La vendita allo scoperto per Travelzoo dà agli investitori un'idea del grado in cui gli investitori stanno scommettendo sul declino delle azioni di Travelzoo. I dati relativi alle vendite allo scoperto vengono aggiornati ogni due settimane.

Travelzoo (NASDAQ:TZOO) Azioni, Report sulle vendite allo scoperto

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Travelzoo acts as a publisher of travel and entertainment offers. It operates in four segments. Travelzoo North America segment consists of operations in Canada and the U.S.; Travelzoo Europe segment consists of operations in France, Germany, Spain, and the U.K.; and Jack's Flight Club segment consists of subscription revenue from premium members to access and receive flight deals from Jack's Flight Club via email or via Android or Apple mobile applications; New Initiatives consists of Travelzoo's licensing activities in Asia Pacific territories. It derives its revenue through advertising fees including listing fees paid by travel, entertainment, and local businesses to advertise their offers on the company's media properties. Most of the company's revenue is derived from North America.

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Travelzoo shares are trading higher after Ascendiant Capital maintained a Buy rating on the stock and raised its price target from $18 to $23.

<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Trump Will Fix It&nbsp;</h3>
In my previous post (<a href="https://www.zerohedge.com/news/2024-11-06/post-trump-victory-trade">The Post-Trump Victory Trade</a>), I highlighted a half dozen stocks in which my subscribers and I had positions that had double digit gains the day after Trump&#8217;s election victory. In response, a commenter wrote, &#8220;Well, I didn&#8217;t like any of those trades, so I will stick to my Gold and Silver.&#8221;.&nbsp;
As it happened, the day after Trump&#8217;s victory, was also the day of the &#8220;<a href="https://www.zerohedge.com/the-market-ear/great-gold-puke">Great Gold Puke</a>&#8220;, as The Market Ear put it:&nbsp;
<blockquote class="wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow"><h3 class="wp-block-heading">All good things&#8230;</h3>
&#8230;.must come to an end. Gold is puking, putting in the biggest down candle in forever as it breaks below the short term trend channel. The 50 day comes in around $2635, and the bigger trend line around $2600.
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Why would gold tumble after Trump&#8217;s victory? Perhaps there&#8217;s a clue in the Trump campaign&#8217;s slogan, &#8220;Trump will fix it&#8221;. One of the things Trump will fix is the elevated geopolitical risk the world has seen over the last few years, starting with the Russia-Ukraine War, and extending to the wars in the Mideast between Israel and Hamas, and Israel and Iran, and tensions between China and Taiwan.&nbsp;
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Geopolitical Risk Is Already Starting To Ebb</h3>
The geopolitical risk premium is a key factor influencing the price of precious metals like gold and silver, as they are traditionally seen as a haven during times of instability and war. Given that, note what has happened since Trump&#8217;s victory:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Hamas <a href="https://x.com/DonaldJTrumpJr/status/1854516506169585796">has called for</a> an end to its war with Israel. </li>
<li>Russian President Vladimir Putin&nbsp;<a href="https://www.zerohedge.com/geopolitical/putin-praises-courageous-trump-hints-ukraine-talks-phone-call-likely">has congratulated Trump</a>&nbsp;on his victory, praised Trump&#8217;s bravery during the first assassination attempt on him, and expressed an openness toward talks aimed at ending the Ukraine war. Peace between the U.S. and Russia would facilitate peace in the Mideast and elsewhere, given Russia&#8217;s ties to Iran, China, and other key countries.&nbsp;</li>
<li>China&#8217;s President Xi <a href="https://x.com/XHNews/status/1854396381982830623">also extended congratulations</a> and an olive branch to Trump.</li>
</ul>
If Trump succeeds in ending the wars in Eastern Europe and the Mideast, and calming tensions across the Taiwan Strait, that would further reduce gold&#8217;s geopolitical risk premium.&nbsp;
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">The Deflationary Potential Of Trump&#8217;s Domestic Policies </h3>
You&#8217;re probably thinking now that even if peace starts to break out, high inflation is baked into the cake because of government spending, and that should boost the price of gold. Consider, though, the deflationary potential of Trump&#8217;s proposed policies, and those of his close allies.&nbsp;&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Trump&#8217;s tariffs. Critics of tariffs often point out that they are, effectively, a regressive tax on domestic consumers. This is actually true, and like all regressive taxes, they are deflationary. Just as throwing money and low income Americans boosted inflation during COVID, an effective regressive tax on them would cool inflation.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Trump&#8217;s deportations.&nbsp;Deporting millions of illegal aliens&#8211;or deporting a smaller number and prompting millions more to self-deport&#8211;will have a deflationary effect on sectors such as housing, as there will be fewer consumers competing for the same number of homes.&nbsp;</li>
<li>RFK, Jr.&#8217;s campaign against chronic disease. Every case of diabetes and other chronic diseases RFK, Jr. can prevent with changes to American food policy means a reduction of tens of thousands, if not hundreds of thousands of dollars in health care spending. That would cool healthcare inflation.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Elon Musk&#8217;s Department Of Government Efficiency. Elon Musk has spoken about slashing the number of federal employees (something Vivek Ramaswamy pointed out could be done while avoiding Civil Service regulations) and cutting government waste. That would be deflationary too.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Much Of This Is Likely To Happen&nbsp;</h3>
We all remember how Trump was stymied in his first term, but he is in a much stronger position now. He won a landslide victory, and is now the undisputed leader of the Republican Party. Plus, he has much smarter, and more competent people on his side now, such as Elon Musk. None of this is particularly good for gold and silver prices.&nbsp;
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Taking My Own Counsel&nbsp;</h3>
On Thursday, I exited the two gold positions I had, in&nbsp;Olra Mining&nbsp;(ORLA) and IAMGOLD&nbsp;(IAG), as you can see below, in my list of trade exits for this week.&nbsp;
Stocks or Exchange Traded Products
<ol>
<li>Lantheus Holdings&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LNTH#NASDAQ">LNTH</a>). Bought at $94.84 on&nbsp;<a href="https://portfolioarmor.substack.com/p/top-names-8152024/comment/65674302" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">8/16/2024</a>; stopped out at $96.99 on&nbsp;<a href="https://portfolioarmor.substack.com/p/top-names-8152024/comment/75900731" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">11/6/2024</a>.&nbsp;Profit: 2.3%.</li>
<li>Orla Mining&nbsp;(<a href="https://substack.com/discover/stocks/ORLA" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">ORLA 4.11%↑</a>). Bought for an effective price of $2.90 on&nbsp;<a href="https://portfolioarmor.substack.com/p/an-oversold-gold-miner" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">11/17/2023</a>&nbsp;(I sold $5 strike puts on it for $2.10, and those puts exercised on 11/17/2023); sold for $4.60 on&nbsp;<a href="https://portfolioarmor.substack.com/p/an-oversold-gold-miner/comment/76086457" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">11/7/2024</a>.&nbsp;Profit: 59%.</li>
</ol>
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<li>Call spread on&nbsp;Super Micro Computer&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SMCI#NASDAQ">SMCI</a>). Entered at a net debit of $0.33 on&nbsp;<a href="https://portfolioarmor.substack.com/p/trade-alert-ai-da2" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">11/4/2024</a>; will expire worthless on 11/8/2024.&nbsp;Loss: 100%.</li>
<li>Calls on&nbsp;IAMGOLD&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IAG#NYSE">IAG</a>). Bought for $0.75 on&nbsp;<a href="https://portfolioarmor.substack.com/p/trade-alert-top-names-gold" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">10/8/2024</a>; sold (second half) for $1.15 on&nbsp;<a href="https://portfolioarmor.substack.com/p/trade-alert-top-names-gold/comment/76091886" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">11/7/2024</a>.&nbsp;Profit: 53%.</li>
<li>Calls on&nbsp;Emergent BioSolutions&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EBS#NYSE">EBS</a>). Bought for $2.05 on&nbsp;<a href="https://portfolioarmor.substack.com/p/trade-alert-biotech" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">8/30/2024</a>; sold for $4.10 on&nbsp;<a href="https://portfolioarmor.substack.com/p/trade-alert-biotech/comment/76086955" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">11/7/2024</a>.&nbsp;Profit: 100%.</li>
<li>Call spread on TG Therapeutics (<a href="https://substack.com/discover/stocks/TGTX" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">TGTX 2.33%↑</a>). Entered at net debit of $0.33 on <a href="https://portfolioarmor.substack.com/p/trade-alert-biotech" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">8/30/2024</a>; exited at a net credit of $0.94 on <a href="https://portfolioarmor.substack.com/p/trade-alert-biotech/comment/76253379" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">11/8/2024</a>. Profit: 184%.</li>
<li>Call spread on&nbsp;Tesla&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>). Entered at a net debit of $1.63 on&nbsp;<a href="https://portfolioarmor.substack.com/p/trade-alert-evs/comment/76235063" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">4/8/2024</a>; exited at net credit of $4.74 on&nbsp;<a href="https://portfolioarmor.substack.com/p/trade-alert-evs/comment/76235063" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">11/8/2024</a>.&nbsp;Profit: 191%.</li>
<li>Call spread on&nbsp;Innodata&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INOD#NASDAQ">INOD</a>). Entered at $0.33 on&nbsp;<a href="https://portfolioarmor.substack.com/p/trade-alert-top-names-24f" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">8/13/2024</a>; exited at $0.97 on&nbsp;<a href="https://portfolioarmor.substack.com/p/trade-alert-top-names-24f/comment/76235562" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">11/8/2024</a>.&nbsp;Profit: 194%.</li>
<li>Call spread on&nbsp;Powell Industries&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/POWL#NASDAQ">POWL</a>). Entered at a net debit of $1.60 on&nbsp;<a href="https://portfolioarmor.substack.com/p/trade-alert-small-cap-industrial" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">8/13/2024</a>; exited at a net credit of $4.75 on&nbsp;<a href="https://portfolioarmor.substack.com/p/trade-alert-small-cap-industrial/comment/76088210" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">11/7/2024</a>.&nbsp;Profit: 197%.</li>
<li>Calls on&nbsp;Travelzoo&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TZOO#NASDAQ">TZOO</a>). Bought at $1 on&nbsp;<a href="https://portfolioarmor.substack.com/p/trade-alert-small-cap-crypto" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">7/23/2024</a>; sold (half) at $8.30 on&nbsp;<a href="https://portfolioarmor.substack.com/p/trade-alert-small-cap-crypto/comment/75897738" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">11/6/2024</a>.&nbsp;Profit: 730%.</li>
</ol>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Post-Trump Victory Trade We&#8217;re Buying Now</h2>
Trump&#8217;s victory means China is going to have to stimulate its economy more aggressively (because it won&#8217;t be able to export as much to the U.S. with Trump&#8217;s tariff).&nbsp;
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">&quot;Donald Trump's second US presidency is likely to prompt aggressive China stimulus&quot; &#8211; Devan Kaloo, global head of equities at abrdn <a href="https://t.co/hVPBus1Bde">https://t.co/hVPBus1Bde</a>
&mdash; zerohedge (@zerohedge) <a href="https://twitter.com/zerohedge/status/1854379142952726692?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 7, 2024</a></blockquote>
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That stimulus will boost companies doing business in China&#8217;s domestic market. One of those companies hit our&nbsp;<a href="https://portfolioarmor.substack.com/p/top-names-1172024">top ten names</a>&nbsp;last night, and my subscribers and I placed a trade on it today.&nbsp;
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Ascendiant Capital analyst Edward Woo maintains Travelzoo (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TZOO#NASDAQ">TZOO</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $18 to $23.

