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Tripadvisor, Inc. reports developments around its travel guidance platform and related travel marketplaces, including Tripadvisor, Viator and TheFork. Company updates cover financial results, segment priorities in Experiences, Hotels and Other, and TheFork, and travel-demand content such as destination indexes built from platform search and review activity.
Recurring news also includes brand and partnership initiatives, travel guides produced through Wanderlab, capital-structure actions including convertible note repayment, and governance matters tied to board composition and shareholder engagement. The company's business combines more than a billion reviews and contributions with travel guidance, bookable experiences, restaurant reservations and hotel-related travel categories.
On July 7, 2020, Tripadvisor (Nasdaq: TRIP) announced plans to offer $500 million in new senior notes due 2025. These senior unsecured obligations will be guaranteed by the company's domestic subsidiaries. The net proceeds will be utilized for general corporate purposes. This offering is intended for qualified institutional buyers under Rule 144A and outside the U.S. under Regulation S, and it does not constitute an offer or solicitation. Tripadvisor serves approximately 463 million travelers each month and features 860 million reviews across various travel sectors.
Tripadvisor has launched a new suite of Travel Safe tools aimed at enhancing consumer confidence in traveling during the COVID-19 pandemic. Available in all 49 markets, the initiative has been activated by over 13,850 properties. A Tripadvisor study shows that 92% of consumers prioritize cleanliness when selecting accommodations, with 84% valuing cleanliness certificates. The tools include health & safety checklists for businesses, a search filter for safety measures, and a new review submission form to share experiences.
On June 22, 2020, Tripadvisor (NASDAQ: TRIP) provided a business update amid the COVID-19 pandemic, detailing business trends, expense management, Adjusted EBITDA expectations, and liquidity. Monthly unique users increased to approximately 45% of last year's figures by May. Revenue was about 10% of the prior year's performance in April and May, with expectations for June nearing 20%. The company anticipates a loss of approximately $85 million in Adjusted EBITDA for Q2 2020. Cash reserves were $693 million as of May 31, 2020, down $105 million from March, impacting liquidity but supporting future operations.