Is WH a good stock to buy right now?

Based on our 6-factor quantitative model, WYNDHAM HOTELS & RESORTS, INC. (WH) receives a "Hold" rating with a composite score of 46.2/100. It is ranked #1,152 out of 4,446 stocks. Key factor scores: Quality 50/100, Value 64/100, Momentum 41/100. The timing signal is "Neutral". This is quantitative analysis only — not investment advice.

What is the stock rating for WH?

WYNDHAM HOTELS & RESORTS, INC. (WH) has a "Hold" rating and 3-star score. The composite score of 46.2 ranks it #1,152 among 4,446 U.S. stocks. Ratings are updated weekly using academically-proven factor models.

What sector is WH in?

WYNDHAM HOTELS & RESORTS, INC. operates in the Consumer Discretionary sector (Restaurants, Hotels, Motels industry) with a market cap of $6.11 billion. It is classified as a mid-cap stock.

Does WH pay a dividend?

Yes, WH pays a dividend with a current yield of 2.02%. For every $1,000 invested, you would receive approximately $20.20 in annual dividend income.

What is WH's P/E ratio?

WH has a trailing P/E ratio of 17.17x. The Consumer Discretionary sector average is 24.5x. This P/E is in a moderate range relative to the broader market.

How profitable is WH?

WH's quality factor score is 50/100. Gross margin: 66.0%. ROE: 75.8% vs sector average 6.2%. High margins suggest pricing power and competitive moats.

How is WH valued compared to peers?

WH's value factor score is 64/100 (higher = cheaper). Key multiples: P/E 17.2x, EV/EBITDA 9.1x. The stock appears attractively valued versus peers.

What is WH's debt level?

WH's debt-to-equity ratio is 794%. Sector average: 89%. Elevated leverage increases credit risk.

WH has a beta of 1.02, meaning it tracks the market. Stability score: 70/100.

Does WH have high short interest?

WH's short interest factor score is 13/100 (higher = less short selling). Elevated short interest may indicate bearish sentiment or short squeeze potential.

WH Stock Analysis: Top Mid-Cap Hold (Score 46.2/100) | Blank Capital Research

Data Series	1D	5D	1M	YTD	1Y	3Y	5Y	10Y
WH	-0.52%	+4.27%	+15.88%	+13.38%	+3.84%	-	-	-
Industry Proxy XLY	+0.13%	+4.38%	-1.35%	-5.46%	-39.92%	-	-	-
U.S. Market SPY	-0.07%	+3.60%	+0.34%	-0.36%	+29.52%	-	-	-
Alpha vs Market	-0.46%	+0.67%	+15.54%	+13.74%	-25.68%	-	-	-
Alpha vs Sector	-0.66%	-0.11%	+17.23%	+18.84%	+43.76%	-	-	-

Metric	WH	Benchmark
P/E Ratio	17.2x	-30%
EV/EBITDA	9.1x	+85%
Price / Book	13.0x

Stock Entity	Score▼	Quality	Value	Momentum	P/E Ratio	ROE	Gross Margin	Net Margin	Rev Growth	D/E Ratio	Market Cap	Compare
CASY CASEYS GENERAL STORES INC	57	50	68	67	42.2x	16.9%	24.0%	3.8%	0.3%	123.0x	$27.2B	VS
TGT TARGET CORP	53	50	70	56	16.2x	20.7%	28.4%	3.4%	-0.7%	89.0x	$54.5B	VS
APEI AMERICAN PUBLIC EDUCATION INC	53	49	58	72	78.3x	4.6%	52.8%	2.1%	6.8%	32.0x	$1.1B	VS
LINC LINCOLN EDUCATIONAL SERVICES CORP	52	50	48	75	116.7x	5.6%	59.2%	2.3%	37.4%	147.0x	$1.3B	VS
FIVE FIVE BELOW, INC	52	50	56	73	105.5x	5.4%	32.5%	3.1%	26.5%	125.0x	$13.0B	VS
IMKTA INGLES MARKETS INC	51	50	51	62	17.4x	6.2%	23.9%	1.9%	0.4%	57.0x	$1.7B	VS
PRDO PERDOCEO EDUCATION Corp	51	50	70	57	14.2x	16.7%	100.0%	20.4%	27.1%	28.0x	$2.4B	VS
MCRI MONARCH CASINO & RESORT INC	51	50	66	47	16.7x	19.7%	24.5%	19.4%	11.5%	33.0x	$1.7B	VS
FCFS FirstCash Holdings, Inc.	49	50	29	66	34.7x	10.8%	50.2%	8.0%	26.6%	98.0x	$8.4B	VS
ESCA ESCALADE INC	48	50	65	51	15.2x	9.0%	26.1%	6.2%	8.4%	11.0x	$249M	VS
WH WYNDHAM HOTELS & RESORTS, INC.	46	50	64	41	17.2x	75.9%	66.0%	23.6%	4.1%	794.0x	$6.1B

