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InterContinental Hotels
(LSE:IHG)
InterContinental Hotels (IHG) vs. iShares MSCI United Kingdom ETF (EWC)
InterContinental Hotels Business Overview & Revenue Model
InterContinental Hotels Earnings Call Summary
InterContinental Hotels Financial Statement Overview
| Breakdown | Dec 2025 | Dec 2024 | Dec 2023 | Dec 2022 | Dec 2021 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Income Statement | |||||
| Total Revenue | 5.19B | 4.92B | 4.62B | 3.22B | 2.91B |
| Gross Profit | 1.59B | 1.46B | 1.42B | 845.05M | 885.00M |
| EBITDA | 1.35B | 967.15M | 985.07M | 728.46M | 692.00M |
| Net Income | 760.00M | 501.96M | 589.16M | 310.07M | 196.77M |
Balance Sheet | |||||
| Total Assets | 5.34B | 3.80B | 3.78B | 3.49B | 3.49B |
| Cash, Cash Equivalents and Short-Term Investments | 1.13B | 811.29M | 1.04B | 807.01M | 1.07B |
| Total Debt | 4.99B | 2.95B | 2.82B | 2.33B | 2.41B |
| Total Liabilities | 8.07B | 5.64B | 5.31B | 4.82B | 4.58B |
| Stockholders Equity | -2.74B | -1.85B | -1.53B | -1.34B | -1.10B |
Cash Flow | |||||
| Free Cash Flow | 870.00M | 558.71M | 679.50M | 494.46M | 457.91M |
| Operating Cash Flow | 898.00M | 581.89M | 701.49M | 539.11M | 470.48M |
| Investing Cash Flow | -190.00M | -82.33M | -107.62M | -69.46M | -8.88M |
| Financing Cash Flow | -614.00M | -714.57M | -327.57M | -794.61M | -636.19M |
InterContinental Hotels Technical Analysis
InterContinental Hotels Peers Comparison
Name | Overall Rating | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | ROE | Dividend Yield | Revenue Growth | EPS Growth |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
75 Outperform | £2.02B | 1.18 | 23.98% | 1.18% | 7.17% | -2.22% | |
69 Neutral | $19.33B | 28.60 | ― | 1.23% | 5.55% | 19.27% | |
69 Neutral | £121.99M | 47.13 | 10.90% | 0.60% | -3.82% | -51.23% | |
66 Neutral | £3.94B | 6.31 | 7.68% | 3.80% | -2.12% | 8.95% | |
61 Neutral | $18.38B | 12.79 | -2.54% | 3.03% | 1.52% | -15.83% | |
56 Neutral | £10.06M | 8.44 | -1.56% | ― | 0.82% | -27.59% | |
54 Neutral | £707.37M | 56.99 | 4.65% | 1.84% | 6.14% | 1.27% |
InterContinental Hotels Corporate Events
InterContinental Hotels Group PLC has repurchased 20,187 of its ordinary shares on the London Stock Exchange on 12 March 2026 via Goldman Sachs International under an existing shareholder authority. The transaction, executed at an average price of $131.5011 per share, forms part of the company’s ongoing capital management strategy.
The company intends to cancel the repurchased shares, reducing the number of ordinary shares in issue to 150,654,861, excluding treasury shares. This cancellation marginally enhances earnings per share and signals continued confidence in the group’s financial position and long-term value for shareholders.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:IHG) stock is a Buy with a $156.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on InterContinental Hotels stock, see the GB:IHG Stock Forecast page.
InterContinental Hotels Group PLC announced that Non-Executive Director Sir Ron Kalifa will step down from its board on 7 May 2026 after serving since January 2024 and contributing on the Audit and Remuneration Committees. Chair Deanna Oppenheimer thanked him for his role in strengthening the business, and the departure signals an upcoming refresh in IHG’s board composition that may slightly reshape governance oversight without altering the company’s broader strategic direction.
