noted that Expedia’s performance aligned with broader trends in the travel sector, where companies like United Airlines and Wyndham Hotels also reported improved U.S. demand. The firm attributed its success to B2B and advertising growth, alongside operational progress. However, investors remain cautious about macroeconomic uncertainties, including potential impacts from international travel dynamics and broader market volatility.

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