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Earnings Reaction

Scott Galloway analyzes Airbnb's recent earnings report, highlighting its strong performance despite an initial stock dip. He notes that Airbnb's revenue rose by 17% and bookings increased by 12%, surpassing expectations 1. However, the stock fell over 4% due to concerns about future booking growth 2. Scott attributes this to CEO Brian Chesky's strategy of tempering expectations to ensure positive surprises, a tactic he believes is effective for maintaining investor confidence 2.

   

Valuation Concerns

Scott also expresses concerns about Airbnb's current valuation, comparing it to other tech giants like Alphabet and Meta. He points out that Airbnb is trading at 30 times its enterprise value to EBITDA, significantly higher than its peers 2. This high valuation prompts Scott to consider selling some of his shares, though he acknowledges the challenge of timing such decisions 2. He reflects on the tendency for stocks to rise after he sells, humorously suggesting that simply thinking about selling might boost the stock price.