Hilton Worldwide (NYSE:HLT) Given New $386.00 Price Target at Wells Fargo & Company

Hilton Worldwide (NYSE:HLT) had its target price hoisted by research analysts at Wells Fargo & Company from $383.00 to $386.00 in a report issued on Wednesday, Benzinga reports. The firm currently has an “overweight” rating on the stock. Wells Fargo & Company‘s target price would indicate a potential upside of 11.77% from the stock’s current price.

HLT has been the subject of a number of other research reports. TD Cowen upgraded Hilton Worldwide to a “strong-buy” rating in a research note on Tuesday, September 8th. Robert W. Baird raised their price objective on shares of Hilton Worldwide from $360.00 to $362.00 and gave the company an “outperform” rating in a research note on Wednesday. Wolfe Research started coverage on shares of Hilton Worldwide in a research note on Wednesday, September 2nd. They issued a “peer perform” rating on the stock. CICC Research initiated coverage on shares of Hilton Worldwide in a report on Wednesday, August 12th. They set an “outperform” rating on the stock. Finally, UBS Group restated a “buy” rating and issued a $363.00 price objective on shares of Hilton Worldwide in a report on Friday, August 14th. Two equities research analysts have rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, sixteen have assigned a Buy rating and eight have assigned a Hold rating to the company’s stock. Based on data from MarketBeat, the stock has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus price target of $358.83.

Hilton Worldwide Price Performance

Shares of Hilton Worldwide stock opened at $345.34 on Wednesday. The company’s fifty day simple moving average is $323.61 and its two-hundred day simple moving average is $319.94. Hilton Worldwide has a 12-month low of $253.54 and a 12-month high of $364.50.

Hilton Worldwide (NYSE:HLT) last posted its earnings results on Tuesday, October 27th. The company reported $2.45 earnings per share for the quarter, topping analysts’ consensus estimates of $2.37 by $0.08. The firm had revenue of $1.37 billion for the quarter, compared to analysts’ expectations of $3.37 billion. The firm’s revenue was up 6.6% on a year-over-year basis. During the same quarter last year, the company posted $2.11 EPS. On average, equities analysts expect that Hilton Worldwide will post 9.09 earnings per share for the current fiscal year.

Insider Activity at Hilton Worldwide

In other Hilton Worldwide news, insider Laura Fuentes sold 7,289 shares of the business’s stock in a transaction dated Monday, September 14th. The stock was sold at an average price of $309.81, for a total transaction of $2,258,205.09. Following the completion of the sale, the insider owned 33,458 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $10,365,622.98. The trade was a 17.89% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The transaction was disclosed in a document filed with the SEC, which is accessible through the SEC website. Also, Director Chris Carr sold 439 shares of the company’s stock in a transaction dated Monday, September 14th. The stock was sold at an average price of $310.34, for a total value of $136,239.26. Following the completion of the sale, the director owned 8,252 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $2,560,925.68. The trade was a 5.05% decrease in their position. The SEC filing for this sale provides additional information. 2.70% of the stock is currently owned by company insiders.

Institutional Investors Weigh In On Hilton Worldwide

A number of institutional investors and hedge funds have recently added to or reduced their stakes in HLT. Frazier Financial Advisors LLC purchased a new position in shares of Hilton Worldwide in the second quarter valued at about $25,000. IMG Wealth Management Inc. bought a new position in Hilton Worldwide in the 2nd quarter worth approximately $26,000. Trust Co. of Vermont purchased a new stake in Hilton Worldwide during the 2nd quarter valued at approximately $26,000. Elevation Wealth Partners LLC lifted its holdings in shares of Hilton Worldwide by 1,128.6% in the second quarter. Elevation Wealth Partners LLC now owns 86 shares of the company’s stock worth $28,000 after buying an additional 79 shares in the last quarter. Finally, Wilkerson Advisory Group LLC lifted its stake in Hilton Worldwide by 163.2% in the 1st quarter. Wilkerson Advisory Group LLC now owns 100 shares of the company’s stock worth $30,000 after purchasing an additional 62 shares in the last quarter. Institutional investors own 95.90% of the company’s stock.

More Hilton Worldwide News

Here are the key news stories impacting Hilton Worldwide this week:

• Positive Sentiment: Third-quarter earnings beat expectations. Hilton reported adjusted EPS of $2.45, above the $2.37 consensus and up from $2.11 a year earlier. Revenue rose 6.6% year over year to $1.37 billion, helped by higher revenue per available room (RevPAR) and franchise fees. Hilton Q3 Earnings Surpass Estimates
• Positive Sentiment: Operating trends and guidance improved. RevPAR increased 5.8%, supported by steady U.S. travel demand, while Hilton raised its 2026 room-revenue growth outlook. The company also highlighted record room openings and continued expansion, reinforcing its growth narrative. Hilton raises annual room revenue growth forecast
• Positive Sentiment: Analysts raised price targets. Susquehanna increased its target from $345 to $360 while maintaining a neutral rating. Robert W. Baird raised its target from $360 to $362 and kept an outperform rating, suggesting additional upside based on current estimates.
• Neutral Sentiment: Hilton declared a quarterly dividend of $0.15 per share, equivalent to $0.60 annually and a roughly 0.2% yield. The payout provides modest shareholder support but is unlikely to materially affect the stock’s valuation.
• Negative Sentiment: Valuation is limiting the reaction to otherwise strong results. Analysts note that much of Hilton’s expected growth may already be reflected in the share price. BMO maintained a hold rating, and some coverage cited investor concerns about the full-year outlook and the company’s relatively modest forward yield.

About Hilton Worldwide

Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc is a global hospitality company that develops, owns, manages, franchises and licenses hotels, resorts and other lodging properties. Its portfolio includes brands such as Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts, Conrad Hotels & Resorts, Hilton Hotels & Resorts, DoubleTree by Hilton, Embassy Suites, Hampton by Hilton, Hilton Garden Inn, Homewood Suites, Home2 Suites and Tru by Hilton.

The company provides accommodations and related services for business and leisure travelers, including guest rooms, meeting and event facilities, food and beverage operations, resort amenities and loyalty program benefits through Hilton Honors.