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Booking Holdings Inc. (BKNG) Stock

Booking Holdings Inc. Stock Details, Movements and Public Alerts

Stock Details

Booking Holdings Inc. (BKNG), a prominent company in the energy & transportation sector within the transportation services industry, is based in USA and primarily trades on the NASDAQ.Currently, the stock is trading at $5,742.50. Over the past 52 weeks, it has ranged between $3,155.47 and $5,839.41. This places the current price at 98.3% of its 52-week high and 82.0% above its 52-week low. Recent trading volume was recorded at 1,842. The International Securities Identification Number (ISIN) for this stock is US09857L1089.

Market Cap

$185.26B

52-Week High

$5,839.41

-1.66% from high

52-Week Low

$3,155.47

+81.99% from low

Avg Daily Volume

1,842

Fundamentals

Valuation Metrics

P/E Ratio (TTM)

35.46

Above market average

Forward P/E

27.03

Earnings expected to grow

PEG Ratio

1.63

Reasonably valued

Price to Book

34.95

EV/EBITDA

20.16

EPS (TTM)

$160.55

Price to Sales

7.69

Beta

1.41

Similar volatility to market

How is BKNG valued relative to its earnings and growth?
Booking Holdings Inc. trades at a P/E ratio of 35.46, which is above the market average of approximately 20. This premium valuation suggests investors expect above-average growth or the company has competitive advantages justifying the higher multiple. Looking ahead, the forward P/E of 27.03 is lower than the current P/E, indicating analysts expect earnings to grow over the next year. The PEG ratio of 1.63 indicates reasonable value when growth is considered.
What is BKNG's risk profile compared to the market?
With a beta of 1.41, Booking Holdings Inc. is roughly as volatile as the market, moving in line with broad market trends. This moderate beta suggests the stock offers market-level returns without excessive volatility. The price-to-book ratio of 34.95 shows investors value the company above its book value, which often reflects intangible assets or growth prospects.

Performance & Growth

Profit Margin

22.60%

Operating Margin

23.00%

Return on Equity

225.70%

Return on Assets

18.00%

Revenue Growth (YoY)

7.90%

Earnings Growth (YoY)

-55.00%

How profitable and efficient is BKNG's business model?
Booking Holdings Inc. achieves a profit margin of 22.60%, meaning it retains $22.60 from every $100 in revenue after all expenses. This is an impressive margin, indicating strong pricing power and efficient cost management that allows the company to generate substantial profits. The operating margin of 23.00% reveals how efficiently the company runs its core business operations before interest and taxes. With ROE at 225.70% and ROA at 18.00%, the company generates strong returns on invested capital.
What are BKNG's recent growth trends?
Booking Holdings Inc.'s revenue grew by 7.90% year-over-year, showing steady progress in growing the business. This positive trajectory indicates the company maintains competitive positioning in its markets. Earnings decreased by 55.00% year-over-year, reflecting the bottom-line impact of business performance. These growth metrics should be evaluated against TRANSPORTATION SERVICES industry averages for proper context.

Dividend Information

Dividend Per Share

$35.85

Dividend Yield

0.67%

Ex-Dividend Date

6/6/2025

Dividend Date

6/30/2025

What dividend income can investors expect from BKNG?
Booking Holdings Inc. offers a dividend yield of 0.67%, paying $35.85 per share annually. This modest yield below 2% suggests the company prioritizes growth investments over current income. While the dividend provides some return, investors are likely attracted more by capital appreciation potential than income generation. To receive the next dividend, shares must be purchased before the ex-dividend date of 6/6/2025.
How reliable is BKNG's dividend for long-term investors?
The dividend sustainability can be assessed through the payout ratio - Booking Holdings Inc. pays $35.85 per share in dividends against earnings of $160.55 per share, resulting in a payout ratio of 22.33%. This conservative payout below 30% indicates excellent dividend safety with substantial room for future increases. The company retains most earnings for growth while still rewarding shareholders. The next dividend payment is scheduled for 6/30/2025.

Company Size & Market

Shares Outstanding

32.54M

Book Value/Share

-$186.92

Asset Type

Common Stock

What is BKNG's market capitalization and position?
Booking Holdings Inc. has a market capitalization of $185.26B, classifying it as a large-cap stock ($10B-$200B). Large-caps are typically industry leaders with established business models, offering a balance of stability and growth potential. They often provide dividend income and are core holdings in institutional portfolios. With 32.54M shares outstanding, the company's ownership is relatively concentrated. As a major player in the TRANSPORTATION SERVICES industry, it competes with other firms in this sector.
How does BKNG's price compare to its book value?
Booking Holdings Inc.'s book value per share is -$186.92, while the current stock price is $5,742.50, resulting in a price-to-book (P/B) ratio of -30.72. Trading below book value can indicate the market perceives challenges ahead, or it might represent a value opportunity if the assets are quality and earnings can recover. Value investors often screen for P/B ratios below 1.0. As a common stock, this represents equity ownership with voting rights.

Analyst Ratings

Analyst Target Price

$5,583.99

2.76% downside potential

Analyst Recommendations

Strong Buy

6

Buy

21

Hold

12

Sell

0

Strong Sell

0

How reliable are analyst predictions for BKNG?
39 analysts cover BKNG with 69% recommending buy/strong buy ratings. Analyst predictions have mixed reliability - studies show consensus rarely beats market returns consistently. The mixed views reflect uncertainty about the outlook. The consensus target of $5,583.99 implies -2.8% downside, but targets are often adjusted to follow price moves rather than predict them.
What is the Wall Street consensus on BKNG?
Current analyst recommendations:6 Strong Buy, 21 Buy, 12 Hold, 00The bullish tilt suggests optimism about future prospects, though investors should conduct independent research.Remember that analyst opinions often lag price movements and can be influenced by investment banking relationships.

Fundamentals last updated: Jul 1, 2025, 02:48 AM

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