HST
NEUTRAL
$20.14
Live
Host Hotels & Resorts, Inc. · NASDAQ
Target $21.5
(+6.8%)
$13.29
52W Range
$21.0
At a glance
Key valuation, profitability, growth, and risk metrics.
Updated Apr 11, 2026
Market cap
$14.03B
P/E
18.31
ROE
11.5%
Profit margin
12.5%
Debt/Equity
0.84
Dividend yield
3.97%
AI Analysis
AI-powered fundamental assessment
Confidence
85%
HST presents a stark dichotomy between strong fundamental growth and poor market sentiment. The company maintains a stable financial profile with a Piotroski F-Score of 4/9 and a very healthy Debt/Equity ratio of 0.84, which is significantly lower than the sector average of 2.86. While the current price of $20.14 is well below the growth-based intrinsic value of $32.45, the investment case is tempered by an extremely bearish technical trend (10/100) and negative insider sentiment. Strong YoY earnings growth of 27.10% and a consistent track record of earnings beats provide a solid fundamental floor.
Key Strengths
Strong YoY earnings growth of 27.10% and revenue growth of 12.80%
Superior balance sheet health with Debt/Equity (0.84) far below sector average (2.86)
Excellent liquidity position with a Current Ratio of 2.36
Consistent earnings performance with 3 of the last 4 quarters beating estimates
Significant discount to growth-based intrinsic value ($32.45)
Key Risks
Severely bearish technical trend (10/100) indicating strong downward momentum
Bearish insider activity with multiple sales and zero buys in the last 6 months
High dividend payout ratio (72.73%) which may limit future dividend increases
Forward P/E (20.83) is higher than trailing P/E (18.31), suggesting a potential slowdown in growth expectations
Exposure to cyclical volatility inherent in the Hotel/Motel REIT industry
AI Fair Value Estimate
Based on comprehensive analysis
$23.9
+18.7% above current price
Performance Snowflake
Multi-dimensional analysis across 5 key categories
Overall
72
Strong
70
85
90
60
55
AI Verdict
Fundamental Strength vs Sentiment Weakness
Key drivers: Strong earnings growth, Low leverage relative to peers, Poor technicals, Insider selling
Confidence
80%
Value
70/100
Ref P/E 18.31, Graham Number $15.36, Intrinsic Value $32.45
Positives
- Trades below intrinsic value
- P/E ratio is reasonable for the sector
Watchpoints
- Trades above the conservative Graham Number ($15.36)
Future
85/100
Ref 27.10% YoY Earnings Growth
Positives
- Double-digit revenue and earnings growth
- Strong Q/Q momentum
Watchpoints
- Forward P/E expansion
Past
90/100
Ref Quarterly Earnings Track Record
Positives
- Exceptional earnings surprise track record over 25 quarters
- Consistent recovery from 2020-2021 lows
Watchpoints
No urgent risks highlighted.
Health
60/100
Ref Piotroski F-Score 4/9, Debt/Equity 0.84
Positives
- Low Debt/Equity ratio
- Strong Current/Quick ratios
Watchpoints
- Piotroski F-Score is only 4/9 (Stable, not Strong)
Dividend
55/100
Ref Yield 3.97%, Payout 72.73%
Positives
- Steady yield of 3.97%
Watchpoints
- High payout ratio (72.73%)
Stock Price & Analyst Targets
Real-time price movements and analyst price targets
Current Price
$20.14
Analyst Target
$21.5
Upside/Downside
+6.8%
Multi-Horizon Performance vs Peers
Price momentum across 5Y → 1W horizons for HST and closest competitors.
Updated 2026-04-10
| Company | 5Y | 3Y | 1Y | 6M | 1M | 1W |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
HST
Host Hotels & Resorts, Inc.
Primary
|
+42.8% | +44.2% | +58.1% | +31.2% | +6.1% | +5.2% |
|
AMH
American Homes 4 Rent
Peer
|
+17.8% | +5.7% | -4.3% | -9.5% | +0.5% | -1.1% |
|
GLPI
Gaming and Leisure Properties, Inc.
Peer
|
+47.1% | +9.3% | +4.1% | +7.3% | -2.2% | +4.8% |
|
AGNC
AGNC Investment Corp.
Peer
|
+20.9% | +55.7% | +17.8% | +7.5% | -9.5% | -3.9% |
|
ARE
Alexandria Real Estate Equities, Inc.