Key Ratio	TTM	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017
Gross Margin %	0.7%	-	-	-	-	-	0.4%	0.4%	0.4%	0.5%
Operating Margin %	0.4%	0.3%	0.4%	0.4%	0.4%	0.3%	-0.0%	0.1%	0.2%	0.2%
EBITDA Margin %	0.5%	0.3%	0.4%	0.4%	0.4%	0.3%	0.0%	0.2%	0.2%	0.3%
Net Margin %	0.2%	0.1%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	-0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.2%
FCF Margin %	-0.7%	-	-	-	-	-	2.6%	2.4%	8.5%	18.1%
ROE %	0.8%	0.4%	0.4%	0.4%	0.4%	0.2%	-0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.2%
ROA %	0.1%	0.0%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	-0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.1%
ROIC %	16.0%	67.9%	60.2%	53.3%	45.8%	32.4%	-1.2%	7.5%	7.0%	16.3%

Key Ratio

TTM

2025

2024

2023

2022

2021

2020

2019

2018

2017

Gross Margin %

0.7%

0.4%

0.5%

Operating Margin %

0.4%

0.3%

0.4%

0.3%

-0.0%

0.1%

0.2%

EBITDA Margin %

0.5%

0.3%

0.4%

0.3%

0.0%

0.2%

0.3%

Net Margin %

0.2%

0.1%

0.2%

-0.1%

0.1%

0.2%

FCF Margin %

-0.7%

2.6%

2.4%

8.5%

18.1%

ROE %

0.8%

0.4%

0.2%

-0.1%

0.1%

0.2%

ROA %

0.1%

0.0%

0.1%

-0.0%

0.0%

0.1%

ROIC %

16.0%

67.9%

60.2%

53.3%

45.8%

32.4%

-1.2%

7.5%

7.0%

16.3%

Line Item	TTM	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017
	$1.5B	$1.4B	$1.4B	$1.4B	$1.5B	$1.6B	$1.3B	$2.1B	$1.9B	$1.3B
	—	—	—	—	—	—	$531M	$867M	$796M	$643M
Gross Margin	66.0%	---	---	---	---	---	40.8%	42.2%	42.6%	50.2%
	—	$62M	$71M	$76M	$77M	$95M	$98M	$109M	$99M	$75M
Total Operating Expenses	—	$1.0B	$913M	$894M	$940M	$1.1B	—	—	—	—
	$611M	$402M	$495M	$503M	$558M	$446M	-$46M	$307M	$283M	$249M
EBIT	$611M	$402M	$495M	$503M	$558M	$446M	-$46M	$307M	$283M	$249M
EBITDA	$673M	$464M	$566M	$579M	$635M	$541M	$52M	$416M	$382M	$324M
Operating Margin	40.8%	28.1%	35.2%	36.0%	37.3%	28.5%	-3.5%	14.9%	15.2%	19.4%
EBITDA Margin	45.1%	32.5%	40.2%	41.4%	42.4%	34.6%	4.0%	20.3%	20.4%	25.3%
	—	$139M	$124M	$102M	$80M	$93M	$112M	$100M	$60M	$6M
	—	$263M	$368M	$398M	$476M	$335M	—	—	—	—
Income Tax Expense	—	$70M	$79M	$109M	$121M	$91M	-$26M	$50M	$61M	$13M
	$355M	$193M	$289M	$289M	$355M	$244M	-$132M	$157M	$162M	$230M
Net Margin	23.6%	13.5%	20.5%	20.7%	23.7%	15.6%	-10.2%	7.6%	8.7%	18.0%
	$2.51	$2.51	$3.64	$3.43	$3.93	$2.61	$-1.42	$1.63	$1.62	$2.31
Diluted EPS	$2.51	$2.50	$3.61	$3.41	$3.91	$2.60	$-1.42	$1.63	$1.62	$2.31
Weighted Avg Basic	—	77M	80M	84M	90M	93M	—	—	—	—
Weighted Avg Diluted	—	77M	80M	85M	91M	94M	—	—	—	—

