The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights Alibaba, Airbnb, Royal Caribbean Cruises and DallasNews

For Immediate ReleaseChicago, IL – January 31, 2025 – Zacks.com announces the list of stocks featured in the Analyst Blog. Every day the Zacks Equity Research analysts discuss the latest news and events impacting stocks and the financial markets. Stocks recently featured in the blog include: Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. BABA, Airbnb, Inc. ABNB, Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. RCL and DallasNews Corp. DALN.Here are highlights from Thursday’s Analyst Blog:Top Analyst Reports for Alibaba, Airbnb and Royal CaribbeanThe Zacks Research Daily presents the best research output of our analyst team. Today's Research Daily features new research reports on 16 major stocks, including Alibaba Group Holding Ltd., Airbnb, Inc. and Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd., as well a micro-cap stock DallasNews Corp.. The Zacks microcap research is unique as our research content on these small and under-the-radar companies is the only research of its type in the country.These research reports have been hand-picked from the roughly 70 reports published by our analyst team today.You can see all of today's research reports here >>>Ahead of Wall StreetThe daily 'Ahead of Wall Street' article is a must-read for all investors who would like to be ready for that day's trading action. The article comes out before the market open and attempts to make sense of that morning's economic releases and how they will affect that day's market action. You can read this article for free on our home page and can actually sign up there to get an email notification as this article comes out each morning.You can read today's AWS here >>>Jobless Claims, GDP Fall; More Earnings Today's Featured Research ReportsShares of Alibaba have gained +37% over the past year against the Zacks Internet - Commerce industry's gain of +51.8%. The company is benefiting from strong momentum across its international commerce retail business. Solid combined order growth in AIDC's retail businesses and strength in AliExpress' Choice are contributing well.Growing international commerce wholesale business, thanks to strength in cross-border-related value-added services, is a tailwind. Expanding China's wholesale commerce business remains a major positive. Robust local consumer services and Cainiao logistics services are further driving top-line growth.Strength in Lazada, AliExpress and Trendyol is expected to continue benefiting Alibaba's international business. However, rising expenses related to new initiatives are a concern. Macroeconomic uncertainties and unfavorable foreign exchange fluctuations remain risks.(You can read the full research report on Alibaba here >>>)Airbnb's shares have underperformed the Zacks Leisure and Recreation Services industry over the past year (-8% vs. +28.5%). The company is facing greater volatility in travel demands due to macroeconomic uncertainties, rising competition and impacts of geopolitical conflicts remain concerns.Nevertheless. Airbnb is benefiting from continuous improvements in Nights and Experiences Booked, enabling it to witness a positive trend in its Gross Booking Value. Growing gross nights booked, owing to solid momentum across high-density urban areas and first-time bookers, is a tailwind.Increasing guest demand and continuous recovery in cross-border travel are major positives. Strong momentum in active listings, owing to supply growth across all regions, particularly in Asia Pacific and Latin America, is benefiting the top line. Moreover, growing awareness around hosting and new features introduced for hosts is a plus.(You can read the full research report on Airbnb here >>>)Shares of Royal Caribbean Cruises have outperformed the Zacks Leisure and Recreation Services industry over the past six months (+72.5% vs. +26.8%). The company reported fourth-quarter 2024 results, with earnings beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate while the revenues missed. Notably, both top and bottom lines increased on a year-over-year basis.It is benefiting from strong cruising demand from new and loyal guests and robust booking trends. Also, strength in consumer spending onboard and pre-cruise purchases bodes well. The company emphasized investing in a modern digital travel platform to streamline the vacation booking process for its customers and expand wallet share.In the first quarter of 2025, management estimates EPS to be in the band of $2.43-$2.53. However, increased costs and expenses, foreign currency risks and global macro headwinds are concerning for the company's prospects.(You can read the full research report on Royal Caribbean Cruises here >>>)DallasNews' shares have outperformed the Zacks Publishing - Newspapers industry over the past year (+68.4% vs. +13.6%). This microcap company with market capitalization of $37.74 million is transitioning to a modern, cost-efficient printing facility in Carrollton, aiming to cut expenses and enhance profitability by Q1 2025. The sale of its Plano property is expected to generate proceeds for reinvestment.Digital subscription growth has gained momentum, with over 3,100 new subscribers in Q3 and 2,500 in early Q4 2024, supported by a revised pricing model. Medium Giant, its marketing division, reported a $400,000 Y/Y revenue increase in Q3, bolstering diversification efforts. Investments in digital innovation, including a video platform and enhanced user engagement tools, further align with its digital transformation strategy.However, print revenue continues to decline, with an 8.8% Y/Y drop in subscribers. Digital advertising revenue fell, reflecting challenges in offsetting traditional revenue losses. Cash reserves dropped to $11.6 million.(You can read the full research report on DallasNews here >>>)Why Haven't You Looked at Zacks' Top Stocks?Since 2000, our top stock-picking strategies have blown away the S&P's +7.0 average gain per year. 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With a fast-growing customer base (already 50+ million) and a diverse set of cutting edge solutions, this stock is poised for big gains. Of course, all our elite picks aren’t winners but this one could far surpass earlier Zacks’ Stocks Set to Double like Nano-X Imaging which shot up +129.6% in little more than 9 months.Free: See Our Top Stock And 4 Runners UpWant the latest recommendations from Zacks Investment Research? Today, you can download 7 Best Stocks for the Next 30 Days. Click to get this free report Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. (RCL): Free Stock Analysis Report Alibaba Group Holding Limited (BABA): Free Stock Analysis Report Airbnb, Inc. (ABNB): Free Stock Analysis Report DallasNews Corporation (DALN): Free Stock Analysis ReportTo read this article on Zacks.com click here.Zacks Investment ResearchWeiter zum vollständigen Artikel bei Zacks Weiter zum vollständigen Artikel bei Zacks