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Hostelworld ( (GB:HSW) ) has provided an update.
Hostelworld Group plc has continued its share buyback programme with the repurchase of 16,000 ordinary shares on the London Stock Exchange on 7 January 2026, at prices between £1.2500 and £1.2550 per share, via broker Goodbody Stockbrokers UC. The shares will be cancelled, reducing the total number of ordinary shares in issue to 124,160,885 with no treasury shares held, a move that marginally enhances earnings per share and signals ongoing capital-return efforts to shareholders under the buyback programme launched in June 2025.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:HSW) stock is a Hold with a £137.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Hostelworld stock, see the GB:HSW Stock Forecast page.
Spark’s Take on GB:HSW Stock
According to Spark, TipRanks’ AI Analyst, GB:HSW is a Neutral.
Hostelworld’s overall stock score reflects its strong financial performance and strategic corporate actions, such as share buybacks and acquisitions, which are enhancing shareholder value. However, the mixed technical indicators and moderate valuation suggest some caution. The company’s trajectory is positive, with room for further growth and optimization.
To see Spark’s full report on GB:HSW stock, click here.
More about Hostelworld
Hostelworld Group plc is a London-listed company operating an online booking platform focused on hostel and budget accommodation, serving price-sensitive and youth travelers worldwide. Its marketplace connects travelers with hostels and other low-cost lodging options, positioning the group within the global online travel and hospitality sector.
Average Trading Volume: 145,856
Technical Sentiment Signal: Hold
Current Market Cap: £155.2M
For detailed information about HSW stock, go to TipRanks’ Stock Analysis page.