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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
£133.76M
Enterprise Value160.63M
Total Cash (Recent Filing)£12.21M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)£14.72M
Price to Earnings (P/E)22.6
Beta0.46
Next Earnings
Jul 29, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield0.6%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.06
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
£188.00Price Target Upside48.62% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering2
EPS Forecast (FY)0.14
Revenue Forecast (FY)£105.77M
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Strong Cash GenerationHostelworld's operating cash flow was positive and free cash flow rebounded strongly in 2025, roughly matching net income in 2023 and 2025. Durable cash generation supports reinvestment in the marketplace, funds operations through cycles, and reduces reliance on external financing, improving strategic flexibility over the medium term.
Improved Profitability And MarginsMaterial margin expansion and a ~23% EBITDA margin in 2025 indicate stronger unit economics and operational leverage in the marketplace model. Sustained higher gross and EBITDA margins enhance cash conversion and give the company scope to invest in product, marketing, or marketplace quality while better absorbing cyclical demand shocks.
Manageable Leverage And Improving Capital StructureA low debt-to-equity ratio (~0.20) and positive ROE indicate a conservative capital structure that preserves flexibility. This level of leverage reduces financial risk in a cyclical travel industry, enabling the firm to fund partnerships, platform enhancements or M&A without jeopardizing solvency over a 2–6 month horizon.
Bears Say
Recent Revenue ContractionRevenue down ~17% in 2025 signals weakening booking volumes or average booking value for a marketplace that relies on scale. Persistent top-line declines threaten network effects, reduce commission income, and can erode long-term product investment capacity if not reversed, making earnings sustainability more uncertain.
Net Margin Softness In 2025A decline in net margin despite EBITDA improvement suggests cost or mix pressures that affect the bottom line. Structural sensitivity of net profit to revenue and cost swings reduces earnings predictability and constrains the firm’s ability to consistently convert healthy gross margins into sustained net income across cycles.
Historical Volatility In Cash Flow And ReturnsPrior periods of negative operating and free cash flow (2020–2022) and a drop in FCF in 2024 show the business is cyclical and cash generation can swing materially. This volatility raises the risk that progress seen in 2023–2025 could reverse under renewed travel weakness or competitive pressure.
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 148.00 p in the past 12 months.
What is Hostelworld Group PLC’s market cap?
Hostelworld Group PLC’s market cap is £133.76M.
When is Hostelworld Group PLC’s upcoming earnings report date?
Hostelworld Group PLC’s upcoming earnings report date is Jul 29, 2026 which is in 25 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 1.353 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
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Hostelworld Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
£188.00 (48.62% Upside)
£188.00 (48.62% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
GB:HSW Sentiment 70%
Sector Average 66%
Sector Average 66%
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 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
188.00 p
▲(48.62% Upside)
Technical Analysis
Options Prices
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