Tripadvisor Past Earnings Performance
Past criteria checks 1/6
Tripadvisor has been growing earnings at an average annual rate of 81.3%, while the Interactive Media and Services industry saw earnings growing at 16.3% annually. Revenues have been growing at an average rate of 18.2% per year. Tripadvisor's return on equity is 3%, and it has net margins of 1%.
Key information
81.34%
Earnings growth rate
81.73%
EPS growth rate
| Interactive Media and Services Industry Growth | 6.15% |
| Revenue growth rate | 18.24% |
| Return on equity | 2.98% |
| Net Margin | 0.99% |
| Last Earnings Update | 31 Mar 2026 |
Recent past performance updates
Recent updates
Narrative Update • May 07
TRIP: Execution Headwinds In Core Business Will Continue To Limit Upside
Tripadvisor's analyst price target has been reduced by a few dollars, with analysts generally citing pressure on the core Hotel & Other segment, tougher AI related sentiment around online travel agents, and uncertainty about execution despite potential value from assets like Viator and TheFork. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Tripadvisor has skewed cautious, with several bearish analysts cutting price targets and reiterating Neutral views.
Narrative Update • Apr 21
TRIP: Activist Board Changes And Experiences Focus Will Unlock Undervalued Potential
Analysts have trimmed the Tripadvisor fair value estimate from $24.10 to $22.00. This reflects updated assumptions for slightly softer revenue growth, modestly lower profit margins, a higher discount rate and a higher future P/E multiple that is broadly consistent with the recent wave of reduced Street price targets on the stock.Narrative Update • Apr 07
TRIP: Activist Board Changes Will Likely Fail To Resolve Execution Risks
The analyst price target for Tripadvisor is now set closer to $14, with recent revisions clustering in the $11 to $14 range, as analysts factor in a clearer catalyst path highlighted by BofA, alongside concerns about legacy segment pressures, competitive gaps in Experiences, AI-related de-rating across online travel agents, and potential distractions from activist-driven board changes. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Tripadvisor shows a split view.Narrative Update • Mar 24
TRIP: Activist Board Shake Up Will Likely Fail To Offset Structural Headwinds
Analysts have reduced Tripadvisor's price target by several dollars to a range of $11 to $14. This reflects updated sum-of-the-parts valuations for the core business, Viator and TheFork, along with ongoing concerns about pressures in legacy segments and competitive momentum in Experiences.Narrative Update • Mar 08
TRIP: Activist Board Fight And Legacy Pressure Will Limit Near Term Upside
Analysts have cut their blended fair value estimate for Tripadvisor from $12.00 to $8.50. This reflects a series of lower Street price targets as they weigh ongoing pressure in legacy operations, a higher discount rate, more conservative growth and margin assumptions, and uncertainty around activist involvement and asset sales.
Narrative Update • Feb 22
TRIP: Activist Board Shake Up Will Refocus Experiences And Portfolio Simplification
The consensus analyst price target for Tripadvisor has shifted lower by about $2.60 to roughly $14.40, as analysts factor in softer expectations for core profitability and growth, alongside ongoing segment pressures and potential activist-driven changes to the board. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates on Tripadvisor cluster around Neutral ratings, but the reasoning behind those views gives you a useful checklist of what is working and what still needs to improve in the story.Seeking Alpha • Feb 18
Tripadvisor: A Focus On Experiences Won't Stop The Bleeding
Summary Tripadvisor remains a "Sell" as core hotel bookings underperform and competitive threats intensify, eroding brand value and market share. Q4 results disappointed, with flat revenue, sharp hotel booking declines, and adjusted EBITDA margins falling 670 bps year-over-year. Cost savings are insufficient, with only $85 million targeted (4% of revenue), while buybacks were poorly timed and failed to signal confidence. Potential upside from strategic actions or valuation appears limited, as fundamentals continue to deteriorate and experiences growth faces mounting competition. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaAnalysis Article • Feb 17
Tripadvisor, Inc. Earnings Missed Analyst Estimates: Here's What Analysts Are Forecasting Now
There's been a major selloff in Tripadvisor, Inc. ( NASDAQ:TRIP ) shares in the week since it released its full-year...Narrative Update • Feb 08
TRIP: Experiences Pivot And Cost Cuts Will Reshape Risk Reward Profile
Analysts have trimmed their price targets on Tripadvisor, with our fair value estimate moving from $18.16 to $16.97 as they factor in a higher discount rate, more moderate revenue growth assumptions, and only slight changes to profit margin and future P/E expectations. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Tripadvisor has leaned more cautious on the stock's upside, with several firms lowering price targets while one higher profile upgrade reflects a more balanced risk and reward profile.Narrative Update • Jan 24
TRIP: Experiences Shift And Workforce Cuts Will Restrain Near Term Upside
Analysts have trimmed their fair value estimate on Tripadvisor from $13.50 to $12.00. This reflects updated assumptions for slower revenue growth, softer profit margins, a higher discount rate and a higher future P/E multiple, despite ongoing interest in the company's shift toward experiences and AI enabled offerings.Analysis Article • Sep 05
We Ran A Stock Scan For Earnings Growth And Tripadvisor (NASDAQ:TRIP) Passed With Ease
Investors are often guided by the idea of discovering 'the next big thing', even if that means buying 'story stocks...Analysis Article • Jul 11
After Leaping 27% Tripadvisor, Inc. (NASDAQ:TRIP) Shares Are Not Flying Under The Radar
Despite an already strong run, Tripadvisor, Inc. ( NASDAQ:TRIP ) shares have been powering on, with a gain of 27% in...Analysis Article • Jul 02
What Does Tripadvisor, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:TRIP) Share Price Indicate?
