Airbnb (NASDAQ:ABNB) Stock Price Target Raised at Cantor Fitzgerald

Airbnb (NASDAQ:ABNB) had its price objective boosted by Cantor Fitzgerald from $160.00 to $180.00 in a research note issued to investors on Friday, Marketbeat reports. Cantor Fitzgerald currently has a neutral rating on the stock.

Several other analysts have also recently commented on the company. BMO Capital Markets raised their target price on Airbnb from $146.00 to $165.00 and gave the stock a “market perform” rating in a research report on Monday, August 10th. Piper Sandler set a $150.00 price target on Airbnb in a research report on Friday, August 7th. Argus increased their price objective on Airbnb from $165.00 to $220.00 and gave the stock a “buy” rating in a research note on Friday, August 21st. Susquehanna increased their price objective on Airbnb from $170.00 to $200.00 and gave the stock a “positive” rating in a research note on Friday, August 7th. Finally, JPMorgan Chase & Co. raised their price objective on Airbnb from $140.00 to $170.00 and gave the stock a “neutral” rating in a research report on Friday, August 7th. One analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, twenty-eight have assigned a Buy rating, thirteen have issued a Hold rating and two have given a Sell rating to the stock. Based on data from MarketBeat, the stock presently has a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” and an average target price of $193.85.

Airbnb Trading Up 11.7%

Shares of ABNB stock traded up $19.86 during trading hours on Friday, reaching $189.99. 12,748,005 shares of the stock traded hands, compared to its average volume of 3,328,964. Airbnb has a 1-year low of $110.81 and a 1-year high of $193.45. The business has a fifty day moving average price of $169.07 and a 200 day moving average price of $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. The firm has a market capitalization of $113.76 billion, a PE ratio of 35.51, a PEG ratio of 1.96 and a beta of 1.26.

Airbnb (NASDAQ:ABNB) last issued its quarterly earnings results on Thursday, November 5th. The company reported $3.16 EPS for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $2.85 by $0.31. Airbnb had a net margin of 20.45% and a return on equity of 33.38%. The business had revenue of $4.87 billion during the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $4.75 billion. During the same quarter in the prior year, the firm earned $2.21 EPS. The firm’s quarterly revenue was up 18.9% on a year-over-year basis. On average, equities research analysts forecast that Airbnb will post 5.29 EPS for the current year.

Insider Activity at Airbnb

In other news, insider Nathan Blecharczyk sold 202,652 shares of the business’s stock in a transaction on Tuesday, August 25th. The shares were sold at an average price of $190.28, for a total transaction of $38,560,622.56. Following the transaction, the insider directly owned 179,567 shares in the company, valued at $34,168,008.76. The trade was a 53.02% decrease in their position. The transaction was disclosed in a legal filing with the SEC, which is available at this link. In the last 90 days, insiders have sold 524,377 shares of company stock worth $98,303,710. Insiders own 27.21% of the company’s stock.

Institutional Inflows and Outflows

Several hedge funds have recently bought and sold shares of the company. Wedmont Private Capital lifted its holdings in shares of Airbnb by 1.7% during the 2nd quarter. Wedmont Private Capital now owns 4,517 shares of the company’s stock valued at $671,000 after buying an additional 75 shares during the last quarter. Commerzbank Aktiengesellschaft FI increased its holdings in Airbnb by 1.3% in the first quarter. Commerzbank Aktiengesellschaft FI now owns 5,754 shares of the company’s stock worth $727,000 after buying an additional 76 shares during the last quarter. Parkside Financial Bank & Trust increased its holdings in Airbnb by 11.4% in the second quarter. Parkside Financial Bank & Trust now owns 800 shares of the company’s stock worth $114,000 after buying an additional 82 shares during the last quarter. Fermata Advisors LLC increased its holdings in Airbnb by 5.7% in the third quarter. Fermata Advisors LLC now owns 1,645 shares of the company’s stock worth $264,000 after buying an additional 88 shares during the last quarter. Finally, Norman Fields Gottscho Capital Management LLC raised its position in Airbnb by 3.0% during the second quarter. Norman Fields Gottscho Capital Management LLC now owns 3,085 shares of the company’s stock valued at $441,000 after acquiring an additional 90 shares in the last quarter. 80.76% of the stock is owned by institutional investors and hedge funds.

Key Airbnb News

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

About Airbnb

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.