Airbnb (ABNB): Revisiting Valuation After Recent Outperformance and Longer-Term Shareholder Returns
Airbnb (ABNB) has quietly outperformed the broader market over the past week, with the stock edging higher as investors reassess its earnings trajectory, profitability and long term role in global travel demand.
See our latest analysis for Airbnb.
That recent 7 day share price return of 4.38 percent comes after a softer year to date share price return of negative 4.63 percent. However, a 3 year total shareholder return of 33.49 percent suggests longer term momentum is still broadly intact.
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With shares still trading below analyst targets yet showing solid revenue and profit growth, the key question now is whether Airbnb is undervalued or if the market has already priced in the next leg of its expansion.
Most Popular Narrative Narrative: 23.4% Undervalued
Airbnb's most followed narrative places fair value well above the recent 125.39 dollars close, framing the current share price as a potential discount on future growth.
They’ve launched long-term rentals, made over 500 product improvements, and are going all in on AI to make the platform smoother. It’s easier now to find the right stay without scrolling for 20 minutes.
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Result: Fair Value of $163.75 (UNDERVALUED)
Have a read of the narrative in full and understand what's behind the forecasts.
However, tighter regulations in key markets and unresolved tax disputes could quickly change sentiment and put pressure on both growth expectations and the perceived valuation discount.
Find out about the key risks to this Airbnb narrative.
Another Lens on Valuation
Step away from narratives and you get a mixed picture. At 28.9 times earnings, Airbnb trades richer than the US hospitality average of 23.1 times but roughly in line with peers at 29.2 times and only slightly below our fair ratio of 30.3 times. This suggests limited multiple upside if growth cools.
See what the numbers say about this price — find out in our valuation breakdown.
Build Your Own Airbnb Narrative
If you are not fully aligned with this perspective or simply want to dig into the numbers yourself, you can build a tailored view in minutes: Do it your way.
A good starting point is our analysis highlighting 3 key rewards investors are optimistic about regarding Airbnb.
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