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Sabre Corpo (SABR)

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Upturn Advisory Summary

08/28/2025: SABR (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

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Not Recommended Performance

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Number of Analysts

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7 Analysts rated it

Limited analyst coverage, niche firm, research info may be scarce.

1 Year Target Price $2.76

1 Year Target Price $2.76

Analysts Price Target For last 52 week
$2.76 Target price
52w Low $1.71
Current$1.79
52w High $4.63

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -48.6%
Avg. Invested days 27
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Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 706.18M USD
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 2.76
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 2.76
Volume (30-day avg) 7
Beta 1.47
52 Weeks Range 1.71 - 4.63
Updated Date 08/29/2025
52 Weeks Range 1.71 - 4.63
Updated Date 08/29/2025
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) -0.9

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Revenue by Geography

Geography revenue - Year on Year

Earnings Date

Report Date 2025-07-30
When Before Market
Estimate 0.0167
Actual -0.02

Profitability

Profit Margin -11.91%
Operating Margin (TTM) 12.97%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 5.04%
Return on Equity (TTM) -737.41%

Valuation

Trailing PE -
Forward PE 25.58
Enterprise Value 5319680747
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.23
Enterprise Value 5319680747
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.23
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.77
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 15.19
Shares Outstanding 394513984
Shares Floating 368263397
Shares Outstanding 394513984
Shares Floating 368263397
Percent Insiders 3.2
Percent Institutions 96.29

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Sabre Corpo

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Company Overview

overview logo History and Background

Sabre Corporation was founded in 1960 by American Airlines as a joint venture with IBM, creating the first computerized reservation system (CRS). Initially named Semi-Automated Business Research Environment, it revolutionized airline booking. Sabre separated from American Airlines in 2000 and became a publicly traded company in 2007. It has since expanded its services beyond airlines to hotels, car rentals, and other travel-related businesses.

business area logo Core Business Areas

  • Travel Solutions: This segment provides global distribution system (GDS) services, connecting travel suppliers (airlines, hotels, car rental companies) with travel agencies and corporations. It facilitates booking and management of travel arrangements.
  • Hospitality Solutions: This segment offers software and solutions for hotels and resorts, including property management systems (PMS), central reservation systems (CRS), and revenue management solutions.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

Sean Menke serves as the CEO of Sabre. The company has a typical corporate structure with various departments led by senior vice presidents and executive vice presidents, reporting to the CEO. The Board of Directors provides oversight and strategic guidance.

Top Products and Market Share

overview logo Key Offerings

  • Sabre GDS: Sabre's Global Distribution System (GDS) is a primary product connecting travel providers with travel agencies globally. Sabre holds approximately 30% market share in the GDS market. Competitors include Amadeus and Travelport. Revenue is heavily influenced by global travel volume and transaction fees.
  • SynXis: SynXis is a suite of hospitality solutions, including a central reservation system (CRS), property management system (PMS), and revenue management tools for hotels. Market share data for SynXis specifically is less readily available, but it competes with other major PMS providers such as Oracle Hospitality (Micros) and Amadeus.

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The travel technology industry is currently recovering from the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. Key trends include increased demand for personalized travel experiences, the adoption of cloud-based solutions, and the growing importance of data analytics for revenue optimization.

Positioning

Sabre is a leading provider of travel technology solutions, positioned as a key intermediary between travel suppliers and travel buyers. Its competitive advantages include its extensive network of travel agencies, its comprehensive suite of products, and its strong brand recognition.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The total addressable market for travel technology is estimated to be in the tens of billions of dollars annually. Sabre is well-positioned to capture a significant portion of this market through its GDS and hospitality solutions. Sabre is pursuing opportunities in areas like personalized travel planning and ancillary services to further expand its TAM.

Upturn SWOT Analysis

Strengths

  • Global brand recognition
  • Extensive network of travel agencies
  • Comprehensive suite of travel technology solutions
  • Long-standing relationships with travel suppliers
  • Technological expertise

Weaknesses

  • Dependence on the travel industry, which is subject to economic cycles and external events
  • Complex legacy systems
  • High operating costs
  • Intense competition

Opportunities

  • Growing demand for personalized travel experiences
  • Expansion into new markets
  • Adoption of cloud-based solutions
  • Development of new products and services
  • Strategic partnerships and acquisitions

Threats

  • Economic downturns
  • Geopolitical instability
  • Technological disruption
  • Increased competition from online travel agencies (OTAs) and direct booking channels
  • Data security breaches

Competitors and Market Share

competitor logo Key Competitors

  • Amadeus (AMS.MC)
  • Travelport (Private)
  • Oracle (ORCL)

Competitive Landscape

Sabre competes with other GDS providers, hospitality technology vendors, and emerging technology companies. Its advantages include its global network and comprehensive suite of products. Its disadvantages include its complex legacy systems and high operating costs.

Major Acquisitions

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  • Year: 2019
  • Acquisition Price (USD millions): 360
  • Strategic Rationale: Expanded Sabre's low-cost carrier (LCC) offerings, targeting the growing segment of budget airlines.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: Sabre's historical growth has been influenced by the overall growth of the travel industry and its ability to capture market share. The COVID-19 pandemic significantly impacted Sabre's revenue and profitability.

Future Projections: Future growth projections depend on the recovery of the travel industry, Sabre's ability to innovate and adapt to changing market conditions, and its success in executing its strategic initiatives. Refer to analyst reports for specific revenue and earnings forecasts.

Recent Initiatives: Recent strategic initiatives include investments in cloud-based solutions, partnerships with technology companies, and expansion into new markets.

Summary

Sabre is a major player in the travel technology space, but it faces challenges in a dynamic market. Its GDS business is a core strength, but it needs to modernize its technology and diversify its revenue streams. The company needs to capitalize on the recovery of the travel industry and compete effectively against larger players like Amadeus. A successful transformation towards SaaS and cloud-based solutions is critical. Sabre needs to manage its debt and improve its profitability.

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Sources and Disclaimers

Data Sources:

  • SEC Filings
  • Company Website
  • Industry Reports
  • Analyst Reports
  • Press Releases

Disclaimers:

This analysis is based on publicly available information and is for informational purposes only. It does not constitute financial advice. Market conditions and company performance can change rapidly, and past performance is not indicative of future results. Consult with a qualified financial advisor before making any investment decisions.

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About Sabre Corpo

Exchange NASDAQ
Headquaters Southlake, TX, United States
IPO Launch date 2014-04-17
CEO, President & Director Mr. Kurt J. Ekert
Sector Technology
Industry Software - Infrastructure
Full time employees 6253
Full time employees 6253

Sabre Corporation, together with its subsidiaries, operates as a software and technology company for travel industry in the United States, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and internationally. It operates in two segments, Travel Solutions and Hospitality Solutions. The Travel Solutions segment operates a business-to-business travel marketplace that offers travel content, such as inventory, prices, and availability from a range of travel suppliers, including airlines, hotels, car rental brands, rail carriers, cruise lines, and tour operators with a network of travel buyers comprising online and offline travel agencies, travel management companies, and corporate travel departments. This segment also provides a portfolio of software technology products and solutions through software-as-a-service (SaaS) and hosted delivery models to airlines and other travel suppliers. Its products include reservation systems for carriers, commercial and operations products, agency solutions, and data-driven intelligence solutions, as well as SabreMosaic, a proprietary offer and order retailing platform for airlines that enables airlines to create, sell, and deliver personalized content to travelers. The Hospitality Solutions segment provides software and solutions to hoteliers through SaaS and hosted delivery models. Sabre Corporation was incorporated in 2006 and is headquartered in Southlake, Texas.