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Ascendiant Capital Maintains Buy on Travelzoo, Raises Price Target to $23

As of Nov. 4, 2024, four stocks in the communication services sector could be flashing a real warning to investors who value momentum as a key criteria in their trading decisions.
The RSI is a momentum indicator, which compares a stock&#8217;s strength on days when prices go up to its strength on days when prices go down. When compared to a stock&#8217;s price action, it can give traders a better sense of how a stock may perform in the short term. An asset is typically considered overbought when the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/rsi">RSI is above 70</a>, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>. 
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Travelzoo (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TZOO#NASDAQ">TZOO</a>)</h3>
<ul>
<li>On Oct. 23, Travelzoo announced better-than-expected third-quarter EPS results and a repurchase program for up to one million shares. &#8220;We will continue to leverage Travelzoo&#8217;s global reach, trusted brand, and strong relationships with top travel suppliers to negotiate more Club Offers for members,&#8221; said Holger Bartel, Travelzoo&#8217;s Global CEO. The company's stock gained around 51% over the past month and has a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/TZOO">52-week high of $18.22</a>.</li>
<li>RSI Value: 76.91&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>TZOO Price Action: Shares of Travelzoo gained 2.9% to close at $17.59 on Friday.</li>
</ul>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Integral Ad Science Holding Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IAS#NASDAQ">IAS</a>)</h3>
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<li>Integral Ad Science will report its third quarter 2024 financial results after the market close on Tuesday, Nov. 12. The company's stock gained around 15% over the past month and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/IAS">has a 52-week high </a>of $17.53.</li>
<li>RSI Value: 70.29</li>
<li>IAS Price Action: Shares of Integral Ad Science gained 0.5% to close at $11.90 on Friday.</li>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Snap Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SNAP#NYSE">SNAP</a>)</h3>
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<li>On Oct. 29, Snap reported third-quarter revenue of $1.373 billion, beating the consensus estimate of $1.358 billion, according to Benzinga Pro. The social media company reported adjusted earnings of 8 cents per share, beating analyst estimates of 5 cents per share. "I'm proud of the team's progress this quarter, delivering strong community growth and deepening engagement while driving improved financial performance," said Evan Spiegel, CEO of Snap. The company's stock gained around 18% over the past five days and has a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/SNAP">52-week high</a> of $17.90.</li>
<li>RSI Value: 70.50</li>
<li>SNAP Price Action: Shares of Snap gained 3% to close at $12.53 on Friday.</li>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Roblox Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RBLX#NYSE">RBLX</a>)</h3>
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<li>On Oct. 31, Roblox reported fiscal third-quarter 2024 bookings growth of 34% year-on-year to $1.13 billion, beating the analyst consensus estimate of $1.02 billion. "In the third quarter of 2024, our key financial and operating metrics grew at high rates and in all cases were above the guidance we delivered on our Q2 2024 earnings call with significant year-over-year growth in revenue of 29%, bookings of 34%, DAUs of 27% and Hours engaged of 29%," said Michael Guthrie, chief financial officer of Roblox. The company's stock jumped around 20% over the past five days and has a 52-week high is $52.65.</li>
<li>RSI Value: 78.46</li>
<li>RBLX Price Action: Shares of Roblox slipped 0.5% to close at $51.44 on Friday. </li>
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Barrington Research analyst James Goss maintains Travelzoo (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TZOO#NASDAQ">TZOO</a>) with a Outperform and raises the price target from $15 to $17.

