Trip.com Group Limited Reports Unaudited First Quarter of 2026 Financial Results
Rhea-AI Summary
Trip.com Group (Nasdaq: TCOM) reported Q1 2026 net revenue of RMB16.2 billion, up 17% year-over-year and 5% sequentially, driven by resilient travel demand.
International gross bookings rose about 65% and inbound travel bookings about 90% year-over-year. Net income was RMB2.5 billion, while adjusted EBITDA reached RMB4.8 billion. Cash and investments totaled RMB104.0 billion at March 31, 2026.
For Q2 2026, Trip.com Group guides net revenue growth of approximately 3%–8% year-over-year, with an expected impact on margins and bottom line. The company is cooperating with a SAMR anti-monopoly investigation, which it notes could lead to significant fines or business practice changes.
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Positive
- Total net revenue Q1 2026 up 17% YoY to RMB16.2 billion
- International platform gross bookings up approximately 65% YoY
- Inbound travel bookings up approximately 90% year-over-year
- Adjusted EBITDA rose to RMB4.8 billion from RMB4.2 billion YoY
- Non-GAAP net income attributable to shareholders at RMB3.9 billion
- Strong liquidity with RMB104.0 billion in cash and investments
Negative
- Net income declined to RMB2.5 billion from RMB4.3 billion YoY
- Cost of revenue increased 23% YoY to RMB3.3 billion
- Sales and marketing expenses rose 25% YoY to RMB3.7 billion
- Corporate travel revenue fell 15% sequentially to RMB690 million
- Q2 2026 revenue growth guided to slower 3%–8% YoY
- SAMR anti-monopoly investigation may result in significant fines or changes
News Market Reaction – TCOM
On the day this news was published, TCOM declined 12.55%, reflecting a significant negative market reaction. Argus tracked a trough of -14.1% from its starting point during tracking. Our momentum scanner triggered 19 alerts that day, indicating notable trading interest and price volatility. This price movement removed approximately $4.18B from the company's valuation, bringing the market cap to $29.16B at that time.
Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.
Key Figures
Previous Earnings Reports
| Date | Event | Sentiment | 24h Move | Catalyst |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 25 | Q4 & FY 2025 results | Positive | -2.6% | Reported Q4 and full-year 2025 results with continued travel recovery and growth. |
| Nov 17 | Q3 2025 results | Positive | +2.2% | Strong Q3 2025 revenue growth and high adjusted EBITDA from travel demand. |
| Aug 27 | Q2 & H1 2025 results | Positive | +14.9% | Robust Q2 2025 results with strong international growth and new buyback authorization. |
| May 19 | Q1 2025 results | Positive | -5.5% | Solid Q1 2025 revenue and international recovery, plus ongoing share repurchases. |
| Feb 24 | Q4 & FY 2024 results | Positive | -11.4% | Strong Q4 2024 revenue growth and improved profitability with rising international travel. |
24h Move is the share-price change in the day after each event; other market factors may also have contributed.
Earnings releases have produced mixed reactions, with a slightly negative average next-day move and several instances of positive fundamentals followed by share price declines.
Historical Comparison
Over the last five earnings announcements, TCOM’s average next-day move was about -0.48%, with generally strong travel demand and revenue growth not always translating into positive share reactions.
Recent earnings show consistent revenue growth, expanding international and inbound travel bookings, and solid cash balances, but market reactions have been uneven despite the operational momentum.
Regulatory & Risk Context
Short interest appears relatively low, suggesting limited short-squeeze risk and indicating that extreme volatility driven primarily by short covering has been less likely based on recent positioning.
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Key Highlights for the First Quarter of 2026 and Preliminary Outlook for the Second Quarter of 2026
- Trip.com Group reported solid financial results in the first quarter of 2026
- Total net revenues increased by17% year-over-year toRMB16.2 billion (US ), primarily driven by resilient travel demand.$2.4 billion
- International business sustained robust growth across all segments in the first quarter of 2026
- Gross bookings on the Company's international platform increased by approximately65% year-over-year.
- Inbound travel bookings surged by approximately90% year-over-year.
- For the second quarter of 2026, the Company expects year-over-year total net revenue growth to decelerate to approximately
3% –8% , with a corresponding impact on margins and bottom-line results
"Inbound travel continues to gain momentum, creating meaningful opportunities across the travel value chain and contributing to local economic development," said James Liang, Executive Chairman. "Through continued investment in technology, product innovation, and destination enablement, we help improve connectivity between global travelers and local services. We remain committed to strengthening destination readiness and ecosystem connectivity, helping unlock the full potential of inbound travel and create long-term value for all stakeholders. As travel continues to evolve, we remain optimistic about the industry's future and committed to serving as a trusted partner for its long-term development."