Tripadvisor, Inc. ( NASDAQ:TRIP ), is not the largest company out there, but it led the NASDAQGS gainers with a...Analysis Article • May 11
Tripadvisor, Inc. (NASDAQ:TRIP) Stocks Shoot Up 29% But Its P/E Still Looks Reasonable
Tripadvisor, Inc. ( NASDAQ:TRIP ) shareholders are no doubt pleased to see that the share price has bounced 29% in the...Analysis Article • Apr 09
Here's Why Tripadvisor (NASDAQ:TRIP) Can Manage Its Debt Responsibly
Warren Buffett famously said, 'Volatility is far from synonymous with risk.' So it seems the smart money knows that...Analysis Article • Mar 11
Some Confidence Is Lacking In Tripadvisor, Inc. (NASDAQ:TRIP) As Shares Slide 27%
Tripadvisor, Inc. ( NASDAQ:TRIP ) shareholders won't be pleased to see that the share price has had a very rough month...Analysis Article • Feb 27
Tripadvisor's (NASDAQ:TRIP) Soft Earnings Are Actually Better Than They Appear
The most recent earnings report from Tripadvisor, Inc. ( NASDAQ:TRIP ) was disappointing for shareholders. Despite the...Seeking Alpha • Feb 21
Tripadvisor: Don't Be Tempted - Maintaining Sell
Summary Tripadvisor reported positive earnings results for Q4, beating on EPS and revenue, but guiding for flat to declining revenue in Q1 of 2025. Viator segment is the growth engine for Tripadvisor, and TheFork is on its way up, but Brand Tripadvisor revenue has been sliding and is expected to continue to do so. Management's guidance for stabilizing Brand Tripadvisor by 2025 and returning to profitability by 2026 is too long-term to excite investors now. I hereon share my sentiment on Tripadvisor and why I don’t expect a near-term upside on the stock. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Jan 30
The Take Over, The Break's Over - Sell Tripadvisor
Summary I'm downgrading Tripadvisor to a sell after the stock price almost nearly fulfilled the buyout premium and considering the higher risk profile if the deal doesn't go through. Liberty Media's majority vote and ongoing securities fraud investigation add risk to the takeover deal, making the stock less attractive to jump into at $17.90. Viator is Tripadvisor's growth engine, but it alone won't support outperformance, in my opinion, especially with strong competitors in the travel industry. Analysts show little positive sentiment, with a majority holding or selling, and I share that bearish sentiment. I share hereon my thoughts on Tripadvisor and why I see limited upside for the near term. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaAnalysis Article • Jan 22
Tripadvisor, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:TRIP) Shares May Have Run Too Fast Too Soon
With a median price-to-sales (or "P/S") ratio of close to 1.2x in the Interactive Media and Services industry in the...Seeking Alpha • Jan 17
Tripadvisor: Trim This Stock Amid Deteriorating Performance
Summary I am downgrading Tripadvisor, Inc. to neutral due to decelerating revenue trends and lack of meaningful catalysts for growth. Tripadvisor's merger with Liberty Tripadvisor, positioned as a buyback, reduces structural complexity but drains critical liquidity, impacting growth prospects. Meanwhile, fundamentals for the business continue to decline, with Tripadvisor and Viator both seeing decelerating trends. TRIP stock's valuation is appealing at <6x forward revenue, but its discount versus peers reflects its waning profitability while competitors are growing. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaAnalysis Article • Jan 01
Tripadvisor's (NASDAQ:TRIP) Returns On Capital Not Reflecting Well On The Business
What underlying fundamental trends can indicate that a company might be in decline? A business that's potentially in...Seeking Alpha • Dec 18
An Elephant In The Room With The Tripadvisor Majority Vote Holders
Summary Tripadvisor's ownership structure gives Liberty TripAdvisor Holdings a majority vote despite having only a 21% economic interest. Liberty TripAdvisor Holdings faces significant financial challenges, risking its "going concern" status due to upcoming debt and preferred stock maturities in March 2025. Tripadvisor itself is financially healthy, but Liberty TripAdvisor Holdings lacks the cash to meet obligations without accessing Tripadvisor's funds. Potential resolutions include dividends from Tripadvisor, external funding, or bankruptcy, with the belief that a solution will be a catalyst for future gains. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaAnalysis Article • Nov 26
At US$14.21, Is It Time To Put Tripadvisor, Inc. (NASDAQ:TRIP) On Your Watch List?
