Austin Riddick's questions to Expedia Group Inc (EXPE) leadership • Q3 2024
Question
Speaking for Mark Mahaney, Austin Riddick asked for Expedia's perspective on the U.S. alternative accommodations market, particularly concerning recent regulatory changes in states like California and Hawaii, and whether these are isolated incidents or a broader trend.
Answer
CEO Ariane Gorin stated that the company actively works with local governments to balance regulatory compliance with the economic contributions of travel. She affirmed that these regulatory developments do not change the company's view of its long-term growth potential in the alternative accommodations market.