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Get filing alertsAirbnb raises $2.5B in senior notes, repays $2B convertible debt at maturity
Filed March 16, 2026 · Period ending March 12, 2026 · ~1 min read
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Airbnb issued $2.5 billion in senior notes across three tranches: $850M due 2029 at 4.400%, $850M due 2031 at 4.650%, and $800M due 2036 at 5.250%. The offering closed March 16, 2026.
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Company used offering proceeds to repay $2 billion of 0% convertible senior notes that matured in March 2026, eliminating potential shareholder dilution from conversion.
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Notes include change-of-control protection requiring Airbnb to repurchase at 101% of principal plus interest if the company is acquired or undergoes similar transaction.
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Airbnb can redeem notes early at make-whole premium (Treasury rate plus 10-20 basis points) or at par after specified dates, providing debt management flexibility.
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Cross-default provision triggers if Airbnb defaults on other debt exceeding $250 million for 30+ days. Standard covenants limit liens, sale-leasebacks, and major asset sales.
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Summary
Airbnb completed a $2.5 billion debt refinancing, replacing zero-coupon convertible notes with traditional senior notes at market rates. The company issued three tranches of unsecured debt with maturities spread between 2029 and 2036, paying interest rates from 4.4% to 5.25%.
Proceeds immediately retired $2 billion of convertible notes that matured in March 2026, eliminating conversion-related dilution risk for existing shareholders. This transaction represents a shift from equity-linked financing to straight debt, reflecting Airbnb's maturation as a public company and current market conditions.
The interest rates suggest investors view Airbnb as investment-grade quality, while the staggered maturities reduce refinancing risk. The notes include standard bondholder protections including change-of-control puts at 101% and cross-default provisions above $250 million. Retail investors should monitor Airbnb's debt-to-EBITDA ratio and interest coverage as the company now carries higher cash interest obligations than under the convertible structure. Watch upcoming quarterly earnings for management commentary on capital allocation priorities and whether the remaining $500 million in net proceeds will fund buybacks, acquisitions, or general corporate purposes.
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Event · Item 1.01 — Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement
Item 1.01 — Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement filed; see Key Changes for terms.
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Prior to the Par Call Date (as defined below), for a series of Notes, the Company may redeem such Notes at its option, in whole or in part, at any time and from time to time, at a redemption price (expressed as a percentage of principal amount and rounded to three decimal places) equal to the greater of: (1) (a) the sum of the present values of the remaining scheduled payments of principal and interest thereon discounted to the redemption date (assuming the Notes matured on the applicable Par Call Date) on a semi-annual basis (assuming a 360-day year consisting of twelve 30-day months) at the Treasury Rate (as defined in the Indenture) plus (i) 10 basis points in the case of the 2029 Notes, (ii) 15 basis points in the case of the 2031 Notes, and (iii) 20 basis points in the case of the 2036 Notes
Airbnb can redeem the notes early at a make-whole premium calculated using Treasury rates plus 10-20 basis points depending on the series. After specified par call dates (one to three months before maturity), the company can redeem at par value plus accrued interest, giving Airbnb flexibility to manage its debt structure.
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Upon the occurrence of a Change of Control Triggering Event (as defined in the Indenture) with respect to a series of Notes, unless the Company has redeemed such series of Notes in full, has defeased the Notes or has satisfied and discharged the Notes, each holder of Notes of such series will have the right to require that the Company repurchase any and all of such holder’s Notes of such series at a purchase price equal to 101% of the principal amount of the Notes to be repurchased plus accrued and unpaid interest
If Airbnb undergoes a change of control triggering event, noteholders have the right to require the company to repurchase their notes at 101% of principal plus accrued interest. This provides downside protection to bondholders in the event of an acquisition or similar transaction.
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The Indenture contains covenants that limit the ability of the Company and its restricted subsidiaries to, among other things: (i) create liens on certain assets to secure debt; (ii) enter into certain sale and leaseback transactions; and (iii) in the case of the Company, consolidate with, merge into or sell, convey or lease all or substantially all of the Company’s assets to any other person
The notes include standard covenants restricting Airbnb's ability to pledge assets as collateral, engage in sale-leaseback transactions, or merge/sell substantially all assets. These limitations protect bondholders but are subject to important exceptions detailed in the indenture.
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default in the payment of any other indebtedness or other default on any indebtedness, which default results in the acceleration of such indebtedness, in each case in excess of $250,000,000, and continuance of such default for a period of 30 days
The indenture includes cross-default provisions where a payment default or acceleration on other debt exceeding $250 million that continues for 30 days would trigger a default on these notes. Other standard defaults include missed payments on the notes themselves, covenant breaches, and bankruptcy events.
Event · Item 2.03 — Creation of a Direct Financial Obligation
Airbnb created a direct financial obligation or off-balance sheet arrangement, with details incorporated by reference from Item 1.01.
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Item 2.03 Creation of a Direct Financial Obligation or an Obligation under an Off-Balance Sheet Arrangement of a Registrant The information set forth under Item 1.01 of this Current Report on Form 8-K is incorporated herein by reference.
Airbnb disclosed the creation of a direct financial obligation or an off-balance sheet arrangement. The specific details of this obligation are referenced in Item 1.01 of the same 8-K filing, which is not included in the provided text. This type of disclosure typically involves new debt, credit facilities, guarantees, or similar financial commitments that could impact the company's balance sheet or future cash flows.
Event · Item 8.01 — Other Events
Item 8.01 — Other Events filed; see Key Changes for terms.
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On March 16, 2026, the Company used net proceeds from the Offering to repay $2.0 billion aggregate principal amount of its 0% convertible senior notes due March 2026 upon their maturity.
Airbnb repaid $2.0 billion of convertible senior notes that matured in March 2026, using proceeds from a prior offering. This was a scheduled maturity repayment, not a default or early extinguishment. The repayment reduces the company's debt obligations and eliminates potential dilution from conversion.
Event · Item 9.01 — Financial Statements and Exhibits
Airbnb issued debt securities in three tranches (2029, 2031, 2036 Notes) via underwritten offering with BofA, Goldman Sachs, and Morgan Stanley.
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Underwriting Agreement, dated as of March 12, 2026, by and between the Company and BofA Securities, Inc., Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC, and Morgan Stanley & Co. LLC, as representatives of the several underwriters named therein
Airbnb entered into an underwriting agreement on March 12, 2026 with major investment banks (BofA Securities, Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley) to issue debt securities. This represents a capital markets transaction where the company is raising funds through a public debt offering underwritten by these financial institutions.
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Base Indenture, dated as of March 16, 2026, by and between the Company and U.S. Bank Trust Company, National Association, as trustee
Airbnb established a base indenture with U.S. Bank Trust Company as trustee on March 16, 2026, creating the legal framework for issuing debt securities. This foundational agreement governs the terms and conditions under which the company can issue notes and defines the rights of noteholders and the trustee's role.
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Form of 2029 Note (included in Exhibit 4.2) 4.4 Form of 2031 Note (included in Exhibit 4.2) 4.5 Form of 2036 Note (included in Exhibit 4.2)
Airbnb issued debt securities with three different maturity dates: 2029, 2031, and 2036. This multi-tranche structure allows the company to diversify its debt maturity profile and potentially optimize borrowing costs across different time horizons, with maturities ranging from approximately 3 to 10 years from issuance.
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