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Hilton vs Warner Bros. Discovery

This page compares Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc. and WARNER BROS DISCOVERY INC., outlining business models, financial performance, and market context in clear, neutral terms. It provides a structured overview to aid understanding for stakeholders. Educational content, not financial advice.

This page compares Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc. and WARNER BROS DISCOVERY INC., outlining business models, financial performance, and market context in clear, neutral terms. It provides a structured...

Comparison Snapshot

Key Financial Metrics

HLT

Metric

WBD

$69.06B

Market Cap

$69.99B

-2.69%

Potential Profit

-6.01%

Buy

Analyst Rating

Buy

Why It's Moving

Hilton Worldwide Hits New 52-Week High Amid Strong Analyst Upgrades and Positive Sector Momentum

Goldman Sachs upgraded HLT to Buy with a $317 target, signaling expectations for continued growth in travel demand.
Q3 results showed EPS of $2.11 beating estimates by $0.06, with revenue up 8.8% YoY to $1.30B, underscoring resilient booking trends.
FY2025 EPS guidance of $7.97–$8.06 reinforces Hilton's strong positioning as leisure and business travel rebounds.

Sentiment:

🐃Bullish

Warner Bros. Discovery locks in $72B all-cash Netflix deal amid fierce Paramount bidding war.

Amended deal shifts to all-cash structure, accelerating shareholder vote and sidestepping stock volatility risks while maintaining $27.75 per share valuation plus Discovery Global spin-off value.
WBD board unanimously backs Netflix pact over Paramount's overtures, dismissing the rival's proxy fight and court setbacks as desperate tactics.
Regulatory filings underway with DOJ and EU, paving way for closure in 12-18 months after Discovery separation, underscoring commitment to swift execution.

Sentiment:

🐃Bullish

Hilton Worldwide Hits New 52-Week High Amid Strong Analyst Upgrades and Positive Sector Momentum

Goldman Sachs upgraded HLT to Buy with a $317 target, signaling expectations for continued growth in travel demand.
Q3 results showed EPS of $2.11 beating estimates by $0.06, with revenue up 8.8% YoY to $1.30B, underscoring resilient booking trends.
FY2025 EPS guidance of $7.97–$8.06 reinforces Hilton's strong positioning as leisure and business travel rebounds.

Sentiment:

🐃Bullish

Warner Bros. Discovery locks in $72B all-cash Netflix deal amid fierce Paramount bidding war.

Amended deal shifts to all-cash structure, accelerating shareholder vote and sidestepping stock volatility risks while maintaining $27.75 per share valuation plus Discovery Global spin-off value.
WBD board unanimously backs Netflix pact over Paramount's overtures, dismissing the rival's proxy fight and court setbacks as desperate tactics.
Regulatory filings underway with DOJ and EU, paving way for closure in 12-18 months after Discovery separation, underscoring commitment to swift execution.

Sentiment:

🐃Bullish

Investment Analysis

Hilton

HLT

Pros

Hilton delivered Q3 2025 earnings that beat analyst EPS estimates, driven by strong development growth and effective cost management.
The company operates a large portfolio of over 1 million rooms across 18 brands, enhancing its market reach from midscale through luxury segments.
Hilton’s fee-based business model shows resilience, with franchise fee revenues up 5.3% year-over-year despite slight RevPAR softness.

Considerations

System-wide comparable RevPAR declined by 1.1% in Q3 2025, reflecting a modest decrease in hotel occupancy and average daily rates.
Current technical forecasts indicate a bearish sentiment for Hilton’s stock, with price predictions suggesting a near-term decrease.
The company’s PE ratio is relatively high around 38, indicating the stock may be expensive compared to earnings, which could pressure valuation.

Warner Bros. Discovery

WBD

Pros

Warner Bros. Discovery operates a diverse media portfolio including major studios, networks, and streaming services like HBO Max and discovery+.
The company holds strong entertainment franchises such as DC, Harry Potter, and Game of Thrones, providing valuable content leverage.
WBD’s multi-segment operations spanning content production, distribution, and direct-to-consumer streaming address multiple market channels.

Considerations

The stock’s high P/E ratio above 75 suggests significant valuation risk and expectations priced in for growth that could be challenging to meet.
Warner Bros. Discovery faces intense competition in streaming and media from established and emerging players, creating execution risks.
Profitability has been pressured historically by content investment and integration costs, which may affect near-term margin expansion.

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