Booking Holdings Inc., together with its subsidiaries, provides online and traditional travel and restaurant reservations and related services in the United States, the Netherlands, and internationally. The company operates Booking.com, which offers online accommodation reservations; and Priceline, which provides online travel reservation services, as well as consumers hotel, flight, activity, rental car reservation, vacation packages, cruises, and hotel distribution services. It also operates Agoda that offers online accommodation reservation, flight, ground transportation, and activities reservation services. In addition, the company operates KAYAK, an online meta-search service that allows consumers to search and compare travel itineraries and prices; OpenTable for booking online restaurant reservations, as well as reservation management services to restaurants; and Rentalcars.com. Further, it offers travel-related insurance products and restaurant management services to consumers, travel service providers, and restaurants; and advertising services. The company was formerly known as The Priceline Group Inc. and changed its name to Booking Holdings Inc. in February 2018. Booking Holdings Inc. was founded in 1997 and is headquartered in Norwalk, Connecticut.

Booking Holdings Inc. Common Stock

Booking Holdings (BKNG) closed at $5,355.33 in the latest trading session, marking a -1.32% move from the prior day. This change lagged the S&P 500's 0.74% loss on the day. Meanwhile, the Dow experienced a drop of 0.63%, and the technology-dominated Nasdaq saw a decrease of 0.76%.
Heading into today, shares of the online booking service had gained 5.69% over the past month, outpacing the Retail-Wholesale sector's loss of 0.41% and the S&P 500's gain of 0.79%.
The investment community will be closely monitoring the performance of Booking Holdings in its forthcoming earnings report. The company is forecasted to report an EPS of $48.6, showcasing a 16.97% upward movement from the corresponding quarter of the prior year. Our most recent consensus estimate is calling for quarterly revenue of $6.12 billion, up 11.95% from the year-ago period.
Regarding the entire year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates forecast earnings of $226.92 per share and revenue of $26.66 billion, indicating changes of +21.28% and +12.31%, respectively, compared to the previous year.
Additionally, investors should keep an eye on any recent revisions to analyst forecasts for Booking Holdings. Recent revisions tend to reflect the latest near-term business trends. As such, positive estimate revisions reflect analyst optimism about the business and profitability.
Our research demonstrates that these adjustments in estimates directly associate with imminent stock price performance. To exploit this, we've formed the Zacks Rank, a quantitative model that includes these estimate changes and presents a viable rating system.
The Zacks Rank system, spanning from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), boasts an impressive track record of outperformance, audited externally, with #1 ranked stocks yielding an average annual return of +25% since 1988. Over the last 30 days, the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has moved 0.02% lower. Currently, Booking Holdings is carrying a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold).
Digging into valuation, Booking Holdings currently has a Forward P/E ratio of 23.92. This expresses a premium compared to the average Forward P/E of 18.89 of its industry.
Meanwhile, BKNG's PEG ratio is currently 1.37. This metric is used similarly to the famous P/E ratio, but the PEG ratio also takes into account the stock's expected earnings growth rate. The Internet - Commerce industry had an average PEG ratio of 1.43 as trading concluded yesterday.
The Internet - Commerce industry is part of the Retail-Wholesale sector. This industry currently has a Zacks Industry Rank of 82, which puts it in the top 34% of all 250+ industries.
The strength of our individual industry groups is measured by the Zacks Industry Rank, which is calculated based on the average Zacks Rank of the individual stocks within these groups. Our research shows that the top 50% rated industries outperform the bottom half by a factor of 2 to 1.
