Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc Surges to 117th in Trading Volume with $599 Million Turnover

On April 28, 2025, Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc. (HLT) saw a significant increase in trading volume, with a turnover of $599 million, marking a 71.97% rise from the previous day. This surge placed Hilton at the 117th position in terms of trading volume for the day. The stock price of Hilton rose by 0.90%, marking the fifth consecutive day of gains, with a total increase of 8.31% over the past five days.

Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc. is set to release its first-quarter 2025 earnings report on April 29, before the market opens. The company has a strong track record of exceeding earnings estimates, with an average surprise of 5.1% over the past four quarters. Analysts expect the company to report earnings per share (EPS) of $1.61, reflecting a 5.2% year-over-year growth from the $1.53 reported in the same period last year. Revenue is projected to reach $2.71 billion, indicating a 5.2% increase from the prior-year quarter.

Hilton's performance in the first quarter of 2025 is anticipated to benefit from strong leisure and business travel trends, an expanding property footprint, and strategic brand partnerships. The company's revenue per available room (RevPAR) is expected to increase by 2.9% year over year to $107.14, driven by sustained corporate transient demand and steady leisure bookings. Management and franchise fees are also projected to contribute significantly to the company's top-line performance, with revenues from these sources expected to grow by 2.2% year over year to $763.1 million. Franchise and licensing fees are estimated to rise by 9.3% year over year to $624.3 million.

Hilton Honors membership growth, lengthened booking windows, and strong demand for conventions and company meetings are likely to support the company's performance in the upcoming quarter. The company expects adjusted EBITDA to be between $770 million and $790 million. However, macroeconomic challenges such as inflationary pressures, foreign currency volatility, and labor cost issues may impact the company's bottom line. Hilton anticipates diluted EPS, adjusted for special items, to be between $1.57 and $1.63.