Hostelworld Continues Share Buyback With Further Market Repurchase

Hostelworld ( (GB:HSW) ) has issued an announcement.

Hostelworld Group plc has continued its previously announced share buyback programme with the repurchase of 10,619 ordinary shares on the London Stock Exchange on 15 January 2026, at prices ranging between £1.1400 and £1.2050 per share and a volume-weighted average price of £1.1882. The repurchased shares will be cancelled, reducing the company’s total shares in issue to 124,078,794 and resulting in no shares held in treasury, a move that marginally enhances earnings per share and signals ongoing capital management efforts aimed at returning value to shareholders.

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.

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More about Hostelworld

Hostelworld Group plc is a London-listed company that operates in the online travel and accommodation sector, focusing on budget and hostel bookings for travelers worldwide. Its primary services center on providing a digital platform that connects consumers with low-cost lodging options, targeting price-conscious and youth-focused travel markets.

Average Trading Volume: 140,030

Technical Sentiment Signal: Sell

Current Market Cap: £145.2M

See more insights into HSW stock on TipRanks’ Stock Analysis page.