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Travelzoo shares are trading higher after the company announced better-than-expected Q3 EPS results and a repurchase program for up to one million shares.

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Travelzoo (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TZOO#NASDAQ">TZOO</a>) is preparing to release its quarterly earnings on Wednesday, 2024-10-23. Here's a brief overview of what investors should keep in mind before the announcement.
Analysts expect Travelzoo to report an earnings per share (EPS) of $0.19.
The market awaits Travelzoo's announcement, with hopes high for news of surpassing estimates and providing upbeat guidance for the next quarter.
It's important for new investors to understand that guidance can be a significant driver of stock prices.
<h3>Performance in Previous Earnings</h3>
Last quarter the company beat EPS by $0.01, which was followed by a 7.49% increase in the share price the next day.

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<h3>Performance of Travelzoo Shares</h3>
Shares of Travelzoo were trading at $12.56 as of October 18. Over the last 52-week period, shares are up 83.4%. Given that these returns are generally positive, long-term shareholders should be satisfied going into this earnings release. 
<h3>Analyst Observations about Travelzoo</h3>
For investors, staying informed about market sentiments and expectations in the industry is paramount. This analysis provides an exploration of the latest insights on Travelzoo.
With 4 analyst ratings, Travelzoo has a consensus rating of Buy. The average one-year price target is $20.0, indicating a potential 59.24% upside.
<h3>Peer Ratings Overview</h3>
This comparison focuses on the analyst ratings and average 1-year price targets of and Travelzoo, three major players in the industry, shedding light on their relative performance expectations and market positioning.
<h3>Overview of Peer Analysis</h3>
In the peer analysis summary, key metrics for and Travelzoo are highlighted, providing an understanding of their respective standings within the industry and offering insights into their market positions and comparative performance.

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<th>Company</th>
<th>Consensus</th>
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<td>Travelzoo</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>0.06%</td>
<td>$18.62M</td>
<td>115.42%</td>
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</tbody>
</table>

Key Takeaway:
Travelzoo ranks at the top for Revenue Growth among its peers. It is in the middle for Gross Profit. For Return on Equity, Travelzoo is also in the middle. Overall, Travelzoo's performance is strong in Revenue Growth compared to its peers.
<h3>Get to Know Travelzoo Better</h3>
Travelzoo acts as a publisher of travel and entertainment offers. It operates in four segments. Travelzoo North America segment consists of operations in Canada and the U.S.; Travelzoo Europe segment consists of operations in France, Germany, Spain, and the U.K.; and Jack's Flight Club segment consists of subscription revenue from premium members to access and receive flight deals from Jack's Flight Club via email or via Android or Apple mobile applications; New Initiatives consists of Travelzoo's licensing activities in Asia Pacific territories. It derives its revenue through advertising fees including listing fees paid by travel, entertainment, and local businesses to advertise their offers on the company's media properties. Most of the company's revenue is derived from North America.
<h3>A Deep Dive into Travelzoo's Financials</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: The company's market capitalization is below the industry average, suggesting that it is relatively smaller compared to peers. This could be due to various factors, including perceived growth potential or operational scale.
Revenue Growth: Travelzoo's remarkable performance in 3 months is evident. As of 30 June, 2024, the company achieved an impressive revenue growth rate of 0.06%. This signifies a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company trails behind with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Communication Services sector.
Net Margin: The company's net margin is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive net margin of 13.85%, the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost control.
Return on Equity (ROE): Travelzoo's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional ROE, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable ROE of 115.42%, the company showcases efficient use of equity capital and strong financial health.
Return on Assets (ROA): Travelzoo's ROA excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 5.51%. This signifies efficient management of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: Travelzoo's debt-to-equity ratio stands notably higher than the industry average, reaching 9.04. This indicates a heavier reliance on borrowed funds, raising concerns about financial leverage.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/TZOO/earnings">To track all earnings releases for Travelzoo visit their earnings calendar on our site.</a>
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What to Expect from Travelzoo's Earnings

Across the recent three months, 4 analysts have shared their insights on Travelzoo (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TZOO#NASDAQ">TZOO</a>), expressing a variety of opinions spanning from bullish to bearish.
The table below summarizes their recent ratings, showcasing the evolving sentiments within the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
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<th style="text-align: right;">Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Indifferent</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bearish</th>
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<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
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<td>Last 30D</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
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<td>1M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
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<td>2M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
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<td>3M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
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Analysts provide deeper insights through their assessments of 12-month price targets, revealing an average target of $20.0, a high estimate of $35.00, and a low estimate of $12.00. Marking an increase of 46.31%, the current average surpasses the previous average price target of $13.67. 
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<h2>Diving into Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Exploration</h2>
A clear picture of Travelzoo's perception among financial experts is painted with a thorough analysis of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
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<th>Analyst Firm</th>
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<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
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<td>James Goss</td>
<td>Barrington Research</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$15.00</td>
<td>$12.00</td>
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<td>Theodore O'Neill</td>
<td>Litchfield Hills</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$35.00</td>
<td>-</td>
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<td>Edward Woo</td>
<td>Ascendiant Capital</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$18.00</td>
<td>$17.00</td>
</tr>
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<td>James Goss</td>
<td>Barrington Research</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$12.00</td>
<td>$12.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
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<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
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<li>Action Taken: Responding to changing market dynamics and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their response to recent developments related to Travelzoo. This offers insight into analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Providing a comprehensive analysis, analysts offer qualitative assessments, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings reflect expectations for the relative performance of Travelzoo compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Delving into movements, analysts provide estimates for the future value of Travelzoo's stock. This analysis reveals shifts in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Understanding these analyst evaluations alongside key financial indicators can offer valuable insights into Travelzoo's market standing. Stay informed and make well-considered decisions with our Ratings Table.
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<h2>Get to Know Travelzoo Better</h2>
Travelzoo acts as a publisher of travel and entertainment offers. It operates in four segments. Travelzoo North America segment consists of operations in Canada and the U.S.; Travelzoo Europe segment consists of operations in France, Germany, Spain, and the U.K.; and Jack's Flight Club segment consists of subscription revenue from premium members to access and receive flight deals from Jack's Flight Club via email or via Android or Apple mobile applications; New Initiatives consists of Travelzoo's licensing activities in Asia Pacific territories. It derives its revenue through advertising fees including listing fees paid by travel, entertainment, and local businesses to advertise their offers on the company's media properties. Most of the company's revenue is derived from North America.
<h3>Key Indicators: Travelzoo's Financial Health</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: Reflecting a smaller scale, the company's market capitalization is positioned below industry averages. This could be attributed to factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.
Revenue Growth: Over the 3 months period, Travelzoo showcased positive performance, achieving a revenue growth rate of 0.06% as of 30 June, 2024. This reflects a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company encountered difficulties, with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Communication Services sector.
Net Margin: Travelzoo's net margin surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 13.85% net margin, the company effectively manages costs and achieves strong profitability.
Return on Equity (ROE): Travelzoo's ROE surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 115.42% ROE, the company effectively utilizes shareholder equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): Travelzoo's ROA excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 5.51%. This signifies efficient management of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: Travelzoo's debt-to-equity ratio surpasses industry norms, standing at 9.04. This suggests the company carries a substantial amount of debt, posing potential financial challenges.
<h2>The Basics of Analyst Ratings</h2>
Analysts work in banking and financial systems and typically specialize in reporting for stocks or defined sectors. Analysts may attend company conference calls and meetings, research company financial statements, and communicate with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically rate each stock once per quarter.
Some analysts publish their predictions for metrics such as growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide additional guidance with their ratings. When using analyst ratings, it is important to keep in mind that stock and sector analysts are also human and are only offering their opinions to investors.
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Analyst Scoreboard: 4 Ratings For Travelzoo

