Cathie Wood Goes Bargain Hunting: 3 Stocks She Just Bought

Cathie Wood's Ark Invest added to positions in Nvidia, SpaceX, and Airbnb on Tuesday. Nvidia announced a record $150 billion share buyback authorization and trades near all-time highs with a forward P/E of 14.5x. SpaceX, down 34% from recent highs, is expected to turn profitable next year with revenue expected to more than double by 2027. Airbnb, down from its peak but showing strong double-digit revenue growth for six consecutive years, continues to demonstrate solid momentum.

09/30/2026, 9:05 AM • The Motley Fool

Online Survey Platform SurveyLegend Announces SurveyLegend AI for Q1 2027 and Launches Redesigned Website With 400+ Survey Templates

SurveyLegend announced SurveyLegend AI, featuring CreateLegend for AI-powered survey creation and InsightLegend for automated analysis, planned for Q1 2027 release across all plans including free tier. The company also launched a redesigned website with 370 new survey templates, bringing the total to 400+, along with improved performance and interactive demos.

09/29/2026, 3:52 PM • GlobeNewswire

Why Booking Holdings Stock Was Sliding Today

Booking Holdings stock fell 4.75% as investors worry Meta's Muse AI agent will disrupt the online travel agency business model. Rival Expedia announced a partnership with Muse, which can autonomously handle travel bookings and negotiate discounts. While OTAs have survived similar threats before, the middleman business model remains vulnerable to AI-powered alternatives.

09/23/2026, 11:06 AM • The Motley Fool

2 Growth Stocks That Could Double by 2030

Netflix and Airbnb are identified as growth stocks with potential to double by 2030. Netflix benefits from 330 million subscribers, 13-14% revenue growth guidance, expanding operating margins (33.4%), and AI-driven cost reductions. Airbnb shows renewed momentum with 17% revenue growth, expansion into hotels and travel services, and AI-powered customer support cost reductions. Both trade at reasonable valuations with strong analyst earnings growth projections of 21% and 20% respectively.

09/23/2026, 8:14 AM • The Motley Fool

Cathie Wood Goes Bargain Hunting: 3 Stocks She Just Bought

Cathie Wood's Ark Invest added to positions in Meta Platforms, Airbnb, and Beam Therapeutics on Monday. Meta surged 11% on momentum from its new Muse AI app and an upgraded price target from Wells Fargo. Airbnb continues strong revenue growth despite headwinds from rising travel costs and regulatory scrutiny. Beam Therapeutics is recovering after recent clinical trial data showed efficacy in its gene-editing treatment for alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency.

09/22/2026, 9:06 AM • The Motley Fool

Airbnb vs. Spotify Technology: Which Consumer Stock Is a Better Buy in 2026?

The article compares Airbnb and Spotify Technology as investment options for 2026. Both companies have achieved profitability with similar leverage ratios (0.3x debt-to-equity), but differ significantly in margins and valuations. Airbnb generated $12.2B in revenue with a 20.5% net margin and $4.6B in free cash flow, while Spotify achieved $20.1B in revenue with a 12.9% net margin and $3.4B in free cash flow. The author recommends Airbnb due to its asset-light marketplace model, stronger profitability, capital efficiency, and more resilient growth potential, despite both facing competitive and regulatory challenges.

09/03/2026, 11:15 AM • The Motley Fool

SpaceX Is Back Trading Near Its Opening-Day Price. History Says Shares Will Be Worth This Much in 1 Year.

SpaceX completed the largest IPO in history in June at $135, initially surging to $225 before retreating to around $150. Historical analysis of major tech IPOs shows a median 54% peak-to-trough decline in the first year. Based on past patterns, SpaceX stock could trade between $100-$170 over the next 12 months, with the median outcome suggesting a return to the IPO price of $135.

08/19/2026, 6:30 AM • The Motley Fool

Is Airbnb an Undervalued Stock to Buy?

Airbnb's revenue continues to surge despite macroeconomic headwinds, suggesting the stock may be undervalued. The company demonstrates strong travel demand and financial performance in its Q2 2026 earnings.