The change comes as IHG continues to expand its diversified portfolio of 21 brands and grow its global hotel pipeline, leveraging one of the world’s largest loyalty programmes to sustain scale and competitiveness in the hospitality sector. Stakeholders are likely to view the planned transition as routine board evolution at a mature, internationally focused hotel operator rather than a shift in its underlying operational strategy.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:IHG) stock is a Buy with a $156.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on InterContinental Hotels stock, see the GB:IHG Stock Forecast page.
InterContinental Hotels Group has repurchased 20,000 of its ordinary shares on the London Stock Exchange through Goldman Sachs International, under an existing shareholder authority granted at its 2025 annual meeting. The transaction, executed at prices between $131.25 and $133.80 per share with an average of $132.36, is part of a capital management strategy aimed at reducing share count and potentially enhancing earnings per share.
The company plans to cancel the repurchased shares, leaving 150,675,048 ordinary shares in issue, excluding those held in treasury. This move signals ongoing confidence in the group’s financial position and may support shareholder value by tightening the equity base, although the overall impact will depend on the scale of future buybacks and broader market conditions.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:IHG) stock is a Buy with a $156.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on InterContinental Hotels stock, see the GB:IHG Stock Forecast page.
InterContinental Hotels Group has repurchased 20,000 of its ordinary shares on 10 March 2026 via Goldman Sachs International on the London Stock Exchange, paying an average price of $131.7519 per share. The company plans to cancel these shares, leaving 150,695,048 ordinary shares in issue excluding those held in treasury, thereby marginally reducing its share count and potentially enhancing earnings per share.
The latest buyback, executed under previously granted shareholder authority, continues IHG’s capital management strategy of returning funds to investors while tightening its equity base. This move may signal confidence in the company’s valuation and financial position, and could support shareholder value through improved capital efficiency and a slightly higher ownership stake for remaining investors.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:IHG) stock is a Buy with a $146.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on InterContinental Hotels stock, see the GB:IHG Stock Forecast page.
InterContinental Hotels Group PLC has repurchased 20,000 of its ordinary shares on 9 March 2026 via Goldman Sachs International on the London Stock Exchange, paying between $125.40 and $128.95 per share, at an average price of $127.14. The company plans to cancel these shares, leaving 150,715,048 ordinary shares in issue excluding those held in treasury, signalling continued use of buybacks as a tool for capital management and potential enhancement of shareholder value.
The latest buyback follows authority granted at the 2025 annual general meeting and forms part of an ongoing share repurchase programme initiated in February 2026. By reducing the number of shares in circulation, IHG may improve key per-share metrics and underscore confidence in its financial position, which could be viewed positively by investors in the hospitality sector.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:IHG) stock is a Buy with a $146.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on InterContinental Hotels stock, see the GB:IHG Stock Forecast page.
InterContinental Hotels Group PLC has repurchased 20,000 of its ordinary shares on 9 March 2026 via Goldman Sachs International on the London Stock Exchange, paying between $125.40 and $128.95 per share, at an average price of $127.1402. The company plans to cancel these shares, leaving 150,715,048 ordinary shares in issue, excluding 5,431,782 held in treasury, which will marginally reduce the share count and can enhance earnings per share for remaining investors.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:IHG) stock is a Buy with a $146.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on InterContinental Hotels stock, see the GB:IHG Stock Forecast page.
InterContinental Hotels Group PLC has repurchased 15,000 of its ordinary shares on 6 March 2026 via Goldman Sachs International under an existing shareholder authority. The shares were bought on the London Stock Exchange at prices between $128.00 and $133.80, with an average price of $130.13, as part of the company’s ongoing capital management strategy.
The company plans to cancel the repurchased shares, reducing its share count to 150,735,048 ordinary shares in issue, excluding those held in treasury. This cancellation is expected to modestly enhance earnings per share and reflects management’s confidence in the business and commitment to returning value to shareholders through buybacks.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:IHG) stock is a Sell with a $115.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on InterContinental Hotels stock, see the GB:IHG Stock Forecast page.
InterContinental Hotels Group has repurchased 20,000 of its ordinary shares on 5 March 2026 via Goldman Sachs International under an existing shareholder authority. The shares were bought on the London Stock Exchange at prices between $131.65 and $135.15, with an average purchase price of $133.60.
