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 - €1.59
Previous CloseN/A
Volume0.00
Average Volume (3M)0.00
Market Cap
€152.75M
Enterprise Value€143.94
Total Cash (Recent Filing)€15.00M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)€11.00M
Price to Earnings (P/E)23.9
Beta0.56
Next Earnings
Mar 25, 2027EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.05
Shares Outstanding123,854,760
10 Day Avg. Volume0
30 Day Avg. Volume0
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-1.29
Price to Book (P/B)2.44
Price to Sales (P/S)1.90
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
€2.33Price Target Upside68.83% Upside
Rating ConsensusStrong Buy
Number of Analyst Covering4
EPS Forecast (FY)<0.01
Revenue Forecast (FY)€1.22M
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Margin Expansion And ProfitabilityHostelworld's sharp gross-margin expansion and returning operating profits show structurally improved unit economics in its marketplace. Higher gross and EBITDA margins support durable cash generation, giving the company scope to reinvest in product, sustain operations through cycles, and improve returns even if top-line growth slows.
Strong Cash GenerationA large FCF rebound and positive operating cash flow in recent years indicate the business can convert earnings into liquidity. Reliable FCF enables reinvestment in distribution and product, supports shareholder returns or debt reduction, and provides a buffer against cyclical downside in travel demand.
Focused Marketplace Business ModelThe commission-based marketplace for hostels is a durable business model with built-in unit economics and potential network effects: more listings drive more bookings and vice versa. A niche focus on budget accommodation gives clearer product-market fit and repeatable revenue streams tied to bookings.
Bears Say
Recent Revenue ContractionSustained top-line declines over 2024–2025 reduce operating leverage and limit the durability of margin gains. If booking volumes fall, high margins may not fully offset lower scale, constraining reinvestment and making it harder to grow gross bookings and recover long-term market share in a competitive travel space.
Volatile Capital StructureLarge swings in leverage point to inconsistent financing decisions or timing of capital actions, which can reduce financial flexibility. That variability complicates planning for investments, dividends, or cushioning against downturns and indicates balance-sheet strength is improving but not yet fully stable across cycles.
Exposure To Travel Demand And SeasonalityHostelworld's commission revenue is tightly linked to travel demand and seasonal patterns, creating durable cyclicality. Structural shocks (pandemics, geopolitical risk, consumer reallocation) or weaker discretionary travel can reduce bookings, pressuring revenue and making long-term forecasting and steady growth harder to sustain.
Hostelworld News
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 €1.59 in the past 12 months.
What is Hostelworld Group PLC’s market cap?
Hostelworld Group PLC’s market cap is €152.75M.
When is Hostelworld Group PLC’s upcoming earnings report date?
Hostelworld Group PLC’s upcoming earnings report date is Mar 25, 2027 which is in 199 days.
How were Hostelworld Group PLC’s earnings last quarter?
Hostelworld Group PLC released its earnings results on Jul 29, 2026. The company reported €0.04 earnings per share for the quarter.
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 €0.04 in its last earnings report. Following the earnings report the stock price went same 0%.
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?
Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology
Hostelworld Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Strong Buy
Average Price Target:
€2.33 (68.83% Upside)
€2.33 (68.83% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
DE:HSW Sentiment 100%
Sector Average 56%
Sector Average 56%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-7.71%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
1.90%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
14.36%
Trailing 12-Months
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Company Description
Hostelworld Group PLC
Hostelworld Group Plc engages in a hostel-focused online booking platform for young and independent travelers. The company was founded in 1999 and is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland.
HSW Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
€2.33
▲(68.83% Upside)