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Booking Holdings (BKNG) Registers a Bigger Fall Than the Market: Important Facts to Note

Looking at options trading activity among components of the Russell 3000 index, there is noteworthy activity today in Marathon Digital Holdings Inc (Symbol: MARA), where a total volume of 215,150 contracts has been traded thus far today, a contract volume which is representative of approximately 21.5 million underlying shares (given that every 1 contract represents 100 underlying shares). That number works out to 56.3% of MARA's average daily trading volume over the past month, of 38.2 million shares. Particularly high volume was seen for the $9.50 strike call option expiring January 09, 2026, with 32,109 contracts trading so far today, representing approximately 3.2 million underlying shares of MARA. Below is a chart showing MARA's trailing twelve month trading history, with the $9.50 strike highlighted in orange:
Occidental Petroleum Corp (Symbol: OXY) saw options trading volume of 50,889 contracts, representing approximately 5.1 million underlying shares or approximately 54.9% of OXY's average daily trading volume over the past month, of 9.3 million shares. Especially high volume was seen for the $43 strike call option expiring January 16, 2026, with 9,756 contracts trading so far today, representing approximately 975,600 underlying shares of OXY. Below is a chart showing OXY's trailing twelve month trading history, with the $43 strike highlighted in orange:
And Booking Holdings Inc (Symbol: BKNG) saw options trading volume of 1,237 contracts, representing approximately 123,700 underlying shares or approximately 52.3% of BKNG's average daily trading volume over the past month, of 236,420 shares. Especially high volume was seen for the $5100 strike put option expiring January 16, 2026, with 40 contracts trading so far today, representing approximately 4,000 underlying shares of BKNG. Below is a chart showing BKNG's trailing twelve month trading history, with the $5100 strike highlighted in orange:
For the various different available expirations for MARA options, OXY options, or BKNG options, visit StockOptionsChannel.com.
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Noteworthy Wednesday Option Activity: MARA, OXY, BKNG

Looking today at week-over-week shares outstanding changes among the universe of ETFs covered at ETF Channel, one standout is the SPDR NYSE Technology ETF (Symbol: XNTK) where we have detected an approximate $260.0 million dollar outflow -- that's a 14.5% decrease week over week (from 6,330,012 to 5,410,012). Among the largest underlying components of XNTK, in trading today Shopify Inc (Symbol: SHOP) is down about 1.7%, Booking Holdings Inc (Symbol: BKNG) is off about 0.1%, and Intuit Inc (Symbol: INTU) is lower by about 0.5%. For a complete list of holdings, visit the XNTK Holdings page » The chart below shows the one year price performance of XNTK, versus its 200 day moving average:
Looking at the chart above, XNTK's low point in its 52 week range is $159.43 per share, with $295.79 as the 52 week high point — that compares with a last trade of $280.19. Comparing the most recent share price to the 200 day moving average can also be a useful technical analysis technique -- learn more about the 200 day moving average ».
Exchange traded funds (ETFs) trade just like stocks, but instead of ''shares'' investors are actually buying and selling ''units''. These ''units'' can be traded back and forth just like stocks, but can also be created or destroyed to accommodate investor demand. Each week we monitor the week-over-week change in shares outstanding data, to keep a lookout for those ETFs experiencing notable inflows (many new units created) or outflows (many old units destroyed). Creation of new units will mean the underlying holdings of the ETF need to be purchased, while destruction of units involves selling underlying holdings, so large flows can also impact the individual components held within ETFs.
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Noteworthy ETF Outflows: XNTK, SHOP, BKNG, INTU

Looking at options trading activity among components of the Russell 3000 index, there is noteworthy activity today in Clearwater Analytics Holdings Inc (Symbol: CWAN), where a total volume of 59,409 contracts has been traded thus far today, a contract volume which is representative of approximately 5.9 million underlying shares (given that every 1 contract represents 100 underlying shares). That number works out to 97.7% of CWAN's average daily trading volume over the past month, of 6.1 million shares. Especially high volume was seen for the $25 strike call option expiring March 20, 2026, with 34,579 contracts trading so far today, representing approximately 3.5 million underlying shares of CWAN. Below is a chart showing CWAN's trailing twelve month trading history, with the $25 strike highlighted in orange:
Goldman Sachs Group Inc (Symbol: GS) saw options trading volume of 20,992 contracts, representing approximately 2.1 million underlying shares or approximately 91.7% of GS's average daily trading volume over the past month, of 2.3 million shares. Especially high volume was seen for the $1000 strike call option expiring January 16, 2026, with 761 contracts trading so far today, representing approximately 76,100 underlying shares of GS. Below is a chart showing GS's trailing twelve month trading history, with the $1000 strike highlighted in orange:
And Booking Holdings Inc (Symbol: BKNG) options are showing a volume of 2,736 contracts thus far today. That number of contracts represents approximately 273,600 underlying shares, working out to a sizeable 91.4% of BKNG's average daily trading volume over the past month, of 299,375 shares. Particularly high volume was seen for the $4800 strike put option expiring December 26, 2025, with 191 contracts trading so far today, representing approximately 19,100 underlying shares of BKNG. Below is a chart showing BKNG's trailing twelve month trading history, with the $4800 strike highlighted in orange:
For the various different available expirations for CWAN options, GS options, or BKNG options, visit StockOptionsChannel.com.