The company plans to cancel the repurchased shares, reducing its share count to 150,700,048 ordinary shares in issue, excluding treasury holdings. This move marginally tightens the share base and signals ongoing capital management efforts that can support earnings per share and potentially enhance shareholder value over time.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:IHG) stock is a Sell with a $115.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on InterContinental Hotels stock, see the GB:IHG Stock Forecast page.
InterContinental Hotels Group PLC disclosed that Karen Cadbury, who is a person closely associated with non‑executive director Nicholas Cadbury, purchased a total of 800 ordinary shares in the company on 4 March 2026. The acquisition, carried out on the London Stock Exchange at prices of about $134–$135 per share, modestly increases insider‑related holdings and is reported in line with market abuse regulation requirements.
The transactions, split between two trades of 700 and 100 shares respectively, represent a relatively small investment in monetary terms but still signal additional board‑linked confidence in the stock. While the scale of the purchase is limited and unlikely to affect capital structure, such PDMR‑related activity is often monitored by investors as an indicator of sentiment from those close to company leadership and governance.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:IHG) stock is a Sell with a $115.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on InterContinental Hotels stock, see the GB:IHG Stock Forecast page.
InterContinental Hotels Group PLC has repurchased 30,000 of its ordinary shares on 4 March 2026 through Goldman Sachs International on the London Stock Exchange, paying between $133.10 and $135.60 per share, at an average price of $134.554. The company plans to cancel these shares, leaving 150,720,048 ordinary shares in issue excluding those held in treasury, which is expected to provide a modest enhancement to earnings per share and reflects ongoing capital management.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:IHG) stock is a Sell with a $115.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on InterContinental Hotels stock, see the GB:IHG Stock Forecast page.
InterContinental Hotels Group has disclosed that its Chief Product and Technology Officer, Jolie Fleming, disposed of 4,608 ordinary shares in the company on 4 March 2026. The transaction, executed on the London Stock Exchange at a price of $135 per share for a total value of $622,080, reflects trading activity by a senior executive that may be closely monitored by investors for indications of management’s confidence and personal capital allocation decisions.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:IHG) stock is a Sell with a $115.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on InterContinental Hotels stock, see the GB:IHG Stock Forecast page.
InterContinental Hotels Group has repurchased 50,000 of its ordinary shares on 3 March 2026 via Goldman Sachs International under an existing shareholder authority. The buyback was executed at prices between $126.80 and $131.00 per share, with an average price of $128.95.
The company intends to cancel the repurchased shares, reducing the number of ordinary shares in issue to 150,750,048, excluding treasury shares. This move marginally tightens the share count and may enhance earnings per share, reflecting continued capital returns to shareholders through its buyback programme.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:IHG) stock is a Sell with a $115.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on InterContinental Hotels stock, see the GB:IHG Stock Forecast page.
InterContinental Hotels Group PLC has granted forfeitable share awards to several senior executives, including CEO Elie Maalouf and CFO Michael Glover, under its Deferred Award Plan. The awards, priced by reference to the company’s average share price following its 2025 results, are conditional on continued employment until February 2029, strengthening long-term alignment between management incentives and shareholder value while meeting regulatory disclosure requirements.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:IHG) stock is a Buy with a $156.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on InterContinental Hotels stock, see the GB:IHG Stock Forecast page.
InterContinental Hotels Group has disclosed a series of share allocations to senior executives under its 2022 Annual Performance Plan, in line with regulatory requirements for reporting transactions by persons discharging managerial responsibilities. Ordinary shares in the company were transferred at nil consideration to CEO Elie Maalouf, CFO Michael Glover and several regional and functional leaders, with some awards subsequently sold on vesting to cover tax and social security obligations, underscoring IHG’s continued use of equity-based incentives to align management with shareholder interests and meet market abuse regulation transparency standards.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:IHG) stock is a Buy with a $156.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on InterContinental Hotels stock, see the GB:IHG Stock Forecast page.
InterContinental Hotels Group has repurchased 150,000 of its ordinary shares on 2 March 2026 via Goldman Sachs International on the London Stock Exchange, paying between $130.15 and $133.85 per share, with an average price of $131.94. The buyback was executed under an existing shareholder authority and the company plans to cancel the shares, reducing its share count to 150,800,048 outstanding shares excluding treasury holdings.
