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Expedia Group Inc.(EXPE)

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4-STAR RATING
PASS
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$274.22
10/09/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for EXPE

10/09/2026: EXPE (4-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

Expedia Group Inc. is a major player in the online travel industry, managing a global portfolio of brands that include Expedia, Hotels.com, and Vrbo. Its primary strength lies in its expansive travel inventory and growing B2B technology segment, which provides diversified, stable revenue. The investment story centers on the company’s ongoing transition to a unified technology platform, intended to improve operational efficiency and boost long-term margins. However, Expedia faces significant risks from intense competition, evolving search engine dynamics, and cyclical economic sensitivity. The stock may suit investors looking for exposure to the digital travel market, though the lack of a dividend and high volatility suggest a focus on growth and cyclical recovery.

How to Read the Upturn Advisory

The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.

Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitExpedia offers growth through digital travel expansion, but faces significant competition and market saturation.
Momentum investorStrong fit while signal remains positiveThe stock can exhibit strong price trends during travel recovery cycles or operational turnaround successes.
Value investorMixed fitValuation fluctuates based on cyclical economic factors, making entry timing critical.
Dividend investorWeak fitThe company does not provide a reliable dividend stream, focusing instead on growth and share buybacks.
Low-risk investorWeak fitHigh sensitivity to global economic health and consumer spending makes this a volatile holding.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityHighThe stock is highly sensitive to travel demand shifts and economic reports.
Valuation riskMediumMarket expectations for growth must be balanced against high competition.
Competition risk (Digital/Platform)HighThe market is heavily influenced by major search engines and direct-booking competitors.
Business qualityMedium / highThe company has a strong brand network but faces consistent margin pressure.
Dividend incomeLow / noneInvestors should not rely on the stock for regular income.
Execution riskMediumComplex multi-brand platforms require constant technological upkeep.

Price Behavior

Rolling Over
PRICE PATH

Rolling Over

The price momentum is slowing down and beginning to turn downward.

Choppy
PRICE STABILITY

Choppy

The stock has experienced frequent reversals and pronounced short-term price swings.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 67.73%
Avg. Invested days 53
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
EXPE receives a 4-star rating, supported by strong unit economics, solid company fundamentals, and strong analyst coverage. The rating is constrained by weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
EXPE has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with solid financial health, moderate growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, moderate earnings growth (+4.9%) and strong cash generation (FCF margin 21.1%) are partially offset by moderate revenue growth (+7.6%), soft profitability (net margin 8.8%), very low insider ownership of 0.61%.

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
EXPE's financial health is supported by strong cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation of $3.1B (21.1% of revenue). Liquidity is moderate (3 stars), which helps explain the 4-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Free-cash-flow growth is EXPE's strongest growth driver at +33.5% FY2025 versus FY2024 (solid, 4 stars). Revenue growth (+7.6%, moderate) and earnings growth (+4.9%, moderate) are also constructive, though not equally high across every growth measure.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 108.6% and approximately 99.2% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership is only 0.61%, which materially reduces the ownership score.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 8.56%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 6.23%
Vanguard Portfolio Management, LLC 4.84%
State Street Corp 4.73%
Geode Capital Management, LLC 3.32%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
EXPE generates approximately $901 of gross profit, $147 of operating income, and $211 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Solid margins, cash conversion, and capital efficiency support the rating.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 18.23%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
EXPE has a high-quality, large-cap, liquid profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback, while elevated volatility.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedQuality TiltHigh VolatilityLarge / Mega Cap StabilityShort Squeeze RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Large-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 32.91B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 17.13
1Y Target Price 336.14
Price to earnings Ratio 17.13
1Y Target Price 336.14
Volume (30-day avg) 2.1M shares
Beta 1.36
52 Weeks Range 184.28 - 341.51
Updated Date 10/11/2026
52 Weeks Range 184.28 - 341.51
Updated Date 10/11/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 0.65%
Basic EPS (TTM) 16.01

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
B2C Travel BookingCommissions and fees from hotels, flights, and activities on Expedia, Hotels.com, and Vrbo.The company earns a percentage of the total transaction value when travelers book via their sites.
B2B Technology ServicesFees from providing travel inventory, tools, and booking technology to third-party business partners.This is a growing, more stable revenue stream that powers other companies' travel bookings.
Advertising/MediaTravel-related media and advertising placements on its various platforms.The company monetizes the high traffic on its sites through targeted travel marketing.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

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Revenue by Geography

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Valuation

Trailing PE 17.13
Forward PE 11.29
Enterprise Value 29.65B
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.1
Enterprise Value 29.65B
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.1
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.08
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 8.86
Shares Outstanding 114.50M
Shares Floating 113.55M
Shares Outstanding 114.50M
Shares Floating 113.55M
Percent Insiders 0.61
Percent Institutions 108.6

Financial Metrics

🧭 Investment Snapshot

Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

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Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

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📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

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EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

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Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

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🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

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Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

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Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

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🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

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Total Assets (Asset Base)

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Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

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⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

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Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

Information icon Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.

Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

Information icon Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.

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