Hilton Worldwide raises 2026 adjusted EPS and RevPAR targets amid strong US trends
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Updated · The Wall Street Journal · Apr 28
Hilton Worldwide raises 2026 adjusted EPS and RevPAR targets amid strong US trends
13 articles · Updated · The Wall Street Journal · Apr 28
Hilton now expects 2026 adjusted EPS of $8.79-$8.91 and RevPAR growth of 2%-3%, citing robust first-quarter net income of $385 million and revenue of $2.94 billion.
The company’s adjusted Q1 earnings per share reached $2.01, surpassing analyst expectations, while overall revenue rose 9%. Hilton also plans to expand available hotel units by 6%-7% in 2026 and beyond.
Growth was strong across all Hilton brands, defying concerns about rising gasoline prices. The company’s outlook reflects confidence in favorable US macroeconomic conditions and sustained demand in the travel sector.
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