Barrington Research analyst James Goss maintains Travelzoo (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TZOO#NASDAQ">TZOO</a>) with a Outperform and raises the price target from $12 to $15.

Barrington Research Maintains Outperform on Travelzoo, Raises Price Target to $15

Small-cap stocks faced a challenging environment for the last several years as inflation and high interest rates dampened lending opportunities. These companies&mdash;which are often in the early stages of development and lack stability&mdash;rely heavily on debt to fuel their growth.
Fortunately for the small-cap space, the Federal Reserve&#39;s September rate cut of 50 basis points is a welcome relief that should make borrowing more accessible. The fact that the Fed has signaled that additional rate cuts are likely in the months to come makes the coming economic environment look all the more appealing for small-cap companies.
In anticipation of lowered rates, the small-cap-focused Russell 2000 Index is up by more than a quarter in the last year. While the increasingly favorable rate landscape should be a boon to small-caps in general, some companies will benefit more than others. Investors looking to small-cap stocks should consider a range of fundamentals and analyst forecasts.
<h2>TZOO: Shift to Paid Model Has Driven Stock Rally</h2>
Travelzoo Inc. (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/tzoo#NASDAQ">TZOO</a>) provides a variety of websites and mobile apps relating to travel. The firm instituted a $40 annual membership fee at the start of 2024 after previously providing a similar set of services for free. While the shift to a fee-based subscription undoubtedly upset some members, the benefits for the company have so far dramatically outweighed the costs: the firm has yet to see a year-over-year drop in quarterly revenue and maintained more than 30 million members as of the end of the second quarter.
To be sure, Travelzoo has not yet completed its transition to a fee-based service. The company plans to monetize 95% of its existing member base through paid subscriptions by the beginning of 2025. This plan has fueled investor optimism in recent months, and Travelzoo shares have surged by almost 30% year-to-date and 130% in the last year. What&#39;s more, based on a forward P/E ratio of 12.6 and projected earnings growth of 17.5%, the company may still have plenty of room to grow.
<h2>FBRT: REIT With Strong Projected Growth</h2>
The residential real estate market broadly stands to benefit from reduced interest rates, as buyers have an easier time accessing mortgages, and sellers are more motivated to offload when they have the prospect of a relatively low mortgage rate as well. Franklin BSP Realty Trust Inc. (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/fbrt#NYSE">FBRT</a>) invests in residential mortgage pass-through securities, making it especially likely to benefit from a boost to home sales.
This real estate investment trust (REIT) has strong new commitments of well over $600 million in the most recent quarter, and cash on hand to be able to repurchase 3 million shares during that period as well. Its dividend payment history is strong and it has a dividend yield of 11.2%. Analysts project earnings to grow by more than 24% and see upside potential of more than 21%, too.
<h2>AURA: Positive Trial Results Fuel Optimism</h2>
Clinical-stage biotech firm Aura Biosciences Inc. (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/aura#NASDAQ">AURA</a>) has had a tumultuous year with a number of brief spikes in stock price, though shares are down about 5% in the last 12 months as of October 10. Still, analysts are widely optimistic about the company, as AURA shares enjoy a &quot;buy&quot; rating and a consensus price target of $21.67, more than 160% above current levels.
Driving this optimism is the company&#39;s recent positive results from its Phase 2 study of bel-sar, a treatment for certain types of ocular cancers. These results showed strong tumor control rates and vision preservation among patients, as well as a favorable safety profile.
<h2>Risk vs. Reward for Small-Cap Stocks</h2>
Small-cap stocks tend to be riskier investments than larger, well-established companies, but they can also offer the prospect of outsized returns when they succeed. Managing risk in the small-cap space also depends on the type of company, the industry and sector, and other factors. Biotechnology companies like Aura, for example, may remain unprofitable for a long period of time before seeing top- and bottom-line (and share price) spikes based on the success of a new drug treatment. This may make firms like this even more volatile than other small-cap companies.
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Groupon, Inc. (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/grpn#NASDAQ">GRPN</a>) has seen its stock decline 25.2% year to date (YTD) against the Zacks Internet-Commerce industry&#39;s growth of 22.9%, the broader retail sector&#39;s return of 19.4% and the S&amp;P 500 index&#39;s rally of 20%.
GRPN, which has emerged as a two-sided global marketplace company, has been suffering from its weakening momentum in the international market. Unexpected site stability issues related to its cloud migration project have also been heavily affecting the company&#39;s performance.
Groupon&#39;s business model makes it heavily dependent on daily deals, which is a major headwind. Since most of the offerings are consumer discretionary products, demand is heavily dependent on macroeconomic conditions. Given this, the ongoing market uncertainties, persistent inflation, looming recessionary fears, changing consumer demand and spending patterns are dampening the company&#39;s near-term prospects.
<h2>Year-to-Date Price Performance</h2>
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GRPN&#39;s bearish guidance is a negative. For 2024, the company expects revenues between $495 million and $515 million, indicating a year-over-year change between (4%) and 0%. The Zacks Consensus Estimates for 2024 revenues is pegged at $514.51 million, implying a year-over-year decline of 0.1%.
The company operates in a highly competitive market, wherein it faces significant competition from the likes of Yelp (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/yelp#NYSE">YELP</a>), Rakuten, Travelzoo (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/tzoo#NASDAQ">TZOO</a>) and Wowcher.
Groupon&#39;s solid momentum in its marketplace platform and strength in its e-commerce business model are major positives. Its large-scale global operations and growing relationship with third-party merchants reflect the company&#39;s upside potential, which bodes well for its long-term prospects.
Given the YTD dip in GRPN shares, investors are questioning whether this is the right time to buy the stock. Let us explore this in more detail.
<h2>E-commerce Strategies to Drive GRPN&#39;s Prospects</h2>
Groupon, through its e-commerce platform, offers numerous deals that can be accessed by users anywhere at any time.
GRPN&#39;s strategy to build a trusted marketplace, wherein customers purchase local services and experiences, is a major positive. For this, the company&#39;s growing efforts to build long-term relationships with local merchants to strengthen its inventory selection remain noteworthy.
It strives to deliver enhanced customer experience through inventory curation and improved convenience in order to boost purchase frequency on its platform.
To strengthen the platform, the company is lifting restrictions on its deeply discounted deals and is enabling customers to purchase such deals more than once to improve the frequency and drive growth in billings.
Growing momentum across the North America region has been driving growth in the company&#39;s Local segment, which contributes the most to GRPN&#39;s total revenues and remains crucial for its e-commerce business. In second-quarter 2024, Local revenues were $114.1 million (92% of total revenues), driven by North America Local revenues, which grew 7.3% year over year.
Groupon&#39;s long-term prospects rest upon its ability to offer more innovative products and build a broader Local e-commerce platform.&nbsp;
The company&#39;s strengthening supply drivers for North America Local are tailwinds. Groupon is witnessing growing traction among large enterprise merchants, thanks to expanding 
relationships with existing partners, and the addition of brands to the platform.
GRPN&#39;s initiatives to remove lower-quality deals from its site that do not align with the brand promise are a plus. Groupon also made substantial progress in curating its deals, with an enhanced presentation, improved deal copy and better images.
Solid demand for family-friendly activities, ranging from trampoline parks and bowling alleys to amusement parks and water parks, is another positive. The company expects to see continued growth in these areas in the days ahead.
Growing momentum in Groupon&#39;s latest initiative called Flash Sale, which was tested first in first-quarter 2024 with one enterprise merchant, is noteworthy. The Flash Sale concept boosted its performance and, hence, the company expanded this program in second-quarter 2024, running over a dozen flash sales with existing merchants to drive performance and boost engagement on its site. Although the initiative is fresh and new, it reflects the company&#39;s potential to expand its business by developing products to cross-sell and up-sell into its supply base.
Groupon&#39;s AI initiative is a major plus. AI integration has enabled it to improve the copywriting of its deals and deal creation process. It leverages AI on projects in product and engineering to improve deal recommendation and quality assurance. Improvements in enterprise sales organization and process changes, combined with value proposition changes, continue to contribute to growth in its enterprise accounts.
<h2>Upward Earnings Trend Paints Bright Picture for GRPN</h2>
Investors are turning bullish about Groupon&#39;s upside potential, which is reflected in the upward revisions in earnings estimates.
For 2024, the Zacks Consensus Estimate for earnings is pegged at 47 cents per share, whereas the company reported a 2023 loss of 52 cents. The estimate has been revised upward by 56.7% over the past 60 days.
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<h2>Attractive Valuation: A Silver Lining for GRPN</h2>
Groupon is currently trading at a discount with a forward 12-month Price/Sales of 0.7X compared with the industry&#39;s 1.72X and lower than the median of 0.84X. This indicates an excellent opportunity for investors.
GRPN also has a Value Score of B, which is hard to ignore.
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<h2>Conclusion</h2>
Despite near-term hurdles, Groupon&#39;s strong marketplace, robust e-commerce business model, growing merchants base and solid supply drivers present a solid investment opportunity for growth-seeking investors.
Its attractive valuation and Growth Score of A make a compelling case for buying the GRPN stock at its current levels.
Groupon sports a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) at present.
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Groupon Shares Decline 25.2% YTD: Should You Buy the Dip Right Now?