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Notable Monday Option Activity: CWAN, GS, BKNG

Looking today at week-over-week shares outstanding changes among the universe of ETFs covered at ETF Channel, one standout is the ProShares UltraPro S&P 500 (Symbol: UPRO) where we have detected an approximate $208.8 million dollar outflow -- that's a 4.4% decrease week over week (from 42,200,000 to 40,350,000). Among the largest underlying components of UPRO, in trading today Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc (Symbol: TMO) is up about 0.7%, Walt Disney Co. (Symbol: DIS) is up about 0.8%, and Booking Holdings Inc (Symbol: BKNG) is higher by about 0.8%. For a complete list of holdings, visit the UPRO Holdings page » The chart below shows the one year price performance of UPRO, versus its 200 day moving average:
Looking at the chart above, UPRO's low point in its 52 week range is $45.88 per share, with $122.1899 as the 52 week high point — that compares with a last trade of $114.95. Comparing the most recent share price to the 200 day moving average can also be a useful technical analysis technique -- learn more about the 200 day moving average ».
Exchange traded funds (ETFs) trade just like stocks, but instead of ''shares'' investors are actually buying and selling ''units''. These ''units'' can be traded back and forth just like stocks, but can also be created or destroyed to accommodate investor demand. Each week we monitor the week-over-week change in shares outstanding data, to keep a lookout for those ETFs experiencing notable inflows (many new units created) or outflows (many old units destroyed). Creation of new units will mean the underlying holdings of the ETF need to be purchased, while destruction of units involves selling underlying holdings, so large flows can also impact the individual components held within ETFs.
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Noteworthy ETF Outflows: UPRO, TMO, DIS, BKNG

Among the underlying components of the S&P 500 index, we saw noteworthy options trading volume today in Goldman Sachs Group Inc (Symbol: GS), where a total of 15,700 contracts have traded so far, representing approximately 1.6 million underlying shares. That amounts to about 73.4% of GS's average daily trading volume over the past month of 2.1 million shares. Particularly high volume was seen for the $900 strike call option expiring December 19, 2025, with 1,219 contracts trading so far today, representing approximately 121,900 underlying shares of GS. Below is a chart showing GS's trailing twelve month trading history, with the $900 strike highlighted in orange:
Booking Holdings Inc (Symbol: BKNG) options are showing a volume of 1,876 contracts thus far today. That number of contracts represents approximately 187,600 underlying shares, working out to a sizeable 60.4% of BKNG's average daily trading volume over the past month, of 310,645 shares. Particularly high volume was seen for the $5600 strike call option expiring December 19, 2025, with 104 contracts trading so far today, representing approximately 10,400 underlying shares of BKNG. Below is a chart showing BKNG's trailing twelve month trading history, with the $5600 strike highlighted in orange:
And Advanced Micro Devices Inc (Symbol: AMD) saw options trading volume of 212,929 contracts, representing approximately 21.3 million underlying shares or approximately 53.1% of AMD's average daily trading volume over the past month, of 40.1 million shares. Particularly high volume was seen for the $200 strike put option expiring January 16, 2026, with 11,888 contracts trading so far today, representing approximately 1.2 million underlying shares of AMD. Below is a chart showing AMD's trailing twelve month trading history, with the $200 strike highlighted in orange:
For the various different available expirations for GS options, BKNG options, or AMD options, visit StockOptionsChannel.com.
