Booking.com Stock Is Down 27% -- Can Connected-Trip Growth and AI Integration Drive a Rebound?
Key Points
Booking.com’s connected-trip segment is growing over 20% and driving higher margins and improved cash-flow timing as more travelers book multiple trip components on the platform.
A new partnership with ChatGPT aims to boost booking conversion and efficiency, but the stock’s upside depends on whether these AI and product initiatives can deliver lasting gains amid rising competition and macroeconomic risks.
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