What is Zacks Research’s Estimate for MAR Q1 Earnings?

Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ:MAR) – Equities research analysts at Zacks Research upped their Q1 2026 earnings estimates for shares of Marriott International in a research note issued on Tuesday, February 24th. Zacks Research analyst Team now expects that the company will earn $2.54 per share for the quarter, up from their prior estimate of $2.49. The consensus estimate for Marriott International’s current full-year earnings is $10.10 per share. Zacks Research also issued estimates for Marriott International’s Q2 2026 earnings at $3.05 EPS, Q3 2026 earnings at $2.92 EPS, Q4 2026 earnings at $2.99 EPS, FY2026 earnings at $11.50 EPS, Q1 2027 earnings at $2.71 EPS, Q2 2027 earnings at $3.37 EPS, Q3 2027 earnings at $3.17 EPS, Q4 2027 earnings at $3.47 EPS and FY2027 earnings at $12.72 EPS.

Other analysts have also issued research reports about the company. BMO Capital Markets raised Marriott International from a “market perform” rating to an “outperform” rating and increased their price objective for the company from $285.00 to $370.00 in a research note on Friday, January 9th. Weiss Ratings reaffirmed a “buy (b-)” rating on shares of Marriott International in a research note on Thursday, January 22nd. Sanford C. Bernstein boosted their price objective on shares of Marriott International from $329.00 to $369.00 and gave the company an “outperform” rating in a research report on Tuesday, January 6th. Barclays upped their price objective on shares of Marriott International from $320.00 to $356.00 and gave the company an “equal weight” rating in a research note on Wednesday, February 11th. Finally, Truist Financial boosted their price target on Marriott International from $283.00 to $350.00 and gave the company a “hold” rating in a report on Wednesday, February 11th. Two research analysts have rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, eight have issued a Buy rating and eight have given a Hold rating to the company’s stock. According to data from MarketBeat.com, the stock has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and an average price target of $343.27.

Marriott International Stock Performance

Shares of NASDAQ:MAR opened at $350.57 on Thursday. The business’s fifty day moving average price is $327.60 and its two-hundred day moving average price is $293.68. The stock has a market cap of $92.89 billion, a PE ratio of 36.94, a price-to-earnings-growth ratio of 3.07 and a beta of 1.13. Marriott International has a one year low of $205.40 and a one year high of $370.00.

Marriott International (NASDAQ:MAR) last announced its quarterly earnings results on Tuesday, February 10th. The company reported $2.58 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of $2.61 by ($0.03). Marriott International had a net margin of 9.93% and a negative return on equity of 84.23%. The business had revenue of $6.69 billion during the quarter, compared to analysts’ expectations of $6.67 billion. During the same period last year, the company earned $2.45 EPS. The firm’s revenue for the quarter was up 4.1% on a year-over-year basis. Marriott International has set its FY 2026 guidance at 11.320-11.570 EPS and its Q1 2026 guidance at 2.500-2.550 EPS.

Hedge Funds Weigh In On Marriott International

Hedge funds and other institutional investors have recently bought and sold shares of the stock. Alpine Global Management LLC purchased a new stake in shares of Marriott International during the fourth quarter valued at approximately $487,000. MidFirst Bank acquired a new stake in Marriott International during the 4th quarter valued at $1,455,000. Barnes Wealth Management Group Inc purchased a new stake in Marriott International during the 4th quarter worth $229,000. MV Capital Management Inc. acquired a new position in Marriott International in the 4th quarter worth $1,001,000. Finally, T. Rowe Price Investment Management Inc. grew its stake in shares of Marriott International by 7.4% during the fourth quarter. T. Rowe Price Investment Management Inc. now owns 63,680 shares of the company’s stock valued at $19,757,000 after acquiring an additional 4,383 shares in the last quarter. 70.70% of the stock is owned by institutional investors and hedge funds.

