Hilton Worldwide (NYSE:HLT) Price Target Raised to $350.00

Hilton Worldwide (NYSE:HLT) had its target price increased by Barclays from $309.00 to $350.00 in a research note published on Thursday, Marketbeat Ratings reports. The firm currently has an overweight rating on the stock.

Several other equities research analysts have also weighed in on HLT. Deutsche Bank Aktiengesellschaft increased their price objective on shares of Hilton Worldwide from $286.00 to $299.00 in a research note on Tuesday, February 3rd. Macquarie Infrastructure upped their target price on Hilton Worldwide from $267.00 to $280.00 and gave the company a “neutral” rating in a report on Tuesday, January 13th. HSBC raised 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. BMO Capital Markets upped their price objective on Hilton Worldwide from $275.00 to $320.00 and gave the stock a “market perform” rating in a research note on Friday, January 9th. Finally, Mizuho raised their target price on Hilton Worldwide from $266.00 to $321.00 and gave the company a “neutral” rating in a research note on Thursday. One investment analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, thirteen have issued a Buy rating and nine have assigned a Hold rating to the stock. According to data from MarketBeat.com, the stock currently has a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” and an average price target of $321.18.

Hilton Worldwide Trading Down 2.3%

Shares of HLT opened at $314.62 on Thursday. The firm has a market cap of $72.14 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 51.41, a PEG ratio of 2.66 and a beta of 1.13. Hilton Worldwide has a 52 week low of $196.04 and a 52 week high of $333.86. The stock has a 50 day moving average of $296.14 and a 200-day moving average of $278.24.

Hilton Worldwide (NYSE:HLT) last announced its quarterly earnings data on Wednesday, February 11th. The company reported $2.08 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, topping the consensus estimate of $2.02 by $0.06. Hilton Worldwide had a negative return on equity of 40.24% and a net margin of 12.10%.The firm had revenue of $1.30 billion for the quarter, compared to analysts’ expectations of $2.99 billion. During the same period last year, the business posted $1.76 earnings per share. The firm’s revenue for the quarter was up 10.9% on a year-over-year basis. 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, sell-side analysts predict that Hilton Worldwide will post 7.89 earnings per share for the current fiscal year.

Hilton Worldwide Announces Dividend

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

Institutional Investors Weigh In On Hilton Worldwide

A number of hedge funds and other institutional investors have recently modified their holdings of the stock. Clearstead Trust LLC bought a new position in Hilton Worldwide in the 2nd quarter valued at about $30,000. Sagard Holdings Management Inc. acquired a new stake in shares of Hilton Worldwide in the 2nd quarter worth approximately $30,000. ST Germain D J Co. Inc. bought a new position in shares of Hilton Worldwide in the fourth quarter valued at approximately $33,000. Caitlin John LLC acquired a new position in shares of Hilton Worldwide during the third quarter valued at approximately $32,000. Finally, Bank of Jackson Hole Trust raised its holdings in Hilton Worldwide by 132.7% during the second quarter. Bank of Jackson Hole Trust now owns 128 shares of the company’s stock worth $34,000 after purchasing an additional 73 shares in the last quarter. 95.90% of the stock is currently owned by institutional investors.

Key Headlines Impacting Hilton Worldwide

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

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.