Host Hotels & Resorts Inc (HST)vsSunstone Hotel Investors Inc (SHO)
HST
Host Hotels & Resorts Inc
$25.54
+0.27%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $16.61B
SHO
Sunstone Hotel Investors Inc
$11.77
-0.08%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $2.20B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Host Hotels & Resorts Inc generates 527% more annual revenue ($6.18B vs $985.77M). HST leads profitability with a 16.4% profit margin vs 3.8%. SHO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.00. HST earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
HST
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
SHO
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-4.8%
Fair Value
$19.04
Current Price
$25.54
$6.50 premium
Margin of Safety
+34.8%
Fair Value
$14.23
Current Price
$11.77
$2.46 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 105.3% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 1170.0% YoY
Areas to Watch
2.8% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of 2.0% — below average capital efficiency
3.8% 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 EPS Growth, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.4% and operating margin at 19.2%.
Bull Case : SHO
The strongest argument for SHO centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 11.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : HST
The primary concerns for HST are Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : SHO
The primary concerns for SHO are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 107.2x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.8% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HST carries more volatility with a beta of 1.12 — expect wider price swings.
SHO is growing revenue faster at 11.0% — sustainability is the question.
HST generates stronger free cash flow (220M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
HST scores higher overall (62/100 vs 55/100), backed by strong 16.4% margins. SHO offers better value entry with a 34.8% margin of safety. Both earn "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.
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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