Sabre Corp Stock Price, News & Analysis

Sabre Corporation and Iberia have launched New Distribution Capability (NDC) content integration in Sabre's global distribution system. This strategic partnership enables Sabre-connected travel agencies to access Iberia's dynamic NDC offers, comparing flight options with enhanced efficiency and transparency.

The collaboration strengthens Sabre's multi-source content platform, allowing agencies to seamlessly shop, book, and service NDC content alongside other offerings. Iberia can now deliver more flexible and tailored fare choices to travelers worldwide through Sabre's extensive network.

Key benefits include:

• Broader content access integrated into agency workflows
• Real-time offer creation capabilities
• Enhanced interoperability and flexibility
• Streamlined technology for improved travel experience

Sabre (NASDAQ: SABR) has scheduled its first quarter 2025 earnings conference call for May 7, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. ET. The event will be accessible through a live webcast on the company's website.

Key Details:

• Event: Q1 2025 Earnings Conference Call
• Date: May 7, 2025
• Time: 9:00 a.m. ET
• Duration: Approximately one hour
• Access: Via investors.sabre.com (Investor Relations section)

During the call, management will present the financial results and provide insights on the company's forward outlook. For those unable to attend the live webcast, a replay will remain available on Sabre's website for at least 90 days following the event.

Sabre (NASDAQ: SABR) has entered into a definitive agreement to sell its Hospitality Solutions business unit to TPG for $1.1 billion in cash. The transaction will establish Hospitality Solutions as a standalone business, currently serving over 40% of the world's leading hotel brands.

The deal is expected to generate net cash proceeds of approximately $960 million after taxes and fees, which Sabre plans to use primarily for debt reduction. This strategic move aligns with Sabre's goal of achieving a long-term net leverage target of 2.5x to 3.5x.

The transaction, expected to close by the end of Q3 2025, will allow Sabre to focus on its core airline IT and travel marketplace platforms. The deal includes a transition services agreement to facilitate the business handover. TPG will invest through its TPG Capital private equity platform, leveraging its experience in corporate carveouts and software businesses.

Sabre (NASDAQ: SABR) has renewed its agreement with Kerzner International, enhancing their distribution capabilities through the SynXis platform. The partnership enables Kerzner to offer ancillaries alongside room reservations using the SynXis Booking Engine across their 23 global properties.

Kerzner will continue distributing hotel content through Sabre Hospitality's Global Distribution System network. The SynXis Central Reservation System (CRS) facilitates consistent distribution across multiple channels, including OTAs, GDSs, booking engines, and call centers.

Notable results include Kerzner's 97% transaction growth from 2022 to 2024 through SynXis CRS. Hotels using SynXis Retailing earned an average of $300 in additional spend per booking, with top properties projected to exceed $1 million in non-room revenue annually.

Sabre (NASDAQ: SABR) has renewed its multi-year strategic partnership with Preferred Hotels & Resorts, expanding their collaboration to include SynXis Retailing and Gift Card & Vouchers solutions. The partnership aims to generate additional revenue streams and attract new guests to Preferred's member hotels.

Preferred Hotels & Resorts, representing over 600 distinctive hotels across 80 countries, will continue to utilize Sabre's comprehensive hospitality solutions, including SynXis Booking Engine, GDS Distribution, Call Center Services, Digital Marketing, and SynXis Voice Agent solutions. The expanded partnership supports Preferred's goals of increasing I Prefer Hotel Rewards program adoption and expanding member hotels distribution.

Sabre (NASDAQ: SABR) announced that BermudAir has implemented Radixx®, Sabre's low-cost carrier passenger service system, through a multi-year agreement. The implementation includes Radixx Res®, Radixx Insight®, and Radixx EzyCommerce® solutions to optimize reservations and enhance operations.

The cloud-based solutions will support BermudAir's expansion by improving passenger processing, delivering data-driven insights, and enabling digital retailing. Additionally, BermudAir has integrated with Sabre's Global Distribution System (GDS), expanding its reach within the travel trade sector.

BermudAir, which launched in September 2023, operates as a premier regional carrier connecting Bermuda with major East Coast U.S. and Canadian cities, with plans for fleet and network expansion.

Sabre (NASDAQ: SABR) has announced it will host a live webcast of its 2025 Annual Meeting of Stockholders on April 23, 2025, at 10:30 a.m. ET.

Stockholders and interested parties can access the webcast through the Investor Relations section of Sabre's website at investors.sabre.com. The company will maintain a replay of the meeting on their website for a minimum of 90 days after the event.

Sabre (NASDAQ: SABR) and CellPoint Digital have formed a strategic partnership to enhance airline payment solutions. The agreement enables airlines using SabreSonic and Radixx platforms to access diverse payment methods and value-added services.

The integration provides airlines with access to multiple payment options including:

• International card networks
• Digital wallets
• Non-card-based methods
• Deferred payment solutions
• Mobile-based solutions
• Direct bank-to-bank transfers

The collaboration aims to streamline payment processes, enhance user experience, and reduce operational costs for airlines. Through a single connection, airlines can now implement various payment methods while supporting local market needs and reducing checkout friction to improve conversion rates.

Serko and Sabre (NASDAQ:SABR) have released a comprehensive study on AI adoption in corporate travel, revealing that 90% of travel managers are currently using AI or generative AI technologies. The research, surveying over 300 U.S.-based travel managers from companies with $50M+ revenue, shows significant AI implementation across various functions.

Key findings indicate that 71% use AI for cost savings, 68% for enhancing traveler experience, and 63% for improving data analysis. The study reports positive ROI with 52% saying AI exceeded expectations and 45% meeting them. Popular use cases include booking optimization (73%), pricing and cost savings (70%), and chatbot-based traveler support (64%).

However, challenges persist with 49% reporting only moderate support from travel partners, while 46% face implementation hurdles, 19% lack internal talent, and 14% face budget constraints.