On September 26, a recent SEC filing unveiled that AZZURRO CAPITAL INC, 10% Owner at Travelzoo (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TZOO#NASDAQ">TZOO</a>) made an insider sell.
What Happened: A Form 4 filing from the <a href="https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/0001133311/000162828024041386//Archives/edgar/data/1133311/000162828024041386/0001628280-24-041386-index.htm">U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission</a> on Thursday showed that INC sold 37,500 shares of Travelzoo. The total transaction amounted to $487,125. 
Travelzoo shares are trading up 7.21% at $13.25 at the time of this writing on Friday morning.
<h3>Discovering Travelzoo: A Closer Look</h3>
Travelzoo acts as a publisher of travel and entertainment offers. It operates in four segments. Travelzoo North America segment consists of operations in Canada and the U.S.; Travelzoo Europe segment consists of operations in France, Germany, Spain, and the U.K.; and Jack's Flight Club segment consists of subscription revenue from premium members to access and receive flight deals from Jack's Flight Club via email or via Android or Apple mobile applications; New Initiatives consists of Travelzoo's licensing activities in Asia Pacific territories. It derives its revenue through advertising fees including listing fees paid by travel, entertainment, and local businesses to advertise their offers on the company's media properties. Most of the company's revenue is derived from North America.
<h3>Travelzoo: A Financial Overview</h3>
Revenue Growth: Travelzoo displayed positive results in 3 months. As of 30 June, 2024, the company achieved a solid revenue growth rate of approximately 0.06%. This indicates a notable increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company surpassed expectations with a growth rate higher than the average among peers in the Communication Services sector.
Key Profitability Indicators:
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Gross Margin: With a high gross margin of 88.08%, the company demonstrates effective cost control and strong profitability relative to its peers.
</li>
<li>
Earnings per Share (EPS): Travelzoo's EPS is a standout, portraying a positive bottom-line trend that exceeds the industry average with a current EPS of 0.23.
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Debt Management: Travelzoo's debt-to-equity ratio surpasses industry norms, standing at 9.04. This suggests the company carries a substantial amount of debt, posing potential financial challenges.
Exploring Valuation Metrics Landscape:
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Price to Earnings (P/E) Ratio: Travelzoo's P/E ratio of 13.29 is below the industry average, suggesting the stock may be undervalued.
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Price to Sales (P/S) Ratio: The current P/S ratio of 2.01 is above industry norms, reflecting an elevated valuation for Travelzoo's stock and potential overvaluation based on sales performance.
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EV/EBITDA Analysis (Enterprise Value to its Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation &amp; Amortization): Travelzoo's EV/EBITDA ratio stands at 7.92, surpassing industry benchmarks. This places the company in a position with a higher-than-average market valuation.
</li>
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Market Capitalization Analysis: Positioned below industry benchmarks, the company's market capitalization faces constraints in size. This could be influenced by factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.
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<h3>Uncovering the Importance of Insider Activity</h3>
Insider transactions shouldn't be used primarily to make an investing decision, however, they can be an important factor for an investor to consider.
In legal terms, an "insider" refers to any officer, director, or beneficial owner of more than ten percent of a company's equity securities registered under Section 12 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This can include executives in the c-suite and large hedge funds. These insiders are required to let the public know of their transactions via a Form 4 filing, which must be filed within two business days of the transaction.
When a company insider makes a new purchase, that is an indication that they expect the stock to rise.
Insider sells, on the other hand, can be made for a variety of reasons, and may not necessarily mean that the seller thinks the stock will go down. 
<h3>Understanding Crucial Transaction Codes</h3>
For <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/investing-tools">investors</a>, a primary focus lies on transactions occurring in the open market, as indicated in Table I of the Form 4 filing. A P in Box 3 denotes a purchase, while S signifies a sale. Transaction code C signals the conversion of an option, and transaction code A denotes a grant, award, or other acquisition of securities from the company.
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Insider Unloading: AZZURRO CAPITAL INC Sells $487K Worth Of Travelzoo Shares

