Host Hotels & Resorts, Inc. (hst)
HST — Company Overview
Investors tracking HST follow a REIT - Hotel & Motel name listed on NMS within Real Estate.
| Ticker | HST |
| Sector | Real Estate |
| Industry | REIT - Hotel & Motel |
| Exchange | NMS |
| Market cap | $15.39B |
| Last price | $22.15 |
| Size category | Large Cap |
HST — Business Description
The business profile of Host Hotels & Resorts, Inc. (HST) reflects its role in REIT - Hotel & Motel. Host Hotels & Resorts, Inc. is an S&P 500 company and is the largest lodging real estate investment trust and one of the largest owners of luxury and upper-upscale hotels. The Company currently owns 70 properties in the United States and five properties internationally totaling approximately 41,300 rooms. The Company also holds non-controlling interests in seven domestic joint ventures. Guided by a disciplined approach to capital allocation and aggressive asset management, the Company partners with premium brands such as Marriott, Ritz-Carlton, Westin, W, The Luxury Collection, Hyatt, Fairmont, 1 Hotels, Hilton, Swissôtel, ibis and Novotel, as well as independent brands. Host Hotels & Resorts, Inc. was establi…
Official website: https://www.hosthotels.com.
HST — Investment Thesis
Host Hotels & Resorts, Inc. (HST) attracts investors weighing REIT - Hotel & Motel fundamentals against current market pricing.
- Revenue is expanding at roughly 3.6% year-over-year (public data).
- Trailing P/E of 14.87× sits in a moderate band relative to high-growth peers.
- Dividend yield near 3.6% adds an income component to total return.
- Equity market capitalization is approximately $15.39B.
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HST — Financial Health
HST financial profile reflects operating efficiency and capital structure using available market fundamentals.
Profit margin of 16.5% indicates solid bottom-line conversion. Positive free cash flow of $1.69B supports balance-sheet flexibility.
| Trailing P/E | 14.87× |
| Forward P/E | 20.98× |
| Price / Sales | 2.47× |
| Price / Book | 2.38× |
| Gross margin | 29.2% |
| Operating margin | 18.2% |
| Profit margin | 16.5% |
| Return on equity | 15.6% |
| Debt / Equity | 85.30 |
| Free cash flow | $1.69B |
HST — Growth Outlook
Growth outlook for Host Hotels & Resorts, Inc. (HST) depends on demand trends in REIT - Hotel & Motel and the company's ability to convert revenue into sustainable earnings.
- Revenue growth of 3.6% suggests steady but measured expansion.
- Earnings growth of 8.4% year-over-year supports improving profitability.
- Price is 13.8% below the 52-week high.
HST — Competitive Position
Host Hotels & Resorts, Inc. (HST) is evaluated against peers on scale, margin structure, and capital efficiency within Real Estate.
- Competes within Real Estate, specifically in REIT - Hotel & Motel.
- Market capitalization of $15.39B places HST among large-cap peers.
- Gross margin of 29.2% should be benchmarked against direct competitors.
HST — Strengths
Strengths for Host Hotels & Resorts, Inc. (HST) inferred from public financial metrics:
- Earnings growth of 8.4% year-over-year.
- Return on equity near 15.6% — efficient use of shareholder capital.
- Positive free cash flow ($1.69B).
- Dividend yield of 3.6% for income-oriented holders.
- Large Cap scale ($15.39B) may provide distribution and funding advantages.
HST — Weaknesses
Weaknesses and pressure points for Host Hotels & Resorts, Inc. (HST) based on available data:
Insufficient public data to assess this factor.
HST — Opportunities
- Dividend yield of 3.6% appeals to total-return investors.
- Positive free cash flow enables reinvestment, debt reduction, or shareholder returns.
HST — Risks
- Standard market, regulatory, competitive, and execution risks apply to all public equities.
HST — Summary
Host Hotels & Resorts, Inc. (HST) is a large-cap Real Estate company focused on REIT - Hotel & Motel, listed on NMS. Last price $22.15 with market cap $15.39B. Trailing P/E 14.87×. Revenue grew 3.6% year-over-year per public data. Notable strengths include earnings growth of 8.4% year-over-year. Review free estimates and earnings pages for HST; upgrade for institutional ownership and live headlines.
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Host Hotels & Resorts, Inc. FAQ
What does Host Hotels & Resorts, Inc. (HST) do?
Host Hotels & Resorts, Inc. is an S&P 500 company and is the largest lodging real estate investment trust and one of the largest owners of luxury and upper-upscale hotels. The Company currently owns 70 properties in the United States and five properties internationally totaling…
What is HST's P/E ratio?
Host Hotels & Resorts, Inc. has a trailing P/E of 14.87× based on publicly available market data.
Does HST pay a dividend?
Indicated dividend yield: 3.6%. Confirm ex-dates and payout history in Vest Terminal.
What sector is HST in?
Host Hotels & Resorts, Inc. is classified in Real Estate (REIT - Hotel & Motel) on NMS.
What is HST's market capitalization?
Approximate market cap: $15.39B.
What are the main risks for HST?
Standard market, competitive, and execution risks apply; see the Risks section.
What are the strengths of HST?
Potential positives include earnings growth of 8.4% year-over-year, return on equity near 15.6% — efficient use of shareholder capital.
Where can I get analyst estimates for HST?
Public analyst price targets and consensus for Host Hotels & Resorts, Inc. are on the free /stocks/hst/estimates page. Deeper estimate history and models are available in Vest Terminal.