Sabre Corp Stock Price, News & Analysis

Sabre Corporation (NASDAQ: SABR) declared a $1.625 dividend per share on its 6.50% Series A Mandatory Convertible Preferred Stock. The dividend will be paid to eligible shareholders on March 1, 2021, with a record date of February 15, 2021. Sabre operates within the global travel industry, providing software solutions to airlines, hotels, and travel agencies. Its technology platform manages over $260 billion in global travel spend annually, servicing customers in more than 160 countries.

Sabre Corporation (NASDAQ: SABR) will host a live webcast of its fourth quarter and full year 2020 earnings call on February 16, 2021, at 9:00 a.m. ET. The call will cover financial results and the impact of COVID-19 on the business. A replay will be available post-event for 90 days. Known for powering the global travel industry, Sabre manages over $260 billion in travel spend annually, serving clients across more than 160 countries. Investors can access the webcast at investors.sabre.com.

Sabre Corporation (NASDAQ: SABR) has announced an expanded partnership with WestJet Airlines, renewing their SabreSonic passenger service system agreement. This multi-year deal includes the adoption of Sabre's Dynamic Availability, Digital Connect, and Intelligence Exchange solutions, aimed at enhancing WestJet's operational efficiency and flexibility. The collaboration is expected to help WestJet adapt to changing market conditions, drive revenue growth, and improve customer insights. Sabre's AI-driven technology, including the new Smart Retail Engine, will further bolster their capabilities in personalized travel solutions.

Sabre Corporation (NASDAQ: SABR) has renewed its strategic partnership with Preferred Hotels & Resorts, ensuring access to Sabre's hospitality solutions for over 750 hotels globally. This long-term agreement aims to enhance the I Prefer Hotel Rewards program and improve distribution of Preferred Residences. Key offerings will include Sabre's SynXis Central Reservations and Booking Engine, which will help hoteliers manage reservations effectively and increase booking conversions. This partnership reflects the confidence Preferred Hotels has in Sabre's technology amidst the travel industry's recovery.

Travelgenio, a major European online travel agency, has expanded its partnership with Sabre Corporation (NASDAQ: SABR) to utilize Sabre Virtual Payments as its preferred virtual card technology. This collaboration aims to streamline operations and drive revenue as the travel industry recovers. Travelgenio will leverage Sabre's automation to enhance customer experience and reduce costs. Sabre's technology, which supports over $260B in global travel spend, is expected to play a critical role in boosting recovery efforts within the OTA sector.

On December 17, 2020, Sabre Corporation (Nasdaq: SABR) announced a significant refinancing of its debt. This included repaying its Term Loan A credit facility and redeeming $500 million of its 5.250% Senior Secured Notes due November 2023. The refinancing utilized a new $637 million term loan facility, maturing on December 17, 2027, which enhances Sabre's debt maturity profile and financial flexibility. No additional debt was incurred beyond the refinanced amount. This strategic move aims to strengthen the company’s overall financial position.

Sabre Corporation and Lufthansa Group airlines have signed a new mutually flexible distribution agreement aimed at enhancing modern airline retailing and technological innovation. This agreement allows Sabre to distribute content from Lufthansa Group airlines, including Austrian Airlines and SWISS, through its Global Distribution System (GDS) and via the New Distribution Capability (NDC) standard. The collaboration supports personalized pricing strategies and facilitates a more diversified distribution ecosystem, with the NDC program expected to launch in 2021.

Sabre Corporation (NASDAQ: SABR) has successfully implemented its Select Shopping solutions for LATAM Airlines, enhancing the airline's booking capabilities on its website and call center. This solution allows LATAM to offer various seat types and improve pricing accuracy, ultimately leading to a nearly 3% increase in passenger booking conversions. LATAM is also witnessing a recovery in its passenger operations as it scales up weekly flights. Sabre's technology aims to meet evolving traveler expectations by providing advanced retailing and support solutions.

On December 7, 2020, Sabre Corporation announced a proposed refinancing of $637 million in existing debt through its subsidiary, Sabre GLBL Inc. The refinancing includes a new term loan B facility aimed at redeeming November 2023 Secured Notes and prepaying Term A Loans. This initiative is designed to enhance Sabre's debt maturity profile while maintaining current debt levels, excluding interest and fees. The new loan facility is subject to agreement with lenders and market conditions, and will be secured by the company's assets.