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MGRX shares outstanding history
Institutional Holders of MTSI
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Notable Monday Option Activity: GS, BKNG, AMD

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Another stock that would have made you rich over the past 20 years is streaming giant Netflix. A $5,000 investment a couple of decades ago would now have ballooned to be worth $1.2 million. Its ascent has been more gradual than Nvidia's, and there have been challenges along the way. However, Netflix has established itself as a leader in video streaming.
The company's relentless pursuit of growth is evident with its recent acquisition attempt of Warner Bros. Discovery for $72 billion. Although the deal may not end up going through, as Paramount Skydance has announced a hostile bid, and there are concerns about whether this may hurt competition, it's yet another example of Netflix looking for ways to grow and add value for its customers.
The streaming giant has gone from posting losses to now enjoying strong profit margins of 24%. Netflix is a household name and yet another good growth stock to hold for the long haul.
3. Booking Holdings: $1.1 million
Rounding out this list of impressive stocks is Booking Holdings. A $5,000 investment in the business 20 years ago would now be worth around $1.1 million. The growth in the travel industry, particularly in online bookings, has enabled it to grow at an incredible pace.
Last year, it reported $23.7 billion in sales and $5.9 billion in profit, a significant improvement from the $11 billion in sales it posted just three years earlier, when its bottom line was around $1.2 billion. Analysts from Grand View Research project that the online travel booking market is still growing at a compounded annual growth rate of roughly 10% until 2030, as there's still more growth potential ahead for Booking Holdings.
Given the plentiful opportunities ahead, it may still not be too late to invest in Booking Holdings stock. It trades at a forward price-to-earnings multiple of 21, based on analyst expectations. That's slightly below the S&P 500 average of 22. For long-term growth investors, this can be a fantastic investment to simply buy and hold.
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For Immediate Release
Chicago, IL – December 9, 2025 – Zacks.com announces the list of stocks featured in the Analyst Blog. Every day the Zacks Equity Research analysts discuss the latest news and events impacting stocks and the financial markets. Stocks recently featured in the blog include: Meta Platforms, Inc. META, SAP SE SAP, Booking Holdings Inc. BKNG and Willis Lease Finance Corp. WLFC.
Here are highlights from Monday’s Analyst Blog:
Top Stock Reports for Meta, SAP and Booking
The Zacks Research Daily presents the best research output of our analyst team. Today's Research Daily features new research reports on 16 major stocks, including Meta Platforms, SAP SE and Booking Holdings Inc., as well as a micro-cap stock Willis Lease Finance Corp. The Zacks microcap research is unique as our research content on these small and under-the-radar companies is the only research of its type in the country.
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Today's Featured Research Reports
Meta’s shares have outperformed the Zacks Internet - Software industry over the year-to-date period (+15.2% vs. +10.4%). The company is benefiting from steady user growth across all regions, particularly Asia Pacific. Increased engagement for its offerings like Instagram, WhatsApp, Messenger and Facebook has been a major growth driver.
META has been leveraging AI to improve the potency of its platform offerings. These services currently reach more than 3.54 billion people daily. Meta Platforms’ growing footprint among young adults, driven by improving recommendations, boosts its competitive prowess. AI usage is making it a popular name among advertisers. This is expected to drive top-line growth.
Meta Platforms now expects to invest significantly more over the next few years in developing more advanced models and the largest AI services in the world. However, monetization of these AI services will take considerable time, which is a concern.
(You can read the full research report on Meta here >>>)
Shares of SAP have gained +1% over the year-to-date period against the Zacks Computer - Software industry’s gain of +11.2%. The company is riding on healthy Cloud ERP growth and uptake of its Rise with SAP and Grow with SAP solutions amid a volatile macro backdrop. Growing traction in SAP’s Business Suite, Business Data Cloud, AI-driven solutions and integrated platform innovations bodes well.
SAP’s fourth-quarter and 2026 pipeline appear strong, driven by renewed momentum across industries. AI is poised to be a key catalyst in fueling double-digit total revenue growth through 2027. It raised its 2025 outlook, projecting higher profitability while keeping a cautious view on cloud revenue.
