Hostelworld Group PLC (GB:HSW)
LSE:HSW
HSW Stock Chart & Stats
126.50 p
-0.50 p(-0.37%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
126.50 p
-0.50 p(-0.37%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range93.73 p - 148.00 p
Previous CloseN/A
Volume188.00
Average Volume (3M)123.31K
Market Cap
£123.85M
Enterprise Value147.61M
Total Cash (Recent Filing)£12.21M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)£14.72M
Price to Earnings (P/E)25.9
Beta0.43
Next Earnings
Aug 12, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield0.6%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.04
Shares Outstanding123,854,760
10 Day Avg. Volume80,291
30 Day Avg. Volume123,313
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-1.07
Price to Book (P/B)2.44
Price to Sales (P/S)1.94
P/FCF Ratio9.87
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
£205.00Price Target Upside62.06% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering2
EPS Forecast (FY)0.14
Revenue Forecast (FY)£105.47M
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Cash GenerationHostelworld has produced consistently positive operating cash flow in 2023–2025 with a large free-cash-flow rebound in 2025. Strong cash conversion that roughly matched net income in key years supports reinvestment, balance-sheet flexibility and resilience versus peers reliant on external funding.
Margin RecoveryGross margin moved materially higher (noted expansion to ~90% by 2025) and EBITDA margin reached about 23% in 2025, indicating improved unit economics and cost discipline. Sustained higher margins provide a structural cushion that supports profitability across travel cycles and funds product and platform investment.
Marketplace Model & Direct TrafficHostelworld's focused two-sided marketplace (travelers and hostel partners), plus a mobile app and direct traffic, creates network effects and lowers customer-acquisition needs. This durable business model supports recurring commission revenue, partner stickiness and scalable operating leverage over time.
Bears Say
Revenue ContractionTop-line decline of roughly 17% in 2025 and a two-year contraction trend reduce scale benefits and can erode marketplace liquidity. Sustained revenue weakness pressures long-term margin sustainability, partner economics and the ability to invest in distribution or product innovation without sacrificing margins.
Volatile Cash And Capital StructureWhile recent cash generation is strong, a history of negative cash flow (2020–2022), a 2024 FCF dip and swings in debt-to-equity reveal inconsistent financial resilience. Such volatility increases execution risk across cycles and can restrict strategic optionality when travel demand weakens.
Concentrated Niche & Partner RelianceConcentration on hostels and budget lodging makes revenue highly sensitive to leisure travel cycles and shifts in youth/backpacker demand. Heavy reliance on commission income and supply relationships limits diversification and can expose margins to partner pricing pressure or competitive distribution tactics.
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HSW FAQ
What was Hostelworld Group PLC’s price range in the past 12 months?
Hostelworld Group PLC lowest share price was 93.73 p and its highest was 148.00 p in the past 12 months.
What is Hostelworld Group PLC’s market cap?
Hostelworld Group PLC’s market cap is £123.85M.
When is Hostelworld Group PLC’s upcoming earnings report date?
Hostelworld Group PLC’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 12, 2026 which is in 125 days.
How were Hostelworld Group PLC’s earnings last quarter?
Hostelworld Group PLC released its earnings results on Mar 26, 2026. The company reported 0.041 p earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by 0.041 p.
Is Hostelworld Group PLC overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Hostelworld Group PLC’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Hostelworld Group PLC pay dividends?
Hostelworld Group PLC pays a Annually dividend of 0.715 p which represents an annual dividend yield of 0.6%. See more information on Hostelworld Group PLC dividends here
What is Hostelworld Group PLC’s EPS estimate?
Hostelworld Group PLC’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does Hostelworld Group PLC have?
Hostelworld Group PLC has 123,854,760 shares outstanding.
What happened to Hostelworld Group PLC’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Hostelworld Group PLC reported an EPS of 0.041 p in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 1%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Hostelworld Group PLC?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in GB:HSW
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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Hostelworld Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
£205.00 (62.06% Upside)
£205.00 (62.06% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
GB:HSW Sentiment 70%
Sector Average ―
Sector Average ―
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-8.60%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
9.72%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
20.08%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Hostelworld Group PLC
Hostelworld Group plc operates an online booking platform worldwide. The company offers software and data processing services that facilitate hostel, B&B, hotel, and other accommodation bookings. The company also provides business information consulting and marketing planning services; and marketing, and research and development services. In addition, it is engaged in technology trading business. It operates approximately 1,100 hostels. Hostelworld Group plc was founded in 1999 and is based in Dublin, Ireland.
HSW Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
205.00 p
▲(62.06% Upside)
Technical Analysis
Options Prices
Currently, No data available
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