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Sep 30, 2023
Airbnb Q3 2023 Earnings Report
Airbnb reported strong Q3 2023 results, marked by revenue growth, net income increase, and adjusted EBITDA improvement.
Key Takeaways
Airbnb's Q3 2023 demonstrated strong financial performance with revenue reaching $3.4 billion, a net income of $4.4 billion (including a one-time tax benefit), and adjusted EBITDA of $1.8 billion. Nights and Experiences Booked grew to 113.2 million, and Free Cash Flow was $1.3 billion. The company is closely monitoring macroeconomic trends and geopolitical conflicts that may impact travel demand.
Q3 revenue was $3.4 billion, up 18% year-over-year.
Net income was $4.4 billion, which included a $2.8 billion one-time, non-cash income tax benefit.
Adjusted EBITDA was $1.8 billion, up 26% year-over-year.
Free Cash Flow was $1.3 billion, up 37% year-over-year.
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Forward Guidance
For Q4 2023, Airbnb expects revenue between $2.13 billion and $2.17 billion, representing year-over-year growth of 12% to 14%. They anticipate a slightly higher take rate compared to Q4 2022, moderating nights booked growth relative to Q3 2023, and stable to slightly up ADR. A record-high fourth quarter Adjusted EBITDA is expected, with an Adjusted EBITDA margin exceeding Q4 2022, leading to a full-year 2023 Adjusted EBITDA margin approximately 150 bps higher than full-year 2022.
Positive Outlook
- Revenue growth between 12% and 14% year-over-year is expected.
- Implied take rate is anticipated to be slightly higher than Q4 2022.
- ADR is expected to be stable to slightly up compared to the same period last year.
- A record-high fourth quarter Adjusted EBITDA is expected in 2023 on a nominal basis.
- Adjusted EBITDA margin for full-year 2023 is expected to be approximately 150 bps higher than full-year 2022.
Challenges Ahead
- Greater volatility early in Q4 is being observed.
- Macroeconomic trends may impact travel demand.
- Geopolitical conflicts may impact travel demand.
- Nights booked growth in Q4 2023 is expected to moderate relative to Q3 2023.
- The company is closely monitoring these factors.