"The travel market remained resilient in the first quarter of 2026, supported by continued growth in international travel demand and rising interest in more personalized travel experiences," said Jane Sun, Chief Executive Officer. "To meet these evolving needs, we have worked closely with local partners to make travel more accessible and seamless. Through technology, AI-powered solutions, and targeted destination initiatives, we help travelers overcome language and information barriers while enabling more suppliers to connect with global demand, including many participating in international travel for the first time. Looking ahead, we will continue to strengthen our partner ecosystem and help more destinations and suppliers benefit from the growth of international travel."
First Quarter of 2026 Financial Results and Business Updates
For the first quarter of 2026, Trip.com Group reported total net revenues of
Accommodation reservation revenue for the first quarter of 2026 was
Transportation ticketing revenue for the first quarter of 2026 was
Packaged-tour revenue for the first quarter of 2026 was
Corporate travel revenue for the first quarter of 2026 was
Cost of revenue for the first quarter of 2026 increased by
Product development expenses for the first quarter of 2026 increased by
Sales and marketing expenses for the first quarter of 2026 increased by
General and administrative expenses for the first quarter of 2026 increased by
Income tax expense for the first quarter of 2026 was
Net income for the first quarter of 2026 was
Net income attributable to Trip.com Group's shareholders for the first quarter of 2026 was
Diluted earnings per ordinary share and per ADS was
As of March 31, 2026, the balance of cash and cash equivalents, restricted cash, short-term investment, and held to maturity time deposit and financial products was
Recent Development
The Company is and has been the subject of investigations or inquiries by national authorities regarding competition law matters, consumer protection issues, and other areas. While the Company is unable to predict the outcome of any current or future investigations, litigation or inquiries, it remains focused on maintaining robust compliance and governance standards.
In January 2026, the Company received a notice of investigation from the State Administration for Market Regulation ("SAMR") that it had commenced an investigation into whether the Company has abused or is abusing a dominant market position to engage in monopolistic conduct pursuant to the PRC Anti-Monopoly Law. As of the date of this press release, the Company is fully cooperating with the SAMR in its ongoing investigation, including by actively providing supplementary information and documentation, and will continue to engage constructively with the SAMR on compliance with regulatory requirements. Although the Company is currently unable to predict the timing, outcome or consequences of the investigation, or estimate the possible loss, that may be associated with it, the Company will continue to monitor developments closely. The SAMR's investigation findings could directly result in a significant fine, other financial penalties and/or changes to the Company's business practices and may have a material adverse effect on the Company's consolidated financial position, results of operations, or cash flows. The Company remains committed to continuously reviewing its business practices while providing high-quality products and services to users and partners worldwide.
Business Outlook
For the second quarter of 2026, the Company expects net revenue to grow by approximately
Conference Call
Trip.com Group's management team will host a conference call at 8:00 PM on June 24, 2026,
The conference call will be available live on Webcast and for replay at: https://investors.trip.com. The call will be archived for twelve months on our website.
All participants must pre-register to join this conference call using the Participant Registration link below:
https://register-conf.media-server.com/register/BI474cf1d2cafe4883828d22dcfc4b7d15.
Upon registration, each participant will receive details for this conference call, including dial-in numbers and a unique access PIN. To join the conference, please dial the number provided, enter your PIN, and you will join the conference instantly.
Safe Harbor Statement
This announcement contains forward-looking statements. These statements are made under the "safe harbor" provisions of the
About Non-GAAP Financial Measures
To supplement Trip.com Group's consolidated financial statements, which are prepared and presented in accordance with United States Generally Accepted Accounting Principles ("GAAP"), Trip.com Group uses non-GAAP financial information related to adjusted net income attributable to Trip.com Group Limited, adjusted EBITDA, adjusted EBITDA margin, and adjusted diluted earnings per ordinary share and per ADS, each of which is adjusted from the most comparable GAAP result to exclude the share-based compensation charges that are not tax deductible, fair value changes of equity securities investments and exchangeable senior notes recorded in other income, net of tax, and other applicable items. Trip.com Group's management believes the non-GAAP financial measures facilitate better understanding of operating results from quarter to quarter and provide management with a better capability to plan and forecast future periods.
