GreenTree Hospitality Group Ltd (GHG)vsHilton Worldwide Holdings Inc (HLT)
GHG
GreenTree Hospitality Group Ltd
$1.13
-4.00%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $114.01M
HLT
Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc
$330.46
+1.46%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $75.78B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc generates 362% more annual revenue ($5.07B vs $1.10B). HLT leads profitability with a 30.4% profit margin vs 15.2%. GHG trades at a lower P/E of 4.7x. HLT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
GHG
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
HLT
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+85.1%
Fair Value
$9.66
Current Price
$1.13
$8.53 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for HLT.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 30 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 57.4%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Earnings expanding 35.0% YoY
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -1.1% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 29.5%
Earnings declined 6.6%
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GHG
The strongest argument for GHG centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.2% and operating margin at -4.5%.
Bull Case : HLT
The strongest argument for HLT centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Debt/Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 30.4% and operating margin at 57.4%. Revenue growth of 11.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : GHG
The primary concerns for GHG are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : HLT
The primary concerns for HLT are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 50.7x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GHG profiles as a declining stock while HLT is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
HLT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.05 — expect wider price swings.
HLT is growing revenue faster at 11.0% — sustainability is the question.
HLT generates stronger free cash flow (609M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HLT scores higher overall (62/100 vs 43/100), backed by strong 30.4% margins and 11.0% revenue growth. GHG offers better value entry with a 85.1% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
GreenTree Hospitality Group Ltd
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · LODGING · China
GreenTree Hospitality Group Ltd., develops and sells leased and operated, franchised and managed hotels under the GreenTree brand in the People's Republic of China. The company is headquartered in Shanghai, the People's Republic of China.
Visit Website →Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · LODGING · USA
Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc., formerly Hilton Hotels Corporation, is an American multinational hospitality company that manages and franchises a broad portfolio of hotels and resorts.
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