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Chesky says Airbnb will spend ‘a lot more’ on AI as earnings beat and stock surges 15%
Friday, August 7, 2026
Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky stated the company will increase spending on artificial intelligence after the company reported fourth-quarter earnings that exceeded analyst expectations. Airbnb's stock rose 15 percent following the earnings announcement. Chesky said AI contributed to a return in company growth during the year.
Original reporting: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/08/07/chesky-airbnb-ai-earnings.html