Jefferies Financial Group Boosts Hilton Worldwide (NYSE:HLT) Price Target to $339.00

Hilton Worldwide (NYSE:HLT) had its price objective lifted by equities research analysts at Jefferies Financial Group from $322.00 to $339.00 in a report released on Monday,MarketScreener reports. The firm presently has a “buy” rating on the stock. Jefferies Financial Group’s target price points to a potential upside of 12.46% from the company’s previous close.

Several other equities analysts have also issued reports on the company. TD Cowen reduced their price target on Hilton Worldwide from $291.00 to $282.00 and set a “buy” rating on the stock in a research report on Friday, October 17th. Evercore ISI raised their target price on shares of Hilton Worldwide from $270.00 to $280.00 and gave the stock an “in-line” rating in a report on Tuesday, October 14th. Macquarie upped their price target on shares of Hilton Worldwide from $267.00 to $280.00 and gave the company a “neutral” rating in a report on Tuesday. Morgan Stanley raised their price target on shares of Hilton Worldwide from $286.00 to $289.00 and gave the stock an “overweight” rating in a report on Wednesday, October 22nd. Finally, Truist Financial increased their target price on shares of Hilton Worldwide from $246.00 to $253.00 and gave the stock a “hold” rating in a report on Thursday, October 23rd. Two equities research analysts have rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, eleven have assigned a Buy rating and seven have given a Hold rating to the company’s stock. According to data from MarketBeat, the company currently has a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” and an average target price of $291.35.

Hilton Worldwide Trading Up 0.4%

Shares of HLT traded up $1.32 during mid-day trading on Monday, reaching $301.45. The company’s stock had a trading volume of 2,218,584 shares, compared to its average volume of 1,830,848. Hilton Worldwide has a 52 week low of $196.04 and a 52 week high of $306.28. The stock has a market cap of $70.07 billion, a PE ratio of 43.62, a P/E/G ratio of 2.56 and a beta of 1.15. The company’s fifty day moving average price is $282.90 and its two-hundred day moving average price is $273.24.

Hilton Worldwide (NYSE:HLT) last issued its earnings results on Wednesday, October 22nd. The company reported $2.11 EPS for the quarter, topping analysts’ consensus estimates of $2.05 by $0.06. Hilton Worldwide had a net margin of 14.19% and a negative return on equity of 42.78%. The company had revenue of $1.30 billion for the quarter, compared to analysts’ expectations of $3.01 billion. During the same quarter last year, the company earned $1.92 EPS. The firm’s revenue was up 8.8% compared to the same quarter last year. Hilton Worldwide has set its Q4 2025 guidance at 1.940-2.030 EPS and its FY 2025 guidance at 7.970-8.060 EPS. Research analysts anticipate that Hilton Worldwide will post 7.89 EPS for the current year.

Institutional Trading of Hilton Worldwide

A number of hedge funds have recently modified their holdings of HLT. Clearstead Trust LLC bought a new position in shares of Hilton Worldwide in the 2nd quarter worth about $30,000. Sagard Holdings Management Inc. bought a new position in shares of Hilton Worldwide during the second quarter valued at approximately $30,000. Caitlin John LLC purchased a new position in shares of Hilton Worldwide during the third quarter valued at approximately $32,000. Bank of Jackson Hole Trust boosted its position 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 worth $34,000 after purchasing an additional 73 shares in the last quarter. Finally, Atlantic Edge Private Wealth Management LLC grew its stake in shares of Hilton Worldwide by 52.9% in the 3rd quarter. Atlantic Edge Private Wealth Management LLC now owns 130 shares of the company’s stock worth $34,000 after buying an additional 45 shares during the last quarter. Institutional investors own 95.90% of the company’s stock.

Hilton Worldwide News Summary

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

• Positive Sentiment: Jefferies raised its price target to $339 (from $322) and kept a “buy” rating — implying ~12.5% upside vs. the current price — lending bullish analyst support to the stock. Jefferies adjusts price target on Hilton Worldwide to $339 from $322; maintains buy rating
• Positive Sentiment: Board approved a $3.5 billion increase in the repurchase authorization (total ~ $4.6 billion available), which is highly shareholder‑friendly and can support EPS and the share price through buybacks. Hilton Increases Stock Repurchase Authorization
• Positive Sentiment: Hilton launched “Apartment Collection by Hilton” — furnished, hosted apartment accommodations — broadening product offerings and recurring-stay potential, which may improve mid/long-term revenue diversification. Hilton Introduces Apartment Collection by Hilton
• Neutral Sentiment: Analyst consensus sits around a “moderate buy,” reflecting generally favorable views but not unanimous conviction; this supports the stock but limits dramatic re-rating without stronger fundamentals. Hilton Worldwide Receives Average Recommendation of “Moderate Buy” from Analysts
• Negative Sentiment: Macquarie raised its target to $280 (from $267) but still rates the stock “neutral” and implies ~7.1% downside vs. the current price, a reminder there is not unanimous upside from the Street. Macquarie adjusts price target on Hilton Worldwide to $280 from $267; maintains neutral rating

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.