Hyatt Hotels Corporation (H)vsWyndham Hotels & Resorts Inc (WH)
H
Hyatt Hotels Corporation
$157.80
+0.54%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $14.79B
WH
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts Inc
$67.86
+1.06%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $4.98B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Hyatt Hotels Corporation generates 139% more annual revenue ($3.39B vs $1.42B). WH leads profitability with a 14.6% profit margin vs 2.3%. WH appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.48. WH earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
H
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
WH
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-43.0%
Fair Value
$117.96
Current Price
$157.80
$39.84 premium
Margin of Safety
-57.1%
Fair Value
$50.61
Current Price
$67.86
$17.25 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 110.5% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Growing faster than its price suggests
Every $100 of equity generates 43 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 47.7%
Earnings expanding 20.4% YoY
Areas to Watch
ROE of 2.4% — below average capital efficiency
2.3% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Trading at 10.6x book value
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 5.5%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : H
The strongest argument for H centers on EPS Growth, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.79 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : WH
The strongest argument for WH centers on PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. PEG of 0.48 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : H
The primary concerns for H are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Debt/Equity. A P/E of 193.8x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 2.3% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : WH
The primary concerns for WH are Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth. Debt-to-equity of 5.57 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
H profiles as a value stock while WH is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
H carries more volatility with a beta of 1.34 — expect wider price swings.
WH is growing revenue faster at -5.5% — sustainability is the question.
WH generates stronger free cash flow (77M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WH scores higher overall (67/100 vs 53/100). Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Hyatt Hotels Corporation
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · LODGING · USA
Hyatt Hotels Corporation is a hotel company in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.
Visit Website →Wyndham Hotels & Resorts Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · LODGING · USA
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, Inc. is a global hotel franchisor. The company is headquartered in Parsippany, New Jersey.
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