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Host Hotels & Resorts Inc. (HST) Stock

Host Hotels & Resorts Inc. Stock Details, Movements and Public Alerts

Stock Details

Host Hotels & Resorts Inc. (HST), a prominent company in the real estate & construction sector within the real estate investment trusts industry, is based in USA and primarily trades on the NASDAQ.Currently, the stock is trading at $16.55. Over the past 52 weeks, it has ranged between $12.06 and $18.53. This places the current price at 89.3% of its 52-week high and 37.2% above its 52-week low. Recent trading volume was recorded at 10,423,322. The International Securities Identification Number (ISIN) for this stock is US44107P1049.

Market Cap

$11.08B

52-Week High

$18.53

-10.69% from high

52-Week Low

$12.06

+37.23% from low

Avg Daily Volume

10,423,322

Fundamentals

Valuation Metrics

P/E Ratio (TTM)

16.42

Near market average

Forward P/E

19.46

Earnings expected to decline

PEG Ratio

2.22

Potentially overvalued

Price to Book

1.64

EV/EBITDA

9.47

EPS (TTM)

$0.96

Price to Sales

1.91

Beta

1.35

Similar volatility to market

How is HST valued relative to its earnings and growth?
Host Hotels & Resorts Inc. trades at a P/E ratio of 16.42, which is near the market average of approximately 20, suggesting the market views it as fairly valued relative to its earnings. Looking ahead, the forward P/E of 19.46 is higher than the current P/E, indicating analysts expect earnings to decline over the next year. The PEG ratio of 2.22 indicates a premium valuation even accounting for growth.
What is HST's risk profile compared to the market?
With a beta of 1.35, Host Hotels & Resorts Inc. is roughly as volatile as the market, moving in line with broad market trends. This moderate beta suggests the stock offers market-level returns without excessive volatility. The price-to-book ratio of 1.64 shows investors value the company above its book value, which often reflects intangible assets or growth prospects.

Performance & Growth

Profit Margin

11.60%

Operating Margin

17.80%

Return on Equity

10.00%

Return on Assets

3.91%

Revenue Growth (YoY)

8.50%

Earnings Growth (YoY)

-7.90%

How profitable and efficient is HST's business model?
Host Hotels & Resorts Inc. achieves a profit margin of 11.60%, meaning it retains $11.60 from every $100 in revenue after all expenses. This represents a solid margin typical of well-run businesses, showing the company can effectively balance revenue generation with cost control. The operating margin of 17.80% reveals how efficiently the company runs its core business operations before interest and taxes. With ROE at 10.00% and ROA at 3.91%, the company achieves moderate returns on invested capital.
What are HST's recent growth trends?
Host Hotels & Resorts Inc.'s revenue grew by 8.50% year-over-year, showing steady progress in growing the business. This positive trajectory indicates the company maintains competitive positioning in its markets. Earnings decreased by 7.90% year-over-year, reflecting the bottom-line impact of business performance. These growth metrics should be evaluated against REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT TRUSTS industry averages for proper context.

Dividend Information

Dividend Per Share

$0.80

Dividend Yield

5.08%

Ex-Dividend Date

6/30/2025

Dividend Date

7/15/2025

What dividend income can investors expect from HST?
Host Hotels & Resorts Inc. offers a dividend yield of 5.08%, paying $0.80 per share annually. This high yield exceeds 4%, significantly outperforming the S&P 500 average of 1.5-2% and most investment-grade bonds. For income-focused investors, this represents an attractive cash flow opportunity, though high yields sometimes signal market concerns about sustainability. To receive the next dividend, shares must be purchased before the ex-dividend date of 6/30/2025.
How reliable is HST's dividend for long-term investors?
The dividend sustainability can be assessed through the payout ratio - Host Hotels & Resorts Inc. pays $0.80 per share in dividends against earnings of $0.96 per share, resulting in a payout ratio of 83.33%. This high payout ratio of 60-90% leaves limited earnings for reinvestment. While currently sustainable, there's less buffer for dividend growth or protection during earnings downturns. The next dividend payment is scheduled for 7/15/2025.

Company Size & Market

Shares Outstanding

693.71M

Book Value/Share

$9.59

Asset Type

Common Stock

What is HST's market capitalization and position?
Host Hotels & Resorts Inc. has a market capitalization of $11.08B, classifying it as a large-cap stock ($10B-$200B). Large-caps are typically industry leaders with established business models, offering a balance of stability and growth potential. They often provide dividend income and are core holdings in institutional portfolios. With 693.71M shares outstanding, the company's ownership is relatively concentrated. As a participant in the REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT TRUSTS industry, it competes with other firms in this sector.
How does HST's price compare to its book value?
Host Hotels & Resorts Inc.'s book value per share is $9.59, while the current stock price is $16.55, resulting in a price-to-book (P/B) ratio of 1.73. This reasonable premium to book value suggests the market values the company's earnings power and intangible assets appropriately. Most profitable companies trade between 1-3x book value. As a common stock, this represents equity ownership with voting rights.

Analyst Ratings

Analyst Target Price

$17.78

7.43% upside potential

Analyst Recommendations

Strong Buy

3

Buy

10

Hold

6

Sell

0

Strong Sell

0

How reliable are analyst predictions for HST?
19 analysts cover HST with 68% recommending buy/strong buy ratings. Analyst predictions have mixed reliability - studies show consensus rarely beats market returns consistently. The mixed views reflect uncertainty about the outlook. The consensus target of $17.78 implies 7.4% upside, but targets are often adjusted to follow price moves rather than predict them.
What is the Wall Street consensus on HST?
Current analyst recommendations:3 Strong Buy, 10 Buy, 6 Hold, 00The bullish tilt suggests optimism about future prospects, though investors should conduct independent research.Remember that analyst opinions often lag price movements and can be influenced by investment banking relationships.

Fundamentals last updated: Jul 1, 2025, 04:21 AM

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