EU Investigates Booking.com Over Phishing and Fraudulent Listings

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1The European Commission has launched an investigation into Booking.com regarding the prevalence of phishing scams and fraudulent listings on its platform.

The European Commission has launched an investigation into Booking.com regarding the prevalence of phishing scams and fraudulent listings on its platform. Reuters reported that the formal probe aims to address concerns over consumer protection following reports of increased cyber-criminal activity targeting customer data and funds.

BKNG, the stock of Booking Holdings Inc., closed at $163.92 on October 20, 2026, as the platform faces scrutiny over its handling of fraudulent property listings. This regulatory action coincides with broader economic shifts in the region, where the ZEW Economic Sentiment Index for the EU was reported at 18.5 on October 20, 2026.