Airbnb Reports Revenue Growth Amid Strategic Expansion Plans
Airbnb's third-quarter earnings reveal strong international growth and plans to diversify beyond short-term rentals in 2025.
- Airbnb's third-quarter revenue increased by 10% to $3.73 billion, slightly surpassing analyst expectations.
- The company reported 122.8 million nights and experiences booked, marking an 8% increase from the previous year.
- Significant growth was noted in Asia-Pacific and Latin American markets, with bookings rising 19% and 15% respectively.
- Airbnb introduced a co-host program to attract more hosts by reducing the management burden of property listings.
- An AI chat assistant is being developed to enhance customer service by managing bookings and handling queries.