As of Sept. 17, 2024, two stocks in the communication services sector could be flashing a real warning to investors who value momentum as a key criteria in their trading decisions.
The RSI is a momentum indicator, which compares a stock&#8217;s strength on days when prices go up to its strength on days when prices go down. When compared to a stock&#8217;s price action, it can give traders a better sense of how a stock may perform in the short term. An asset is typically considered overbought when the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/rsi">RSI is above 70</a>, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>. 
Here's the latest list of major overbought players in this sector.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Travelzoo (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TZOO#NASDAQ">TZOO</a>)</h3>
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<li>On Sept. 4. Litchfield Hills analyst Theodore O&#8217;Neill initiated coverage on Travelzoo with a Buy rating and announced a price target of $35.. The company's stock gained around 16% over the past month and has a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/TZOO">52-week high of $15.23</a>.</li>
<li>RSI Value: 73.82&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>TZOO Price Action: Shares of Travelzoo fell 4% to close at $14.32 on Monday.</li>
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<li>Roblox recently announced multiple upcoming changes to encourage more traditional game developers. The company's stock gained around 13% over the past month and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/RBLX">has a 52-week high</a> of $47.50.</li>
<li>RSI Value: 70.90</li>
<li>RBLX Price Action: Shares of Roblox gained 0.8% to close at $46.24 on Monday. </li>
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Across the recent three months, 4 analysts have shared their insights on Travelzoo (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TZOO#NASDAQ">TZOO</a>), expressing a variety of opinions spanning from bullish to bearish.
The following table encapsulates their recent ratings, offering a glimpse into the evolving sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
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<th style="text-align: right;">Bullish</th>
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The 12-month price targets, analyzed by analysts, offer insights with an average target of $19.25, a high estimate of $35.00, and a low estimate of $12.00. This upward trend is evident, with the current average reflecting a 40.82% increase from the previous average price target of $13.67.
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1725480027_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Understanding Analyst Ratings: A Comprehensive Breakdown</h2>
A clear picture of Travelzoo's perception among financial experts is painted with a thorough analysis of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
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<tr>
<td>Theodore O'Neill</td>
<td>Litchfield Hills</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$35.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Edward Woo</td>
<td>Ascendiant Capital</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$18.00</td>
<td>$17.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>James Goss</td>
<td>Barrington Research</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$12.00</td>
<td>$12.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>James Goss</td>
<td>Barrington Research</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$12.00</td>
<td>$12.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts frequently update their recommendations based on evolving market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to Travelzoo. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Gaining insights, analysts provide qualitative assessments, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings reflect expectations for the relative performance of Travelzoo compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts navigate through adjustments in price targets, providing estimates for Travelzoo's future value. Comparing current and prior targets offers insights into analysts' evolving expectations.</li>
</ul>
For valuable insights into Travelzoo's market performance, consider these analyst evaluations alongside crucial financial indicators. Stay well-informed and make prudent decisions using our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/TZOO/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Travelzoo analyst ratings.</a>
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<h2>Delving into Travelzoo's Background</h2>
Travelzoo acts as a publisher of travel and entertainment offers. It operates in four segments. Travelzoo North America segment consists of operations in Canada and the U.S.; Travelzoo Europe segment consists of operations in France, Germany, Spain, and the U.K.; and Jack's Flight Club segment consists of subscription revenue from premium members to access and receive flight deals from Jack's Flight Club via email or via Android or Apple mobile applications; New Initiatives consists of Travelzoo's licensing activities in Asia Pacific territories. It derives its revenue through advertising fees including listing fees paid by travel, entertainment, and local businesses to advertise their offers on the company's media properties. Most of the company's revenue is derived from North America.
<h3>Travelzoo: Delving into Financials</h3>
Market Capitalization Perspectives: The company's market capitalization falls below industry averages, signaling a relatively smaller size compared to peers. This positioning may be influenced by factors such as perceived growth potential or operational scale.
Revenue Growth: Travelzoo displayed positive results in 3 months. As of 30 June, 2024, the company achieved a solid revenue growth rate of approximately 0.06%. This indicates a notable increase in the company's top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company trails behind with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Communication Services sector.
Net Margin: Travelzoo's net margin surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 13.85% net margin, the company effectively manages costs and achieves strong profitability.
Return on Equity (ROE): Travelzoo's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional ROE, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable ROE of 115.42%, the company showcases efficient use of equity capital and strong financial health.
Return on Assets (ROA): The company's ROA is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive ROA of 5.51%, the company showcases effective utilization of assets.
Debt Management: The company faces challenges in debt management with a debt-to-equity ratio higher than the industry average. With a ratio of 9.04, caution is advised due to increased financial risk.
<h2>What Are Analyst Ratings?</h2>
Experts in banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their comprehensive research involves attending company conference calls and meetings, analyzing financial statements, and engaging with insiders to generate what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts assess and rate each stock once per quarter.
Analysts may supplement their ratings with predictions for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, offering investors a more comprehensive outlook. However, investors should be mindful that analysts, like any human, can have subjective perspectives influencing their forecasts.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

What 4 Analyst Ratings Have To Say About Travelzoo

Litchfield Hills analyst Theodore O'Neill initiates coverage on Travelzoo (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TZOO#NASDAQ">TZOO</a>) with a Buy rating and announces Price Target of $35.

Initiation

Litchfield Hills Initiates Coverage On Travelzoo with Buy Rating, Announces Price Target of $35