By canceling the repurchased shares rather than holding them, IHG is slightly shrinking its share capital, which can enhance earnings per share and signal confidence in the company’s financial position. The move reflects continued use of capital return strategies that may support shareholder value and could influence the group’s capital structure and market valuation over time.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:IHG) stock is a Buy with a $156.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on InterContinental Hotels stock, see the GB:IHG Stock Forecast page.
InterContinental Hotels Group PLC has confirmed that as of 28 February 2026 its issued share capital comprises 156,431,830 ordinary shares, of which 5,481,782 are held in treasury and therefore do not carry voting rights. This leaves a total of 150,950,048 voting rights, a figure that shareholders must use as the denominator when assessing whether they are required to disclose changes in their shareholdings under UK disclosure rules.
The company noted that all ordinary shares it has recently repurchased and designated for cancellation have been treated as cancelled in these calculations, reflecting activity conducted under shareholder authority granted at the May 2025 AGM. The update provides clarity for investors and regulators on InterContinental Hotels Group’s current capital and voting rights structure, supporting transparency and compliance with the Financial Conduct Authority’s disclosure and transparency requirements.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:IHG) stock is a Buy with a $156.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on InterContinental Hotels stock, see the GB:IHG Stock Forecast page.
InterContinental Hotels Group PLC has repurchased 30,000 of its ordinary shares on the London Stock Exchange on 27 February 2026, with prices ranging between $137.75 and $142.10 and an average price of $139.4353 per share. The company plans to cancel these shares, leaving 150,950,048 ordinary shares in issue, excluding those held in treasury, which will marginally reduce share count and can enhance earnings per share and capital returns for shareholders.
The buyback was executed through Goldman Sachs International under an existing shareholder-authorized repurchase program, reflecting ongoing capital management activities by InterContinental Hotels Group. By continuing to retire shares, the company signals confidence in its financial position and future prospects, while potentially improving share liquidity and supporting its valuation in the public markets.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:IHG) stock is a Buy with a $156.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on InterContinental Hotels stock, see the GB:IHG Stock Forecast page.
InterContinental Hotels Group PLC has repurchased 30,000 of its own ordinary shares on the London Stock Exchange, executing the buyback through Goldman Sachs International under an existing shareholder authority. The shares were acquired on 27 February 2026 at prices between $137.75 and $142.10, with an average price of $139.44, and the company plans to cancel the repurchased stock.
Following this transaction, InterContinental Hotels Group will have 150,950,048 ordinary shares in issue, excluding 5,481,782 shares held in treasury, effectively reducing its free-float share count. The cancellation underscores the company’s ongoing capital management strategy, which can support earnings per share and signal confidence in the group’s financial position to investors.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:IHG) stock is a Buy with a $156.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on InterContinental Hotels stock, see the GB:IHG Stock Forecast page.
InterContinental Hotels Group PLC has repurchased 30,000 of its ordinary shares on 26 February 2026 via Goldman Sachs International on the London Stock Exchange, paying between $139.60 and $142.95 per share, at an average price of $141.5137. The company plans to cancel these shares, leaving 150,980,048 ordinary shares in issue excluding 5,481,782 held in treasury, a move that marginally reduces share count and may enhance earnings per share and capital returns for investors.
The transaction follows shareholder authority granted at the May 2025 annual general meeting and instructions issued in mid-February 2026, signalling continued execution of IHG’s share buyback strategy. By shrinking its free-float, IHG underscores confidence in its financial position and long-term prospects, while maintaining active capital management in line with broader hospitality sector trends toward shareholder-friendly distributions.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:IHG) stock is a Hold with a $145.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on InterContinental Hotels stock, see the GB:IHG Stock Forecast page.
InterContinental Hotels Group PLC has published its Annual Report and Form 20-F for 2025, making the documents available to shareholders via its website and regulatory storage platforms in the U.K. and the U.S. The company will also dispatch hard copies on request, underlining its compliance with disclosure and transparency rules across its main capital markets.