While Tripadvisor, Inc. ( NASDAQ:TRIP ) might not have the largest market cap around , it received a lot of attention...Seeking Alpha • Nov 08
TripAdvisor: Isn't Worth The Trip; Sell
Summary TripAdvisor's stock plummeted after actively seeking a sale but failed to find a buyer, highlighting the market's (duly) skepticism about its competitive edge. Valuation challenges arise as profitable segments aren't growing and growing segments aren't profitable. TRIP is outcompeted by large competitors that enjoy network effects better. Its user-generated content is also challenged by AI tools and social media. Investment advice: TripAdvisor is not worth the trip. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaAnalysis Article • Oct 15
Tripadvisor, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:TRIP) Share Price Not Quite Adding Up
It's not a stretch to say that Tripadvisor, Inc.'s ( NASDAQ:TRIP ) price-to-sales (or "P/S") ratio of 1.1x right now...
New Narrative • Sep 11
Shifting To Sustainable Models And High-Engagement Products Fuels Growth In Travel Tech
Diversifying from traditional hotel offerings to focus on high engagement products and services reveals a strategy for sustainable revenue growth.Analysis Article • Aug 14
Shareholders Will Be Pleased With The Quality of Tripadvisor's (NASDAQ:TRIP) Earnings
Even though Tripadvisor, Inc. ( NASDAQ:TRIP ) posted strong earnings, investors appeared to be underwhelmed. We have...Seeking Alpha • Aug 05
Tripadvisor: High Conviction Buy -Will Heavy Tourist Activist Lead To Powerful Guidance
Summary Tripadvisor management's decision to terminate exploration of a company sale brought the stock back into play in May. Q2 expectations are muted due to a tough comp and the Early Easter holiday this year. The Olympics, the travel surge to parts of Europe including Spain, and the easier Q3 guidance raise the likelihood that TRIP shares rally after Q2 results are discussed. TRIP is my Top Pick at this moment. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaAnalysis Article • Aug 05
Does Tripadvisor (NASDAQ:TRIP) Have A Healthy Balance Sheet?
Legendary fund manager Li Lu (who Charlie Munger backed) once said, 'The biggest investment risk is not the volatility...Analysis Article • Jul 12
Be Wary Of Tripadvisor (NASDAQ:TRIP) And Its Returns On Capital
When it comes to investing, there are some useful financial metrics that can warn us when a business is potentially in...Analysis Article • May 09
Tripadvisor, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:TRIP) 33% Share Price Plunge Could Signal Some Risk
Tripadvisor, Inc. ( NASDAQ:TRIP ) shareholders won't be pleased to see that the share price has had a very rough month...Seeking Alpha • May 08
Tripadvisor Plummet On M&A Rejection Brings The Stock Back Into Play
Summary Tripadvisor shares have fallen over 35% after the company rejected the idea of being acquired in the near term. This provides an excelled opportunity for investors who believe in Tripadvisor's standalone business. Viator, a subsidiary of Tripadvisor, represents almost 50% of revenues and is a growth engine for the company. I'm very excited about the potential for this division. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaAnalysis Article • Apr 24
Is Tripadvisor (NASDAQ:TRIP) A Risky Investment?
Some say volatility, rather than debt, is the best way to think about risk as an investor, but Warren Buffett famously...Analysis Article • Apr 08
Why Tripadvisor, Inc. (NASDAQ:TRIP) Could Be Worth Watching
Tripadvisor, Inc. ( NASDAQ:TRIP ), is not the largest company out there, but it saw a significant share price rise of...Seeking Alpha • Mar 27
Tripadvisor: Appears Fully Valued After Takeover News
Summary Tripadvisor's stock performance has been underwhelming overall, with volatility over the past five years. The company's fundamentals are decent, with revenue back to pre-COVID levels and steady liquidity. Its tour business, Viator, could be a catalyst for future growth. Since the news of Apollo takeover interest broke, its share price has appreciated considerably, making it expensive today. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaAnalysis Article • Mar 24
Tripadvisor, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:TRIP) Intrinsic Value Is Potentially 46% Above Its Share Price
Key Insights Using the 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity, Tripadvisor fair value estimate is US$41.66 Current share...Analysis Article • Feb 14
Subdued Growth No Barrier To Tripadvisor, Inc. (NASDAQ:TRIP) With Shares Advancing 30%
The Tripadvisor, Inc. ( NASDAQ:TRIP ) share price has done very well over the last month, posting an excellent gain of...Revenue & Expenses Breakdown
Revenue & Expenses Breakdown
How Tripadvisor makes and spends money. Based on latest reported earnings, on an LTM basis.