On September 3, a recent SEC filing unveiled that AZZURRO CAPITAL INC, 10% Owner at Travelzoo (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TZOO#NASDAQ">TZOO</a>) made an insider sell.
What Happened: According to a Form 4 filing with the <a href="https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/0001133311/000162828024039127//Archives/edgar/data/1133311/000162828024039127/0001628280-24-039127-index.htm">U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission</a> on Tuesday, INC sold 25,000 shares of Travelzoo. The total transaction value is $302,250.
Monitoring the market, Travelzoo's shares up by 1.36% at $11.14 during Wednesday's morning.
<h3>Delving into Travelzoo's Background</h3>
Travelzoo acts as a publisher of travel and entertainment offers. It operates in four segments. Travelzoo North America segment consists of operations in Canada and the U.S.; Travelzoo Europe segment consists of operations in France, Germany, Spain, and the U.K.; and Jack's Flight Club segment consists of subscription revenue from premium members to access and receive flight deals from Jack's Flight Club via email or via Android or Apple mobile applications; New Initiatives consists of Travelzoo's licensing activities in Asia Pacific territories. It derives its revenue through advertising fees including listing fees paid by travel, entertainment, and local businesses to advertise their offers on the company's media properties. Most of the company's revenue is derived from North America.
<h3>Understanding the Numbers: Travelzoo's Finances</h3>
Positive Revenue Trend: Examining Travelzoo's financials over 3 months reveals a positive narrative. The company achieved a noteworthy revenue growth rate of 0.06% as of 30 June, 2024, showcasing a substantial increase in top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company stands out with a growth rate higher than the average among peers in the Communication Services sector.
Navigating Financial Profits:
<ul>
<li>
Gross Margin: Achieving a high gross margin of 88.08%, the company performs well in terms of cost management and profitability within its sector.
</li>
<li>
Earnings per Share (EPS): The company excels with an EPS that surpasses the industry average. With a current EPS of 0.23, Travelzoo showcases strong earnings per share.
</li>
</ul>
Debt Management: Travelzoo's debt-to-equity ratio stands notably higher than the industry average, reaching 9.04. This indicates a heavier reliance on borrowed funds, raising concerns about financial leverage.
Navigating Market Valuation:
<ul>
<li>
Price to Earnings (P/E) Ratio: The P/E ratio of 11.82 is lower than the industry average, implying a discounted valuation for Travelzoo's stock.
</li>
<li>
Price to Sales (P/S) Ratio: The current P/S ratio of 1.79 is above industry norms, reflecting an elevated valuation for Travelzoo's stock and potential overvaluation based on sales performance.
</li>
<li>
EV/EBITDA Analysis (Enterprise Value to its Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation &amp; Amortization): Indicated by a lower-than-industry-average EV/EBITDA ratio of 7.02, the company suggests a potential undervaluation, which might be advantageous for value-focused investors.
</li>
</ul>
Market Capitalization Analysis: The company exhibits a lower market capitalization profile, positioning itself below industry averages. This suggests a smaller scale relative to peers.
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<h3>Uncovering the Importance of Insider Activity</h3>
While insider transactions provide valuable information, they should be part of a broader analysis in making investment decisions.
Considering the legal perspective, an "insider" is defined as any officer, director, or beneficial owner holding more than ten percent of a company's equity securities, according to Section 12 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This includes executives in the c-suite and major hedge funds. These insiders are mandated to disclose their transactions through a Form 4 filing, to be submitted within two business days of the transaction.
Pointing towards optimism, a company insider's new purchase signals their positive anticipation for the stock to rise.
Nevertheless, insider sells may not necessarily indicate a bearish view and can be influenced by various factors.
<h3>Understanding Crucial Transaction Codes</h3>
Digging into the details of stock transactions, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/investing-tools">investors</a> frequently turn their attention to those taking place in the open market, as outlined in Table I of the Form 4 filing. A P in Box 3 indicates a purchase, while S signifies a sale. Transaction code C signals the conversion of an option, and transaction code A denotes a grant, award, or other acquisition of securities from the company.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/sec/insider-trades/search/index?company_cik=0001133311">Check Out The Full List Of Travelzoo's Insider Trades.</a>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

AZZURRO CAPITAL INC Executes Sell Order: Offloads $302K In Travelzoo Stock

<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Looks Like The Bull Market's Back (For Now)</h3>
During a market pullback last month, I placed two bullish trades, one on&nbsp;Coinbase Global, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COIN#NASDAQ">COIN</a>), which expired worthless earlier this month, and one on&nbsp;Travelzoo&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TZOO#NASDAQ">TZOO</a>) I opened a GTC (Good ‘Till Canceled) order on half of the TZOO options to exit them when they were up 200%, and that trade just filled yesterday. I'm holding out for a bigger gain on the other half of that trade.
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That small caps like TZOO have been ripping to the upside is one indication that the bull market is back for now. While it is, let's try to make some more money.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Four Bullish Bets</h3>
You might think that with the recent market rally it would be easier to find stocks to bet against than bet on, but that hasn't been the case. I did post one short trade on Friday, which filled for me on Monday,
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But other names that come up on the same bearish screen look less attractive when I dig into them. For example, some reported earnings this month and beat estimates. I do have four interesting long ideas today though:
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<li>A&nbsp;<a href="https://portfolioarmor.com/performance-top-names">Portfolio Armor Top Name</a>&nbsp;that has an overall valuation rating of 7 (on a scale of 0-to-10) and a&nbsp;<a href="https://www.semanticscholar.org/paper/Value-Investing%3A-The-Use-of-Historical-Financial-to-Piotroski/0559e92e06dae21e77ea79d79417b8a1d40be772">Piotroski F-Score</a>&nbsp;of 8 (on a scale of 0-to-9), according to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.chartmill.com/home?a=221937">Chartmill</a>&nbsp;data. Valuations of 7 are fairly rare among PA top names. I'm buying the underlying shares here, as part of our core strategy. (Our core strategy is to buy equal dollar amounts of Portfolio Armor&#8217;s top ten names, put trailing stops of 10% to 20% on them, and replace them with current Portfolio names when we get stopped out). My guess is that we'll be less likely to be stopped out of a top name with a higher valuation rating during the next market scare.</li>
<li>Another current Portfolio Armor top name that's been on a tear. This one has an overall technical rating of 10 via Chartmill, and a set-up rating of 7, indicating this could be a good time for an entry. With this one, I'm going to do something a little different and just bet on it trading higher a month from now, rather than holding it through its next earnings release. Given its valuation, I feel more comfortable placing a shorter-term trade here.</li>
<li>The third stock is one I set a "666" alert on a couple of months ago. It just popped up on that screen, which looks for names with an overall technical rating, set-up rating, and valuation rating of 6 or better. This one has an overall technical rating of 8, a set-up rating of 6, and a valuation rating of 7. It reported earnings this month, and beat on both top and bottom lines. For this one, I'm placing an options trade on it going out past next quarter's earnings.</li>
<li>The fourth stock came up on the same screen that gave us&nbsp;PDD Holdings, Inc.&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PDD#NASDAQ">PDD</a>) <a href="https://portfolioarmor.substack.com/p/trade-alert-when-others-are-fearful">last month</a>. Both of our PDD trades are currently on track for &gt;200% gains.</li>
</ol>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Bullish Trade #1</h3>
The company is&nbsp;Celestica, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CLS#NYSE">CLS</a>) and the trade is buying it at or below $54.50 per share and putting a trailing stop of 15% to 20% on it. This trade filled at $54.50.
Subscribers can read about the other three bullish trades&nbsp;<a href="https://portfolioarmor.substack.com/p/trade-alert-four-bullish-trades">here</a>.&nbsp;
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Looks Like The Bull Market's Back (For Now)

Ascendiant Capital analyst Edward Woo maintains Travelzoo (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TZOO#NASDAQ">TZOO</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $17 to $18.

