H World Group Limited (HTHT) — Stock Score Summary

H World Group Limited (HTHT) has a MoatMap StockRank of 92/100 based on Quality (57/100), Value (49/100), and Momentum (69/100) factor scores. The current signal is STRONG BUY. H World Group Limited, a Chinese consumer cyclical company in the hotel sector, scores low on quality (Q: 55). The hotel industry is capital-intensive and subject to significant cyclicality, which conflicts with our preference for asset-light, quality compounders with durable pricing power. Furthermore, exposure to the Chinese market introduces additional geopolitical risks, and the 'Reshaping Global Value Chains' theme does not present a clear asymmetric tailwind for a domestic hotel chain.

H World Group Limited is a leading multi-brand hotel group in China, operating and franchising a diverse portfolio of hotels across economy to upscale segments. Its competitive advantage lies in its extensive market coverage, strong brand recognition, and a robust membership program catering to China's booming domestic travel market. The company leverages digital capabilities to drive customer engagement and operational efficiency, positioning it as a dominant player.

Key Financial Metrics

Price$46.05
Market Cap$14.9B
P/E (TTM)20.18
P/E (Forward)15.19
Price/Book7.77
Return on Equity40.5%
Return on Invested Capital16.7%
Debt/Equity278.35
Gross Margin39.4%
Operating Margin29.1%
Revenue Growth8.3%
Dividend Yield4.5%
Free Cash Flow$6.2B

H World Group Limited operates in the Lodging industry, part of the Consumer Cyclical sector (China).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is H World Group Limited’s (HTHT) StockRank?
MoatMap’s StockRank for H World Group Limited (HTHT) is 92/100, with a Strong Buy signal. It is a composite of Quality (57), Value (49), and Momentum (69) factor ranks across MoatMap’s 15,000+ stock universe.
Does H World Group Limited have an economic moat?
H World Group Limited (HTHT) has a Quality factor score of 57/100. The Quality factor combines ROIC, Piotroski F-Score, and leverage — the financial fingerprints of a durable competitive advantage. A Quality score above 70 typically indicates a company with the characteristics of a moated business.
Is H World Group Limited a buy, hold, or sell?
MoatMap’s current signal for H World Group Limited (HTHT) is Strong Buy, based on a StockRank of 92/100. Signals are derived mechanically from the StockRank composite and should be one input among many — combine with your own thesis on management, competitive position, and valuation.
What sector is H World Group Limited in?
H World Group Limited (HTHT) operates in the Consumer Cyclical sector, specifically the Lodging industry (China).