Peer
|
-56.7% | -56.2% | -36.8% | -25.1% | +24.2% | +3.1% |
HST
Host Hotels & Resorts, Inc.
Primary
5Y
+42.8%
3Y
+44.2%
1Y
+58.1%
6M
+31.2%
1M
+6.1%
1W
+5.2%
AMH
American Homes 4 Rent
Peer
5Y
+17.8%
3Y
+5.7%
1Y
-4.3%
6M
-9.5%
1M
+0.5%
1W
-1.1%
GLP
Gaming and Leisure Properties, Inc.
Peer
5Y
+47.1%
3Y
+9.3%
1Y
+4.1%
6M
+7.3%
1M
-2.2%
1W
+4.8%
AGN
AGNC Investment Corp.
Peer
5Y
+20.9%
3Y
+55.7%
1Y
+17.8%
6M
+7.5%
1M
-9.5%
1W
-3.9%
ARE
Alexandria Real Estate Equities, Inc.
Peer
5Y
-56.7%
3Y
-56.2%
1Y
-36.8%
6M
-25.1%
1M
+24.2%
1W
+3.1%
Positive values indicate cumulative gains over the specified period. Comparables pulled from the same sector to highlight whether momentum is stock-specific or industry-wide.
Historical Performance Trends
Long-term financial metrics and growth patterns
Revenue & Net Income
Profit & Operating Margins
Return on Equity (ROE)
Quarterly Revenue Growth
Historical data shows last 12 quarters (3 years)
Valuation Metrics
Key valuation ratios and pricing indicators
P/E Ratio
18.31
Forward P/E
20.83
PEG Ratio
N/A
P/B Ratio
2.11
P/S Ratio
2.29
EV/Revenue
3.08
EV/EBITDA
11.49
Market Cap
$14.03B
Profitability
Profit margins and return metrics
Profit Margin
12.48%
Operating Margin
12.09%
Gross Margin
28.83%
ROE
11.49%
ROA
4.07%
Growth
Revenue and earnings growth rates
Revenue Growth
+12.8%
Earnings Growth
+27.1%
Q/Q Revenue Growth
+12.25%
Q/Q Earnings Growth
+25.0%
Financial Health
Balance sheet strength and liquidity metrics
Debt/Equity
0.84
Moderate
Current Ratio
2.36
Strong
Quick Ratio
2.26
Excellent
Cash/Share
$1.12
Financial Statement Flow
Interactive flow visualization showing how money moves through the company Q4 2025
Revenue
$1.6B
Gross Margin
50.6%
Op. Margin
12.0%
Net Margin
8.4%
Total Assets
$13.0B
Liabilities
$6.3B
Equity
$6.6B
Debt/Equity
0.96x
Operating CF
$0.5B
CapEx
$-0.2B
Free Cash Flow
$0.4B
FCF Yield
65%
Quarterly Earnings History
EPS performance vs analyst estimates
2026-05-06
$N/A
2026-02-17
$0.2
+4.1% surprise
2025-11-05
$0.23
+428.2% surprise
2025-07-30
$0.32
+40.7% surprise
Real Estate Sector Comparison
Comparing HST against 71 companies in the Real Estate sector
(2 bullish, 13 neutral, 56 bearish)
P/E Ratio
18.31
This Stock
vs
47.09
Sector Avg
-61.1%
(Discount)
Return on Equity (ROE)
11.49%
This Stock
vs
-63.99%
Sector Avg
-118.0%
(Below Avg)
Profit Margin
12.48%
This Stock
vs
17.99%
Sector Avg
-30.7%
(Weaker)
Debt to Equity
0.84
This Stock
vs
2.82
Sector Avg
-70.3%
(Less Debt)
Revenue Growth
12.8%
This Stock
vs
38205.26%
Sector Avg
-100.0%
(Slower)
Current Ratio
2.36
This Stock
vs
7.21
Sector Avg
-67.2%
(Weaker)
Similar Companies
Peer comparison within the same industry
| Company | AI Rating | Market Cap | P/E | ROE | Profit Margin | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
HST
Host Hotels & Resorts, Inc.
|
NEUTRAL | $14.03B | 18.31 | 11.5% | 12.5% | $20.14 | |
|
AMH
American Homes 4 Rent
|
NEUTRAL | $13.52B | 26.66 | 6.6% | 24.7% | $31.99 | Compare |
|
GLPI
Gaming and Leisure Properties, Inc.
|
NEUTRAL | $13.18B | 15.67 | 17.6% | 51.7% | $46.54 | Compare |
|
AGNC
AGNC Investment Corp.
|
BEARISH | $11.49B | 6.96 | 15.1% | 92.9% | $10.23 | Compare |
|
ARE
Alexandria Real Estate...
|
BEARISH | $10.19B | - | -1.1% | -13.4% | $59.69 | Compare |
HST
Host Hotels &...
