PEG Ratio
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Sector Performance
68th percentileHLT
1.73x
Sector Median
0.94x
Sector Avg
3.01x
Deep Analysis
The PEG ratio (price/earnings-to-growth) measures a stock’s price relative to its earnings growth rate; a value of 1.73x suggests the market is paying $1.73 for each unit of expected earnings growth.
Compared to the sector median of 0.92x, HLT’s PEG sits in the 68th percentile among peers, indicating it is more expensive on a growth-adjusted basis than most companies in its sector. Since the year-over-year and quarter-over-quarter changes are both listed as N/A, there is no observable trend for this metric. The absence of a trend combined with a level above the median implies a higher valuation premium without evidence of recent improvement, which can signal elevated risk if growth expectations are not met. This metric contradicts the overall CAUTIOUS verdict, as a high PEG ratio typically warns of overvaluation, reinforcing a cautious stance toward the stock.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the PEG Ratio tell investors about HLT?
The PEG ratio adjusts P/E for expected growth. A PEG below 1.0 may signal undervaluation; above 2.0 may suggest the growth story is priced in.
How is the PEG Ratio calculated?
PEG Ratio is calculated as: P/E Ratio / EPS Growth Rate.
Who are HLT's closest peers by PEG Ratio?
The closest peers by PEG Ratio include: NUE (0.06x), VLO (0.06x), LNC (0.05x), NKE (0.05x), NCLH (0.05x).
The Formula
P/E Ratio / EPS Growth Rate
Why It Matters
The PEG ratio adjusts P/E for expected growth. A PEG below 1.0 may signal undervaluation; above 2.0 may suggest the growth story is priced in.
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1.73x
Sector Median
0.94x
Sector Avg
3.01x
How HLT's PEG Ratio compares to sector peers.
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