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Airbnb (ABNB) Stock Forecast & Price Target

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$149.58 -12.23 (-7.56%)
Closing price 09/23/2026 04:00 PM Eastern
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$149.94 +0.36 (+0.24%)
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Airbnb - Analysts' Recommendations and Stock Price Forecast (2026)

Consensus Rating

Sell
1
Hold
12
Buy
27

Based on 40 Wall Street analysts who have issued ratings for Airbnb in the last 12 months, the stock has a consensus rating of "Moderate Buy." Out of the 40 analysts, 1 has given a sell rating, 12 have given a hold rating, 24 have given a buy rating, and 3 have given a strong buy rating for ABNB.

Consensus Price Target

$182.71
22.15% Upside
According to the 40 analysts' twelve-month price targets for Airbnb, the average price target is $182.71. The highest price target for ABNB is $220.00, while the lowest price target for ABNB is $125.00. The average price target represents a forecasted upside of 22.15% from the current price of $149.58.
MarketBeat calculates consensus analyst ratings for stocks using the most recent rating from each Wall Street analyst that has rated a stock within the last twelve months. Each analyst's rating is normalized to a standardized rating score of 1 (sell), 2 (hold), 3 (buy) or 4 (strong buy). Analyst consensus ratings scores are calculated using the mean average of the number of normalized sell, hold, buy and strong buy ratings from Wall Street analysts. Each stock's consensus analyst rating is derived from its calculated consensus ratings score (0 to .5 = Strong Sell, .5 to 1 = Sell, 1 to 1.5 = Reduce, 1.5 to 2.5 = Hold, 2.5 to 3.0 = Moderate Buy, 3.0 to 3.5 = Buy, >3.5 = Strong Buy). MarketBeat's consensus price targets are a mean average of the most recent available price targets set by each analyst that has set a price target for the stock in the last twelve months. MarketBeat's consensus ratings and consensus price targets may differ from those calculated by other firms due to differences in methodology and available data.
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ABNB Analyst Ratings Over Time

TypeCurrent Forecast
9/24/25 to 9/24/26
1 Month Ago
8/25/25 to 8/25/26
3 Months Ago
6/26/25 to 6/26/26
1 Year Ago
9/24/24 to 9/24/25
Strong Buy
3 Strong Buy rating(s)
2 Strong Buy rating(s)
2 Strong Buy rating(s)
0 Strong Buy rating(s)
Buy
24 Buy rating(s)
24 Buy rating(s)
22 Buy rating(s)
11 Buy rating(s)
Hold
12 Hold rating(s)
11 Hold rating(s)
13 Hold rating(s)
18 Hold rating(s)
Sell
1 Sell rating(s)
2 Sell rating(s)
1 Sell rating(s)
5 Sell rating(s)
Consensus Price Target$182.71$174.03$157.96$141.19
Forecasted Upside22.15% Upside-8.64% Downside8.52% Upside14.71% Upside
Consensus RatingModerate BuyModerate BuyModerate BuyHold

ABNB Analyst Recommendations By Month

The chart below shows how a company's ratings by analysts have changed over time. Each bar represents the previous year of ratings for that month. Within each bar, the sell ratings are shown in red, the hold ratings are shown in yellow, the buy ratings are shown in green, and the strong buy ratings are shown in dark green.
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ABNB Price Targets by Month

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Airbnb Stock vs. The Competition

TypeAirbnbConsumer Discretionary CompaniesBroader Market
Consensus Rating Score
2.73
2.20
2.53
Consensus RatingModerate BuyHoldModerate Buy
Predicted Upside22.15% Upside211.50% Upside18.87% Upside
News Sentiment Rating
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DateBrokerageAnalystActionRatingPrice TargetReport Date
Upside/Downside
Details
9/21/2026
Brad Erickson
Brad Erickson
1 of 5 stars
Reiterated RatingOutperform$195.00+17.31%
9/18/2026
Citigroup Inc. logo
Citigroup
4 of 5 stars
Ronald Josey
3 of 5 stars
Reiterated RatingMarket Outperform
9/18/2026
Citizens Jmp logo
Citizens Jmp
4 of 5 stars
Matthew Condon
Matthew Condon
3 of 5 stars
Boost TargetMarket Outperform$190.00 ➝ $200.00+20.53%
9/16/2026Initiated CoverageEqual Weight$170.00+1.00%
9/14/2026 UpgradeStrong-Buy
9/10/2026Boost TargetHold$134.00 ➝ $161.00-5.02%
9/8/2026UpgradeMarket PerformOutperform$200.00+9.93%
9/8/2026Boost TargetOutperform$175.00 ➝ $200.00+9.93%
9/1/2026Initiated CoverageBuy$220.00+20.07%
8/31/2026 Reiterated RatingBuy
8/31/2026Boost TargetBuy$175.00 ➝ $220.00+16.14%
8/24/2026 Set Target$200.00+3.89%
8/24/2026Boost TargetOutperform$168.00 ➝ $217.00+15.86%
8/21/2026 UpgradeHold (C+)Buy (B-)
8/11/2026 DowngradeHoldModerate Sell
8/10/2026 Reiterated RatingSector Weight
8/10/2026Boost TargetMarket Perform$146.00 ➝ $165.00-7.34%
8/7/2026Boost TargetBuy$160.00 ➝ $180.00+2.72%
8/7/2026 Reiterated RatingBuy
8/7/2026 Set Target$200.00+14.13%
8/7/2026Boost TargetNeutral$163.00 ➝ $172.00+13.43%
8/7/2026Boost TargetOverweight$181.00 ➝ $186.00+22.66%
8/7/2026Boost TargetPositive$170.00 ➝ $200.00+31.89%
8/7/2026Set Target$150.00-1.08%
8/7/2026Boost TargetNeutral$140.00 ➝ $170.00-2.84%
8/7/2026Boost TargetOutperform$180.00 ➝ $190.00+8.16%
8/7/2026UpgradeNeutralOutperform$152.00 ➝ $200.00+31.89%
8/7/2026Boost TargetNeutral$140.00 ➝ $160.00+5.51%
7/28/2026 Set Target$170.00+15.76%
7/14/2026Boost TargetBuy$160.00 ➝ $175.00+19.59%
6/5/2026 Initiated CoverageOutperform$165.00+23.39%
5/11/2026Boost TargetEqual Weight$122.00 ➝ $125.00-11.65%
5/4/2026 DowngradeHold
5/4/2026 Initiated CoverageBuy
5/4/2026 UpgradeBuy
5/4/2026 Initiated CoverageOutperform
5/4/2026 Initiated CoverageBuy
4/8/2026Lower TargetBuy$200.00 ➝ $185.00+40.66%
3/3/2026Boost TargetOutperform$156.00 ➝ $175.00+31.32%
2/17/2026 UpgradeStrong-Buy
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11/24/2025 Initiated CoverageHold
11/7/2025Reiterated RatingNeutral
8/12/2025 UpgradeHold
2/14/2025UpgradeSellHold$143.00+1.39%
12/18/2024 Boost TargetNeutral$154.00 ➝ $159.00+20.24%

