Booking Holdings Stock Price, News & Analysis

Semrush (NYSE: SEMR) has appointed David Mason as General Counsel and Secretary, bringing over 20 years of legal and entrepreneurial experience. Mason previously served as General Counsel at EverQuote and Deputy General Counsel at KAYAK, where he managed corporate governance and played a key role in KAYAK’s $1.8 billion acquisition by Booking Holdings (NASDAQ: BKNG). CEO Oleg Shchegolev expressed confidence in Mason's ability to support the company's growth strategy. Semrush has over 91,000 paying customers and offers a robust online visibility management platform.

Booking Holdings has appointed Larry Quinlan, former Global Chief Information Officer of Deloitte, to its Board of Directors effective October 13, 2022. Quinlan brings over 35 years of technology leadership experience, having managed a global team of 10,000 IT professionals at Deloitte. His expertise in digital strategy, cybersecurity, and emerging technologies is expected to add significant value to Booking Holdings as it continues to innovate in the travel sector.

OpenTable has launched 'Nightly Special,' a unique dinner series featuring exclusive menus from three renowned Los Angeles restaurants, curated by cultural figures Tefi Pessoa, Coco Jones, and Eric Wareheim. Running from Oct. 17 to Nov. 6, 2022, the limited-time experiences include:

• Tefi Pessoa x The Rose Venice ($75)
• Coco Jones x Fia Steak ($225)
• Eric Wareheim x Pizzeria Mozza ($95)

These events aim to boost interest in local dining and provide a platform for culinary creativity.

Booking Holdings (NASDAQ: BKNG) will hold a conference call on November 2, 2022, at 4:30 p.m. ET to discuss its third quarter financial results. The event will be available via webcast and replay for seven days on its Investor Relations website. A press release containing the financial results will be posted earlier on the same day at 4:00 p.m. ET. This call marks an important quarterly event for investors and stakeholders in the company.

On September 28, 2022, Priceline launched Priceline Experiences, a platform offering access to over 80,000 ticketed activities across 100+ countries. This service aims to streamline vacation planning by providing diverse options, from museum visits to guided tours. The initiative responds to a growing consumer demand for unique travel experiences, with 46% of travelers seeking more immersive activities. In collaboration with Musement, Priceline enables effortless bookings, enhancing future travel for users.

Credit One Bank has partnered with Priceline to launch a new travel booking engine exclusively for Wander Card members, enabling them to earn up to 10X points on hotel and car rental bookings. The site offers a wide array of travel deals, including flights and packages, accessible via online accounts or the Credit One Mobile App. This initiative aims to enhance the travel purchasing experience for cardmembers and facilitate rewarding travel adventures, as stated by senior executives from both companies.

Agoda's 'Explore Thailand' campaign aims to boost tourism as the country reopens its borders. Launched on September 19, 2022, this initiative highlights popular Thai destinations, including Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Hua Hin, and several beach resorts like Koh Samui and Phuket. Agoda's promotion offers travelers discounts on accommodations for bookings made until September 23, 2022, with stays possible within 90 days. The campaign leverages Thailand's rich culture, vibrant city life, and beautiful beaches to attract international visitors back to the country.

Barclays US Consumer Bank and Priceline have launched PricePoints, a new feature for the Priceline VIP Rewards™ Visa Card. This feature allows cardholders to earn 5x points on every dollar spent when booking travel on Priceline, even when redeeming points. Cardmembers can redeem points easily while still accruing rewards, enhancing the value of their travel purchases. This program aims to attract travelers by offering one of the industry's richest point systems, streamlining the redemption process and incentivizing travel expenditure.

Booking Holdings (NASDAQ: BKNG) announced that CFO David Goulden will present at the Evercore ISI 2nd Annual Technology Conference on September 8, 2022, at 10:15 AM ET. A live audio cast of the presentation will be publicly available, and a replay will be accessible for 90 days post-event. This engagement highlights the company's commitment to transparency and investor communication, underlining its status as a leader in online travel and services across 220 countries.