Hilton Stock Surges 8.63% Becomes 118th Most Traded Stock of the Day

On April 9, 2025, Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc. (HLT) saw a significant surge in its stock price, rising by 8.63%. The company's trading volume reached 13.94 billion, marking an impressive 69.78% increase from the previous day. This surge positioned Hilton as the 118th most traded stock of the day.

Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc. is set to release its fiscal first-quarter earnings for 2025 on April 29, 2025, before the market opens. Analysts anticipate the company to report a profit of $1.61 per share on a diluted basis, reflecting a 5.2% increase from the same period last year. Hilton has a strong track record of exceeding earnings per share (EPS) estimates in its last four quarterly reports.

For the full year, analysts project Hilton to report an EPS of $7.91, an 11.1% increase from $7.12 in fiscal 2024. This growth is expected to continue, with EPS projected to rise by 16.3% year over year to $9.20 in fiscal 2026.

On February 6, Hilton's shares closed over 4% higher after the company reported its Q4 results. The revenue for the quarter was $2.8 billion, aligning with Wall Street forecasts. The adjusted EPS of $1.76 surpassed analyst estimates of $1.68.

Analysts' consensus opinion on Hilton stock is generally bullish, with a "Moderate Buy" rating overall. Out of 22 analysts covering the stock, seven advise a "Strong Buy" rating, two suggest a "Moderate Buy," and 13 give a "Hold." Hilton's average analyst price target is $266.96, indicating a potential upside of 30.8% from current levels.

Jefferies analyst David Katz recently lowered the firm's price target on Hilton to $228 from $277, maintaining a Hold rating on the shares. This adjustment reflects a more cautious outlook on the company's near-term prospects.

Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc. reported earnings per share of $1.76 for the quarter, exceeding analysts' consensus estimates of $1.67 by $0.09. The company's net margin stands at 13%, highlighting its strong financial performance.