Host Hotels & Resorts (HST) to Post Quarterly Earnings on Wednesday

Host Hotels & Resorts (NASDAQ:HST) is projected to post its Q2 2026 results after the market closes on Wednesday, August 5th. Analysts expect the company to post earnings of $0.3346 per share and revenue of $1.6187 billion for the quarter. Host Hotels & Resorts has set its FY 2026 guidance at 2.100-2.16 EPS. Parties are encouraged to explore the company’s upcoming Q2 2026 earning results page for the latest details on the call scheduled for Thursday, August 6, 2026 at 10:00 AM ET.

Host Hotels & Resorts (NASDAQ:HST) last issued its earnings results on Wednesday, May 6th. The company reported $0.67 EPS for the quarter, topping the consensus estimate of $0.36 by $0.31. The firm had revenue of $1.65 billion during the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $1.59 billion. Host Hotels & Resorts had a return on equity of 15.15% and a net margin of 16.40%.The business’s quarterly revenue was up 3.2% on a year-over-year basis. During the same quarter in the previous year, the firm earned $0.64 earnings per share. On average, analysts expect Host Hotels & Resorts to post $2 EPS for the current fiscal year and $2 EPS for the next fiscal year.

Host Hotels & Resorts Trading Up 2.0%

Shares of Host Hotels & Resorts stock opened at $25.47 on Wednesday. The firm’s 50 day moving average is $23.95 and its 200 day moving average is $21.23. The firm has a market capitalization of $17.44 billion, a PE ratio of 17.33, a price-to-earnings-growth ratio of 2.81 and a beta of 1.09. Host Hotels & Resorts has a 1 year low of $15.11 and a 1 year high of $25.49. The company has a current ratio of 7.91, a quick ratio of 7.91 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.74.

Host Hotels & Resorts Dividend Announcement

The business also recently announced a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Wednesday, July 15th. Shareholders of record on Tuesday, June 30th were paid a dividend of $0.20 per share. This represents a $0.80 dividend on an annualized basis and a dividend yield of 3.1%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend was Tuesday, June 30th. Host Hotels & Resorts’s payout ratio is presently 54.42%.

Wall Street Analysts Forecast Growth

Several research analysts have recently issued reports on the stock. Raymond James Financial reiterated an “outperform” rating and set a $27.00 price target on shares of Host Hotels & Resorts in a report on Monday, June 8th. Stifel Nicolaus set a $26.25 price objective on Host Hotels & Resorts in a research report on Thursday, June 4th. Citigroup upped their target price on Host Hotels & Resorts from $22.00 to $24.00 and gave the stock a “buy” rating in a report on Tuesday, May 12th. BMO Capital Markets restated an “outperform” rating and set a $27.00 price target on shares of Host Hotels & Resorts in a report on Friday, June 12th. Finally, Argus set a $27.00 price objective on Host Hotels & Resorts in a research note on Wednesday, June 17th. One equities research analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, ten have issued a Buy rating and six have given a Hold rating to the company. According to data from MarketBeat.com, Host Hotels & Resorts presently has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus price target of $24.27.

Insider Activity at Host Hotels & Resorts

In other news, EVP Nathan S. Tyrrell sold 15,569 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction dated Tuesday, May 26th. The stock was sold at an average price of $23.00, for a total transaction of $358,087.00. Following the completion of the transaction, the executive vice president directly owned 682,089 shares in the company, valued at $15,688,047. This trade represents a 2.23% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The sale was disclosed in a legal filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is available through the SEC website. Company insiders own 1.50% of the company’s stock.

Institutional Investors Weigh In On Host Hotels & Resorts

A number of institutional investors have recently modified their holdings of HST. Sivia Capital Partners LLC acquired a new position in Host Hotels & Resorts in the second quarter valued at approximately $190,000. Globeflex Capital L P bought a new stake in shares of Host Hotels & Resorts in the 2nd quarter valued at $143,000. CIBC Private Wealth Group LLC lifted its position in shares of Host Hotels & Resorts by 273.5% during the 3rd quarter. CIBC Private Wealth Group LLC now owns 7,317 shares of the company’s stock valued at $125,000 after acquiring an additional 5,358 shares during the period. Brown Brothers Harriman & Co. boosted its stake in Host Hotels & Resorts by 75.0% during the fourth quarter. Brown Brothers Harriman & Co. now owns 6,548 shares of the company’s stock worth $116,000 after acquiring an additional 2,806 shares in the last quarter. Finally, Danske Bank A S bought a new position in Host Hotels & Resorts during the third quarter worth $100,000. 98.52% of the stock is owned by institutional investors.

Host Hotels & Resorts Company Profile

Host Hotels & Resorts, Inc is a real estate investment trust (REIT) focused on owning and managing premium lodging properties. The company’s portfolio predominantly comprises luxury and upper-upscale hotels and resorts operated under leading global brands. Through strategic acquisitions, dispositions and capital investments, Host Hotels & Resorts seeks to enhance long-term value by aligning property-level operating performance with broader market trends in hospitality demand.

The company’s holdings span major urban, resort and conference destinations across North America, Europe and the Asia-Pacific region.