Booking Holdings Inc. - BKNG STOCK NEWS

Travelers are opting for more luxurious accommodations this New Year’s Eve, with bookings for 4 to 5-star hotels increasing by 13 percentage points compared to 2019. Despite a global trend, US, Taiwan, and Thailand travelers still favored 1 to 3.5-star hotels. Popular domestic destinations for US travelers include Miami Beach and Nashville, moving Houston and San Francisco off the list. Agoda, part of Booking Holdings (BKNG), highlights a growing interest in diverse destinations, as travelers seek to support local tourism amidst the ongoing pandemic.

Booking Holdings (NASDAQ: BKNG) announced that CFO David Goulden will present at Nasdaq's 43rd Investor Conference on December 3, 2020, at 11:30 a.m. ET. The presentation will be accessible via a live audio cast, which can be found on http://ir.bookingholdings.com. A replay of the event will be available for 14 days following the conference.

Booking Holdings is a leader in online travel and services, operating in over 220 countries and comprising brands like Booking.com and KAYAK.

Priceline has launched its most significant Black Friday sales event, introducing the Priceline VIP loyalty program. Starting on November 23, the week-long event features more than $5 million in savings on travel bookings. Members can enjoy up to 50% off hotels and 20% off rental cars, with exclusive deals and mystery coupons available throughout the event. 1% of eligible bookings on Giving Tuesday will be donated to customer-chosen charities. This initiative aims to enhance savings for travelers as they prepare to travel again.

KAYAK has partnered with Lonely Planet to unveil the Best in Travel picks for 2021, focusing on sustainability, community, and diversity in travel. The initiative emphasizes how people are traveling today, such as in family groups and with a sense of purpose. Highlighted destinations include Rwanda, Palau, and Gothenburg, Sweden for sustainability; El Hierro, Spain, and Hiakai, New Zealand for diversity; and Kazakhstan and Medellín for community-focused travel experiences. KAYAK's eco-friendly tools aim to facilitate sustainable travel choices.

Booking Holdings (NASDAQ: BKNG) announced that CEO Glenn Fogel and CFO David Goulden will present at the 2020 RBC Capital Markets Technology, Internet, Media and Telecommunications Conference on November 18, 2020, at 9:35 a.m. ET. The session will be available via a live audio cast on their investor relations website, with a replay accessible for 14 days. Booking Holdings is a leader in online travel services, operating in over 220 countries through brands like Booking.com and KAYAK.

Booking Holdings (NASDAQ: BKNG) will release its third quarter 2020 financial results on November 5 at 4:00 p.m. ET via its Investor Relations website. A conference call to discuss the results will follow at 4:30 p.m. ET, with a webcast available for listening. The company is recognized as a leader in online travel services, offering solutions across various platforms including Booking.com and KAYAK. The earnings release and the subsequent call are expected to provide insights into the company’s performance amid ongoing industry challenges.

Booking Holdings (NASDAQ: BKNG) will release its third quarter 2020 financial results on November 5 at 4:00 p.m. ET. The results will be available via a press release on the company's Investor Relations website. A conference call to discuss these results will follow at 4:30 p.m. ET, which will be webcasted. Audio replays will be accessible for seven days after the event. Booking Holdings operates in over 220 countries and territories with brands like Booking.com, KAYAK, and OpenTable.

Booking.com has released insights from a survey of over 20,000 travelers across 28 countries, revealing key trends that will shape travel post-COVID-19. 53% of travelers will wait for a vaccine before they feel comfortable traveling again. Key predictions include an increased focus on safety, sustainability, and value for money. 62% of American travelers are now more price-conscious, while 80% will take more precautions. Additionally, there will be a rise in local travel and remote work opportunities, emphasizing the blending of leisure and work travel.

On October 14, 2020, Eightfold.ai announced a partnership with Booking.com to enhance its talent acquisition efforts using the Talent Intelligence Platform. This AI-driven solution aims to modernize and standardize hiring processes, improving candidate experience and engagement. Key goals include accelerating hiring efficiency, increasing qualified candidate volume by 60%, and fostering diversity within the workforce. Booking.com seeks to consolidate its varied recruitment solutions into one comprehensive platform, aligning with its ongoing digital transformation strategy.