Truist Financial Increases Hilton Worldwide (NYSE:HLT) Price Target to $307.00

Hilton Worldwide (NYSE:HLT) had its price objective boosted by Truist Financial from $253.00 to $307.00 in a research note issued to investors on Thursday,Benzinga reports. The firm currently has a “hold” rating on the stock. Truist Financial’s price target would suggest a potential downside of 2.42% from the company’s previous close.

HLT has been the topic of a number of other research reports. Barclays raised their price target on Hilton Worldwide from $309.00 to $350.00 and gave the stock an “overweight” rating in a research report on Thursday. Deutsche Bank Aktiengesellschaft increased their price target on shares of Hilton Worldwide from $286.00 to $299.00 in a research report on Tuesday, February 3rd. Jefferies Financial Group reissued a “buy” rating and issued a $339.00 price objective on shares of Hilton Worldwide in a research note on Wednesday. JPMorgan Chase & Co. lifted their price target on Hilton Worldwide from $318.00 to $350.00 and gave the company an “overweight” rating in a research note on Thursday. Finally, Evercore upped their price objective on Hilton Worldwide from $280.00 to $325.00 and gave the stock an “in-line” rating in a research report on Thursday, January 22nd. One analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, thirteen have given a Buy rating and eight have issued a Hold rating to the stock. According to MarketBeat.com, the company has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus price target of $321.24.

Hilton Worldwide Trading Down 2.3%

Shares of HLT opened at $314.62 on Thursday. Hilton Worldwide has a 12 month low of $196.04 and a 12 month high of $333.86. The firm’s 50 day moving average is $296.14 and its 200-day moving average is $278.20. The stock has a market capitalization of $72.14 billion, a PE ratio of 51.41, a P/E/G ratio of 2.73 and a beta of 1.13.

Hilton Worldwide (NYSE:HLT) last issued its quarterly earnings results on Wednesday, February 11th. The company reported $2.08 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $2.02 by $0.06. Hilton Worldwide had a negative return on equity of 40.24% and a net margin of 12.10%.The business had revenue of $1.30 billion during the quarter, compared to analysts’ expectations of $2.99 billion. During the same period in the previous year, the company posted $1.76 earnings per share. The firm’s revenue for the quarter was up 10.9% compared to the same quarter last year. Hilton Worldwide has set its FY 2026 guidance at 8.490-8.610 EPS and its Q1 2026 guidance at 1.910-1.970 EPS. Equities research analysts predict that Hilton Worldwide will post 7.89 earnings per share for the current fiscal year.

Hedge Funds Weigh In On Hilton Worldwide

Several large investors have recently bought and sold shares of the company. Clearstead Trust LLC bought a new stake in shares of Hilton Worldwide during the second quarter worth about $30,000. Sagard Holdings Management Inc. acquired a new stake in Hilton Worldwide during the 2nd quarter worth approximately $30,000. ST Germain D J Co. Inc. bought a new stake in Hilton Worldwide during the 4th quarter worth approximately $33,000. Caitlin John LLC acquired a new position in Hilton Worldwide in the 3rd quarter valued at approximately $32,000. Finally, Bank of Jackson Hole Trust raised its stake in shares of Hilton Worldwide by 132.7% during the second quarter. Bank of Jackson Hole Trust now owns 128 shares of the company’s stock valued at $34,000 after acquiring an additional 73 shares during the last quarter. 95.90% of the stock is currently owned by institutional investors.

Hilton Worldwide News Roundup

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

• Positive Sentiment: Q4 headline beat, stronger EPS and shareholder returns (dividend + record capital returns) reinforce the profit story and cash return thesis for long‑term holders. What Hilton Worldwide Holdings (HLT)’s Earnings Beat, Dividend Hike and Cautious 2026 Guidance Mean For Shareholders
• Positive Sentiment: Several large brokers raised targets and/or maintained bullish ratings — notable lifts from JPMorgan, Barclays, Wells Fargo and Argus increase analyst‑driven upside expectations and provide catalysts for buy‑side interest. JPMorgan adjusts price target
• Neutral Sentiment: Deutsche Bank raised its target to $332 but kept a “hold” rating (modest upside vs. recent prices), signaling cautious optimism rather than a buy endorsement. Deutsche Bank raises price target to $332
• Neutral Sentiment: Mizuho bumped its target and kept a neutral stance (small implied upside), reflecting mixed views on near‑term demand trends. Mizuho coverage note
• Negative Sentiment: Management set cautious 2026 guidance and flagged room‑revenue growth below some expectations amid softening budget travel and US occupancy pressure — this guidance is the primary downward catalyst for the stock. Q4 earnings call / guidance details
• Negative Sentiment: Truist raised its target but kept a “hold” at $307, which implies downside from recent levels and highlights some analyst caution on near‑term upside. Truist price target note

Hilton Worldwide Company Profile

Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc is a global hospitality company that develops, owns, manages and franchises a broad portfolio of hotels and resorts. Its business spans full-service luxury and lifestyle properties, select- and focused-service hotels, and extended-stay accommodations. The company generates revenue through management and franchise fees, owned and leased real estate, and guest services, and supports customer retention and direct bookings through its Hilton Honors guest loyalty program.

Hilton’s brand portfolio includes internationally recognized names across the lodging spectrum, from luxury and upper-upscale brands to midscale and extended-stay offerings.