The group confirmed that its 2026 Annual General Meeting is scheduled for 7 May 2026, with the formal notice to follow in due course. The release signals the start of the company’s annual reporting and governance cycle, giving investors and other stakeholders full access to detailed financial and operational information ahead of the AGM.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:IHG) stock is a Hold with a $145.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on InterContinental Hotels stock, see the GB:IHG Stock Forecast page.
InterContinental Hotels Group PLC has repurchased 30,000 of its ordinary shares on 25 February 2026 through Goldman Sachs International under an existing shareholder authority. The shares were bought on the London Stock Exchange at prices ranging from $138.45 to $140.60, with an average price of $139.0020.
The company plans to cancel the repurchased shares, reducing its outstanding share count to 151,010,048 ordinary shares, excluding 5,481,782 held in treasury. This move continues IHG’s capital management strategy, potentially enhancing earnings per share and signaling confidence in the company’s valuation to investors.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:IHG) stock is a Hold with a $145.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on InterContinental Hotels stock, see the GB:IHG Stock Forecast page.
InterContinental Hotels Group has repurchased 59,987 of its ordinary shares on the London Stock Exchange via Goldman Sachs International, as part of its ongoing capital management programme. The shares were bought on 24 February 2026 at prices ranging from $138.25 to $141.00, with an average price of $139.82.
The company plans to cancel the repurchased shares, reducing its share count to 151,040,048 ordinary shares in issue, excluding those held in treasury. This move is likely to enhance earnings per share and signals continued confidence in the group’s financial position and long-term strategy to return value to shareholders.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:IHG) stock is a Hold with a $150.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on InterContinental Hotels stock, see the GB:IHG Stock Forecast page.
InterContinental Hotels Group PLC has repurchased 89,714 of its ordinary shares on 23 February 2026 via Goldman Sachs International on the London Stock Exchange, paying an average price of $141.8296 within a range of $139.75 to $144.30. The company plans to cancel these shares, leaving 151,100,035 ordinary shares in issue excluding treasury holdings, a move that marginally reduces share count and can enhance earnings per share and capital return metrics for investors.
The repurchase forms part of a shareholder-approved buyback authority, underscoring IHG’s continued use of balance sheet capacity to return capital and signal confidence in its financial position. By shrinking its free-float equity base, the group may support its share price and improve capital efficiency, reinforcing its positioning in the competitive global hotel and travel sector.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:IHG) stock is a Hold with a $150.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on InterContinental Hotels stock, see the GB:IHG Stock Forecast page.
InterContinental Hotels Group PLC has repurchased 95,148 of its ordinary shares on 20 February 2026 through Goldman Sachs International on the London Stock Exchange, paying an average price of $143.2637 within a range of $141.20 to $145.00 per share. The company plans to cancel these shares, leaving 151,189,749 ordinary shares in issue excluding those held in treasury, signaling continued execution of its capital return strategy and a potential enhancement of earnings per share for investors.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:IHG) stock is a Hold with a $150.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on InterContinental Hotels stock, see the GB:IHG Stock Forecast page.
InterContinental Hotels Group PLC disclosed that a number of senior executives, including Chief Executive Officer Elie Maalouf and Chief Financial Officer Michael Glover, received allocations of ordinary shares on 18 February 2026 under the company’s Deferred Award Plan for the 2023/25 cycle. The awards, delivered at nil consideration after tax and social security adjustments, form part of IHG’s long-term incentive framework and are being reported to meet regulatory transparency requirements on transactions by persons discharging managerial responsibilities.
The vesting and allocation of these shares further align top management’s interests with those of shareholders, reinforcing pay-for-performance incentives across key leadership roles in core regions such as the Americas and Greater China. While the transactions occurred outside a trading venue and do not involve fresh capital raising, they underline ongoing use of equity-based compensation as a governance tool and provide investors with visibility over insider-related share movements.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:IHG) stock is a Hold with a $150.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on InterContinental Hotels stock, see the GB:IHG Stock Forecast page.