Cloud revenue is expected near the low end of €21.6-€21.9 billion, with non-IFRS operating profit near the high end of €10.3-€10.6 billion. However, weak software license revenue and stiff rivalry, along with U.S.-China trade tensions and tariffs, continue to pressure SAP’s license business.
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Booking’s shares have gained +5.4% over the year-to-date period against the Zacks Internet - Commerce industry’s gain of +9.6%. The company benefits from its global footprint, strong brands and growing shift toward direct-channel bookings, which support margins and customer loyalty. Expansion into alternative accommodations, transport and attractions, alongside the Connected Trip strategy and increased GenAI integration, boosts engagement and cross-selling.
Strong liquidity, solid cash generation and deep partner relationships further reinforce its position. Additionally, its focus on automating partner tools and traveler interactions enhances operational efficiency and satisfaction.
However, softness in U.S. travel trends, elevated marketing spend and rising competitive pressure pose challenges. Its limited domestic presence may also restrict growth as affordability trends impact pricing power, and it faces strong competition from online travel agencies.
(You can read the full research report on Booking here >>>)
Shares of Willis Lease Finance have underperformed the Zacks Transportation - Equipment and Leasing industry over the past year (-35.4% vs. -23%). This microcap company with a market capitalization of $892.86 million is facing recurring asset write-downs, elevated G&A costs and potential lease rate pressure from rising OEM supply pose risks. High customer concentration and a shifting leasing model add uncertainty. Though the shares have underperformed peers, valuations remain discounted.
Nevertheless, Willis Lease Finance is expanding strategically into the MRO sector via WASL, adding new UK facilities to service next-gen aircraft, supporting recurring revenues and full-service positioning. A $750 million credit facility with Mitsui boosts liquidity and capital flexibility, enabling growth without equity dilution.
WLFC benefits from strong tailwinds in the aircraft leasing market, especially with rising demand for wet leasing. The company’s push into SAF aligns with EU decarbonization goals and positions it as a clean energy innovator. Long-term MRO contracts, including an expanded Jet2.com deal, enhance revenue visibility.
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The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights Meta Platforms, SAP SE, Booking Holdings and Willis Lease Finance

Monday, December 8, 2025
The Zacks Research Daily presents the best research output of our analyst team. Today's Research Daily features new research reports on 16 major stocks, including Meta Platforms, Inc. (META), SAP SE (SAP) and Booking Holdings Inc. (BKNG), as well as a micro-cap stock Willis Lease Finance Corp. (WLFC). The Zacks microcap research is unique as our research content on these small and under-the-radar companies is the only research of its type in the country.
These research reports have been hand-picked from the roughly 70 reports published by our analyst team today.
You can see all of today’s research reports here >>>
Ahead of Wall Street
The daily 'Ahead of Wall Street' article is a must-read for all investors who would like to be ready for that day's trading action. The article comes out before the market opens, attempting to make sense of that morning's economic releases and how they will affect that day's market action. You can read this article for free on our home page and can actually sign up there to get an email notification as this article comes out each morning.
You can read today's AWS here >>> Pre-markets Up for Nasdaq and Russell 2000, Flat for Dow
Today's Featured Research Reports
Meta’s shares have outperformed the Zacks Internet - Software industry over the year-to-date period (+15.2% vs. +10.4%). The company is benefiting from steady user growth across all regions, particularly Asia Pacific. Increased engagement for its offerings like Instagram, WhatsApp, Messenger and Facebook has been a major growth driver.
META has been leveraging AI to improve the potency of its platform offerings. These services currently reach more than 3.54 billion people daily. Meta Platforms’ growing footprint among young adults, driven by improving recommendations, boosts its competitive prowess. AI usage is making it a popular name among advertisers. This is expected to drive top-line growth.
Meta Platforms now expects to invest significantly more over the next few years in developing more advanced models and the largest AI services in the world. However, monetization of these AI services will take considerable time, which is a concern.
