Airbnb surges over 10% after hours as earnings guidance exceeds expectations and strong travel demand from Europe and the US continues

Gelonghui, August 7 — Airbnb reported Q2 revenue of $3.6 billion, a 17% year-on-year increase, and net profit surged by 27%, with booking volume reaching a record high. The US market saw its fastest growth in nights booked in three years, while growth in the European market also accelerated compared to Q1. The company raised its full-year performance guidance, projecting full-year revenue growth in 2026 will improve from the previous "low to mid double digits" to "at least mid double digits." Previously, the market had expected Airbnb's full-year revenue growth to be around 14%. Airbnb's share price rose by over 10% in after-hours trading.