Booking Holdings Inc.
S&P 500Last update: May 9, 2026 at 09:32
Dividend Safety Rating
BKNG's dividend appears safe and well-supported. Strengths include a 20.7% earnings payout ratio & 14.1% fcf payout ratio. Areas of concern: -2.2 debt-to-equity & -96.9% return on equity.
Based on 14 of 15 metrics
Strengths
- Earnings Payout Ratio: 20.7%Low earnings payout ratio leaves room to grow the dividend.
- FCF Payout Ratio: 14.1%Free cash flow comfortably covers the dividend.
- CFO Payout Ratio: 18.6%Operating cash flow strongly supports the payout.
Risks
- Debt-to-Equity: -2.2Debt-to-equity is elevated for the sector.
- Return on Equity: -96.9%Return on equity is below industry norms.
- Profit Margin Stability: VolatileProfit margins have been volatile.
Payout & Coverage
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SafeAbout Booking Holdings Inc.
Booking Holdings Inc. is a leading global online travel company founded in 1997 and headquartered in Norwalk, Connecticut. It operates as the world’s largest online travel agency by sales, providing comprehensive booking and payment services for a wide array of travel needs, including hotel and alternative accommodations, airline tickets, rental cars, restaurant reservations, cruises, experiences, and vacation packages. The company manages prominent branded platforms such as Booking.com, Agoda, OpenTable, Rentalcars.com, Kayak, and Momondo, with transaction fees from these online bookings forming the core of its revenue and profits. Primarily serving the consumer cyclical sector within travel services and hotels, resorts, and cruise lines industries, Booking Holdings Inc. employs approximately 24,800 people and maintains a significant market presence with a market capitalization exceeding US$157 billion. Through its innovative digital marketplaces, it facilitates seamless connections between travelers and service providers worldwide, playing a pivotal role in the digital transformation of the global travel and hospitality industry.
Dividend Overview
Dividend Yield
18.14%
Annual Dividend
$30.12
Frequency
Quarterly
Payout Ratio
20.73%
FCF Payout Ratio
14.08%
Stock Price
$165.93
52-Week Range
$150.62 – $233.58
Dividend History (2016–2025)
BKNG annual dividend per share and yield history
Earnings & Profitability
BKNG earnings per share and net profit margin
Key Dates
Next Ex-Dividend Date
June 5, 2026
Last Payment Date
March 31, 2026
Dividend Growth
3-Year Dividend CAGR
0.00%
5-Year Dividend CAGR
0.00%
10-Year Dividend CAGR
0.00%
3-Year Total Growth
0.00%
5-Year Total Growth
0.00%
10-Year Total Growth
0.00%
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