Earnings and Revenue History
| Date | Revenue | Earnings | G+A Expenses | R&D Expenses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Mar 26 | 1,875 | 19 | 862 | 101 |
| 31 Dec 25 | 1,891 | 40 | 859 | 99 |
| 30 Sep 25 | 1,891 | 79 | 833 | 97 |
| 30 Jun 25 | 1,870 | 65 | 820 | 95 |
| 31 Mar 25 | 1,838 | 53 | 818 | 91 |
| 31 Dec 24 | 1,835 | 5 | 810 | 91 |
| 30 Sep 24 | 1,814 | 36 | 533 | -58 |
| 30 Jun 24 | 1,815 | 24 | 609 | -15 |
| 31 Mar 24 | 1,812 | 24 | 703 | 34 |
| 31 Dec 23 | 1,788 | 10 | 784 | 80 |
| 30 Sep 23 | 1,752 | -24 | 1,138 | 265 |
| 30 Jun 23 | 1,678 | -26 | 1,103 | 254 |
| 31 Mar 23 | 1,601 | -19 | 1,029 | 236 |
| 31 Dec 22 | 1,492 | 20 | 642 | 63 |
| 30 Sep 22 | 1,379 | -7 | 870 | 213 |
| 30 Jun 22 | 1,223 | -31 | 780 | 210 |
| 31 Mar 22 | 1,041 | -102 | 704 | 211 |
| 31 Dec 21 | 902 | -148 | 635 | 212 |
| 30 Sep 21 | 777 | -191 | 574 | 215 |
| 30 Jun 21 | 625 | -240 | 494 | 209 |
| 31 Mar 21 | 449 | -353 | 422 | 206 |
| 31 Dec 20 | 604 | -289 | 487 | 220 |
| 30 Sep 20 | 823 | -201 | 561 | 235 |
| 30 Jun 20 | 1,099 | -103 | 682 | 265 |
| 31 Mar 20 | 1,462 | 84 | 810 | 289 |
| 31 Dec 19 | 1,560 | 126 | 857 | 293 |
| 30 Sep 19 | 1,571 | 118 | 869 | 292 |
| 30 Jun 19 | 1,602 | 137 | 891 | 288 |
| 31 Mar 19 | 1,613 | 134 | 930 | 281 |
| 31 Dec 18 | 1,615 | 113 | 955 | 275 |
| 30 Sep 18 | 1,590 | 21 | 958 | 266 |
| 30 Jun 18 | 1,571 | -23 | 1,001 | 255 |
| 31 Mar 18 | 1,562 | -27 | 1,004 | 251 |
| 31 Dec 17 | 1,556 | -19 | 1,006 | 243 |
| 30 Sep 17 | 1,551 | 66 | 1,002 | 242 |
| 30 Jun 17 | 1,533 | 96 | 961 | 242 |
| 31 Mar 17 | 1,500 | 104 | 931 | 241 |
| 31 Dec 16 | 1,480 | 120 | 899 | 243 |
| 30 Sep 16 | 1,473 | 122 | 935 | 240 |
| 30 Jun 16 | 1,467 | 141 | 920 | 232 |
| 31 Mar 16 | 1,481 | 164 | 920 | 219 |
| 31 Dec 15 | 1,492 | 198 | 901 | 207 |
| 30 Sep 15 | 1,471 | 231 | 805 | 198 |
| 30 Jun 15 | 1,410 | 211 | 767 | 191 |
Quality Earnings: TRIP has a large one-off loss of $36.2M impacting its last 12 months of financial results to 31st March, 2026.
Growing Profit Margin: TRIP's current net profit margins (1%) are lower than last year (2.9%).
Free Cash Flow vs Earnings Analysis
Past Earnings Growth Analysis
Earnings Trend: TRIP has become profitable over the past 5 years, growing earnings by 81.3% per year.
Accelerating Growth: TRIP's has had negative earnings growth over the past year, so it can't be compared to its 5-year average.
Earnings vs Industry: TRIP had negative earnings growth (-64.9%) over the past year, making it difficult to compare to the Interactive Media and Services industry average (7.8%).
Return on Equity
High ROE: TRIP's Return on Equity (3%) is considered low.
Return on Assets
Return on Capital Employed
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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/05/07 14:16 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/07 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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Analyst Sources
Tripadvisor, Inc. is covered by 40 analysts. 14 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| Trevor Young | Barclays |
| Anthony DiClemente | Barclays |
| Frederick Moran | Benchmark Company |