On August 7, Airbnb, Inc. released its financial report for the second quarter of 2026, showing strong overall performance in the first half of the year, marking one of the best results in recent history. The second quarter saw an acceleration in growth momentum, with all key metrics exceeding expectations.
Revenue increased 17% year-over-year to $3.6 billion. Gross Booking Value rose 16% year-over-year to $27.2 billion, driven primarily by sustained strong demand and a moderate increase in Average Daily Rate. Nights and Experiences Booked grew 10% year-over-year, with the pace accelerating compared to the first quarter of 2026.
Net income for the second quarter reached $816 million, while Adjusted EBITDA grew 21% year-over-year to $1.3 billion, with the Adjusted EBITDA margin improving to 35%. During the second quarter, Airbnb, Inc. strengthened its growth momentum across multiple global markets, with emerging markets maintaining positive trends, and the year-over-year growth rate of net cross-border booked nights accelerating in key core markets such as the United States, France, the United Kingdom, and Australia.
Additionally, Airbnb, Inc. is accelerating its transformation into an AI-native company, a shift that is already translating into tangible business results. In key projects, the company has reduced the product cycle from concept to delivery by up to 60%. Compared to the same period last year, the number of features and improvements launched this year has increased by nearly 80%. This significant improvement in innovation efficiency is driving continuous upgrades across Airbnb, Inc.'s business operations.