Airbnb generates RM3bil in direct economic impact in Malaysia last year

KUALA LUMPUR: Airbnb’s host and guest community has generated approximately RM3bil in estimated direct economic impact in Malaysia last year.

Based on new survey findings and an analysis of internal data, Airbnb welcomed more than 3.25 million guests in Malaysia over the past 12 months (July 1, 2018 to July 1, 2019), which translates to a 73% year-on-year jump.