Ascendiant Capital Maintains Buy on Travelzoo, Raises Price Target to $18

Travelzoo Has A Cheap Multiple And Performs, But Has Risks And Insider Sales

With Alphabet (GOOGL) facing growing antitrust challenges, investors question whether the tech giant remains a buy. Discover if GOOGL's financial strength and massive growth in AI and cloud can offset regulatory risks. Read on to learn more... Alphabet Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/GOOGL/">GOOGL</a>) has been a dominant player in the tech industry. However, it faces increased scrutiny from regulators worldwide. Google is set to <a href="https://www.reuters.com/technology/us-antitrust-trial-targets-googles-digital-ad-business-2024-09-04/">face trial next week in a second antitrust case</a>, where the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) will challenge the company's methods of monetizing advertising, which prosecutors claim harms news publishers.
This case is part of the Biden administration's broader push to curb the power of Big Tech through antitrust laws. It follows a significant victory for the Justice Department in a separate lawsuit on August 5, when a judge ruled that Google illegally monopolized online search.
Despite these looming challenges, GOOGL's financial strength remains undeniable. The company reported better-than-expected revenue and earnings for the second quarter of 2024. Alphabet reported <a href="https://abc.xyz/assets/19/e4/3dc1d4d6439c81206370167db1bd/2024q2-alphabet-earnings-release.pdf">revenues of $84.74 billion</a>, surpassing analysts' estimate of $84.30 billion. The company's EPS came in at $1.89, compared to the consensus estimate of $1.84.
Its main revenue drivers—Google Search, YouTube, and Google Cloud—remain robust. The company's advertising arm, which is at the center of antitrust scrutiny, still accounts for a significant portion of its revenue, and its dominance in digital ads has positioned Alphabet as a key player in the tech ecosystem.
Additionally, Alphabet is well-diversified with its growing cloud business, artificial intelligence (AI) advancements, and other ventures such as Waymo (autonomous driving) and Verily (health technology).
Shares of GOOGL have gained 17.4% over the past month and 15.3% over the past six months to close the last trading session at $156.45.
Let's look at factors that could influence GOOGL's performance in the upcoming months.
Outstanding Financials
For the second quarter that ended June 30, 2024, GOOGL's revenues increased 13.6% year-over-year to $84.74 billion. Its <a href="https://www.investopedia.com/terms/o/operatingincome.asp#:~:text=Operating%20income%20is%20an%20accounting,of%20goods%20sold%20(COGS).">operating income</a> rose 25.6% from the year-ago value to $27.43 billion. Its net income was $23.62 billion, up 28.6% year-over-year. Its earnings per share grew 31.3% from the prior year's quarter to $1.89 billion.
In addition, the company's cash and cash equivalents totaled $27.23 billion as of June 30, 2024, compared to $24.05 billion as of December 31, 2023. Its total assets were $414.77 billion versus $402.39 billion as of December 31, 2023.
Favorable Analyst Estimates
Analysts expect GOOGL's revenue for the third quarter (ending September 2024) to grow 12.5% year-over-year to $86.26 billion. The consensus EPS estimate of $1.84 for the ongoing quarter indicates an improvement of 18.5% year-over-year. Further, the company has surpassed consensus revenue and EPS estimates in each of the trailing four quarters, which is impressive.
For the fiscal year ending December 2024, Wall Street expects Alphabet's revenue and EPS to increase 13% and 31.5% from the previous year to $347.35 billion and $7.63, respectively. The company's revenue and EPS for the fiscal year 2025 are expected to grow 11.3% and 14% year-over-year to $386.67 billion and $8.69, respectively.
Solid Historical Growth
GOOGL's revenue has grown at a CAGR of 17.2% over the past five years. Its EBITDA has increased at a CAGR of 20.9% over the same period, and its levered free cash flow has grown at a CAGR of 16%. Furthermore, the company's net income and EPS have improved at CAGRs of 20.3% and 23% over the same timeframe, respectively.
Additionally, the company's total assets have increased at a CAGR of 10% over the past five years.
Robust Profitability
GOOGL's trailing-12-month gross profit margin of 57.64% is 13.3% higher than the 50.88% industry average. Its trailing-12-month EBITDA margin of 35.18% is 90.5% higher than the 18.47% industry average. Likewise, the stock's trailing-12-month net income margin of 26.70% is significantly higher than the industry average of 3.24%.
Furthermore, GOOGL's trailing-12-month ROCE, ROTC, and ROTA of 30.87%, 20.34%, and 21.13% are considerably higher than the industry averages of 3.49%, 3.81%, and 1.37%, respectively. The stock's trailing-12-month levered FCF margin of 13.40% is 65.3% higher than the industry average of 8.10%.
POWR Ratings Reflect Promise
GOOGL's sound fundamentals are reflected in its <a href="https://stocknews.com/powr-ratings/">POWR Ratings</a>. The stock has an overall rating of B, which translates to a Buy in our proprietary rating system. The POWR Ratings are calculated by taking into account 118 different factors, with each factor weighted to an optimal degree.
Our proprietary rating system also evaluates each stock based on eight distinct categories. GOOGL has an A grade for Sentiment, in sync with its favorable analyst expectations. In addition, the stock has a B grade for Quality, consistent with higher-than-industry profitability.
Within the B-rated <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/internet/">Internet</a> industry, GOOGL is ranked #8 out of 52 stocks.
Beyond what I have stated above, we have also given GOOGL grades for Value, Growth, Momentum, and Stability. Get all GOOGL ratings <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/GOOGL/">here</a>.
Bottom Line
While Alphabet's dominance in search and digital ads has put it in the crosshairs of antitrust regulators, its outstanding financial performance, innovation in AI and cloud, and expansion into new markets make it a compelling long-term investment. Given robust financials and a bright growth outlook, GOOGL could be an ideal investment for potential gains.
How Does Alphabet Inc. (GOOGL) Stack Up Against Its Peers?
While GOOGL has an overall POWR Rating of B, investors could also check out these other stocks within the <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/internet/">Internet</a> industry with an A (Strong Buy) rating: Meituan ADR (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/MPNGY/">MPNGY</a>), Dingdong (Cayman) Ltd (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/DDL/">DDL</a>), and Travelzoo (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/TZOO/">TZOO</a>).
To explore more A or B-rated internet stocks, <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/internet/">click here</a>.
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GOOGL shares were trading at $156.58 per share on Thursday afternoon, up $0.13 (+0.08%). Year-to-date, GOOGL has gained 12.22%, versus a 16.01% rise in the benchmark S&amp;P 500 index during the same period.
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Travelzoo: Shares Undervalued Amidst Business Model Transformation

Barrington raised the firm's price target on Travelzoo (TZOO) to $15 from $12 and keeps an Outperform rating on the shares as part of a Q3 earnings...

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An announcement from Travelzoo ( ($TZOO) ) is now available. Travelzoo, a travel club, reported a slight 2% decrease in third-quarter revenue for 2...

Travelzoo Reports Q3 Revenue Decline But Income Growth

Noble Financial analyst Michael Kupinski maintained a Buy rating on Travelzoo (TZOO – Research Report) today and set a price target of $18.00. The ...

Noble Financial Remains a Buy on Travelzoo (TZOO)

Barrington raised the firm's price target on Travelzoo (TZOO) to $17 from $15 and keeps an Outperform rating on the shares post the Q3 report. The ...

Travelzoo price target raised to $17 from $15 at Barrington

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Travelzoo Q1 2024 Earnings Conference Call on April 24 at 11:00 AM ET

Travelzoo Sets Target of 1,000,000 Pledges for #TravelforTomorrow

Travelzoo Reports First Quarter 2024 Results

Travelzoo Announces Share Repurchase Program

Matt Epstein Joins Travelzoo's Global Executive Team

Travelzoo Q2 2024 Earnings Conference Call on July 25 at 11:00 AM ET

Travelzoo Reports Second Quarter 2024 Results

Travelzoo Q3 2024 Earnings Conference Call on October 23 at 11:00 AM ET

Travelzoo Reports Third Quarter 2024 Results

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