Airbnb raises 2026 outlook as Q2 revenue rises 17% to $3.6 billion
Airbnb reported second-quarter 2026 revenue of $3.6 billion, up 17% year over year, and net income of $816 million, which included a $77 million tax-related benefit. The company raised its full-year 2026 outlook for revenue growth and Adjusted EBITDA Margin, which signals stronger expected results for shareholders.
Key points
- Q2 2026 revenue was $3.6 billion, up 17% year over year (13% excluding FX); Adjusted EBITDA was $1.3 billion, up 21%, at a 35% margin
- Q2 2026 net income was $816 million, including a $77 million benefit tied to prior-year taxes
- Full-year 2026 revenue growth now expected to be at least mid teens; Adjusted EBITDA Margin now expected to be at least 35.5%
- Company repurchased $1.1 billion of Class A common stock in Q2 2026 and had $3.4 billion of repurchase authorization remaining as of June 30, 2026
The filing
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