Insider Transactions at Marriott International

In other news, insider David S. Marriott sold 4,747 shares of the business’s stock in a transaction dated Tuesday, February 17th. The stock was sold at an average price of $360.00, for a total transaction of $1,708,920.00. Following the completion of the sale, the insider owned 591,669 shares in the company, valued at approximately $213,000,840. The trade was a 0.80% decrease in their position. The sale was disclosed in a document filed with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which can be accessed through this link. Also, CEO Anthony Capuano sold 63,000 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction that occurred on Tuesday, February 17th. The shares were sold at an average price of $359.22, for a total transaction of $22,630,860.00. Following the completion of the transaction, the chief executive officer owned 113,617 shares in the company, valued at $40,813,498.74. The trade was a 35.67% decrease in their position. The disclosure for this sale is available in the SEC filing. Insiders have sold 97,157 shares of company stock valued at $34,768,825 in the last ninety days. Company insiders own 10.68% of the company’s stock.

Marriott International Dividend Announcement

The company also recently disclosed a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Tuesday, March 31st. Stockholders of record on Thursday, February 26th will be issued a dividend of $0.67 per share. This represents a $2.68 dividend on an annualized basis and a dividend yield of 0.8%. The ex-dividend date is Thursday, February 26th. Marriott International’s dividend payout ratio is presently 28.24%.

Marriott International News Summary

Here are the key news stories impacting Marriott International this week:

• Positive Sentiment: W Atlanta Downtown will be converted to a JW Marriott this spring, a luxury rebrand that should boost RevPAR potential and group/wellness-driven revenue at a premium price point. W Atlanta Downtown will convert to JW Marriott
• Positive Sentiment: Marriott reported robust signings across Europe, the Middle East & Africa in 2025 and is deepening its Middle East pipeline — evidence of continued franchise/management-led unit growth in higher-margin international markets. Marriott International Announces Robust Growth Momentum Across Europe, Middle East & Africa in 2025
• Positive Sentiment: Marriott is expanding in India (new Le Méridien Dehradun opening) and has public ambitions to reach all 785 Indian districts — a large domestic pipeline that supports long-term unit growth and conversion opportunities. Marriott’s Le Méridien Dehradun Resort & Spa opens in Uttarakhand
• Positive Sentiment: Zacks Research raised several near-term EPS estimates for 2026 (Q1/Q2/Q3/Q4 and FY2026), signaling improved near-term earnings visibility and supporting the stock’s valuation multiple expansion.
• Neutral Sentiment: Industry coverage is highlighting Marriott as one of three hotel stocks to watch amid persistent headwinds — the piece underscores Marriott’s membership/loyalty momentum and conversions but warns of macro pressure on travel demand. 3 Hotel Stocks to Watch for Now as Industry Headwinds Persist
• Neutral Sentiment: Marriott management (CEO Anthony Capuano and CRO Drew Pinto) will speak at the J.P. Morgan Gaming, Lodging, Restaurant & Leisure Forum on March 12; the webcast provides a direct opportunity for guidance color and Q&A that could move the stock. Marriott to speak at J.P. Morgan forum
• Neutral Sentiment: Long-form coverage (Forbes) discusses Marriott’s strategy for growth, AI and reinvention over the next 100 years — supportive for investors focused on structural initiatives but not an immediate catalyst. Marriott’s Next 100 Years: Growth, AI And Reinvention
• Negative Sentiment: Zacks trimmed some 2027 quarter and full-year estimates (modest cuts to Q1/Q2 2027 and FY2027 from prior forecasts), introducing a degree of uncertainty about longer-term margin/earnings upside; investors may weigh these cuts against the 2026 upgrades.

About Marriott International

Marriott International is a global lodging company that develops, manages and franchises a broad portfolio of hotels and related lodging facilities. Its core activities include hotel and resort management, franchise operations, property development and the provision of centralized services such as reservations, marketing and loyalty program management. The company’s brand architecture spans market segments from luxury and premium to select-service and extended-stay, enabling it to serve a wide range of business and leisure travelers as well as corporate and group customers.

The company traces its roots to the hospitality business founded by J.