(You can read the full research report on Meta here >>>)
Shares of SAP have gained +1% over the year-to-date period against the Zacks Computer - Software industry’s gain of +11.2%. The company is riding on healthy Cloud ERP growth and uptake of its Rise with SAP and Grow with SAP solutions amid a volatile macro backdrop. Growing traction in SAP’s Business Suite, Business Data Cloud, AI-driven solutions and integrated platform innovations bodes well.
SAP’s fourth-quarter and 2026 pipeline appear strong, driven by renewed momentum across industries. AI is poised to be a key catalyst in fueling double-digit total revenue growth through 2027. It raised its 2025 outlook, projecting higher profitability while keeping a cautious view on cloud revenue.
Cloud revenue is expected near the low end of €21.6-€21.9 billion, with non-IFRS operating profit near the high end of €10.3-€10.6 billion. However, weak software license revenue and stiff rivalry, along with U.S.-China trade tensions and tariffs, continue to pressure SAP’s license business.
(You can read the full research report on SAP here >>>)
Booking’s shares have gained +5.4% over the year-to-date period against the Zacks Internet - Commerce industry’s gain of +9.6%. The company benefits from its global footprint, strong brands and growing shift toward direct-channel bookings, which support margins and customer loyalty. Expansion into alternative accommodations, transport and attractions, alongside the Connected Trip strategy and increased GenAI integration, boosts engagement and cross-selling.
Strong liquidity, solid cash generation and deep partner relationships further reinforce its position. Additionally, its focus on automating partner tools and traveler interactions enhances operational efficiency and satisfaction.
However, softness in U.S. travel trends, elevated marketing spend and rising competitive pressure pose challenges. Its limited domestic presence may also restrict growth as affordability trends impact pricing power, and it faces strong competition from online travel agencies.
(You can read the full research report on Booking here >>>)
Shares of Willis Lease Finance have underperformed the Zacks Transportation - Equipment and Leasing industry over the past year (-35.4% vs. -23%). This microcap company with a market capitalization of $892.86 million is facing recurring asset write-downs, elevated G&A costs and potential lease rate pressure from rising OEM supply pose risks. High customer concentration and a shifting leasing model add uncertainty. Though the shares have underperformed peers, valuations remain discounted.
Nevertheless, Willis Lease Finance is expanding strategically into the MRO sector via WASL, adding new UK facilities to service next-gen aircraft, supporting recurring revenues and full-service positioning. A $750 million credit facility with Mitsui boosts liquidity and capital flexibility, enabling growth without equity dilution.
WLFC benefits from strong tailwinds in the aircraft leasing market, especially with rising demand for wet leasing. The company’s push into SAF aligns with EU decarbonization goals and positions it as a clean energy innovator. Long-term MRO contracts, including an expanded Jet2.com deal, enhance revenue visibility.
(You can read the full research report on Willis Lease Finance here >>>)
Other noteworthy reports we are featuring today include Interactive Brokers Group, Inc. (IBKR), BP p.l.c. (BP) and Marvell Technology, Inc. (MRVL).
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BP's Strong Upstream Portfolio To Boost Production Capacity
BP's upstream portfolio continues to grow with the startup of six new projects in 2025, supporting production growth. However, the company's significant reliance on debt concerns the Zacks analyst.
Regulated Investments and Cost Mangement Aid PPL Corp. (PPL)
Per the Zacks analyst PPL's cost management initiatives will have positive impact on margins and its planned $20B investments through 2028 will strengthen its operation.
Strong Americas Unit Drives Allegion (ALLE), High Debt Hurts
Per the Zacks analyst, solid traction of Allegion's Americas segment, driven by strength in non-residential and electronics end markets, will drive its growth. High debt level is concerning.
Beverage-Can Demand Aids Crown Holdings (CCK) Amid Mixed Volume Trends
Per the Zacks analyst, Crown Holdings' margins will gain from a global surge in beverage cans demand. However lower volumes in Asia-Pacific and Transit Packaging segments remain a headwind.
Assurant (AIZ) Set to Grow on Solid Global Lifestyle Business
Per the Zacks analyst, Assurant is set to grow on strong Global Lifestyle business, growth of fee-based capital-light businesses and solid capital management. Yet high costs weigh on margin expansion.
