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Travelzoo (TZOO)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
11/13/2025: TZOO (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Number of Analysts
4 Analysts rated it
Very few follow this stock; limited insights, higher-risk early investing.
1 Year Target Price $23
1 Year Target Price $23
| 3 | Strong Buy |
| 1 | Buy |
| 0 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 53.27% | Avg. Invested days 40 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  4.0 | Stock Returns Performance  3.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 11/13/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 79.26M USD | Price to earnings Ratio 10.98 | 1Y Target Price 23 |
Price to earnings Ratio 10.98 | 1Y Target Price 23 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 4 | Beta 0.83 | 52 Weeks Range 7.17 - 24.85 | Updated Date 11/14/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 7.17 - 24.85 | Updated Date 11/14/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) 0.66 |
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 2025-10-22 | When - | Estimate 0.19 | Actual 0.01 |
Profitability
Profit Margin 8.83% | Operating Margin (TTM) 2.2% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 14.48% | Return on Equity (TTM) 63.29% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 10.98 | Forward PE 4.55 | Enterprise Value 79178940 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.88 |
Enterprise Value 79178940 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.88 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.88 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 6.82 | Shares Outstanding 10932337 | Shares Floating 6520920 |
Shares Outstanding 10932337 | Shares Floating 6520920 | ||
Percent Insiders 43.49 | Percent Institutions 41.9 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Travelzoo
Company Overview
History and Background
Travelzoo was founded in 1998 as a publisher of travel and entertainment deals. It evolved from a traditional newsletter format to an online platform, connecting consumers with travel companies and local businesses.
Core Business Areas
- Travel Deals: Provides subscribers and website visitors with curated travel deals from various airlines, hotels, tour operators, and cruise lines.
- Local Deals: Offers deals on local experiences, dining, spa treatments, and activities.
- Travelzoo META: An AI-powered search experience allowing users to find and book travel deals directly on the Travelzoo platform.
Leadership and Structure
Holger Bartel serves as the Global CEO. The company operates with a functional organizational structure, including departments such as marketing, sales, technology, and finance.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Travel Deals (Subscription & Website): Curated travel deals sent via email and available on the website. Revenue is generated from commissions on bookings. Competitors include Groupon, LivingSocial, and other deal sites. Estimated users are in the millions, with revenue directly tied to travel booking volume.
- Local Deals (Subscription & Website): Deals on local services and experiences. Revenue comes from commissions. Competitors include Groupon, LivingSocial, and Yelp. Number of users in the millions depending on geography with revenue tied to deal redemptions.
- Travelzoo META: AI powered search tool for deals. Competitors include Google Flights, Kayak, Expedia, and other OTAs. Market share in this area is currently smaller but projected to grow.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The travel and leisure industry is highly competitive, with many online travel agencies (OTAs), metasearch engines, and direct suppliers vying for customers. The industry is subject to economic cycles, travel trends, and geopolitical events.
Positioning
Travelzoo positions itself as a curator of high-quality travel and local deals, differentiating itself from aggregators by focusing on deal selection and quality. Its competitive advantages include its brand reputation and subscriber base.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global online travel market is estimated to be in the trillions of dollars. Travelzoo is positioned to capture a small but significant portion of this TAM by focusing on premium travel experiences and personalized recommendations.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Strong brand recognition
- Large subscriber base
- Curated deal selection
- High-quality deals
Weaknesses
- Reliance on travel partners
- Vulnerability to economic downturns
- Competition from larger OTAs
- Fluctuating marketing expenses
Opportunities
- Expansion into new markets
- Development of new travel products
- Partnerships with luxury brands
- Increased personalization and AI integration
Threats
- Economic recession
- Changes in travel trends
- Increased competition
- Geopolitical instability
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- GPRO
- TRIP
- BKNG
- EXPE
Competitive Landscape
Travelzoo's competitive advantage lies in its curated deal selection and brand reputation. However, it faces competition from larger OTAs with greater marketing budgets and broader product offerings.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historical growth rates are calculated based on revenue and profit data over the past years, as reported in financial statements.
Future Projections: Future growth projections are based on analyst estimates available from financial news and research providers.
Recent Initiatives: Recent strategic initiatives are identified from press releases, investor presentations, and company announcements.
Summary
Travelzoo is a niche player in the travel industry with a strong brand and curated deals. While it faces competition from larger OTAs, its focus on quality and personalized recommendations gives it an edge. Success hinges on expanding its market reach and leveraging new technologies to enhance user experience. Travelzoo should monitor economic trends and competitive pressures.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
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- Company Press Releases
- Investor Presentations
- Financial News Articles (e.g., Yahoo Finance, Bloomberg, Reuters)
- Analyst Reports
Disclaimers:
The information provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Market share data is estimated and may not be precise. The AI-based rating is based on a general analysis and should not be the sole basis for investment decisions.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
About Travelzoo
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters New York, NY, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2002-08-28 | Global CEO & Director Mr. Holger Bartel Ph.D. | ||
Sector Communication Services | Industry Internet Content & Information | Full time employees 227 | Website https://www.travelzoo.com |
Full time employees 227 | Website https://www.travelzoo.com | ||
Travelzoo, together with its subsidiaries, operates as an Internet media company that provides travel, entertainment, and local experiences worldwide. It operates in four segments: Travelzoo North America, Travelzoo Europe, Jack's Flight Club, and New Initiatives. The company offers Travelzoo website, Travelzoo Top 20 email newsletters, Standalone email newsletters, Travelzoo Network, Travelzoo mobile applications, Jack's Flight Club website, Jack's Flight Club mobile applications, and Jack's Flight Club newsletters. The company's Travelzoo website and newsletters include local deals and getaways listings that allow members to purchase vouchers for offers from local businesses, such as spas, hotels, and restaurants; Jack's Flight Club, a subscription service that provides members with information about exceptional airfares; and Travelzoo Network, a network of third-party websites that list travel deals published by the company. It serves airlines, hotels, cruise lines, vacations packagers, tour operators, destinations, car rental companies, travel agents, theater and performing arts groups, restaurants, spas, and activity companies. Travelzoo was incorporated in 1998 and is headquartered in New York, New York.
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