Non-GAAP information is not prepared in accordance with GAAP, does not have a standardized meaning under GAAP, and may be different from non-GAAP methods of accounting and reporting used by other companies. The presentation of this additional information should not be considered a substitute for GAAP results. A limitation of using non-GAAP financial measures is that non-GAAP measures exclude share-based compensation charges, fair value changes of equity securities investments and exchangeable senior notes recorded in other income, and their tax effects that have been and will continue to be significant recurring expenses in Trip.com Group's business for the foreseeable future.
Reconciliations of Trip.com Group's non-GAAP financial data to the most comparable GAAP data included in the consolidated statement of operations are included at the end of this press release.
About Trip.com Group Limited
Trip.com Group Limited (Nasdaq: TCOM; HKEX: 9961) is a leading global one-stop travel platform, integrating a comprehensive suite of travel products and services and differentiated travel content. It is the go-to destination for many travelers in
For further information, please contact:
Investor Relations
Trip.com Group Limited
Email: iremail@trip.com
Trip.com Group Limited | |||||||
Unaudited Consolidated Balance Sheets | |||||||
(In millions, except share and per share data) | |||||||
December 31, 2025 | March 31, 2026 | March 31, 2026 | |||||
RMB (million) | RMB (million) | USD (million) | |||||
ASSETS | |||||||
Current assets: | |||||||
Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash | 46,451 | 57,124 | 8,281 | ||||
Short-term investments | 32,007 | 23,892 | 3,464 | ||||
Accounts receivable, net | 15,241 | 16,294 | 2,362 | ||||
Prepayments and other current assets | 27,351 | 25,990 | 3,768 | ||||
Total current assets | 121,050 | 123,300 | 17,875 | ||||
Property, equipment and software | 5,445 | 5,660 | 820 | ||||
Intangible assets and land use rights | 13,013 | 12,979 | 1,882 | ||||
Right-of-use asset | 881 | 835 | 121 | ||||
Investments (Includes held to maturity time deposit and financial products of March 31, 2026, respectively) | 61,375 | 54,791 | 7,943 | ||||
Goodwill | 62,268 | 62,222 | 9,020 | ||||
Other long-term assets | 600 | 492 | 71 | ||||
Deferred tax asset | 2,755 | 2,934 | 425 | ||||
Total assets | 267,387 | 263,213 | 38,157 | ||||
LIABILITIES | |||||||
Current liabilities: | |||||||
Short-term debt and current portion of long-term debt | 19,335 | 20,087 | 2,912 | ||||
Accounts payable | 19,150 | 19,987 | 2,897 | ||||
Advances from customers | 18,185 | 18,917 | 2,742 | ||||
Other current liabilities | 21,499 | 21,605 | 3,132 | ||||
Total current liabilities | 78,169 | 80,596 | 11,683 | ||||
Deferred tax liability | 3,949 | 4,091 | 593 | ||||
Long-term debt | 11,430 | 10,742 | 1,557 | ||||
Long-term lease liability | 585 | 542 | 79 | ||||
Other long-term liabilities | 654 | 519 | 75 | ||||
Total liabilities | 94,787 | 96,490 | 13,987 | ||||
MEZZANINE EQUITY | 131 | 136 | 20 | ||||
SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY | |||||||
Total Trip.com Group Limited shareholders' equity | 170,818 | 165,000 | 23,920 | ||||
Non-controlling interests | 1,651 | 1,587 | 230 | ||||
Total shareholders' equity | 172,469 | 166,587 | 24,150 | ||||
Total liabilities, mezzanine equity and shareholders' equity | 267,387 | 263,213 | 38,157 | ||||
Trip.com Group Limited | |||||||||
Unaudited Consolidated Statements of Income | |||||||||
(In millions, except share and per share data) | |||||||||
Quarter ended | Quarter ended | Quarter ended | Quarter ended | ||||||
March 31, 2025 | December 31, 2025 | March 31, 2026 | March 31, 2026 | ||||||
RMB (million) | RMB (million) | RMB (million) | USD (million) | ||||||
Net Revenues: | |||||||||
Accommodation reservation | 5,541 | 6,287 | 6,510 | 944 | |||||
Transportation ticketing | 5,418 | 5,368 | 6,050 | 877 | |||||
Packaged-tour | 947 | 1,056 | 1,130 | 164 | |||||
