Hyatt Hotels Corporation (H)vsWyndham Hotels & Resorts Inc (WH)
H
Hyatt Hotels Corporation
$177.71
-0.65%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $16.40B
WH
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts Inc
$73.81
-1.86%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $5.56B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Hyatt Hotels Corporation generates 139% more annual revenue ($3.39B vs $1.42B). WH leads profitability with a 14.6% profit margin vs 2.3%. WH appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.61. WH earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
H
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
WH
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-47.5%
Fair Value
$114.32
Current Price
$177.71
$63.39 premium
Margin of Safety
-57.2%
Fair Value
$50.58
Current Price
$73.81
$23.23 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 47.9%
Earnings expanding 110.5% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Every $100 of equity generates 43 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 47.7%
Growing faster than its price suggests
Earnings expanding 20.4% YoY
Areas to Watch
2.3% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of -1.1% — below average capital efficiency
Moderate valuation
Trading at 11.5x book value
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 5.5%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : H
The strongest argument for H centers on Operating Margin, EPS Growth, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.79 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : WH
The strongest argument for WH centers on Return on Equity, Operating Margin, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.61 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : H
The primary concerns for H are Profit Margin, Debt/Equity, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 212.3x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 2.3% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : WH
The primary concerns for WH are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 5.57 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
H profiles as a value stock while WH is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
H carries more volatility with a beta of 1.32 — expect wider price swings.
WH is growing revenue faster at -5.5% — sustainability is the question.
WH generates stronger free cash flow (77M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WH scores higher overall (67/100 vs 56/100). Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Hyatt Hotels Corporation
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · LODGING · USA
Hyatt Hotels Corporation is a hotel company in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.
Visit Website →Wyndham Hotels & Resorts Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · LODGING · USA
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, Inc. is a global hotel franchisor. The company is headquartered in Parsippany, New Jersey.
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