Hostelworld Group PLC (DE:HSW)
FRANKFURT:HSW
HSW Stock Chart & Stats
€1.38
-€0.05(-3.11%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
€1.38
-€0.05(-3.11%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range€1.09 - €1.71
Previous CloseN/A
Volume0.00
Average Volume (3M)16.00
Market Cap
€159.19M
Enterprise Value€159.71M
Total Cash (Recent Filing)€12.21M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)€14.72M
Price to Earnings (P/E)22.8
Beta0.57
Next Earnings
Jul 29, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.06
Shares Outstanding123,854,760
10 Day Avg. Volume0
30 Day Avg. Volume16
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-1.07
Price to Book (P/B)2.44
Price to Sales (P/S)1.94
P/FCF Ratio9.87
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
€2.17Price Target Upside57.47% Upside
Rating ConsensusStrong Buy
Number of Analyst Covering3
EPS Forecast (FY)<0.01
Revenue Forecast (FY)€1.22M
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Improved Profitability & MarginsHostelworld has materially expanded gross and EBITDA margins through 2025, indicating stronger pricing power and operating leverage. Sustained higher margins support durable earnings, allow reinvestment in product and distribution, and improve resilience to revenue swings over the medium term.
Strong Cash GenerationConsistent positive operating cash flow and a large free-cash-flow rebound in 2025 signal robust cash conversion. Reliable cash generation builds financial flexibility to fund technology, marketing or partner initiatives, support dividends or buybacks, and buffer cyclical travel downturns.
Niche Two-sided MarketplaceA focused OTA serving hostels and budget lodging creates a specialized two-sided marketplace with network effects between travelers and properties. This niche positioning and direct/mobile traffic can lower acquisition costs, deepen supply relationships and sustain repeat demand among budget travelers.
Bears Say
Recent Revenue ContractionTop-line declined materially into 2025, undermining scale advantages and commission revenue. Continued revenue contraction would erode marketplace liquidity, pressure margins over time, and limit the firm’s ability to invest in product and partner growth, reducing structural growth prospects.
Volatility In Cash Flow HistoryAlthough cash flow is strong recently, historical swings—including negative cash flow in 2020–2022 and a 2024 decline—show earnings and cash generation are cyclical. This variability hampers predictable long-term planning and increases sensitivity to travel market shocks.
Inconsistent Capital StructureLeverage has shifted materially year-to-year, reflecting a reactive financing profile. Inconsistent capital structure and past negative ROE in 2020–2022 reduce predictability of financial flexibility, potentially raising refinancing risk or constraining actions during future downturns.
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HSW FAQ
What was Hostelworld Group PLC’s price range in the past 12 months?
Hostelworld Group PLC lowest stock price was €1.09 and its highest was €1.71 in the past 12 months.
What is Hostelworld Group PLC’s market cap?
Hostelworld Group PLC’s market cap is €159.19M.
When is Hostelworld Group PLC’s upcoming earnings report date?
Hostelworld Group PLC’s upcoming earnings report date is Jul 29, 2026 which is in 53 days.
How were Hostelworld Group PLC’s earnings last quarter?
Hostelworld Group PLC released its earnings results on Mar 26, 2026. The company reported €0.047 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by €0.047.
Is Hostelworld Group PLC overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Hostelworld Group PLC’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Hostelworld Group PLC pay dividends?
Hostelworld Group PLC does not currently pay dividends.
What is Hostelworld Group PLC’s EPS estimate?
Hostelworld Group PLC’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does Hostelworld Group PLC have?
Hostelworld Group PLC has 123,854,760 shares outstanding.
What happened to Hostelworld Group PLC’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Hostelworld Group PLC reported an EPS of €0.047 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -5.157%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Hostelworld Group PLC?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in DE:HSW
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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Hostelworld Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Strong Buy
Average Price Target:
€2.17 (57.47% Upside)
€2.17 (57.47% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
DE:HSW Sentiment 100%
Sector Average ―
Sector Average ―
Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-5.72%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
9.72%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
20.08%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Hostelworld Group PLC
Hostelworld Group plc operates an online booking platform worldwide. The company offers software and data processing services that facilitate hostel, B&B, hotel, and other accommodation bookings. The company also provides business information consulting and marketing planning services; and marketing, and research and development services. In addition, it is engaged in technology trading business. It operates approximately 1,100 hostels. Hostelworld Group plc was founded in 1999 and is based in Dublin, Ireland.
HSW Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
€2.17
▲(57.47% Upside)
Technical Analysis
Options Prices
Currently, No data available
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