Expedia Group has raised its 2026 gross bookings forecast to US$ 131.4–131.9 bn, citing steady international travel demand, particularly among affluent travellers. The online travel company reported a 12% rise in third-quarter revenue to US$ 4.94 bn, while adjusted earnings reached US$ 9.39 per share, beating market estimates. However, its fourth-quarter revenue forecast of US$ 3.69–3.75 bn fell slightly below analyst expectations. CFO Derek Andersen attributed the cautious outlook to US midterm elections and disruptions caused by the Middle East conflict and unrest in Europe, which are affecting regional and long-haul travel demand.
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