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Evaluating stocks involves considering many crucial factors, but the ability to generate cash is of uniquely paramount importance. At the end of the day, a business centers around the idea of generating cash over net income.

Airbnb's (ABNB 2.92%) asset-lite business model generates a growing annual free cash flow figure, fueling stock buybacks.

On March 13, the S&P 500 finished the day down 10% from its previous all-time high. This officially pushed the stock market into what's known as "correction" territory, even if this is a misnomer.

Online property rental company's new initiatives focused on experiences and other services are set to launch in May.

The stock market has had a bumpy start to the year, with the S&P 500 down about 6% year to date at the time of writing. While it can be unnerving to watch your investments lose value, market volatility is the price investors have to pay to experience large gains down the road.

AirBnb's business model is exceptional, generating significant cash flow with minimal capital expenditures, making it a strong long-term investment despite its stock volatility. The company's ability to earn interest on customer prepayments and its strong cash position highlight its financial strength and operational efficiency. Expansion into new markets and adjacent businesses, while risky, offers substantial growth potential, similar to Amazon's early strategy.

Investors are experiencing the first big stock market sell-off of 2025. I have no idea -- and neither does anyone else -- when this drawdown will end or when another one will occur.

Airbnb's asset-light, high-margin business model and strong financials - including $10B in cash and 24% net margins - make it a compelling long-term investment. Despite a recent growth slowdown, Airbnb's strategic focus on core services, global expansion, and new offerings positions it for continued revenue growth and market share gains. At 7x sales and 18x free cash flow, Airbnb shares are attractively priced, offering potential for significant compounded returns as the company scales.

Wall Street has started to worry about a slump in consumer spending—and that would be bad news for the tourism sector.

Airbnb is planning to embed artificial intelligence (AI) throughout its operations to transform guest and homeowner experiences, enabling a “concierge in your pocket,” according to its chief business officer. AI is an “incredibly high priority,” said Airbnb's Dave Stephenson, at the Human[x] conference in Las Vegas on Monday (March 10).