NEUTRAL
Mkt Cap
$14.0B
P/E
18.3
ROE
11.5%
Price
$20.14
Recent Insider Trading
Insider buy and sell transactions from the last 6 months
| Date | Insider | Position | Transaction | Shares | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-02-27 | LENTZ MICHAEL E | Officer | Sale | 12,673 | $252,826 |
| 2026-02-27 | LENTZ MICHAEL E | Officer | Option Exercise | 13,980 | $235,843 |
| 2026-02-17 | TYRRELL NATHAN S | Chief Investment Officer | Stock Award | 125,585 | - |
| 2026-02-17 | LENTZ MICHAEL E | Officer | Stock Award | 69,073 | - |
| 2026-02-17 | GHOSH SOURAV | Chief Financial Officer | Stock Award | 113,029 | - |
| 2026-02-17 | ASLAKSEN JULIE P | General Counsel | Stock Award | 69,073 | - |
| 2026-02-17 | OTTINGER JOSEPH C | Officer | Stock Award | 11,930 | - |
| 2026-02-17 | RISOLEO JAMES F | Chief Executive Officer | Stock Award | 518,046 | - |
| 2026-02-05 | TYRRELL NATHAN S | Chief Investment Officer | Stock Award | 58,740 | - |
| 2026-02-05 | LENTZ MICHAEL E | Officer | Stock Award | 38,407 | - |
| 2026-02-05 | GHOSH SOURAV | Chief Financial Officer | Stock Award | 72,747 | - |
| 2026-02-05 | ASLAKSEN JULIE P | General Counsel | Stock Award | 33,550 | - |
| 2026-02-05 | OTTINGER JOSEPH C | Officer | Stock Award | 4,857 | - |
| 2026-02-05 | RISOLEO JAMES F | Chief Executive Officer | Stock Award | 243,997 | - |
| 2025-12-23 | BAGLIVO MARY L. | Director | Gift | 5,400 | - |
LENTZ MICHAEL E
Officer
2026-02-27
12,673 shares
·
$252,826
LENTZ MICHAEL E
Officer
2026-02-27
13,980 shares
·
$235,843
TYRRELL NATHAN S
Chief Investment Officer
2026-02-17
125,585 shares
LENTZ MICHAEL E
Officer
2026-02-17
69,073 shares
GHOSH SOURAV
Chief Financial Officer
2026-02-17
113,029 shares
ASLAKSEN JULIE P
General Counsel
2026-02-17
69,073 shares
OTTINGER JOSEPH C
Officer
2026-02-17
11,930 shares
RISOLEO JAMES F
Chief Executive Officer
2026-02-17
518,046 shares
TYRRELL NATHAN S
Chief Investment Officer
2026-02-05
58,740 shares
LENTZ MICHAEL E
Officer
2026-02-05
38,407 shares
GHOSH SOURAV
Chief Financial Officer
2026-02-05
72,747 shares
ASLAKSEN JULIE P
General Counsel
2026-02-05
33,550 shares
OTTINGER JOSEPH C
Officer
2026-02-05
4,857 shares
RISOLEO JAMES F
Chief Executive Officer
2026-02-05
243,997 shares
BAGLIVO MARY L.
Director
2025-12-23
5,400 shares
Insider transactions can signal confidence or concerns about company prospects
Wall Street Analysts
Professional analyst ratings and price targets
Consensus
BUY
20 analysts
UBS
2026-04-10
Neutral
Neutral
Morgan Stanley
2026-04-10
Equal-Weight
Equal-Weight
Barclays
2026-04-07
Equal-Weight
Equal-Weight
Ladenburg Thalmann
2026-03-26
Buy
Truist Securities
2026-03-26
Buy
Buy
Wells Fargo
2026-03-24
Overweight
Overweight
Cantor Fitzgerald
2026-03-03
Neutral
Neutral
Citigroup
2026-02-24
Buy
Buy
JP Morgan
2026-02-20
Neutral
Neutral
JP Morgan
2026-01-22
Neutral
Neutral
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