Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc. (HLT) Valuation
Historical valuation analysis based on 1279 data points (2021-09-14 to 2026-10-16)
Hilton Worldwide Holdings operates 1.38 million rooms across its 27 brands, serving the premium economy through luxury segments. Hampton and Hilton are the two largest brands, representing 27% and...
Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc. (HLT) currently trades at a P/E ratio of 49.04 (historical range: 29.15–1137.69, median: 42.08), placing it at the 74th percentile — above its historical average, P/S ratio of 6.22 (range: 3.87–9.48, 78th percentile — above its historical average), EV/EBITDA of 30.57 (range: 19.90–752.33, 65th percentile).
Over the historical period (2021-09-14 to 2026-10-16), Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc.'s P/E ratio has contracted by 81% over the observed period (from an average of 239.6 to 45.0).
Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc. trades above its historical valuation range, with most metrics above their median levels.
Historical Valuation Metrics
| Metric | Current | Median | %ile | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio | 49.04 | 42.08 | 74th | above its historical average |
| P/S Ratio | 6.22 | 5.36 | 78th | above its historical average |
| EV/EBITDA | 30.57 | 28.95 | 65th | above its historical average |
| FCF Yield | 2.61% | 3.36% | 9th | expensive relative to its history |
Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc. (HLT) Valuation & P/E History
Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc. (HLT) is a US-listed stock operating in the Consumer Cyclical sector, specifically the Travel Services industry currently trading at $345.12 with a market capitalization of $77.7 billion. This page provides historical valuation analysis for HLT based on 1279 data points covering 2021-09-14 to 2026-10-16. The P/E ratio of 49.04 is above the historical median of 42.08, placing HLT at the 74th percentile of its valuation range. The P/S ratio of 6.22 compares to a median of 5.36.
HLT Valuation Metrics & Historical Range
The valuation table above shows Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc.'s current and historical valuation multiples, including P/E ratio, P/S ratio, EV/EBITDA, FCF yield, and dividend yield. Each metric is compared to its own historical range to determine whether HLT is currently trading above or below its typical valuation levels.
- P/E ratio: Price-to-earnings measures how much investors pay per dollar of earnings. A P/E above the historical median suggests HLT is expensively valued; below the median suggests it is cheap.
- P/S ratio: Price-to-sales is useful for companies with volatile or negative earnings. Lower P/S relative to history may indicate value.
- EV/EBITDA: Enterprise value to EBITDA adjusts for debt and cash, providing a capital-structure-neutral valuation measure for Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc..
- FCF yield: Free cash flow yield shows the cash return relative to market price. Higher yields may indicate undervaluation.
Is HLT Overvalued or Undervalued?
Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc. trades above its historical valuation range, with most metrics above their median levels. The overall valuation percentile of 72 combines P/E, P/S, and EV/EBITDA percentiles into a single measure of how expensive HLT is relative to its own history. A percentile below 25 suggests the stock may be undervalued, while a percentile above 75 suggests it may be overvalued.
However, valuation is only one factor in investment decisions. A stock can remain "overvalued" for years if growth accelerates, or "undervalued" if the business deteriorates. Always combine valuation analysis with financial statement analysis and the full HLT analysis page for a complete picture.
Valuation data is computed from historical price and fundamental data via Polygon.io and Finnhub.HLT trades on NYSE/NASDAQ. This page is for informational purposes only and is not financial advice.