Corporate travel | 573 | 808 | 690 | 100 | |||||
Others | 1,351 | 1,879 | 1,828 | 265 | |||||
Total net revenues | 13,830 | 15,398 | 16,208 | 2,350 | |||||
Cost of revenue | (2,705) | (3,240) | (3,330) | (483) | |||||
Product development * | (3,525) | (4,028) | (4,062) | (589) | |||||
Sales and marketing * | (2,999) | (4,398) | (3,747) | (543) | |||||
General and administrative * | (1,038) | (1,198) | (1,124) | (163) | |||||
Income from operations | 3,563 | 2,534 | 3,945 | 572 | |||||
Interest income | 640 | 679 | 563 | 82 | |||||
Interest expense | (286) | (115) | (115) | (17) | |||||
Other income | 1,137 | 2,038 | 176 | 26 | |||||
Income before income tax expense and equity in loss of affiliates | 5,054 | 5,136 | 4,569 | 663 | |||||
Income tax expense | (638) | (835) | (893) | (129) | |||||
Equity in loss of affiliates | (102) | (28) | (1,151) | (167) | |||||
Net income | 4,314 | 4,273 | 2,525 | 367 | |||||
Net (income)/loss attributable to non-controlling interests and mezzanine classified non- controlling interests | (37) | 18 | (19) | (3) | |||||
Accretion to redemption value of redeemable non-controlling interests | - | (10) | (7) | (1) | |||||
Net income attributable to Trip.com Group Limited | 4,277 | 4,281 | 2,499 | 363 | |||||
Earnings per ordinary share | |||||||||
- Basic | 6.48 | 6.53 | 3.85 | 0.56 | |||||
- Diluted | 6.09 | 6.11 | 3.67 | 0.53 | |||||
Earnings per ADS | |||||||||
- Basic | 6.48 | 6.53 | 3.85 | 0.56 | |||||
- Diluted | 6.09 | 6.11 | 3.67 | 0.53 | |||||
Weighted average ordinary shares outstanding | |||||||||
- Basic | 660,203,576 | 655,910,664 | 648,991,284 | 648,991,284 | |||||
- Diluted | 702,144,923 | 700,452,261 | 681,679,206 | 681,679,206 | |||||
* Share-based compensation included in expenses above is as follows: | |||||||||
Product development | 220 | 304 | 363 | 53 | |||||
Sales and marketing | 41 | 67 | 66 | 10 | |||||
General and administrative | 219 | 293 | 262 | 38 | |||||
Trip.com Group Limited | |||||||||
Unaudited Reconciliation of GAAP and Non-GAAP Results | |||||||||
(In millions, except %, share and per share data) | |||||||||
Quarter ended | Quarter ended | Quarter ended | Quarter ended | ||||||
March 31, 2025 | December 31, 2025 | March 31, 2026 | March 31, 2026 | ||||||
RMB (million) | RMB (million) | RMB (million) | USD (million) | ||||||
Net income | 4,314 | 4,273 | 2,525 | 367 | |||||
Less: Interest income | (640) | (679) | (563) | (82) | |||||
Add: Interest expense | 286 | 115 | 115 | 17 | |||||
Less: Other income | (1,137) | (2,038) | (176) | (26) | |||||
Add: Income tax expense | 638 | 835 | 893 | 129 | |||||
Add: Equity in loss of affiliates | 102 | 28 | 1,151 | 167 | |||||
Income from operations | 3,563 | 2,534 | 3,945 | 572 | |||||
Add: Share-based compensation | 480 | 664 | 691 | 101 | |||||
Add: Depreciation and amortization | 204 | 217 | 194 | 28 | |||||
Adjusted EBITDA | 4,247 | 3,415 | 4,830 | 701 | |||||
Adjusted EBITDA margin | 31 % | 22 % | 30 % | 30 % | |||||
Net income attributable to Trip.com Group Limited | 4,277 | 4,281 | 2,499 | 363 | |||||
Add: Share-based compensation | 480 | 664 | 691 | 101 | |||||
Add: (Gain)/loss from fair value changes of equity securities investments and exchangeable senior notes | (526) | (1,673) | 876 | 127 | |||||
Add: Tax effects on fair value changes of equity securities investments and exchangeable senior notes | (43) | 212 | (161) | (23) | |||||
Non-GAAP net income attributable to Trip.com Group Limited | 4,188 | 3,484 | 3,905 | 568 | |||||
Weighted average ordinary shares outstanding- | 702,144,923 | 700,452,261 | 681,679,206 | 681,679,206 | |||||
Non-GAAP Diluted income per share | 5.96 | 4.97 | 5.73 | 0.83 | |||||
Non-GAAP Diluted income per ADS | 5.96 | 4.97 | 5.73 | 0.83 | |||||
Notes for all the condensed consolidated financial schedules presented: | |||||||||
Note 1: The conversion of Renminbi (RMB) into the Federal Reserve Board. | |||||||||
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