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HSW Stock Chart & Stats
105.00 p
0.00 p(0.00%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
105.00 p
0.00 p(0.00%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range93.73 p - 141.50 p
Previous CloseN/A
Volume234.57K
Average Volume (3M)123.31K
Market Cap
£130.67M
Enterprise Value143.94 p
Total Cash (Recent Filing)£15.00M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)£11.00M
Price to Earnings (P/E)23.6
Beta0.49
Next Earnings
Mar 25, 2027EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield2%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.05
Shares Outstanding123,854,760
10 Day Avg. Volume80,291
30 Day Avg. Volume123,313
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-1.11
Price to Book (P/B)2.44
Price to Sales (P/S)1.90
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
£200.25Price Target Upside90.71% Upside
Rating ConsensusStrong Buy
Number of Analyst Covering4
EPS Forecast (FY)0.14
Revenue Forecast (FY)£105.18M
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Free Cash Flow StrengthHostelworld's recent multi-year recovery in operating and free cash flow provides durable financial flexibility. Strong FCF that roughly matched net income in 2023 and 2025 supports reinvestment, shareholder returns or balance-sheet repair, and cushions the business through travel cycles.
Improved Margins And ProfitabilityMaterial expansion in gross and EBITDA margins indicates the marketplace model is delivering operating leverage and better unit economics. Higher sustained profitability increases the firm's ability to invest in distribution and product improvements, making earnings more resilient over the medium term.
Manageable Leverage And Equity BaseA modest debt load and a sizable equity base give Hostelworld room to fund initiatives or absorb shocks without heavy refinancing pressure. Manageable leverage combined with returning positive ROE supports strategic optionality for partnerships, product investment, or selective M&A.
Bears Say
Top-line ContractionA meaningful decline in bookings and revenue undermines the core commission-based model: fewer bookings reduce scale advantages, limit incremental margin upside, and make margin gains harder to sustain. Persistent top-line weakness would erode platform economics and long-term growth prospects.
Cash Flow And Earnings VariabilityHistoric swings in operating and free cash flow show the business is sensitive to travel cycles and execution. Such variability makes capital allocation and forecasting difficult, increasing the risk that strong recent cash generation will reverse during downturns or slow recovery periods.
Inconsistent Returns And Capital Structure ShiftsVolatile returns on equity and swings in leverage suggest past instability in profitability and financing choices. This inconsistency raises questions about management's ability to deliver stable returns across cycles and may limit confidence in long-term capital allocation and strategic planning.
Hostelworld News
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 141.50 p in the past 12 months.
What is Hostelworld Group PLC’s market cap?
Hostelworld Group PLC’s market cap is £130.67M.
When is Hostelworld Group PLC’s upcoming earnings report date?
Hostelworld Group PLC’s upcoming earnings report date is Mar 25, 2027 which is in 236 days.
How were Hostelworld Group PLC’s earnings last quarter?
Hostelworld Group PLC released its earnings results on Jul 29, 2026. The company reported 0.034 p earnings per share for the quarter, the consensus estimate of 0.034 p by 0 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 Notavailable dividend of 0.71 p which represents an annual dividend yield of 2%. 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 0.034 p in its last earnings report, expectations of 0.034 p. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -2.336%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Hostelworld Group PLC?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in GB:HSW
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Hostelworld Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Strong Buy
Average Price Target:
£200.25 (90.71% Upside)
£200.25 (90.71% Upside)
News Sentiment
Very Bullish
Bullish news 100%
Bearish news 0%
Bearish news 0%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-8.60%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
2.00%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
14.36%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Hostelworld Group PLC
Hostelworld Group Plc engages in a hostel-focused online booking platform for young and independent travelers. The company was founded in 1999 and is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland.
HSW Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
200.25 p
▲(90.71% Upside)