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From Google to Expedia, AI travel agents planning future trip far beyond 'assistant' status
CNBC· 2025-05-16 15:00
Group 1 - The shift from traditional user inputs to agentic AI in travel planning is significant, enhancing personalization by providing context-aware recommendations [2][4] - Natural language chat AI agents are more effective in understanding user needs and preferences, allowing for a more tailored travel experience [3][4] - The collaboration between Amadeus, Microsoft, and Accenture has led to the development of a trip planning agent that utilizes conversational interfaces for business travel bookings [7] Group 2 - The implementation of agentic AI aims to autonomously make decisions and adapt to changing environments, posing both opportunities and threats to traditional travel intermediaries [8][10] - AI agents are expected to interact with travel suppliers' AI systems, allowing for comprehensive data access and improved customer service [11][12] - The ultimate goal of these AI agents is to negotiate and present the best travel options, focusing on achieving the best price for consumers [12]
Sabre's Q1 Earnings Miss Expectations, Revenues Decline Y/Y
ZACKS· 2025-05-08 14:16
Sabre Corporation (SABR) reported break-even first-quarter 2025 bottom line against the Zacks Consensus Estimate of earnings of 1 cent per share. The company had incurred a loss of 2 cents per share in the year-ago quarter.Sabre reported revenues of $776.62 million for the quarter ended March 31, 2025, which missed the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 1.77%. The figure declined 0.8% year over year.Sabre’s Q1 in DetailThe Travel Solutions segment’s revenues declined 2% year over year to $702.13 million. The growt ...
Sabre appoints Jennifer Catto as Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer
Prnewswire· 2025-05-08 12:30
SOUTHLAKE, Texas, May 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Sabre Corporation (NASDAQ: SABR), a leading global travel technology company, today announced the appointment of Jennifer Catto as Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer. As part of Sabre's Executive Leadership Team, Jennifer will shape the company's global marketing strategy and brand, helping to drive growth, deepen customer engagement, and position Sabre for the future. Sabre appoints Jennifer Catto as Executive Vice President and Chief Mark ...
Compared to Estimates, Sabre (SABR) Q1 Earnings: A Look at Key Metrics
ZACKS· 2025-05-07 14:36
For the quarter ended March 2025, Sabre (SABR) reported revenue of $776.62 million, down 0.8% over the same period last year. EPS came in at $0.00, compared to -$0.02 in the year-ago quarter.The reported revenue represents a surprise of -1.77% over the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $790.57 million. With the consensus EPS estimate being $0.01, the EPS surprise was -100.00%.While investors closely watch year-over-year changes in headline numbers -- revenue and earnings -- and how they compare to Wall Street exp ...
Sabre's first quarter 2025 earnings materials available on its Investor Relations website
Prnewswire· 2025-05-07 11:55
SOUTHLAKE, Texas, May 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Sabre Corporation ("Sabre") (NASDAQ: SABR) today announced financial results for the quarter ended March 31, 2025. Sabre has posted its first quarter 2025 earnings release and earnings presentation to its Investor Relations webpage at investors.sabre.com/financial-information/quarterly results. The earnings release is also available on the Securities and Exchange Commission's website at www.sec.gov.As previously announced, Sabre will host a live webcast of its f ...
Sabre expands NDC reach with Air France and KLM
Prnewswire· 2025-05-06 12:31
Sabre's multi-source content platform now features Air France and KLM's NDC offers, giving travel agencies access to exclusive fares, continuous pricing, and richer travel optionsSOUTHLAKE, Texas, May 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Sabre Corporation (NASDAQ: SABR), a leading global travel technology company, today activated Air France's and KLM's New Distribution Capability (NDC) content in its travel marketplace. Sabre-connected agencies can now access extra options, exclusive promotions, and better fares thanks ...
Gray Dawes Group appoints Sabre as exclusive global distribution partner
Prnewswire· 2025-04-30 13:00
SOUTHLAKE, Texas, April 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Sabre Corporation (NASDAQ: SABR), a leading global travel technology company, today announced a multi-year partnership with Gray Dawes Group, one of the industry's largest independent travel management companies (TMCs). Under this partnership, Gray Dawes has selected Sabre as its sole global distribution platform partner.Gray Dawes will partner with Sabre to accelerate its next phase of growth, prioritizing investments in innovation to better serve clients wo ...
Sabre and Iberia enhance travel retailing with NDC Iaunch
Prnewswire· 2025-04-29 12:30
Sabre's multi-source content platform now includes Iberia's NDC offers, providing agencies with enriched content and travelers with personalized options SOUTHLAKE, Texas, and MADRID, April 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Sabre Corporation (NASDAQ: SABR), a leading global travel technology company, today activated Iberia's New Distribution Capability (NDC) content in its global distribution system (GDS). Sabre and Iberia reinforce their shared commitment to boost travel retailing through NDC, providing Sabre-connec ...
Sabre announces upcoming webcast of its first quarter 2025 earnings conference call
Prnewswire· 2025-04-28 18:00
SOUTHLAKE, Texas, April 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Sabre Corporation ("Sabre") (NASDAQ: SABR) will host a live webcast of its first quarter 2025 earnings conference call on May 7, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. ET. Management will discuss the financial results, as well as comment on the forward outlook. The webcast is expected to last approximately one hour and will be accessible by visiting the Investor Relations section of Sabre's website at investors.sabre.com. A replay of the event will be available on the website for ...
Sabre enters into definitive agreement to sell its Hospitality Solutions business unit to TPG for $1.1 billion
Prnewswire· 2025-04-28 12:55
Core Viewpoint - Sabre Corporation has signed a definitive agreement to sell its Hospitality Solutions business to TPG for $1.1 billion in cash, allowing Sabre to focus on its core airline IT and travel marketplace platforms while optimizing its financial structure and pursuing sustainable growth [1][4][3]. Group 1: Transaction Details - TPG will acquire Sabre's Hospitality Solutions business for $1.1 billion, with expected net cash proceeds to Sabre of approximately $960 million after taxes and fees [1][3]. - The transaction will establish Hospitality Solutions as an independent technology company dedicated to the hospitality industry, providing software and solutions to over 40% of the world's leading hotel brands [2][4]. - The deal is expected to close by the end of the third quarter of 2025, pending customary closing conditions and regulatory approvals [7]. Group 2: Strategic Implications - The proceeds from the sale will primarily be used to pay down debt, improving Sabre's balance sheet and enabling a focus on its core business [3][4]. - This divestiture is part of a series of strategic financial moves by Sabre, including recent debt refinancings, aimed at achieving a long-term net leverage target of 2.5x to 3.5x [3][4]. - TPG's investment approach is expected to drive significant value for Hospitality Solutions' customers, leveraging TPG's experience in growing mission-critical software businesses [5][6]. Group 3: Business Operations - Hospitality Solutions provides an integrated system of record for reservation and guest information, enhancing operational accuracy and efficiency for hoteliers [2]. - The platform has evolved significantly since Sabre's acquisition of SynXis in 2005, with ongoing investments in capabilities and solutions [4]. - TPG aims to enhance and expand the Hospitality Solutions platform, positioning it as a comprehensive technology provider for the hospitality industry [5].