IHGInterContinental Hotels Group PLC (IHG) presents a compelling investment case with strong fundamentals, positive long-term industry trends, and generally stable technicals, despite some short-term volatility. Its robust dividend yield and expansion strategy are key attractors.
IHG benefits from the ongoing recovery and growth in the travel and hospitality sector, with tailwinds from increased leisure travel and a focus on premium brands. Emerging trends like sustainable tourism and loyalty program engagement are also supportive.
IHG demonstrates solid financial health with growing revenues, improving profitability, and a manageable debt level. Its dividend payout history and strong balance sheet are positive indicators.
IHG's stock is trading within a broad range, showing recent downward momentum. While longer-term moving averages are mixed, short-term indicators suggest caution with potential for further downside before a recovery.
| Factor | Score |
|---|---|
| Travel & Hospitality Recovery | 85 |
| Premium Brand Growth | 80 |
| Loyalty Programs | 75 |
| Sustainable Tourism | 65 |
| Economic Sensitivity | 65 |
| Factor | Score |
|---|---|
| Valuation | 60 |
| Profitability | 70 |
| Growth | 75 |
| Balance Sheet Health | 70 |
| Cash Flow | 85 |
| Dividend Yield | 70 |
| Factor | Score |
|---|---|
| Trend Analysis | 60 |
| Momentum | 45 |
| Volume Confirmation | 60 |
| Support & Resistance | 70 |
| Short-term Indicators | 50 |
Positive Earnings Momentum
The company has shown consistent profitability, with net income increasing from $266 million in 2021 to $628 million in 2024Q4. The net margin has also improved from 9.2% to 12.8% over the same period.
Attractive P/E Ratio
The trailing P/E ratio of 30.40 is lower than its 52-week high, suggesting potential value for investors. The P/S ratio of 3.8 in 2024Q4 indicates a stable revenue valuation.
Short-Term Downward Trend
Many technical indicators across shorter timeframes (1m, 5m, 15m, 30m, 1h, 2h, 4h) suggest selling pressure, with multiple moving averages indicating 'Sell' and RSI levels on shorter frames showing weakness.
Increasing Debt Levels
Total debt has increased from $2.82 billion in 2022 to $3.69 billion in 2024Q4. While free cash flow is positive, the rising debt could pose a risk if market conditions deteriorate.
April 2025
4
Ex-Dividend Date
May 2025
15
Next Dividend Date
August 2025
7
Next Earnings Date
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InterContinental Hotels Group PLC owns, manages, franchises, and leases hotels in the United Kingdom, the United States, and internationally. It operates hotels under the Six Senses, Regent, InterContinental Hotels & Resorts, Vignette Collection, Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants, Hotel Indigo, voco, HUALUXE, Crowne Plaza, Iberostar Beachfront Resorts, EVEN, Holiday Inn Express, Holiday Inn, Garner, avid hotels, Atwell Suites, Staybridge Suites, IHG, Holiday Inn Club Vacations, and Candlewood Suites brand names. The company also provides IHG Rewards loyalty program. InterContinental Hotels Group PLC was founded in 1777 and is headquartered in Windsor, the United Kingdom.
123.41 USD
The 39 analysts offering 1 year price forecasts for IHG have a max estimate of 139.00 and a min estimate of 115.23.