Airbnb plans to close its domestic business in China after harsh Covid-19 lockdowns compounded the pain from mounting local competition, according to people familiar with its decision.

Bookings of stays and experiences in China typically account for about 1% of Airbnb’s overall revenue, the people said.

This post first appeared on wsj.com

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