Hilton Worldwide Holdings (HLT)
NYSE:HLT
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Earnings Data
Report Date
Jul 29, 2026Before Open (Confirmed)
Period Ending
2026 (Q2)Consensus EPS Forecast
2.29Last Year’s EPS
2.2Same Quarter Last Year
Moderate Buy
Based on 17 Analysts Ratings
Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call presented multiple strong operational and financial positives: mid-single-digit RevPAR growth in the quarter, a 13% increase in adjusted EBITDA, accelerating net unit growth with a record pipeline, meaningful shareholder returns, and active AI/technology initiatives. These positives were tempered by geopolitical headwinds from the Middle East conflict (expected to materially affect Q2 and the region's full-year RevPAR) and continued softness in China. Management framed guidance conservatively to reflect those risks but expressed confidence in sustained demand momentum in the U.S. and across many international markets.Company Guidance
System-wide RevPAR Growth
System-wide RevPAR increased 3.6% year-over-year in Q1 2026, with sequential monthly improvement in the U.S. and broad growth across chain scales, brands and segments.
Strong Adjusted EBITDA and EPS
Adjusted EBITDA was $901 million in Q1, up 13% year-over-year and above the high end of guidance. Diluted EPS (adjusted for special items) was $2.01 for the quarter.
Fee Revenue Expansion
Management and franchise fees grew 10.4% year-over-year in the quarter, reflecting higher system revenues and expanding fee-based business.
Robust Development and Net Unit Growth
Opened 131 hotels (over 16,000 rooms) in Q1 — Hilton's second strongest Q1 for openings. Pipeline reached a record ~527,000 rooms with more rooms under construction than any other hotel company; company expects net unit growth of 6%–7% for the full year.
Regional Outperformance
Regional RevPAR strength: APAC ex China +9.1% (Q1), Europe +6.9% (Q1), Americas ex-U.S. +4.4% (Q1), U.S. comparable RevPAR +3.4% (Q1).
Capital Return to Shareholders
Returned more than $860 million to shareholders in Q1 and remains on track to return approximately $3.5 billion to shareholders for full-year 2026 (dividends + buybacks).
Product and Brand Expansion
Notable brand and property openings and signings including Waldorf Astoria Rabat Sale, expansions of Luxury and Lifestyle brands (Waldorf Astoria portfolio of 40 trading hotels), Curio surpassing 200 trading hotels, Home2 Suites European debut, Motto debut in Brazil and other markets.
AI and Technology Initiatives
Launched the Anthropic-powered Hilton AI Planner and announced partnerships with Google, OpenAI/ChatGPT and Anthropic; emphasized modern cloud-based tech stack and plans to integrate apps within major LLM platforms to drive direct bookings and operational efficiency.
Recognition for Culture and Workplace
Named top-rated hospitality company on Fortune/Great Place to Work list for 11th consecutive year and received Great Place to Work honors in 17 countries (including seven #1 rankings).
Forward Financial Guidance
Full-year 2026 guidance: System-wide RevPAR growth of 2%–3%; Adjusted EBITDA $4.02B–$4.06B; diluted EPS (adjusted) $8.79–$8.91. Q2 guidance includes System-wide RevPAR +2%–3%, adjusted EBITDA $1.015B–$1.035B and adjusted EPS $2.18–$2.24.
HLT Earnings History
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HLT Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date | Price 1 Day Before | Price 1 Day After | Percentage Change |
|---|---|---|---|
Apr 28, 2026 | $332.45 | $323.36 | -2.73% |
Feb 11, 2026 | $323.55 | $324.98 | +0.44% |
Oct 22, 2025 | $265.68 | $274.77 | +3.42% |
Jul 23, 2025 | $273.41 | $266.43 | -2.55% |
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FAQ
When does Hilton Worldwide Holdings (HLT) report earnings?
Hilton Worldwide Holdings (HLT) is schdueled to report earning on Jul 29, 2026, Before Open (Confirmed).
What is Hilton Worldwide Holdings (HLT) earnings time?
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What is HLT EPS forecast?
HLT EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2026 (Q2) is 2.29.
