Why Investors Should View Airbnb as a Tech Company

Rachel Warren and Travis Hoium, The Motley Fool

Sun, May 22, 2022, 6:00 AM4 min read

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Has Airbnb (NASDAQ: ABNB) become more than just a digital travel company? In this video clip from "The Virtual Opportunities Show" on Motley Fool Live, recorded on May 3, Fool.com contributors Rachel Warren and Travis Hoium share their thoughts on why Airbnb should be considered a tech platform, and one that is very enticing for investment. Rachel Warren: As you mentioned earlier, Airbnb is about to report its earnings for the first quarter of 2022.

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