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Should I Buy Airbnb Stock? ABNB Pros and Cons Explained

These pros and cons were generated based on recent news and financial data from MarketBeat in order to provide readers with the fastest and most accurate insights. They were last updated on Tuesday, September 22, 2026. Please send any questions or comments about these Airbnb pros and cons to contact@marketbeat.com.

Airbnb
Bull Case

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Here are some ways that investors could benefit from investing in Airbnb, Inc.:

  • Airbnb, Inc. recently reported strong second-quarter results, with earnings per share of $1.37 beating the consensus estimate of $1.26 and revenue reaching $3.61 billion, which represents a 16.3% year-over-year increase. This performance demonstrates solid operating momentum and the company's ability to drive growth in its core marketplace business.
  • The stock is currently trading at $166.84, which is below the average analyst price target of $179.09 and significantly lower than the recent high of $193.45. This valuation gap suggests potential upside for investors, especially as the consensus rating remains a "Moderate Buy" with multiple analysts, including Citizens JMP and TD Cowen, recently raising their targets or upgrading their ratings.
  • Institutional interest in Airbnb, Inc. has been growing, with new positions established by funds such as Nykredit A S, which purchased 177,310 shares valued at approximately $25.37 million in the second quarter. This influx of institutional capital, alongside existing holdings from major players like Norges Bank and Wellington Management Group, indicates strong confidence in the company's long-term prospects.
  • The company is expanding its addressable market by integrating hotel inventory, with RBC estimating that Airbnb, Inc. could add about 1 million rooms to its total addressable market by the end of the year. This strategic move diversifies the platform's offerings and positions it to capture a larger share of the travel accommodation market.
  • Airbnb, Inc. maintains a healthy financial position with a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.32 and a current ratio of 1.41, indicating that the company has sufficient liquidity to cover its short-term obligations. This financial stability provides a buffer against economic downturns and supports the company's ability to invest in growth initiatives.

Airbnb
Bear Case

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Investors should be bearish about investing in Airbnb, Inc. for these reasons:

  • There has been significant insider selling activity, with co-founder Nathan Blecharczyk selling 13,615 shares for approximately $2.35 million in September, reducing his direct ownership by 39.8%. Additionally, Chief Accounting Officer David Bernstein sold 1,489 shares, and in the last ninety days, insiders have sold over 2 million shares worth $336.6 million, which may signal a lack of confidence from those closest to the company.
  • The stock has a beta of 1.16, indicating that it is more volatile than the overall market. This higher sensitivity to market movements means that investors may experience greater price fluctuations, which could be concerning for those with a lower risk tolerance.
  • Some analysts, such as Morgan Stanley, have initiated coverage with a price target of $170, which implies limited near-term upside from the current price of $166.84. This conservative outlook contrasts with more bullish forecasts and highlights differing views on Airbnb, Inc.'s valuation and growth prospects.
  • The company's P/E ratio of 37.92 is relatively high, suggesting that investors are paying a premium for its earnings. This valuation may be difficult to sustain if growth slows or if the company faces increased competition from other travel platforms.
  • Airbnb, Inc. does not pay a dividend, with a dividend yield of 0.00%. This may be a drawback for income-focused investors who prefer stocks that provide regular cash flow in addition to potential capital appreciation.

ABNB Forecast - Frequently Asked Questions

According to the research reports of 40 Wall Street equities research analysts, the average twelve-month stock price forecast for Airbnb is $182.71, with a high forecast of $220.00 and a low forecast of $125.00.

40 Wall Street research analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for Airbnb in the last year. There is currently 1 sell rating, 12 hold ratings, 24 buy ratings and 3 strong buy ratings for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street research analysts is that investors should "moderate buy" ABNB shares.

According to analysts, Airbnb's stock has a predicted upside of 22.15% based on their 12-month stock forecasts.

Over the previous 90 days, Airbnb's stock had 5 upgrades and 1 downgrade by analysts.

Analysts like Airbnb more than other "consumer discretionary" companies. The consensus rating for Airbnb is Moderate Buy while the average consensus rating for "consumer discretionary" companies is Hold. Learn more on how ABNB compares to other companies.


MarketBeat monitors more than a dozen sources for Airbnb analyst ratings, with the most recent rating issued on 9/21/2026.
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