Expedia (EXPE) Nears Multi-Billion Spin-Off of TripAdvisor

June 22, 2011 8:58 AM EDT
Expedia (Nasdaq: EXPE) is nearing the $4 billion spin-off of its TripAdvisor unit.

According to the Wall Street Journal, Expedia CEO Dara Khosrowshahi hinted that a delayed regulatory filing for the planned divestiture will be ready within a few weeks.

Khosrowshahi also said he's considering a little M&A to bolster TripAdvisor's search and directory business. An expansion of its core brands into South America is also on the slate.

Initial approval for the planned spin-off by Expedia's Board was made in early April.

Expedia is modestly higher ahead of the bell. Shares have seen a nice run over the last several weeks stemming from an announced collaboration with Groupon.


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