Host Hotels & Resorts Inc (HST)vsService Properties Trust (SVC)
HST
Host Hotels & Resorts Inc
$22.24
+0.45%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $15.33B
SVC
Service Properties Trust
$6.80
-1.02%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $985.57M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Host Hotels & Resorts Inc generates 275% more annual revenue ($6.23B vs $1.66B). HST leads profitability with a 16.5% profit margin vs -25.4%. SVC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.27. HST earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
HST
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
SVC
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-3.9%
Fair Value
$19.22
Current Price
$22.24
$3.02 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SVC.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
3.6% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -52.4% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 16.4%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HST
The strongest argument for HST centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.5% and operating margin at 18.2%.
Bull Case : SVC
The strongest argument for SVC centers on Price/Book.
Bear Case : HST
The primary concerns for HST are Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : SVC
The primary concerns for SVC are PEG Ratio, Market Cap, Return on Equity. Debt-to-equity of 5.68 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HST profiles as a value stock while SVC is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
SVC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.64 — expect wider price swings.
HST is growing revenue faster at 3.6% — sustainability is the question.
HST generates stronger free cash flow (382M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HST scores higher overall (58/100 vs 42/100), backed by strong 16.5% margins. 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.
Host Hotels & Resorts Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - HOTEL & MOTEL · USA
Host Hotels & Resorts, Inc. is a real estate investment trust that invests in hotels.
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REAL ESTATE · REIT - HOTEL & MOTEL · USA
Service Properties Trust is a real estate investment trust, or REIT, that owns a diverse portfolio of hotel and net-leasing services and need-based retail properties in the United States and in Puerto Rico and Canada with 149 different brands across 23 industries. The company is headquartered in Newton, Massachusetts.
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