Alaska Air (ALK) Benefits From on Air Travel Demand, Labor Costs Ail
The Zacks analyst is impressed with the fact that increased air-travel demand is aiding Alaska Air's top-line performance. Escalated labor and airport costs weigh on bottom-line growth.
Focus on Clinical Trials Aid OPKO Health (OPK) Amid Stiff Competition
The Zacks analyst is upbeat about OPKO Health's focus on improving patient lives by undertaking various trials despite its operation in a highly competitive market.
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Solid DARTs and Higher Rates to Aid Interactive Brokers (IBKR)
Per the Zacks analyst, relatively higher interest rates, solid global footprint, product expansion efforts, alongside a strong liquidity position, will likely support Interactive Brokers' financials.
Solid Demand Across Data Center Market Aid Marvell (MRVL)
Per the Zacks Analyst, Marvell is growing on solid momentum in electro-optics products, custom silicon, storage and switch divisions, which are driving the Data Center end-market revenues.
American Eagle's (AEO) Digital Efforts and Aerie Strength Promising
Per Zacks analyst, American Eagle's investments in digital, automation and supply diversification, coupled with Aerie's strong momentum, category expansion, and cost discipline, are driving growth.
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Generic Competition, Pipeline Setbacks Weigh on Roche (RHHBY)
Per the Zacks analyst, generic competition for Roche's legacy drugs has adversely impacted sales. The performance of the Diagnostic division has been disappointing. Pipeline setbacks are a headwind.
Alexandria (ARE) Faces Strain Amid Life Science Sector Weakness
Per the Zacks Analyst, ARE's vast development pipeline exposes it to the risk of lease-up concerns amid the slowing life science industry demand. Substantial debt burden add to its concerns.
Soft Las Vegas Performance Hurt MGM Resorts' (MGM) Prospects
Per the Zacks analyst, MGM Resorts is likely to be hurt by remodel-related disruptions, muted leisure demand and weaker mid-tier property performance in Las Vegas. Also, high costs are a concern.
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Shareholders of Booking Holdings Inc (Symbol: BKNG) looking to boost their income beyond the stock's 0.8% annualized dividend yield can sell the June 2027 covered call at the $5950 strike and collect the premium based on the $544.70 bid, which annualizes to an additional 6.9% rate of return against the current stock price (at Stock Options Channel we call this the YieldBoost), for a total of 7.7% annualized rate in the scenario where the stock is not called away. Any upside above $5950 would be lost if the stock rises there and is called away, but BKNG shares would have to advance 15.2% from current levels for that to happen, meaning that in the scenario where the stock is called, the shareholder has earned a 25.8% return from this trading level, in addition to any dividends collected before the stock was called.
In general, dividend amounts are not always predictable and tend to follow the ups and downs of profitability at each company. In the case of Booking Holdings Inc, looking at the dividend history chart for BKNG below can help in judging whether the most recent dividend is likely to continue, and in turn whether it is a reasonable expectation to expect a 0.8% annualized dividend yield.
Below is a chart showing BKNG's trailing twelve month trading history, with the $5950 strike highlighted in red:
The chart above, and the stock's historical volatility, can be a helpful guide in combination with fundamental analysis to judge whether selling the June 2027 covered call at the $5950 strike gives good reward for the risk of having given away the upside beyond $5950. (Do most options expire worthless? This and six other common options myths debunked). We calculate the trailing twelve month volatility for Booking Holdings Inc (considering the last 249 trading day closing values as well as today's price of $5144.71) to be 28%. For other call options contract ideas at the various different available expirations, visit the BKNG Stock Options page of StockOptionsChannel.com.
In mid-afternoon trading on Monday, the put volume among S&P 500 components was 856,151 contracts, with call volume at 1.64M, for a put:call ratio of 0.52 so far for the day. Compared to the long-term median put:call ratio of .65, that represents very high call volume relative to puts; in other words, buyers are preferring calls in options trading so far today. Find out which 15 call and put options traders are talking about today.
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