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Airbnb Stock Tumbles as Travel Giant Forecasts Slowing Growth

Published 08/08/2024, 02:09 AM
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Airbnb (NASDAQ:ABNB) shares plummeted in extended trading following the announcement of lower-than-expected revenue forecasts for the third quarter.

The vacation rental giant’s outlook signals a potential slowdown in the U.S. travel market despite the peak summer season.

This development has sent ripples through the travel industry, affecting Airbnb’s stock performance and broader market trends. At the time of writing, Airbnb stock was trading at $113, down 13.39% over the day.

Airbnb Expects Third-Quarter Revenue to Be Lower Than Expected

Airbnb projected its third-quarter revenue to fall between $3.67 billion and $3.73 billion, falling short of analysts’ consensus estimate of $3.84 billion.

The news triggered a sharp decline in the company’s stock, with shares plunging more than 16% in extended trading. As of 10:47 AM EDT on the following trading day, Airbnb’s stock price stood at $113.00, down $17.47 or 13.39% from the previous close.

The company cited several factors contributing to the softer outlook, including an expected “sequential moderation” of growth in nights and experiences booked, signs of slowing demand from U.S. guests, and shorter booking lead times globally.

Additionally, Airbnb faces challenges from foreign exchange headwinds and slower growth in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa regions.

Travel Industry Experiencing Slowing Demand

The travel industry is experiencing a tapering off of momentum, with similar trends observed in other companies, such as Booking Holdings (NASDAQ:BKNG).

However, Airbnb noted continued recovery in international travel, particularly in Latin America and Asia Pacific. The company also reported strength in bookings for larger groups of more than five people.

In response to these challenges, Airbnb plans to expand beyond its core offerings and relaunch its Experiences business. As it pursues these initiatives, the company expects increased marketing costs to outpace revenue growth in the third quarter.

Despite the headwinds, Airbnb remains a significant player in the travel services industry, with a market capitalization of $72.503 billion and a trailing twelve-month P/E ratio of 17.75.

Analysts maintain a mixed outlook on Airbnb’s stock, with recommendations ranging from Strong Buy to Sell. The company’s one-year target estimate is $152.79, significantly above its current trading price.

However, Airbnb’s year-to-date return of -17.00% and a one-year return of -19.38% lag behind the S&P 500’s performance.

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