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

Hilton Worldwide (NYSE:HLT) had its price target lifted by JPMorgan Chase & Co. from $318.00 to $350.00 in a research note published on Thursday,MarketScreener reports. The firm currently has an overweight rating on the stock.

Other equities analysts have also recently issued research reports about the stock. The Goldman Sachs Group increased their price objective on shares of Hilton Worldwide from $317.00 to $330.00 in a research report on Tuesday, February 3rd. TD Cowen increased their price objective on Hilton Worldwide from $297.00 to $330.00 in a report on Tuesday, February 3rd. Mizuho raised their price target on Hilton Worldwide from $266.00 to $321.00 and gave the stock a “neutral” rating in a research note on Thursday. HSBC increased 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. Finally, Macquarie Infrastructure lifted their target price on shares of Hilton Worldwide from $267.00 to $280.00 and gave the company a “neutral” rating in a report on Tuesday, January 13th. One investment analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, thirteen have issued a Buy rating and nine have issued a Hold rating to the company’s stock. According to MarketBeat.com, Hilton Worldwide presently has a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus price target of $321.18.

Hilton Worldwide Stock Down 2.3%

Shares of Hilton Worldwide stock opened at $314.62 on Thursday. The firm has a market cap of $72.14 billion, a PE ratio of 51.41, a price-to-earnings-growth 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 business’s fifty day simple moving average is $296.14 and its 200-day simple moving average is $278.24.

Hilton Worldwide (NYSE:HLT) last issued its quarterly earnings data on Wednesday, February 11th. The company reported $2.08 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $2.02 by $0.06. The firm had revenue of $1.30 billion for the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $2.99 billion. Hilton Worldwide had a net margin of 12.10% and a negative return on equity of 40.24%. Hilton Worldwide’s revenue was up 10.9% on a year-over-year basis. During the same period in the previous year, the firm earned $1.76 EPS. 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. As a group, equities analysts expect that Hilton Worldwide will post 7.89 earnings per share for the current year.

Hilton Worldwide Dividend Announcement

The company also recently declared a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Tuesday, March 31st. Stockholders 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 annualized dividend and a dividend yield of 0.2%. Hilton Worldwide’s payout ratio is 9.80%.

Institutional Trading of Hilton Worldwide

A number of institutional investors have recently bought and sold shares of the company. Clearstead Trust LLC purchased a new position in shares of Hilton Worldwide in the second quarter valued at $30,000. Sagard Holdings Management Inc. purchased a new stake in shares of Hilton Worldwide in the 2nd quarter worth about $30,000. ST Germain D J Co. Inc. acquired a new stake in Hilton Worldwide in the 4th quarter valued at about $33,000. Caitlin John LLC purchased a new position in Hilton Worldwide during the 3rd quarter valued at about $32,000. Finally, Bank of Jackson Hole Trust raised its position 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 acquiring an additional 73 shares during the last quarter. 95.90% of the stock is currently owned by hedge funds and other institutional investors.

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

Hilton Worldwide Company Profile

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.