08/15/2026, 7:34 PM • The Motley Fool

Why Airbnb Stock Keeps Going Up

Airbnb's stock continues to rise following strong Q2 2026 earnings with 17% revenue growth to $3.6 billion and 10% increase in nights booked. CEO Brian Chesky attributes growth to AI integration throughout operations, which is improving host property listings, guest search capabilities, and feature rollout speed. The company is expanding beyond short-term rentals into hotels, car rentals, and grocery deliveries, positioning itself for future acquisition opportunities.

08/13/2026, 9:13 PM • The Motley Fool

Boomers Are Getting Rich and Retiring Early. 1 No-Brainer Stock To Buy Now

Rising stock markets and home prices are giving baby boomers significant disposable income, leading many to retire early. This demographic shift creates investment opportunities for companies targeting affluent older travelers. Viking Holdings, a luxury cruise line focused on adults 55+, is positioned to capitalize on this trend with strong revenue growth and differentiated offerings compared to traditional cruise competitors.

08/11/2026, 10:32 PM • The Motley Fool

Airbnb vs. MercadoLibre: Which Consumer Stock Is a Better Buy in 2026?

Airbnb and MercadoLibre represent two different growth strategies: Airbnb operates a global travel marketplace with strong margins (21% net margin) and $12.2B in FY2025 revenue, while MercadoLibre dominates Latin American e-commerce and fintech with explosive 39% revenue growth to $28.9B but lower margins (6.9%). The article recommends MercadoLibre for long-term investors despite higher valuation multiples, citing its Amazon-like positioning in high-growth emerging markets and reasonable price-to-sales ratio.

08/08/2026, 11:05 AM • The Motley Fool

Stock Market Today, Aug. 7: Markets Rally on Jobs Shock and Atlassian Surges 35%

Major stock indexes reached record highs on August 7, 2026, following an unexpected contraction in July payrolls that boosted interest rate optimism. The S&P 500 gained 0.62%, Nasdaq rose 1.30%, and the Dow climbed 0.28%. Atlassian surged 35% and Twilio gained 25% on strong earnings, while Trade Desk and Papa John's International declined on disappointing results. The Bank of America bull-and-bear indicator hit its highest level since 2021, prompting analysts to recommend rotating into defensive investments.

08/07/2026, 5:18 PM • The Motley Fool

Airbnb's CFO Sells Nearly 4,000 Shares Worth About $575,000. Here's What That Means for Investors.

Airbnb's CFO Ellie Mertz sold 3,748 shares worth approximately $574,718 on August 3, 2026, through a pre-arranged Rule 10b5-1 trading plan. The sale represents only a 0.84% reduction in her direct holdings, leaving her with ~442,000 shares valued at ~$66.5 million, maintaining strong alignment with shareholder interests. The transaction occurred near the stock's 52-week high, with Airbnb benefiting from strong Q2 earnings showing 17% year-over-year revenue growth and expansion into hotels and ancillary services.

08/06/2026, 6:19 PM • The Motley Fool

Airbnb vs. Axon Enterprise: Which Consumer Stock Is a Better Buy in 2026?

The article compares Airbnb and Axon Enterprise as investment options for 2026. Airbnb operates a global lodging marketplace with $12.2B in FY2025 revenue, 21% net margin, and strong free cash flow of $4.6B, trading at a Forward P/E of 29.1x. Axon Enterprise provides law enforcement hardware and software with $2.8B in FY2025 revenue and 33% growth, but trades at a much higher Forward P/E of 66.7x with only $75.1M in free cash flow. The author recommends Airbnb as the better buy due to faster growth, superior cash generation, and more attractive valuation multiples.

08/05/2026, 2:32 PM • The Motley Fool

Amazon.com vs. Airbnb: Comparing Revenue Trends Between an E-Commerce Leader and a Travel Giant

Amazon demonstrates significantly stronger revenue performance with consistent quarter-over-quarter growth and a 31% net income margin, driven largely by AWS's 37% year-over-year AI-related growth. Airbnb shows volatile seasonal patterns tied to travel demand with a 6% net income margin, experiencing peaks in Q3 during summer travel season. Amazon's Q2 revenue reached $200.6 billion with 20% year-over-year growth, while Airbnb's Q1 revenue was $2.7 billion with 18% year-over-year growth.

08/03/2026, 8:03 AM • The Motley Fool