Brokerages Set Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc. (NYSE:HLT) Price Target at $306.39

Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc. (NYSE:HLT) has earned a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” from the twenty-two ratings firms that are covering the stock, Marketbeat Ratings reports. Eight research analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating, thirteen have assigned a buy rating and one has issued a strong buy rating on the company. The average 1-year price target among brokers that have updated their coverage on the stock in the last year is $321.2381.

A number of brokerages have issued reports on HLT. Barclays increased their price target on Hilton Worldwide from $309.00 to $350.00 and gave the stock an “overweight” rating in a research note on Thursday. HSBC boosted their price target on Hilton Worldwide from $307.00 to $319.00 and gave the stock a “buy” rating in a report on Friday, January 23rd. Evercore lifted their price objective on shares of Hilton Worldwide from $280.00 to $325.00 and gave the company an “in-line” rating in a research report on Thursday, January 22nd. JPMorgan Chase & Co. raised their target price on shares of Hilton Worldwide from $318.00 to $350.00 and gave the company an “overweight” rating in a research note on Thursday. Finally, Jefferies Financial Group reiterated a “buy” rating and issued a $339.00 target price on shares of Hilton Worldwide in a research report on Wednesday.

Hilton Worldwide Stock Down 2.3%

HLT stock opened at $314.62 on Monday. The business’s 50-day moving average price is $296.14 and its 200-day moving average price is $278.20. The stock has a market cap of $72.14 billion, a P/E ratio of 51.41, a PEG ratio of 2.73 and a beta of 1.13. Hilton Worldwide has a twelve month low of $196.04 and a twelve month high of $333.86.

Hilton Worldwide (NYSE:HLT) last issued its quarterly earnings results on Wednesday, February 11th. The company reported $2.08 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $2.02 by $0.06. The business had revenue of $1.30 billion for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $2.99 billion. Hilton Worldwide had a net margin of 12.10% and a negative return on equity of 40.24%. The company’s revenue for the quarter was up 10.9% on a year-over-year basis. During the same quarter in the previous year, the firm earned $1.76 earnings per share. Hilton Worldwide has set its FY 2026 guidance at 8.490-8.610 EPS and its Q1 2026 guidance at 1.910-1.970 EPS. On average, equities research analysts expect that Hilton Worldwide will post 7.89 earnings per share for the current fiscal year.

Hilton Worldwide Dividend Announcement

The firm also recently declared a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Tuesday, March 31st. Investors of record on Friday, February 27th will be paid a dividend of $0.15 per share. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Friday, February 27th. This represents a $0.60 dividend on an annualized basis and a yield of 0.2%. Hilton Worldwide’s dividend payout ratio is presently 8.68%.

More Hilton Worldwide News

Here are the key news stories impacting Hilton Worldwide this week:

• Positive Sentiment: Q4 headline beat, stronger EPS and shareholder returns (dividend + record capital returns) reinforce the profit story and cash return thesis for long‑term holders. What Hilton Worldwide Holdings (HLT)’s Earnings Beat, Dividend Hike and Cautious 2026 Guidance Mean For Shareholders
• Positive Sentiment: Several large brokers raised targets and/or maintained bullish ratings — notable lifts from JPMorgan, Barclays, Wells Fargo and Argus increase analyst‑driven upside expectations and provide catalysts for buy‑side interest. JPMorgan adjusts price target
• Neutral Sentiment: Deutsche Bank raised its target to $332 but kept a “hold” rating (modest upside vs. recent prices), signaling cautious optimism rather than a buy endorsement. Deutsche Bank raises price target to $332
• Neutral Sentiment: Mizuho bumped its target and kept a neutral stance (small implied upside), reflecting mixed views on near‑term demand trends. Mizuho coverage note
• Negative Sentiment: Management set cautious 2026 guidance and flagged room‑revenue growth below some expectations amid softening budget travel and US occupancy pressure — this guidance is the primary downward catalyst for the stock. Q4 earnings call / guidance details
• Negative Sentiment: Truist raised its target but kept a “hold” at $307, which implies downside from recent levels and highlights some analyst caution on near‑term upside. Truist price target note

Institutional Inflows and Outflows

A number of hedge funds have recently bought and sold shares of the company. Clearstead Trust LLC bought a new position in Hilton Worldwide in the 2nd quarter worth about $30,000. Sagard Holdings Management Inc. purchased a new position in Hilton Worldwide during the 2nd quarter valued at about $30,000. Caitlin John LLC purchased a new stake in shares of Hilton Worldwide in the 3rd quarter worth approximately $32,000. ST Germain D J Co. Inc. bought a new position in shares of Hilton Worldwide during the fourth quarter valued at approximately $33,000. Finally, Bank of Jackson Hole Trust raised its stake in Hilton Worldwide by 132.7% in the second quarter. Bank of Jackson Hole Trust now owns 128 shares of the company’s stock worth $34,000 after buying an additional 73 shares in the last quarter. 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.