Inflation dominated headlines this week with the Consumer Price Index rising 8.5% in March -- its highest year-over-year expansion in 2022 so far. Hosts on the platform may be able to increase prices in line with the inflation the U.S. is seeing today because of Airbnb's strong brand, allowing the company to enjoy more stable revenue. Because of the company's reputation, customers will continue to use its platform to find and book vacations despite these price hikes, which might not be true for other competitors like Vrbo.