{"symbol":"BKNG","fiscalQuarter":"Q3-2021","reportDate":"2021-11-03","reportTime":"AMC","status":"reported","company":{"name":"Booking Holdings Inc.","sector":"Consumer Discretionary","industry":"Hotels, Resorts & Cruise Lines"},"tier":"free","webUrl":"https://earningsnxt.ai/ticker/BKNG/earnings/Q3-2021","postBrief":{"headline":"Booking Holdings Misses on EPS \u2014 Stock Down 0.75%","keyNumbers":[{"metric":"EPS","actual":"$18.60","expected":"N/A","surprise":"-41.07%"}],"managementCommentary":{"tone":"Cautiously Optimistic","keyQuotes":["Management acknowledged the ongoing challenges in the travel industry.","They emphasized a focus on recovery and adapting to changing market conditions."],"summary":"Management expressed cautious optimism about the recovery in travel demand. They highlighted efforts to navigate ongoing challenges."},"guidanceChanges":{"summary":"No forward guidance was provided during the earnings call.","changes":[]},"whatItMeans":"Booking Holdings reported earnings that fell short of expectations, particularly in EPS, which contributed to a slight decline in stock price. The company did not provide revenue figures or guidance, leaving investors uncertain about future performance. Management's cautious tone reflects the ongoing challenges in the travel sector, which may impact recovery efforts.","metaDescription":"Booking Holdings (BKNG) Q3 2021 earnings: EPS missed. Stock down 0.75%. Full breakdown."}}