Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE:H) Receives Consensus Rating of “Moderate Buy” from Brokerages

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE:H) has received a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” from the nineteen analysts that are presently covering the firm, Marketbeat reports. Six research analysts have rated the stock with a hold recommendation, eleven have issued a buy recommendation and two have assigned a strong buy recommendation to the company. The average 12 month target price among brokerages that have covered the stock in the last year is $171.1250.

Several research analysts have issued reports on H shares. Sanford C. Bernstein reiterated an “outperform” rating and issued a $188.00 price target on shares of Hyatt Hotels in a report on Friday, January 2nd. Barclays reduced their price target on shares of Hyatt Hotels from $200.00 to $198.00 and set an “overweight” rating for the company in a research report on Friday. The Goldman Sachs Group initiated coverage on shares of Hyatt Hotels in a report on Wednesday. They set a “buy” rating and a $198.00 price objective on the stock. Morgan Stanley raised their price objective on shares of Hyatt Hotels from $168.00 to $194.00 and gave the company an “overweight” rating in a research note on Friday. Finally, Wells Fargo & Company assumed coverage on shares of Hyatt Hotels in a research report on Tuesday, November 18th. They set an “equal weight” rating and a $154.00 target price for the company.

Hyatt Hotels Stock Down 1.1%

Hyatt Hotels stock opened at $167.86 on Monday. The company has a market capitalization of $15.94 billion, a PE ratio of -180.49, a PEG ratio of 1.88 and a beta of 1.29. Hyatt Hotels has a 12-month low of $102.43 and a 12-month high of $174.58. The firm’s fifty day moving average is $161.42 and its 200 day moving average is $150.13. The company has a quick ratio of 0.68, a current ratio of 0.69 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.47.

Hyatt Hotels (NYSE:H) last posted its quarterly earnings results on Thursday, November 6th. The company reported ($0.30) earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of $0.49 by ($0.79). The company had revenue of $1.50 billion during the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $1.82 billion. Hyatt Hotels had a negative net margin of 1.27% and a positive return on equity of 3.22%. The company’s revenue for the quarter was up 9.6% on a year-over-year basis. During the same period last year, the firm posted $0.94 earnings per share. As a group, sell-side analysts predict that Hyatt Hotels will post 3.05 EPS for the current fiscal year.

Hyatt Hotels Dividend Announcement

The business also recently disclosed a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Monday, December 8th. Stockholders of record on Monday, November 24th were paid a $0.15 dividend. The ex-dividend date of this dividend was Monday, November 24th. This represents a $0.60 annualized dividend and a dividend yield of 0.4%. Hyatt Hotels’s dividend payout ratio is -64.52%.

Hyatt Hotels News Roundup

Here are the key news stories impacting Hyatt Hotels this week:

• Positive Sentiment: Morgan Stanley raised its price target to $194 and reiterated an “overweight” stance, signaling meaningful upside vs. current levels. This upgrade supports the bullish case that Hyatt’s longer-term growth and margin recovery could re-rate the shares. Article Title
• Positive Sentiment: The Goldman Sachs team started coverage with a “buy” and a $198 price target, adding another influential buy-side voice that may drive renewed interest from institutional investors. Article Title
• Positive Sentiment: Mizuho published a bullish forecast for Hyatt, reinforcing a narrative of price appreciation among some brokerage firms and contributing to demand for the shares. Article Title
• Positive Sentiment: Brand and loyalty initiatives: Hyatt is expanding its consumer-facing push — new leadership, brands and markets highlighted in Forbes — and inked a World of Hyatt sponsorship/loyalty tie-up with the new Audi Revolut F1 team, which could boost global loyalty engagement and premium customer acquisition over time. Article Title Audi F1 Sponsorship Hyatt F1 Loyalty Deal
• Neutral Sentiment: Barclays trimmed its target slightly (from $200 to $198) but kept an “overweight” rating — a modest revision that keeps consensus sentiment positive but is not a major directional change. Article Title
• Negative Sentiment: Operational/earnings pressure remains: Hyatt’s most recent quarterly release showed a sizable EPS miss (reported loss vs. expectations) and revenue below Street estimates, which keeps near-term sentiment cautious and helps explain the share price pullback despite upbeat analyst notes. (Company earnings release, Nov. 6).

Insider Activity

In other Hyatt Hotels news, insider Javier Aguila sold 9,548 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction on Tuesday, December 23rd. The stock was sold at an average price of $165.87, for a total transaction of $1,583,726.76. Following the transaction, the insider directly owned 2,684 shares in the company, valued at approximately $445,195.08. This trade represents a 78.06% decrease in their position. The sale was disclosed in a legal filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is accessible through the SEC website. Also, insider Peter Sears sold 12,394 shares of the company’s stock in a transaction on Monday, November 10th. The stock was sold at an average price of $155.51, for a total transaction of $1,927,390.94. Following the completion of the sale, the insider owned 5,594 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $869,922.94. The trade was a 68.90% decrease in their position. The SEC filing for this sale provides additional information. Insiders have sold 33,383 shares of company stock worth $5,321,682 over the last 90 days. 23.70% of the stock is currently owned by corporate insiders.

Institutional Investors Weigh In On Hyatt Hotels

Institutional investors have recently added to or reduced their stakes in the company. Principal Financial Group Inc. lifted its position in shares of Hyatt Hotels by 21.8% during the 3rd quarter. Principal Financial Group Inc. now owns 4,715,085 shares of the company’s stock worth $669,221,000 after buying an additional 843,121 shares in the last quarter. Bank of America Corp DE lifted its holdings in Hyatt Hotels by 84.5% during the second quarter. Bank of America Corp DE now owns 1,228,396 shares of the company’s stock worth $171,545,000 after acquiring an additional 562,611 shares during the period. Massachusetts Financial Services Co. MA boosted its position in Hyatt Hotels by 24.5% in the third quarter. Massachusetts Financial Services Co. MA now owns 2,765,785 shares of the company’s stock worth $392,548,000 after purchasing an additional 545,003 shares during the last quarter. GRS Advisors LLC bought a new stake in shares of Hyatt Hotels during the 2nd quarter worth $74,264,000. Finally, Mane Global Capital Management LP purchased a new position in shares of Hyatt Hotels in the 2nd quarter worth about $47,007,000. 73.54% of the stock is owned by institutional investors.

About Hyatt Hotels

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) is a global hospitality company that develops, owns, manages and franchises luxury and business hotels, resorts and vacation properties. Its portfolio spans a range of price points and styles under brands such as Park Hyatt, Grand Hyatt, Andaz, Hyatt Regency, Hyatt Centric, Hyatt Place, Hyatt House, Thompson Hotels, Alila and Destination by Hyatt. In addition to accommodations, the company provides meeting and event spaces, food and beverage outlets, spa and wellness centers, and a variety of guest services designed to cater to both leisure and business travelers.

Hyatt’s business model combines property ownership, management contracts and third-party franchising.