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Huazhu Group Ltd (HTHT)



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Upturn Advisory Summary
04/04/2025: HTHT (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 6.83% | Avg. Invested days 32 | Today’s Advisory WEAK BUY |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Large-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 11.58B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 25.33 | 1Y Target Price 45.06 |
Price to earnings Ratio 25.33 | 1Y Target Price 45.06 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 2003747 | Beta 0.59 | 52 Weeks Range 26.44 - 42.98 | Updated Date 04/6/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 26.44 - 42.98 | Updated Date 04/6/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 4.78% | Basic EPS (TTM) 1.32 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date 2025-03-18 | When Before Market | Estimate 2.029 | Actual 1.03 |
Profitability
Profit Margin 12.76% | Operating Margin (TTM) 14.98% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 5.16% | Return on Equity (TTM) 25.3% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 25.33 | Forward PE 16.5 | Enterprise Value 14928129321 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.48 |
Enterprise Value 14928129321 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.48 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 4.55 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 16.83 | Shares Outstanding 313334016 | Shares Floating 1894459974 |
Shares Outstanding 313334016 | Shares Floating 1894459974 | ||
Percent Insiders 1.71 | Percent Institutions 53.07 |
Analyst Ratings
Rating 4.72 | Target Price 44.27 | Buy 3 | Strong Buy 14 |
Buy 3 | Strong Buy 14 | ||
Hold 1 | Sell - | Strong Sell - | |
Strong Sell - |
Upturn AI SWOT
Huazhu Group Ltd

Company Overview
History and Background
Huazhu Group Ltd was founded in 2005. It has grown to become a major hotel operator in China, focusing on economy and midscale segments. It expanded through organic growth and acquisitions.
Core Business Areas
- Hotel Operations: Manages and operates a wide range of hotels under various brands, providing accommodation services to travelers.
- Franchising: Franchises its hotel brands to third-party operators, expanding its network and brand presence.
- Hotel Management: Provides management services to hotels, overseeing daily operations and ensuring brand standards.
Leadership and Structure
Key executives include the CEO and CFO. The company has a board of directors overseeing strategic direction. Organizational structure involves regional and brand-specific management teams.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Hanting Hotel: Economy hotel chain. Competitors: Jinjiang Inn, Motel 168. Specific market share data unavailable, but significant presence in Chinese economy hotel market. Revenue is generated through room sales and ancillary services.
- Joymax Hotel: Midscale hotel chain. Competitors: Home Inn Neo, Orange Hotel. Specific market share data unavailable, but growing presence in Chinese midscale hotel market. Revenue is generated through room sales and ancillary services.
- Crystal Orange Hotel: Upscale design hotel chain catering to a growing segment of travellers. Key competitors are Novotel and Shangri-La hotels
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The hotel industry in China is highly competitive, with a mix of domestic and international players. The market is growing, driven by increasing domestic travel and tourism.
Positioning
Huazhu Group Ltd is positioned as a leading hotel operator in China, with a strong focus on economy and midscale segments. Competitive advantages include a large network, brand recognition, and established operational expertise.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
TAM is estimated at hundreds of billions of USD. Huazhu is positioned to capture a large segment of TAM given their established market presence.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Extensive hotel network
- Strong brand recognition in China
- Established operational expertise
- Loyalty program with a large membership base
- Focus on technology to improve guest experience
Weaknesses
- Exposure to the Chinese economy
- Reliance on third-party franchisees
- Geographic concentration in China
- High competition in the hotel industry
Opportunities
- Expansion into new markets outside of China
- Development of new hotel brands and concepts
- Leveraging technology to enhance guest experience
- Growth in domestic tourism in China
- Acquisition of smaller hotel chains
Threats
- Economic slowdown in China
- Increased competition from domestic and international players
- Changes in travel patterns and consumer preferences
- Regulatory changes affecting the hotel industry
- Geopolitical risks
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- MAR
- HLT
- IHG
Competitive Landscape
Huazhu Group Ltd competes with both domestic and international hotel chains. It focuses on economy and midscale segments. Advantages include local market knowledge and a large network. Disadvantages might include less global brand recognition.
Major Acquisitions
Deutsche Hospitality
- Year: 2019
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 780
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded Huazhu's presence in Europe and added luxury brands to its portfolio.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Huazhu Group Ltd has experienced significant growth in revenue and hotel network size over the past decade.
Future Projections: Future projections depend on market conditions and company strategy. Analyst estimates vary.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include expansion into new markets and investment in technology.
Summary
Huazhu Group Ltd is a leading hotel operator in China, specializing in economy and midscale segments. Its strengths include a large network and strong brand recognition. However, it faces risks from economic slowdowns and increased competition. Strategic initiatives like expansion into Europe help diversify its market base.
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Disclaimers:
The data provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Market conditions and company performance are subject to change.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
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About Huazhu Group Ltd
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters - | ||
IPO Launch date 2010-03-26 | CEO - | ||
Sector Consumer Cyclical | Industry Lodging | Full time employees - | Website https://ir.hworld.com |
Full time employees - | Website https://ir.hworld.com |
H World Group Limited develops leased and owned, manachised, and franchised hotels in the People's Republic of China. The company operates hotels under its own brands, such as HanTing Hotel, Ni Hao Hotel, Hi Inn, Elan Hotel, Zleep Hotels, Ibis Hotel, JI Hotel, Orange Hotel, Starway Hotel, Ibis Styles Hotel, CitiGO Hotel, Crystal Orange Hotel, IntercityHotel, Manxin Hotel, Mercure Hotel, Madison Hotel, Novotel Hotel, Joya Hotel, Blossom House, Steigenberger Hotels & Resorts, MAXX by Steigenberger, Jaz in the City, Grand Mercure, Steigenberger Icon, and Song Hotels. The company was formerly known as Huazhu Group Limited and changed its name to H World Group Limited in June 2022. H World Group Limited was founded in 2005 and is headquartered in Shanghai, the People's Republic of China.
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