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Host Hotels & Resorts Inc (HST)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
10/15/2025: HST (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Number of Analysts
19 Analysts rated it
Moderately tracked stock, growing coverage, gaining market and investor attention.
1 Year Target Price $18.64
1 Year Target Price $18.64
| 10 | Strong Buy |
| 3 | Buy |
| 6 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -16.61% | Avg. Invested days 37 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  1.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 10/15/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Large-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 11.32B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 17.24 | 1Y Target Price 18.64 |
Price to earnings Ratio 17.24 | 1Y Target Price 18.64 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 19 | Beta 1.38 | 52 Weeks Range 11.93 - 18.32 | Updated Date 10/14/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 11.93 - 18.32 | Updated Date 10/14/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 4.92% | Basic EPS (TTM) 0.95 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
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Revenue by Geography
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Earnings Date
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Profitability
Profit Margin 11.1% | Operating Margin (TTM) 17.11% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 4.09% | Return on Equity (TTM) 9.72% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 17.24 | Forward PE 19.01 | Enterprise Value 16916858642 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.91 |
Enterprise Value 16916858642 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.91 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.85 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 9.88 | Shares Outstanding 687542878 | Shares Floating 641250616 |
Shares Outstanding 687542878 | Shares Floating 641250616 | ||
Percent Insiders 1.38 | Percent Institutions 107.92 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Host Hotels & Resorts Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
Host Hotels & Resorts, Inc. was founded in 1993 as Host Marriott Corporation. It was reorganized and renamed in 1999, becoming a real estate investment trust (REIT) focused on owning luxury and upper-upscale hotels. Over the years, the company divested restaurant operations and focused on hotel ownership.
Core Business Areas
- Hotel Ownership: Acquisition, redevelopment, and management of luxury and upper-upscale hotels.
Leadership and Structure
The CEO is James F. Risoleo. The company operates as a REIT, structured to own and manage a portfolio of hotels, with operations overseen by a board of directors.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Luxury and Upper-Upscale Hotel Properties: Host owns a portfolio of hotels in major urban and resort destinations. Market share data at a granular property level is not publicly available; however, they are a leading owner of these properties within the full-service sector. Competitors include other REITs like Pebblebrook Hotel Trust and Park Hotels & Resorts, as well as major hotel chains that also own properties.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The hotel industry is influenced by factors such as economic growth, travel trends, and consumer spending. REITs specializing in hotel ownership are subject to market cycles and occupancy rates.
Positioning
Host Hotels & Resorts is a leading REIT focused on luxury and upper-upscale hotel properties, giving it a competitive advantage in attracting high-end travelers and generating higher revenue per available room (RevPAR).
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global hotel market is in the trillions of USD. Host Hotels is positioned to capture revenue from the premium segment which is a significant percentage of the TAM. Specifics are difficult to give due to limited public data.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Strong portfolio of luxury and upper-upscale hotels
- Experienced management team
- Strategic locations in major urban and resort markets
- Access to capital markets as a REIT
Weaknesses
- Sensitivity to economic cycles and travel trends
- High fixed costs associated with hotel ownership
- Reliance on third-party hotel operators (e.g., Marriott, Hyatt)
- Exposure to property-specific risks (e.g., natural disasters)
Opportunities
- Expanding into new geographic markets
- Acquiring distressed hotel assets
- Renovating and repositioning existing properties
- Leveraging technology to improve guest experience and operational efficiency
Threats
- Economic downturns and recessions
- Increased competition from alternative lodging options (e.g., Airbnb)
- Rising interest rates
- Geopolitical instability and terrorism
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- PK
- PEB
- RHP
Competitive Landscape
Host Hotels & Resorts benefits from its scale and focus on high-end properties. However, it faces competition from other REITs and major hotel chains. Success depends on effective asset management, strategic acquisitions, and the ability to adapt to changing market conditions.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historical Growth requires regularly updated financial data.
Future Projections: Future projections requires regularly updated financial data based on analyst estimates.
Recent Initiatives: Highlight recent strategic initiatives undertaken by Host Hotels & Resorts Inc. This requires regularly updated financial data.
Summary
Host Hotels & Resorts is a leading lodging REIT focused on luxury and upper-upscale hotels. The company's portfolio is strategically located, but it faces risks related to economic cycles and competition. Continued growth depends on successful acquisitions, effective asset management, and navigating industry trends.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company Filings (SEC)
- Industry Reports
- Financial News Outlets
Disclaimers:
The information provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Market data can fluctuate, and past performance is not indicative of future results.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
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 | Website https://www.hosthotels.com |
Full time employees 165 | Website https://www.hosthotels.com | ||
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 75 properties in the United States and five properties internationally totaling approximately 42,900 rooms. The Company also holds non-controlling interests in seven domestic and one international joint venture. 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, St. Regis, The Luxury Collection, Hyatt, Fairmont, 1 Hotels, Hilton, Four Seasons, Swissôtel, ibis and Novotel, as well as independent brands.
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