InterContinental Hotels Group PLC has repurchased 138,958 of its ordinary shares on 19 February 2026 via Goldman Sachs International, at prices ranging between $140.30 and $144.10 per share, with an average price of $142.05. The company plans to cancel these shares, leaving 151,284,897 ordinary shares in issue excluding treasury holdings, a move that effectively returns capital to shareholders and marginally enhances earnings per share.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:IHG) stock is a Buy with a $167.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on InterContinental Hotels stock, see the GB:IHG Stock Forecast page.
InterContinental Hotels Group has repurchased 106,424 of its ordinary shares on 18 February 2026 through Goldman Sachs International under an existing shareholder authority. The shares were bought on the London Stock Exchange at prices between $144.10 and $147.60, with an average price of $146.05.
The company intends to cancel the repurchased shares, reducing its share count to 151,423,855 ordinary shares in issue, excluding treasury shares. This buyback and planned cancellation are likely to enhance earnings per share and signal continued capital returns to shareholders.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:IHG) stock is a Buy with a $167.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on InterContinental Hotels stock, see the GB:IHG Stock Forecast page.
InterContinental Hotels Group has executed a share buyback transaction, repurchasing 114,529 ordinary shares on 17 February 2026 through Goldman Sachs International on the London Stock Exchange. The shares were bought at prices ranging from $140.05 to $146.45, with an average price of $143.04 per share.
The company plans to cancel the repurchased shares, reducing its share count to 151,530,279 ordinary shares in issue, excluding 5,481,782 shares held in treasury. This move effectively returns capital to shareholders and marginally enhances earnings per share by shrinking the free-float equity base.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:IHG) stock is a Buy with a $160.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on InterContinental Hotels stock, see the GB:IHG Stock Forecast page.
InterContinental Hotels Group PLC, the parent of IHG Hotels & Resorts, is a major global hospitality operator with 20 hotel brands spanning luxury to extended-stay segments and one of the world’s largest hotel loyalty programmes. The group manages more than one million rooms across 6,963 hotels in over 100 countries and is expanding further through a pipeline of roughly 2,300 properties.
The company has launched a share buyback programme of up to USD 950 million, instructing Goldman Sachs International to repurchase ordinary shares on multiple European trading venues until no later than 29 December 2026. The repurchased shares will be cancelled to reduce IHG’s issued share capital, signalling an ongoing strategy to return surplus cash to investors and potentially enhancing earnings per share and capital efficiency for shareholders.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:IHG) stock is a Buy with a $165.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on InterContinental Hotels stock, see the GB:IHG Stock Forecast page.
InterContinental Hotels Group reported a strong 2025 performance, with revenue from reportable segments up 7%, operating profit from those segments up 13%, and adjusted EPS rising 16%, underpinned by a 3.6 percentage point improvement in fee margin. Global RevPAR increased 1.5% and total gross revenue grew 5%, while net cash from operating activities climbed to $898m and adjusted free cash flow to $893m, despite net debt increasing to $3.3bn mainly due to more than $1.1bn returned to shareholders.
System growth accelerated as IHG opened a record 443 hotels, or 65,100 rooms, and signed 694 hotels, lifting its global estate to about 1,026,000 rooms and expanding its pipeline to 340,000 rooms, equivalent to 33% of current system size. The group reinforced its brand portfolio and premium positioning with the launch of new premium brand Noted Collection and the integration of the acquired Ruby urban lifestyle brand, while announcing a new $950m share buyback and a 10% dividend increase, signaling confidence in long‑term demand and a continued focus on shareholder returns.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:IHG) stock is a Buy with a $165.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on InterContinental Hotels stock, see the GB:IHG Stock Forecast page.
InterContinental Hotels Group PLC has announced that Deanna Oppenheimer has resumed her role as Non-Executive Chair after a short medical leave of absence, with Senior Independent Director Graham Allan returning to his standard duties. The swift restoration of the group’s established board leadership structure signals operational continuity for the global hotel operator and stability for investors and other stakeholders.
