Ticker: HST

Host Hotels & Resorts

Real estate Real Estate REIT - Hotel & Motel
Price 24.50
Reco Buy Potential 73 Risk 35 Updated 2026-07-26

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Description

Company and Business Model

Host Hotels & Resorts is a real estate investment trust (REIT) that primarily invests in and manages upscale and luxury hotels. Its core services include property management and leasing, focusing on high-quality assets in key markets. Major revenue sources stem from room rentals, food and beverage services, and ancillary services provided at its properties. The company operates a diverse portfolio of hotels, catering to both business and leisure travelers.

Investment Profile

The investment profile of Host Hotels & Resorts is more aligned with dividend investors due to its substantial dividend yield. The company demonstrates stable revenue growth and a solid earnings performance, appealing to those seeking income generation. While it offers potential for capital appreciation, the focus remains on providing consistent returns through dividends, making it suitable for investors prioritizing income over aggressive growth.

Fundamental metrics (experimental) Updated: 2026-07-26
EPS (TTM) — earnings per share for the last 12 months, $
1.45
Revenue QoQ — quarter-over-quarter revenue growth
2.6%
EPS surprise
87.4%
20d volatility
1.2%
Dividend yield
7.6%
last ex-date
2026-06-30
AI recommendation changes
Date Before After Reason
2026-07-11 Hold Buy Strong yield, but mixed momentum and market signals.
2026-07-01 Buy Hold High yield but negative short-term momentum concerns.
2026-06-09 Hold Buy Strong yield and positive momentum support growth potential.
Analyst forecasts
Date Analyst Action Target Price Then
2026-07-23 Wells Fargo Update — → 26 24.5
2026-06-17 Argus Research Target Raised — → 27 24.9
2026-06-12 BMO Capital Target Raised 24 → 27 24.78
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Simon Property Group, Inc. Host Hotels & Resorts

Analysts Ladenburg Thalmann highlight real estate investment trusts as 'turmoil insurance' amid market volatility

Real estate investment trusts (REITs) are gaining attention as stable dividend stocks amid market volatility, with the S&P 500 real estate sector outperforming the broader market this year. Analysts suggest that high-quality REITs may provide valuable income and inflation protection as investor sentiment shifts.