Huazhu Group Ltd (DE:CL4)
FRANKFURT:CL4
CL4 Stock Chart & Stats
€4.58
-€0.06(-2.08%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
€4.58
-€0.06(-2.08%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range€2.58 - €4.84
Previous CloseN/A
Volume0.00
Average Volume (3M)203.00
Market Cap
€11.79B
Enterprise Value€116.36B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)€15.76B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)€35.64B
Price to Earnings (P/E)18.5
Beta1.00
Next Earnings
Aug 25, 2026EPS Estimate
0.06Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)5.98
Shares Outstanding3,098,323,700
10 Day Avg. Volume9
30 Day Avg. Volume203
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-0.25
Price to Book (P/B)7.95
Price to Sales (P/S)4.13
P/FCF Ratio13.86
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
€5.33Price Target Upside16.29% Upside
Rating ConsensusStrong Buy
Number of Analyst Covering11
EPS Forecast (FY)0.22
Revenue Forecast (FY)€3.40B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Diversified Business ModelHuazhu's multi-brand, mixed-ownership model (leased/owned plus franchising/management and centralized services) creates diversified revenue streams. Recurring fee income scales with network growth, lowering capital intensity and supporting long-term margin stability and resilience.
Profitability TurnaroundTTM revenue growth accompanied by materially improved margins (~39% gross, ~20% net) signals a durable operational recovery. Sustained higher operating profitability and stronger returns on equity enhance internal funding for reinvestment and support scalable franchise economics.
Strong Cash ConversionTrailing twelve-month free cash flow closely tracks earnings (~90% of net income), indicating high cash quality. Reliable cash conversion supports dividend capacity, network expansion and debt servicing, improving long-term financial flexibility versus accrual-only earnings.
Bears Say
Elevated LeverageLeverage around 2.8x equity leaves the balance sheet exposed: equity is modest relative to the asset base. Remaining debt constrains capital allocation, reduces shock absorption and raises refinancing and liquidity risks if lodging demand weakens or rates rise.
Margin SensitivityHistorical margin volatility, especially in 2022, shows earnings are sensitive to occupancy, pricing and cost swings. Even with current margin expansion, cyclicality means fee and room income can reverse in softer demand, increasing downside risk to profitability.
Variable Cash-flow GrowthDespite strong absolute FCF levels, recent negative FCF growth and only moderate operating-cash-to-revenue conversion indicate cash generation can fluctuate. That variability can pressure funding for openings, dividends or debt reduction during cyclical slowdowns.
Huazhu Group Ltd News
CL4 FAQ
What was Huazhu Group Ltd’s price range in the past 12 months?
Huazhu Group Ltd lowest stock price was €2.58 and its highest was €4.84 in the past 12 months.
What is Huazhu Group Ltd’s market cap?
Huazhu Group Ltd’s market cap is €11.79B.
When is Huazhu Group Ltd’s upcoming earnings report date?
Huazhu Group Ltd’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 25, 2026 which is in 80 days.
How were Huazhu Group Ltd’s earnings last quarter?
Huazhu Group Ltd released its earnings results on May 15, 2026. The company reported €0.042 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of €0.038 by €0.004.
Is Huazhu Group Ltd overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Huazhu Group Ltd’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Huazhu Group Ltd pay dividends?
Huazhu Group Ltd does not currently pay dividends.
What is Huazhu Group Ltd’s EPS estimate?
Huazhu Group Ltd’s EPS estimate is 0.06.
How many shares outstanding does Huazhu Group Ltd have?
Huazhu Group Ltd has 3,098,323,700 shares outstanding.
What happened to Huazhu Group Ltd’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Huazhu Group Ltd reported an EPS of €0.042 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of €0.038. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -2.062%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Huazhu Group Ltd?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in DE:CL4
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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Huazhu Group Ltd Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Strong Buy
Average Price Target:
€5.33 (16.29% Upside)
€5.33 (16.29% Upside)
News Sentiment
Neutral
Bullish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-2.64%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
41.70%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
2.58%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Huazhu Group Ltd
H World Group Limited, together with its subsidiaries, develops leased and owned, manachised, and franchised hotels primarily in the People's Republic of China. The company operates hotels under its own brands, such as HanTing Hotel, Ni Hao Hotel, Hi Inn, Elan Hotel, Zleep Hotels, Ibis Hotel, JI Hotel, Orange Hotel, Starway Hotel, Ibis Styles Hotel, CitiGO Hotel, Crystal Orange Hotel, IntercityHotel, Manxin Hotel, Mercure Hotel, Madison Hotel, Novotel Hotel, Joya Hotel, Blossom House, Steigenberger Hotels & Resorts, MAXX by Steigenberger, Jaz in the City, Grand Mercure, Steigenberger Icon, and Song Hotels. As of June 30, 2022, it operated 8,176 hotels with 773,898 rooms. The company was formerly known as Huazhu Group Limited and changed its name to H World Group Limited in June 2022. H World Group Limited was founded in 2005 and is headquartered in Shanghai, the People's Republic of China.
CL4 Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
€5.33
▲(16.29% Upside)
Technical Analysis
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