Sabre reported second quarter revenue up 4% to $712 million year over year and operatating income of $93 million, also up 4% compared with Q2 2025.
The company said Q2 results exceeded revenue, air distribution and adjusted EBITDA guidance, supporting its ongoing growth and cost management strategies.
Adjusted EBITDA for the quarter came in at $143 million, up 21% year over year, helped by a decrease in labor costs.
“Since the start of the year, we believe our performance has outpaced the broader industry, reflecting disciplined execution of our strategy,” said Kurt Ekert, president and CEO of Sabre. “Our first-half performance and outlook for the balance of the year support reaffirming our full-year guidance for revenue and air distribution bookings growth.”
The company raised its 2026 EBITDA guidance, with Ekert adding that the company is “well positioned to deliver on our objectives.” For the full year, the company expects adjusted EBITDA of approximately $600 million, representing a 12% year-over-year growth.
Marketplace revenue increased 6% to $577 million year over year, attributed to an increase in transaction-based revenue related to increased distribution bookings.
Airline technology revenue decreased 4% to $135 million, attributed to a decrease in license revenue and other revenue.
This story is subject to updates following Sabre's Q2 2026 earnings call on Thursday.