Airbnb (NASDAQ:ABNB) Stock Price Target Raised at Wedbush

Airbnb (NASDAQ:ABNB – Free Report) had its target price lifted by Wedbush from $200.00 to $237.00 in a report issued on Friday morning,Benzinga reports. The brokerage currently has an outperform rating on the stock.

ABNB has been the topic of several other research reports. The Goldman Sachs Group reaffirmed a “neutral” rating and set a $185.00 target price on shares of Airbnb in a research report on Friday. Raymond James Financial reissued an “outperform” rating on shares of Airbnb in a research report on Tuesday. Argus boosted their price target on Airbnb from $165.00 to $220.00 and gave the stock a “buy” rating in a research report on Friday, August 21st. Robert W. Baird upped their price objective on Airbnb from $175.00 to $200.00 and gave the stock an “outperform” rating in a research note on Tuesday, September 8th. Finally, Wells Fargo & Company dropped their price objective on Airbnb from $186.00 to $185.00 and set an “overweight” rating on the stock in a research report on Wednesday, October 7th. One investment analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, twenty-eight have given a Buy rating, thirteen have issued a Hold rating and two have assigned a Sell rating to the stock. According to MarketBeat, Airbnb currently has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus price target of $193.85.

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Airbnb Stock Up 11.7%

Shares of NASDAQ ABNB traded up $19.86 during midday trading on Friday, reaching $189.99. 12,748,005 shares of the company’s stock traded hands, compared to its average volume of 3,328,964. The company has a market cap of $113.76 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 35.51, a P/E/G ratio of 1.96 and a beta of 1.26. The stock’s 50 day simple moving average is $169.07 and its 200-day simple moving average is $147.71. The company has a quick ratio of 1.41, a current ratio of 1.41 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.32. Airbnb has a one year low of $110.81 and a one year high of $193.45.

Airbnb (NASDAQ:ABNB – Get Free Report) last issued its quarterly earnings data on Thursday, November 5th. The company reported $3.16 EPS for the quarter, topping analysts’ consensus estimates of $2.85 by $0.31. The company had revenue of $4.87 billion during the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $4.75 billion. Airbnb had a net margin of 20.45% and a return on equity of 33.38%. Airbnb’s revenue for the quarter was up 18.9% compared to the same quarter last year. During the same quarter in the previous year, the firm posted $2.21 earnings per share. On average, analysts predict that Airbnb will post 5.29 EPS for the current fiscal year.

Insider Buying and Selling

In other Airbnb news, insider Nathan Blecharczyk sold 13,615 shares of Airbnb stock in a transaction on Monday, October 26th. The shares were sold at an average price of $170.81, for a total value of $2,325,578.15. Following the transaction, the insider directly owned 20,567 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $3,513,049.27. The trade was a 39.83% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The transaction was disclosed in a document filed with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which can be accessed through the SEC website. Also, CAO David C. Bernstein sold 1,756 shares of Airbnb stock in a transaction on Monday, November 2nd. The stock was sold at an average price of $167.38, for a total transaction of $293,919.28. Following the completion of the transaction, the chief accounting officer directly owned 43,899 shares in the company, valued at $7,347,814.62. This represents a 3.85% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The SEC filing for this sale provides additional information. Insiders have sold 524,377 shares of company stock valued at $98,303,710 in the last three months. 27.21% of the stock is currently owned by corporate insiders.

Institutional Trading of Airbnb

Hedge funds and other institutional investors have recently made changes to their positions in the business. Wellington Management Group LLP boosted its position in shares of Airbnb by 80.6% in the 2nd quarter. Wellington Management Group LLP now owns 5,785,665 shares of the company’s stock worth $827,929,000 after purchasing an additional 2,581,539 shares in the last quarter. Amundi grew its stake in Airbnb by 8.6% during the 1st quarter. Amundi now owns 4,686,765 shares of the company’s stock worth $591,845,000 after buying an additional 370,426 shares during the last quarter. Assenagon Asset Management S.A. grew its stake in Airbnb by 114.6% during the 3rd quarter. Assenagon Asset Management S.A. now owns 3,401,521 shares of the company’s stock worth $546,454,000 after buying an additional 1,816,522 shares during the last quarter. Jennison Associates LLC grew its stake in Airbnb by 9,331.0% during the 1st quarter. Jennison Associates LLC now owns 3,172,959 shares of the company’s stock worth $400,681,000 after buying an additional 3,139,315 shares during the last quarter. Finally, Robeco Institutional Asset Management B.V. increased its position in Airbnb by 61.1% during the 3rd quarter. Robeco Institutional Asset Management B.V. now owns 2,201,279 shares of the company’s stock valued at $353,635,000 after buying an additional 835,208 shares in the last quarter. Hedge funds and other institutional investors own 80.76% of the company’s stock.

Key Headlines Impacting Airbnb

Here are the key news stories impacting Airbnb this week:

  • Positive Sentiment: Airbnb reported Q3 revenue of $4.87 billion, up 18.9% year over year and above estimates. Adjusted earnings of $3.16 per share also beat forecasts. Booking demand strengthened, with nights booked up 16%, marking the company’s fastest revenue growth in more than three years. Airbnb Q3 results
  • Positive Sentiment: Management raised its 2026 revenue-growth outlook to the high teens from the mid teens and forecast Q4 revenue of $3.22 billion to $3.28 billion. Executives described the business as “back in growth mode,” citing resilient global travel demand and stronger bookings. Airbnb raises its annual outlook
  • Positive Sentiment: The company authorized a $12 billion stock buyback, which could support shareholder returns. Management also pointed to AI-driven efficiency and hotel expansion as opportunities to improve operations and broaden growth. Q3 highlights, buyback and growth plans
  • Positive Sentiment: Several analysts raised price targets after the results, including Oppenheimer, Citi and RBC, reinforcing the view that accelerating growth could support further gains. Analysts raise Airbnb price targets
  • Neutral Sentiment: Some analysts remain cautious, arguing that valuation may limit upside despite the stronger outlook. Commentary also flagged possible effects from currency movements and a payment feature on reported results; these are potential caveats, not evidence that demand has weakened. Analysis of Q3 results and potential caveats

Airbnb Company Profile

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Airbnb operates an online marketplace that connects travelers with hosts offering short-term stays and other travel-related services. Listings include apartments, houses, rooms and distinctive accommodations, with options ranging from brief visits to longer stays. The platform also offers bookable experiences in destinations around the world.

Founded in 2007 in San Francisco, Airbnb was started by Brian Chesky, Nathan Blecharczyk and Joe Gebbia. The company serves guests and hosts in more than 220 countries and regions, providing tools for listing properties, managing reservations and handling payments.

Brian Chesky is Airbnb’s co-founder and chief executive officer.

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