Host Hotels & Resorts Inc (HST)vsSunstone Hotel Investors Inc (SHO)
HST
Host Hotels & Resorts Inc
$19.48
+2.69%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $13.22B
SHO
Sunstone Hotel Investors Inc
$9.26
+1.87%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $1.75B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Host Hotels & Resorts Inc generates 539% more annual revenue ($6.13B vs $960.13M). HST leads profitability with a 12.5% profit margin vs 2.6%. HST appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.22. HST earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
HST
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
SHO
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+61.2%
Fair Value
$51.48
Current Price
$19.48
$32.00 discount
Margin of Safety
-3337.0%
Fair Value
$0.27
Current Price
$9.26
$8.99 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 27.1% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 121 in profit
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
2.6% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HST
The strongest argument for HST centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 12.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : SHO
The strongest argument for SHO centers on Price/Book, Return on Equity. Revenue growth of 10.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : HST
The primary concerns for HST are PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : SHO
The primary concerns for SHO are Market Cap, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 231.5x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 2.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HST carries more volatility with a beta of 1.15 — expect wider price swings.
HST is growing revenue faster at 12.8% — sustainability is the question.
HST generates stronger free cash flow (349M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor REIT - HOTEL & MOTEL industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
HST scores higher overall (65/100 vs 44/100) and 12.8% revenue growth. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Host Hotels & Resorts Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - HOTEL & MOTEL · USA
Host Hotels & Resorts, Inc. is a real estate investment trust that invests in hotels.
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REAL ESTATE · REIT - HOTEL & MOTEL · USA
Sunstone Hotel Investors, Inc. is a lodging real estate investment trust (REIT) that, as of the date of this release, has interests in 19 hotels with 9,997 rooms.
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