Uber Technologies, Inc. (UBER)
Uber likely focused on core growth drivers, analysts say, amid Expedia takeover rumors
Reports that ride-hailing app Uber Technologies Inc (NYSE:UBER, ETR:UT8) is exploring the potential acquisition of travel platform Expedia Group Inc (NASDAQ:EXPE, ETR:E3X1) have come as a "somewhat surprise" to analysts at Citi. The Financial Times first reported on Thursday that Uber is exploring a takeover bid for Expedia, with talks in the early stages.
Uber bookings may lack 'synergy' with travel planning: Analyst
Uber (UBER) is reportedly exploring a takeover bid for travel booking platform Expedia Group (EXPE) — which owns and operates sites like Trivago, Orbitz, and Vrbo — according to the Financial Times. Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi served as Expedia's chief executive and president between 2005 to 2017, and still holds a non-executive seat on the company's board.
Bradley Tusk on potential Uber-Expedia acquisition: The company needs to keep expanding
Bradley Tusk, Tusk Ventures CEO, joins 'Squawk Box' to discuss news of Uber considering a bid for travel booking company Expedia, antitrust concerns, impact of the 2024 election on the possible deal, and more.
3-Stock Lunch: Uber, Netflix & Travelers
Jerry Castellini, CastleArk Management president, joins 'Power Lunch' to discuss stock plays for three stocks.
Uber is not engaged in active talks to acquire Expedia
CNBC's Deirdre Bosa joins 'The Exchange' to report on news from Uber and Expedia.
UBER's Possible Bid for EXPE "Makes Sense" for Expansion
The Financial Times reported that Uber Technologies (UBER) is considering buying Expedia (EXPE). Ivan Feinseth believes the potential merger can work for Uber in ways it wouldn't for similar rideshare and delivery companies.
Uber's potential bid for Expedia is the latest example of Dara Khosrowshahi's 'super app' vision
Uber considered making a bid for travel website Expedia, The Financial Times reported on Wednesday. The potential deal would take Uber closer to "super app" status, according to one analyst.
Uber reportedly weighed buying Expedia. Analysts have reservations.
Shares of Expedia Group Inc. rallied after the Financial Times on Wednesday reported that ride-hailing giant Uber Technologies Inc. had weighed a possible purchase of the travel-booking platform. But on Thursday, Wall Street analysts were more cautious.
Uber not in active bid talks with Expedia
CNBC's Deirdre Bosa reports on news from Uber and Expedia.
Uber has discussed a bid for travel booking company Expedia
Uber has discussed a potential acquisition of the travel booking company Expedia, CNBC confirmed. The talks were in early stages, and it's not clear if a deal will take place.
This Uber Analyst Is No Longer Bullish; Here Are Top 5 Downgrades For Thursday
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Uber Reportedly Weighed Buying Expedia to Bolster Super App Status
Uber has reportedly considered acquiring Expedia to strengthen its ongoing diversification. That's according to a report Wednesday (Oct. 16) by the Financial Times (FT) which notes that purchasing the $19 billion travel booking website would mark Uber's largest acquisition ever.
