Airbnb (ABNB.US) Q3 sees comprehensive acceleration: revenue grows 19%, the fastest in over three years, with a new $12 billion buyback, and full-year guidance raised

According to Zhihu Finance APP, Airbnb (ABNB.US) released its Q3 2026 earnings after the US stock market closed on Thursday. The shareholder letter, headlined "Airbnb Returns to Growth Mode," delivered on its promise: revenue growth reached its fastest pace in more than three years, bookings significantly accelerated compared to the previous quarter, and the company announced a new $12 billion share buyback authorization while raising its full-year guidance. Boosted by this news, the share price surged by nearly 12% after hours, far exceeding the roughly 7.5% volatility priced in by the options market.