The move comes as IHG continues to leverage its broad brand portfolio and sizable development pipeline to consolidate its position in the competitive global lodging market. Maintaining governance consistency at the board level may help support the company’s strategic execution across its large international footprint and extensive loyalty ecosystem.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:IHG) stock is a Buy with a $165.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on InterContinental Hotels stock, see the GB:IHG Stock Forecast page.
InterContinental Hotels Group PLC has reported that, as of 31 January 2026, its issued share capital comprises 157,126,590 ordinary shares, of which 5,481,782 are held in treasury, leaving 151,644,808 voting shares in circulation. This updated share and voting rights structure provides investors with the key denominator needed for regulatory disclosure of shareholdings and changes in ownership under UK transparency rules, supporting clearer oversight of the company’s shareholder base and compliance with market regulations.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:IHG) stock is a Hold with a $141.35 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on InterContinental Hotels stock, see the GB:IHG Stock Forecast page.
InterContinental Hotels Group PLC disclosed a share transaction involving Chief Human Resources Officer Tejas Katre, who is classified as a person discharging managerial responsibilities. Katre received a transfer of 532 ordinary shares at nil consideration on 8 January 2026, following the vesting of a Deferred Award Plan grant originally awarded on 28 February 2024, before his appointment as CHRO and PDMR designation, with adjustments made for tax and social security withholdings. The transaction, conducted outside a trading venue, reflects routine incentive-based equity compensation rather than an open-market trade, signaling standard alignment of executive interests with shareholders without indicating a change in the company’s strategic or financial outlook.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:IHG) stock is a Buy with a $128.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on InterContinental Hotels stock, see the GB:IHG Stock Forecast page.
InterContinental Hotels Group has reported that as of 31 December 2025 its issued share capital stands at 157,126,590 ordinary shares, of which 5,481,782 are held in treasury, resulting in 151,644,808 voting rights. The updated share and voting rights figures, reflecting recent share buybacks and cancellations under shareholder-authorised repurchase programmes, provide investors with the latest denominator for regulatory disclosure calculations and clarify the current capital structure for shareholders monitoring their notifiable interests under UK transparency rules.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:IHG) stock is a Buy with a £11700.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on InterContinental Hotels stock, see the GB:IHG Stock Forecast page.
InterContinental Hotels Group has completed a share buyback programme conducted through Merrill Lynch International, repurchasing 58 ordinary shares on 29 December 2025 on the London Stock Exchange at prices between £104.45 and £104.85 per share, with a volume-weighted average price of £104.5647. The company plans to cancel the repurchased stock, leaving 151,644,808 ordinary shares in issue excluding treasury shares, a marginal reduction in share count that continues its capital-return strategy and slightly enhances earnings per share for remaining investors.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:IHG) stock is a Buy with a £11700.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on InterContinental Hotels stock, see the GB:IHG Stock Forecast page.
InterContinental Hotels Group PLC has repurchased 80 of its ordinary shares on the London Stock Exchange on 24 December 2025, under the shareholder authority granted at its May 2025 AGM and in line with instructions issued in February 2025. The shares were bought at prices between £105.00 and £105.35, with a volume-weighted average price of £105.1938, and the group intends to cancel them, reducing the number of ordinary shares in issue to 151,644,866 (excluding treasury shares), a marginal move that supports its ongoing capital-return programme and slightly enhances earnings per share for existing investors.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:IHG) stock is a Buy with a £11700.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on InterContinental Hotels stock, see the GB:IHG Stock Forecast page.
InterContinental Hotels Group PLC has continued its share buyback programme, repurchasing 55,971 ordinary shares on 23 December 2025 through Merrill Lynch International on the London Stock Exchange and other trading venues at prices between £104.90 and £105.80 per share. The company intends to cancel these shares, reducing its share count to 151,644,946 in issue (excluding treasury shares), a capital management move that marginally enhances earnings per share and signals ongoing confidence in its financial position and long-term strategy to investors.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:IHG) stock is a Buy with a £11700.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on InterContinental Hotels stock, see the GB:IHG Stock Forecast page.
