Host Hotels & Resorts Inc (HST)vsService Properties Trust (SVC)
HST
Host Hotels & Resorts Inc
$24.62
+0.70%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $17.27B
SVC
Service Properties Trust
$1.65
-0.60%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $1.06B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Host Hotels & Resorts Inc generates 254% more annual revenue ($6.18B vs $1.74B). HST leads profitability with a 16.4% profit margin vs -13.6%. HST appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.22. HST earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
HST
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
SVC
Avoid34
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-5.0%
Fair Value
$19.00
Current Price
$24.62
$5.62 premium
Margin of Safety
+67.2%
Fair Value
$7.02
Current Price
$1.65
$5.37 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
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
2.8% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -38.6% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 16.3%
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 : SVC
The strongest argument for SVC centers on Price/Book.
Bear Case : HST
The primary concerns for HST are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : SVC
The primary concerns for SVC are PEG Ratio, Market Cap, Return on Equity. Debt-to-equity of 10.30 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HST profiles as a value stock while SVC is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
SVC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.63 — expect wider price swings.
HST is growing revenue faster at 2.8% — sustainability is the question.
HST generates stronger free cash flow (220M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HST scores higher overall (64/100 vs 34/100), backed by strong 16.4% margins. SVC offers better value entry with a 67.2% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" 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
Service Properties Trust is a real estate investment trust, or REIT, that owns a diverse portfolio of hotel and net-leasing services and need-based retail properties in the United States and in Puerto Rico and Canada with 149 different brands across 23 industries. The company is headquartered in Newton, Massachusetts.
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