Airbnb (ABNB) Upgraded to Buy as Deutsche Bank Highlights Strong Booking Growth

Airbnb, Inc. (NASDAQ:ABNB) ranks among the best stocks to buy now for long-term growth. On February 13, Deutsche Bank raised its rating on Airbnb, Inc. (NASDAQ:ABNB) from Hold to Buy, with a target price of $154. The update comes after the company’s solid performance in the fourth quarter of 2025, with the company announcing a 10% increase in nights booked, beating Street’s forecast by 3.6% and recording its fastest growth in 2025.

Deutsche Bank identified two noteworthy product innovations that delivered more than 200 basis points of expansion, including the Reserve Now Pay Later (RNPL) option, which enhanced North American bookings, and a more straightforward fee structure for hosts, which reduced price friction.

According to the firm, Airbnb, Inc. (NASDAQ:ABNB) now expects double-digit revenue growth in 2026, driven by product acceleration from the latter half of 2025 and significant foreign exchange gains in the first half of 2026.

San Francisco-based Airbnb, Inc. (NASDAQ:ABNB) runs an online marketplace that links homeowners with travelers seeking accommodation.

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