InterContinental Hotels Group PLC has repurchased 78,811 of its ordinary shares on 22 December 2025 across several trading venues, including the London Stock Exchange, Cboe and Turquoise, at prices ranging roughly between £104.95 and £106.75 per share, under the shareholder authority granted at its May 2025 AGM. The company plans to cancel the repurchased stock, reducing the number of ordinary shares in issue to 151,700,917 (excluding treasury shares), a move that typically enhances earnings per share and signals continued capital return to investors through its ongoing buyback programme.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:IHG) stock is a Buy with a £11700.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on InterContinental Hotels stock, see the GB:IHG Stock Forecast page.
InterContinental Hotels Group PLC has repurchased 54,406 of its ordinary shares on the London Stock Exchange on 19 December 2025 under its shareholder-approved buyback authority, at prices ranging between £104.60 and £106.30 per share and a volume-weighted average price of £105.6595. The company plans to cancel these shares, reducing its share count to 151,779,728 ordinary shares in issue excluding treasury stock, a move that marginally enhances earnings per share and signals continued commitment to capital returns, which may support shareholder value and underline management’s confidence in the group’s financial position.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:IHG) stock is a Buy with a £11700.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on InterContinental Hotels stock, see the GB:IHG Stock Forecast page.
InterContinental Hotels Group PLC has repurchased 29,652 of its ordinary shares on the London Stock Exchange on 18 December 2025 under its shareholder-approved buyback authority, paying a volume‑weighted average price of £104.93 per share, with prices ranging between £104.40 and £105.45. The company intends to cancel the repurchased shares, reducing the number of ordinary shares in issue to 151,834,134 (excluding treasury shares), a move that marginally enhances earnings per share and signals continued capital returns to shareholders through disciplined balance-sheet management.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:IHG) stock is a Buy with a £11700.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on InterContinental Hotels stock, see the GB:IHG Stock Forecast page.
InterContinental Hotels Group PLC announced that it purchased 14,860 of its own ordinary shares on the London Stock Exchange on 17 December 2025. The repurchased shares, conducted through Merrill Lynch International, are intended to be cancelled, aligning with the company’s goal of optimizing its capital structure and potentially enhancing shareholder value.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:IHG) stock is a Buy with a £11700.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on InterContinental Hotels stock, see the GB:IHG Stock Forecast page.
InterContinental Hotels Group has announced it will transition the trading currency of its Ordinary Shares on the London Stock Exchange from British Pounds to US Dollars effective January 2, 2026. While the nominal currency remains in GBP and UK-based shareholders will continue to receive dividends in GBP by default, an option for USD dividend payments will be available. This move aims to streamline operations and offer additional currency flexibility for stakeholders, aligning with IHG’s global focus and broad investor base.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:IHG) stock is a Buy with a £11700.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on InterContinental Hotels stock, see the GB:IHG Stock Forecast page.
InterContinental Hotels Group PLC announced the repurchase of 14,680 of its ordinary shares on the London Stock Exchange, as part of a previously authorized buyback program. This transaction reflects the company’s strategy to manage its capital structure and enhance shareholder value by reducing the number of shares in circulation.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:IHG) stock is a Buy with a £11700.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on InterContinental Hotels stock, see the GB:IHG Stock Forecast page.
InterContinental Hotels Group PLC announced the repurchase of 16,928 of its ordinary shares on the London Stock Exchange, as part of a shareholder-approved buyback program. This transaction, executed through Merrill Lynch International, reflects the company’s strategy to optimize its capital structure by reducing the number of shares in circulation, potentially enhancing shareholder value.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:IHG) stock is a Sell with a £9500.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on InterContinental Hotels stock, see the GB:IHG Stock Forecast page.
InterContinental Hotels Group PLC has announced the appointment of Nicholas Cadbury as a Non-Executive Director, effective March 1, 2026. This strategic move underscores IHG’s dedication to enhancing its board with diverse expertise, particularly in finance, technology, sustainability, and commercial property. Cadbury’s extensive experience in the global hospitality and travel sectors, along with his roles in major companies like International Consolidated Airlines Group and Whitbread, is expected to significantly benefit IHG’s operations and strengthen its industry positioning.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:IHG) stock is a Sell with a £9500.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on InterContinental Hotels stock, see the GB:IHG Stock Forecast page.