GLOBALT Investments LLC / GA 13F: New $597K Stake in ABNB
Key Points
- GLOBALT Investments LLC has opened a new position in Airbnb, acquiring 3,715 shares for about $596,815 as of September 30, 2026.
- The stock closed at $168.49 on the filing date and was recently trading around $168.82, indicating a slight increase since then.
- Airbnb, Inc. has a market cap of approximately $100.8 billion and is set to report earnings on November 5, 2026.
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In a filing on October 27, 2026, GLOBALT Investments LLC took a new position in Airbnb, Inc. (ABNB), acquiring 3,715 shares valued at $596,815. This new stake is part of the fund's broader investment strategy, as reported in its latest Form 13F filing with the SEC.
Where Airbnb Fits in GLOBALT Investments' Portfolio
GLOBALT's new position in Airbnb represents about 0.04% of its total reported 13F value of approximately $1.68 billion. This stake ranks 44th among the 212 positions in the fund's portfolio, indicating a modest yet strategic investment in the travel services sector.
Other Institutional Activity in Airbnb
PensionDanmark Pensionsforsikringsaktieselskab increased its stake in Airbnb by 17,954 shares, bringing its total to 128,710 shares valued at about $20.7 million. Asset Management One also boosted its holdings, acquiring 59,961 shares for a total of 268,044 shares valued at roughly $43.1 million. Additionally, Assenagon Asset Management S.A. grew its position significantly by 1,816,522 shares, totaling 3,401,521 shares valued at approximately $546.5 million.
Airbnb, Inc. Stock Down 1.9%
Airbnb closed at $168.49 on October 27, 2026, the same day GLOBALT filed its new position. The stock has been trading recently around $168.82, which is about equal to its closing price on the filing date. The shares are currently below their 50-day moving average by about 1.7% but above the 200-day average by 15.5%. Over the past year, the stock has traded between $110.81 and $193.45.
Recent Earnings
Airbnb reported trailing twelve-month revenue of approximately $13.16 billion, with a net margin of 20.4%. The company is expected to announce its next earnings on November 5, 2026, which could provide further insights into its financial performance.
Earnings drift grade
Outlook vs expectations on the last report — not price action.
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Forward outlook
12 analysts raised price targets.
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EPS & revenue
EPS missed estimates by 11.9%. Revenue met estimates.
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Profit surprise
EBITDA missed by 83 percent. Operating income beat by 2 percent.
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Pre-earnings setup
Expectations were about average.
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Analyst signal
1 upgrade, 12 target raises.
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Earnings quality
Gross margin up 0.6 points. Operating margin up 1.5 points. Positive free cash flow.
Earnings Call Summary
Airbnb delivered a strong quarter with $2.678 billion in revenue, up 18 percent year over year, beating guidance. Gross booking value grew 19 percent and nights booked accelerated, though there was a 100 basis point headwind from Middle East conflict. The company is driving growth through Reserve Now Pay Later, which now represents 20 percent of bookings, app improvements that drove 22 percent app nights growth, and new initiatives like hotels and experiences. Management highlighted that nearly 60 percent of engineering code is now written with AI assistance, doubling the industry average.
Guidance Airbnb raised full year revenue growth outlook to low to mid-teens percent. For the next quarter, they guided $3.54 billion to $3.6 billion in revenue, representing 14 to 16 percent growth year over year. They expect adjusted EBITDA margin to be at least 35 percent for the full year.
Fine but not compelling. Acceptable results that likely do not create a meaningful forward reset.
Insider Buying and Selling at Airbnb, Inc.
Recently, Nathan Blecharczyk, the Chief Strategy Officer, bought a total of 88,366 shares on June 24, 2026, and 96,263 shares on June 26, 2026. However, he sold 13,615 shares on October 12, 2026, valued at around $2.25 million. David C Bernstein, the Chief Accounting Officer, also sold 1,369 shares on October 15, 2026, for about $230,006.
Analysts Set New Price Targets
On October 27, 2026, Oppenheimer maintained its Outperform rating on Airbnb with a price target of $210, up from $190. Earlier, Citizens had a target of $200, while RBC Capital reiterated its Outperform rating with a $195 target. The consensus recommendation for Airbnb remains a buy, with a mean price target of approximately $183.45 based on 40 analyst opinions.
About Airbnb, Inc.
Airbnb, Inc. operates a platform for booking stays and experiences worldwide, connecting hosts and guests through its website and mobile app. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Airbnb has grown to become a significant player in the travel services industry, facilitating millions of bookings each year.
Bottom Line
Investors should keep an eye on Airbnb's upcoming earnings report on November 5, 2026, which could provide new insights into the company's performance. Additionally, as more institutional investors adjust their positions, the impact on Airbnb's stock price will be worth monitoring.
Source: GLOBALT Investments LLC / GA's 13F filing on $ABNB (Oct 27, 2026). 13F filings show holdings as of the end of the reporting quarter and may not reflect the fund's current position. Written by software, not financial advice. How we make alerts