Hilton Worldwide (NYSE:HLT) Releases FY 2026 Earnings Guidance

Key Points

• FY 2026 EPS guidance: Hilton set FY26 EPS at 8.280–8.400 (Q2 2026 guidance 2.180–2.240), below the sell‑side consensus of 9.05, signaling a softer full‑year profit outlook.
• Latest quarter: Hilton reported Q1 EPS of $2.01, above the $1.94 estimate, while reported revenue was $1.20 billion versus analysts' $2.94 billion expectation (per the release).
• Insider sale: CEO Christopher J. Nassetta sold 114,289 shares at about $317.47 each for roughly $36.3 million, cutting his stake by approximately 75.8%.

Hilton Worldwide (NYSE:HLT - Get Free Report) issued an update on its FY 2026 earnings guidance on Tuesday morning. The company provided earnings per share (EPS) guidance of 8.280-8.400 for the period, compared to the consensus estimate of 9.050. The company issued revenue guidance of -. Hilton Worldwide also updated its Q2 2026 guidance to 2.180-2.240 EPS.

Hilton Worldwide Stock Down 0.8%

Shares of Hilton Worldwide stock opened at $332.97 on Tuesday. Hilton Worldwide has a 12-month low of $217.05 and a 12-month high of $344.75. The stock has a market cap of $76.18 billion, a P/E ratio of 54.41, a P/E/G ratio of 2.90 and a beta of 1.11. The business's 50 day moving average is $311.70 and its 200-day moving average is $294.00.

Hilton Worldwide (NYSE:HLT - Get Free Report) last posted its quarterly earnings results on Tuesday, April 28th. The company reported $2.01 EPS for the quarter, topping analysts' consensus estimates of $1.94 by $0.07. Hilton Worldwide had a negative return on equity of 40.24% and a net margin of 12.10%.The business had revenue of $1.20 billion during the quarter, compared to analysts' expectations of $2.94 billion. Hilton Worldwide has set its FY 2026 guidance at 8.280-8.400 EPS and its Q2 2026 guidance at 2.180-2.240 EPS. On average, sell-side analysts expect that Hilton Worldwide will post 9.08 EPS for the current year.

Hilton Worldwide Announces Dividend

The firm also recently declared a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Tuesday, March 31st. Stockholders of record on Friday, February 27th were given a $0.15 dividend. This represents a $0.60 dividend on an annualized basis and a dividend yield of 0.2%. The ex-dividend date was Friday, February 27th. Hilton Worldwide's payout ratio is presently 9.80%.

Analyst Ratings Changes

Several research analysts have commented on the stock. Barclays boosted their price objective on shares of Hilton Worldwide from $350.00 to $363.00 and gave the company an "overweight" rating in a research report on Thursday, April 16th. UBS Group increased their price objective on Hilton Worldwide from $312.00 to $360.00 and gave the company a "buy" rating in a report on Monday, February 23rd. Raymond James Financial increased their price target on Hilton Worldwide from $300.00 to $355.00 and gave the stock an "outperform" rating in a report on Friday, February 20th. Wells Fargo & Company increased their price target on Hilton Worldwide from $373.00 to $376.00 and gave the stock an "overweight" rating in a report on Tuesday, April 14th. Finally, Argus increased their price target on Hilton Worldwide from $350.00 to $380.00 and gave the stock a "buy" rating in a report on Thursday, February 12th. One investment analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, fourteen have issued a Buy rating and nine have issued a Hold rating to the stock. Based on data from MarketBeat.com, the company presently has a consensus rating of "Moderate Buy" and an average target price of $338.41.

Insider Activity

In related news, insider Christopher J. Nassetta sold 114,289 shares of the firm's stock in a transaction dated Tuesday, February 17th. The shares were sold at an average price of $317.47, for a total value of $36,283,328.83. Following the transaction, the insider owned 36,445 shares of the company's stock, valued at approximately $11,570,194.15. This trade represents a 75.82% decrease in their position. The sale was disclosed in a legal filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which can be accessed through the SEC website. 2.70% of the stock is owned by company insiders.

Hedge Funds Weigh In On Hilton Worldwide

Large investors have recently added to or reduced their stakes in the business. Kemnay Advisory Services Inc. bought a new position in shares of Hilton Worldwide during the 4th quarter worth approximately $26,000. Van ECK Associates Corp bought a new position in shares of Hilton Worldwide during the 3rd quarter worth approximately $60,000. DV Equities LLC bought a new position in shares of Hilton Worldwide during the 4th quarter worth approximately $94,000. Geneos Wealth Management Inc. lifted its position in shares of Hilton Worldwide by 182.2% during the 1st quarter. Geneos Wealth Management Inc. now owns 333 shares of the company's stock worth $76,000 after buying an additional 215 shares in the last quarter. Finally, Greenline Wealth Management LLC bought a new position in shares of Hilton Worldwide during the 4th quarter worth approximately $141,000. Institutional investors own 95.90% of the company's stock.

About Hilton Worldwide

Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc is a global hospitality company that develops, owns, manages and franchises a broad portfolio of hotels and resorts. Its business spans full-service luxury and lifestyle properties, select- and focused-service hotels, and extended-stay accommodations. The company generates revenue through management and franchise fees, owned and leased real estate, and guest services, and supports customer retention and direct bookings through its Hilton Honors guest loyalty program.

Hilton's brand portfolio includes internationally recognized names across the lodging spectrum, from luxury and upper-upscale brands to midscale and extended-stay offerings.

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