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Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc (HLT) Stock Analysis — PE Ratio, PS Ratio, Intrinsic Value & 2030 Price Target

Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc stock (HLT) is currently trading at $303.16. Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc PE ratio is 49.00. Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) is 14.07. Analyst consensus price target for HLT is $328.16. WallStSmart rates HLT as Underperform.

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HLT

Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc

NYSECONSUMER CYCLICAL
$303.16
$3.24 (1.08%)
52W$195.61
$333.70
Target$328.16+8.2%

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HLT Intrinsic Value Analysis for Value Investors

Benjamin Graham Formula · Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc (HLT)

Margin of Safety
-681.2%
Significantly Overvalued
HLT Fair Value
$41.62
Graham Formula
Current Price
$303.16
$261.54 above fair value
Undervalued
Fair: $41.62
Overvalued
Price $303.16
Graham IV $41.62
Analyst $328.16

HLT trades 681% above its Graham fair value of $41.62, indicating the stock may be overvalued at current levels.

Based on Benjamin Graham Formula. Growth rate capped at 25%. For informational purposes only. Not financial advice.

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Smart Analysis

Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc (HLT) · 8 metrics scored

Smart Score

49
out of 100
Grade: D+
Hold
Investment Rating

Category Performance

WallStSmart pulls financial metrics like revenue growth, profit margins, and valuation ratios and scores each one from 0 to 10 based on how strong or weak it is. Those 10 scores are grouped into 4 categories: Growth, Profitability, Valuation, and Quality — which form the 4 axes of the spider chart you see. The categories are then combined into a final score out of 100, but not equally. Growth and Profitability together count for 60% of the total, because a fast-growing profitable business matters more than just a cheap one. That final number maps to a rating (Strong Buy, Buy, Hold, Avoid) and a letter grade, giving you one clear Stock Rating.

Investment Thesis

Strong fundamentals in market cap, peg ratio, operating margin. Concerns around price/sales and eps growth. Mixed signals suggest waiting for clearer direction before acting.

Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc (HLT) Key Strengths (5)

Avg Score: 9.4/10
Operating MarginProfitability
46.30%10/10

Keeps $46 of every $100 in revenue after operating costs

Profit MarginProfitability
29.40%10/10

Keeps $29 of every $100 in revenue as net profit

Institutional Own.Quality
100.60%10/10

100.60% of shares held by major funds and institutions

Market CapQuality
$69.71B9/10

Large-cap company with substantial market presence

PEG RatioValuation
1.388/10

Good growth relative to its price

Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc (HLT) Areas to Watch (3)

Avg Score: 2.0/10
EPS GrowthGrowth
-38.50%0/10

Earnings declining -38.50%, profits shrinking

Price/SalesValuation
14.072/10

Very expensive at 14.1x annual revenue

Revenue GrowthGrowth
7.00%4/10

Modest revenue growth at 7.00%

Supporting Valuation Data

P/E Ratio
49.0
Overvalued
Forward P/E
32.15
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Trailing P/E
49.0
Overvalued
Price/Sales (TTM)
14.07
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Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc (HLT) Detailed Analysis Report

Overall Assessment

This company scores 49/100 in our Smart Analysis, earning a D+ grade. Out of 8 metrics analyzed, 5 register as strengths (avg 9.4/10) while 3 fall into concern territory (avg 2.0/10). The category breakdown reveals uneven performance, with some areas requiring attention.

The Bull Case

The strongest argument centers on Operating Margin, Profit Margin, Institutional Own.. Valuation metrics including PEG Ratio (1.38) suggest the stock is attractively priced. Profitability is solid with Operating Margin at 46.30%, Profit Margin at 29.40%.

The Bear Case

The primary concerns are EPS Growth, Price/Sales, Revenue Growth. Some valuation metrics including Price/Sales (14.07) suggest expensive pricing. Growth concerns include Revenue Growth at 7.00%, EPS Growth at -38.50%, which may limit upside.

Key Dynamics to Monitor

Three factors to monitor going forward. First, whether EPS Growth improves, as this is the primary drag on the overall score. Second, margin trajectory, with Operating Margin at 46.30% currently healthy but needing to be sustained. Third, growth sustainability, with Revenue Growth at 7.00% needing to reaccelerate.

Risk Considerations

Based on the metric profile, this is a higher risk investment. The weight of evidence leans positive, with more strengths than concerns. Investors should size positions according to their risk tolerance and maintain diversification.

Bottom Line

Fundamental challenges outweigh strengths at current levels. EPS Growth and Price/Sales are the primary drags. Consider waiting for meaningful improvement before committing capital.

Disclaimer: Smart Analysis is a scoring system developed by WallStSmart Team. Scores update daily using multi-model valuation framework. Always conduct your own research and consult with financial advisors before making investment decisions.

HLT Price-to-Sales(PS) Ratio Chart

Historical valuation based on market cap ÷ trailing 12-month revenue

HLT's Price-to-Sales ratio of 14.07x trades 242% above its historical average of 4.12x (99th percentile), historically expensive. The current valuation is 2% below its historical high of 14.42x set in Mar 2026, and 2606% above its historical low of 0.52x in Jan 2016. Over the past 12 months, the PS ratio has expanded from ~5.0x, reflecting growing market expectations outpacing revenue growth.

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WallStSmart Analysis Synopsis

Data-driven financial summary for Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc (HLT) · CONSUMER CYCLICALLODGING

The Big Picture

Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc is a mature, profitable business with steady cash generation. Revenue reached 5.0B with 7% growth year-over-year. Profit margins are strong at 29.4%, reflecting pricing power and operational efficiency.

Key Findings

Strong Profitability

Profit margin of 29.4% and operating margin of 46.3% demonstrate strong pricing power and operational efficiency.

Cash Flow Positive

Generating 151M in free cash flow and 203M in operating cash flow. Earnings are translating into actual cash generation.

What to Watch Next

Sector dynamics: monitor LODGING industry trends, competitive moves, and regulatory changes that could impact Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc.

Bottom Line

Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc is a well-established business delivering consistent profitability with 29.4% margins. The growth phase may be slowing, but strong cash generation and operational efficiency make it suitable for investors seeking reliability over excitement.

This synopsis is generated from publicly available financial data. It is not financial advice. Always conduct your own research and consult a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.

Insider Transactions(37 last 3 months)

Total Buys
27
Total Sells
10

Data sourced from SEC Form 4 filings

Last updated: 11:50:03 AM

About Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc(HLT)

Exchange

NYSE

Sector

CONSUMER CYCLICAL

Industry

LODGING

Country

USA

Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc., formerly Hilton Hotels Corporation, is an American multinational hospitality company that manages and franchises a broad portfolio of hotels and resorts.