Hilton Worldwide (NYSE:HLT) Hits New 52-Week High After Analyst Upgrade

Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc. (NYSE:HLT) hit a new 52-week high on Wednesday after Robert W. Baird raised their price target on the stock from $285.00 to $305.00. Robert W. Baird currently has an outperform rating on the stock. Hilton Worldwide traded as high as $306.93 and last traded at $307.2920, with a volume of 51259 shares traded. The stock had previously closed at $304.60.

A number of other research analysts have also weighed in on the company. JPMorgan Chase & Co. boosted their target price on Hilton Worldwide from $288.00 to $318.00 and gave the stock an “overweight” rating in a report on Tuesday. HSBC lifted their price objective on shares of Hilton Worldwide from $307.00 to $319.00 and gave the stock a “buy” rating in a research report on Friday, January 23rd. BMO Capital Markets increased their price objective on shares of Hilton Worldwide from $275.00 to $320.00 and gave the company a “market perform” rating in a research report on Friday, January 9th. Susquehanna raised their target price on shares of Hilton Worldwide from $245.00 to $255.00 and gave the stock a “neutral” rating in a research note on Thursday, October 23rd. Finally, Sanford C. Bernstein upped their price target on shares of Hilton Worldwide from $285.00 to $304.00 and gave the company a “market perform” rating in a research note on Tuesday, January 6th. One equities research analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, twelve have issued a Buy rating and six have issued a Hold rating to the company. Based on data from MarketBeat.com, the company currently has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus price target of $306.39.

More Hilton Worldwide News

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

• Positive Sentiment: Several major firms raised price targets and ratings — TD Cowen to $330, Goldman Sachs to $330, JPMorgan to $318 (maintaining an overweight), and Robert W. Baird to $305 (outperform). These upward revisions signal stronger analyst confidence in revenue/booking trends and support near-term upside momentum. TD Cowen Raises PT Goldman Raises PT JPMorgan Raises PT Baird Raises PT
• Positive Sentiment: Analyst consensus expects earnings growth in the upcoming release and Zacks highlights that Hilton has the setup (wallstreet expectations and drivers) for a potential earnings beat — this raises the odds of a post-report pop if results and guidance impress. Zacks Preview
• Neutral Sentiment: Reminder that Hilton is scheduled to report quarterly results this week — the event is a short-term catalyst but outcome-driven (beat vs miss will determine direction). Earnings Schedule
• Neutral Sentiment: BMO Capital issued a Hold on HLT. A Hold rating is unlikely to spur strong buying or selling by itself but contributes to mixed sentiment amid other bullish analyst moves. BMO Hold Note
• Negative Sentiment: Deutsche Bank raised its target to $299, but that level is still slightly below the current market price — a sign some analysts are more conservative on upside, which could cap gains if others revise expectations lower. Deutsche Bank PT

Institutional Investors Weigh In On Hilton Worldwide

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

Hilton Worldwide Trading Up 1.4%

The company has a market cap of $71.78 billion, a P/E ratio of 44.69, a price-to-earnings-growth ratio of 2.59 and a beta of 1.13. The company has a 50 day moving average price of $290.92 and a 200-day moving average price of $275.97.

About Hilton Worldwide

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.