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Host Hotels & Resorts Inc (HST)

Host Hotels & Resorts Inc (HST) 1-star rating from Upturn Advisory
$17.16
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Upturn Advisory Summary

12/04/2025: HST (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

Upturn Star Rating

Upturn 1 star rating for performance

Not Recommended Performance

These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.

Number of Analysts

3 star rating from financial analysts

19 Analysts rated it

Moderately tracked stock, growing coverage, gaining market and investor attention.

1 Year Target Price $19.79

1 Year Target Price $19.79

Analysts Price Target For last 52 week
$19.79 Target price
52w Low $11.93
Current$17.16
52w High $18.32

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -20.28%
Avg. Invested days 35
Today’s Advisory WEAK BUY
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Upturn last close icon Last Close 12/04/2025

Key Highlights

Company Size Large-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 11.95B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 16.19
1Y Target Price 19.79
Price to earnings Ratio 16.19
1Y Target Price 19.79
Volume (30-day avg) 19
Beta 1.21
52 Weeks Range 11.93 - 18.32
Updated Date 12/4/2025
52 Weeks Range 11.93 - 18.32
Updated Date 12/4/2025
Dividends yield (FY) 4.53%
Basic EPS (TTM) 1.06

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Revenue by Geography

Geography revenue - Year on Year

Earnings Date

Report Date 2025-11-05
When -
Estimate 0.0318
Actual 0.23

Profitability

Profit Margin 12.4%
Operating Margin (TTM) 7.35%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 3.92%
Return on Equity (TTM) 10.92%

Valuation

Trailing PE 16.19
Forward PE 19.01
Enterprise Value 17248596234
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.01
Enterprise Value 17248596234
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.01
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.9
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 9.61
Shares Outstanding 687689481
Shares Floating 641352964
Shares Outstanding 687689481
Shares Floating 641352964
Percent Insiders 1.38
Percent Institutions 108.59

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Host Hotels & Resorts Inc

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Company Overview

Company history and background logo History and Background

Host Hotels & Resorts, Inc. was founded in 1993 as Host Marriott Corporation. It evolved from Marriott Corporation's real estate division. The company was renamed Host Hotels & Resorts in 2006 after Marriott spun off its hotel management business. It is one of the largest lodging real estate investment trusts (REITs) in the world.

Company business area logo Core Business Areas

  • Hotel Ownership: Owns luxury and upper-upscale hotels. The company generates revenue primarily through room sales, food and beverage, and other ancillary services within its hotels.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

James F. Risoleo is the President and CEO. The company has a board of directors overseeing strategic direction and corporate governance.

Top Products and Market Share

Product Key Offerings logo Key Offerings

  • Luxury and Upper-Upscale Hotels: Host Hotels & Resorts owns and manages a portfolio of high-end hotels. The exact market share is difficult to pinpoint precisely as it varies by region and segment within the luxury hotel market. Competitors include REITs like Park Hotels & Resorts (PK) and Pebblebrook Hotel Trust (PEB).

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The lodging industry is cyclical and sensitive to economic conditions. Key trends include increasing demand for experiential travel, growth in online booking platforms, and the rising popularity of short-term rentals.

Positioning

Host Hotels & Resorts is positioned as a leading owner of luxury and upper-upscale hotels, focusing on properties in prime locations with strong brand affiliations. Its competitive advantage lies in its scale, high-quality portfolio, and experienced management team.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The global hotel market is estimated to be in the trillions of dollars. Host Hotels & Resorts focuses on the upper end of the market. As a REIT, Host owns around $12 billion worth of assets. Their TAM could be approximated as the luxury and upper-upscale hotel segment's market value, which is a substantial portion of the overall market.

Upturn SWOT Analysis

Strengths

  • High-quality portfolio of luxury and upper-upscale hotels
  • Strong brand affiliations with major hotel chains
  • Experienced management team
  • Diversified geographic presence
  • Economies of scale

Weaknesses

  • High dependence on economic conditions
  • Sensitivity to travel trends and consumer preferences
  • Significant debt levels
  • Exposure to property-specific risks
  • Capital intensive business model

Opportunities

  • Expansion into new geographic markets
  • Acquisition of additional high-quality hotel assets
  • Renovation and repositioning of existing properties
  • Capitalizing on growing demand for experiential travel
  • Improved operational efficiencies through technology adoption

Threats

  • Economic downturns and recessions
  • Increased competition from alternative lodging options (e.g., Airbnb)
  • Rising interest rates
  • Geopolitical instability
  • Labor shortages and wage inflation

Competitors and Market Share

Key competitor logo Key Competitors

  • PK
  • PEB
  • RLJ
  • DRH

Competitive Landscape

Host Hotels & Resorts benefits from its scale, prime locations, and strong brand partnerships. However, it faces competition from other REITs, hotel management companies, and alternative lodging providers.

Major Acquisitions

Grand Wailea Resort

  • Year: 2018
  • Acquisition Price (USD millions): 1920
  • Strategic Rationale: Acquiring premier resort properties like the Grand Wailea expands Host Hotel's presence in key luxury markets and enhances its portfolio.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: Discussed in prose form with numbers where available.

Future Projections: Discussed in prose form with numbers where available.

Recent Initiatives: Discussed in prose form with numbers where available.

Summary

Host Hotels & Resorts is a leading lodging REIT with a strong portfolio of luxury hotels. Its performance is closely tied to economic conditions and travel trends. While the company benefits from its scale and brand affiliations, it must navigate competition from alternative lodging options and manage its debt effectively. Strategic acquisitions and renovations are essential for maintaining its competitive edge. Currently it is a HOLD.

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Sources and Disclaimers

Data Sources:

  • Company SEC Filings (10-K, 10-Q)
  • Investor Presentations
  • Industry Reports (e.g., STR, PWC, Deloitte)
  • Financial News Outlets (e.g., Bloomberg, Reuters)
  • Yahoo Finance

Disclaimers:

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About Host Hotels & Resorts Inc

Exchange NASDAQ
Headquaters Bethesda, MD, United States
IPO Launch date 1983-04-06
President, CEO & Director Mr. James F. Risoleo
Sector Real Estate
Industry REIT - Hotel & Motel
Full time employees 165
Full time employees 165

Host Hotels & Resorts, Inc. is an S&P 500 company and is the largest lodging real estate investment trust and one of the largest owners of luxury and upper-upscale hotels. The Company currently owns 74 properties in the United States and five properties internationally totaling approximately 42,500 rooms. The Company also holds non-controlling interests in seven domestic joint ventures. Guided by a disciplined approach to capital allocation and aggressive asset management, the Company partners with premium brands such as Marriott, Ritz-Carlton, Westin, Sheraton, W, The Luxury Collection, Hyatt, Fairmont, 1 Hotels, Hilton, Four Seasons, Swissôtel, ibis and Novotel, as well as independent brands.