Line Item

TTM

2025

2024

2023

2022

2021

2020

2019

2018

2017

$1.5B

$1.4B

$1.5B

$1.6B

$1.3B

$2.1B

$1.9B

$1.3B

—

$531M

$867M

$796M

$643M

Gross Margin

66.0%

---

40.8%

42.2%

42.6%

50.2%

—

$62M

$71M

$76M

$77M

$95M

$98M

$109M

$99M

$75M

Total Operating Expenses

—

$1.0B

$913M

$894M

$940M

$1.1B

—

$611M

$402M

$495M

$503M

$558M

$446M

-$46M

$307M

$283M

$249M

EBIT

$611M

$402M

$495M

$503M

$558M

$446M

-$46M

$307M

$283M

$249M

EBITDA

$673M

$464M

$566M

$579M

$635M

$541M

$52M

$416M

$382M

$324M

Operating Margin

40.8%

28.1%

35.2%

36.0%

37.3%

28.5%

-3.5%

14.9%

15.2%

19.4%

EBITDA Margin

45.1%

32.5%

40.2%

41.4%

42.4%

34.6%

4.0%

20.3%

20.4%

25.3%

—

$139M

$124M

$102M

$80M

$93M

$112M

$100M

$60M

$6M

—

$263M

$368M

$398M

$476M

$335M

—

Income Tax Expense

—

$70M

$79M

$109M

$121M

$91M

-$26M

$50M

$61M

$13M

$355M

$193M

$289M

$355M

$244M

-$132M

$157M

$162M

$230M

Net Margin

23.6%

13.5%

20.5%

20.7%

23.7%

15.6%

-10.2%

7.6%

8.7%

18.0%

$2.51

$3.64

$3.43

$3.93

$2.61

$-1.42

$1.63

$1.62

$2.31

Diluted EPS

$2.51

$2.50

$3.61

$3.41

$3.91

$2.60

$-1.42

$1.63

$1.62

$2.31

Weighted Avg Basic

—

77M

80M

84M

90M

93M

—

Weighted Avg Diluted

—

77M

80M

85M

91M

94M

—

WYNDHAM HOTELS & RESORTS, INC. (WH) Stock Analysis — April 2026 Rating, Price, and Forecast

Last updated: April 2026

Company Overview — What Does WYNDHAM HOTELS & RESORTS, INC. Do?

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, Inc. operates as a hotel franchisor worldwide. It operates through Hotel Franchising and Hotel Management segments. The Hotel Franchising segment licenses its lodging brands and provides related services to third-party hotel owners and others. The Hotel Management segment provides hotel management services for full-service and limited-service hotels. It is also involved in the reward loyalty program business. The company's hotel brand portfolios include Super 8, Days Inn, Travelodge, Microtel, Howard Johnson, La Quinta, Ramada, Baymont, AmericInn, Wingate, Wyndham Alltra, Wyndham Garden, Ramada Encore, Hawthorn, Registry Collection, Trademark Collection, TRYP, Dazzler, Esplendor, Wyndham Grand, Dolce, and Wyndham. As of March 29, 2022, it operated a portfolio of 22 hotel brands with approximately 9,000 hotels with approximately 8,10,000 rooms in approximately 95 countries. The company was incorporated in 2017 and is headquartered in Parsippany, New Jersey. WYNDHAM HOTELS & RESORTS, INC. (WH) is classified as a mid-cap stock in the Consumer Discretionary sector, specifically within the Restaurants, Hotels, Motels industry. The company is led by CEO Geoffrey A. Ballotti and employs approximately 2,500 people. With a market capitalization of $6.1B, WH is one of the notable companies in the Consumer Discretionary sector.

WYNDHAM HOTELS & RESORTS, INC. (WH) Stock Rating — Hold (April 2026)

As of April 2026, WYNDHAM HOTELS & RESORTS, INC. receives a Hold rating with a composite score of 46.2/100 and 3 out of 5 stars from the Blank Capital Research quantitative model.WH ranks #1,152 out of 4,446 stocks in our coverage universe. Within the Consumer Discretionary sector, WYNDHAM HOTELS & RESORTS, INC. ranks #89 of 442 stocks, placing it in the top quartile of its Consumer Discretionary peers. The rating is generated by a multi-factor model that weighs quality (30%), momentum (25%), value (15%), investment (10%), stability (10%), and short interest (10%).

WH Stock Price and 52-Week Range

WYNDHAM HOTELS & RESORTS, INC. (WH) currently trades at $85.67. The stock lost $0.45 (0.5%) in the most recent trading session. The 52-week high for WH is $93.58, which means the stock is currently trading -8.5% from its annual peak. The 52-week low is $69.21, putting the stock 23.8% above its annual trough. Recent trading volume was 958K shares, suggesting relatively thin trading activity.

Is WH Overvalued or Undervalued? — Valuation Analysis

WYNDHAM HOTELS & RESORTS, INC. (WH) carries a value factor score of 64/100 in the Blank Capital model, indicating fair valuation relative to historical norms. The trailing price-to-earnings ratio is 17.17x, compared to the Consumer Discretionary sector average of 24.47x — a discount of 30%. The price-to-book ratio stands at 13.02x, versus the sector average of 1.99x. The price-to-sales ratio is 4.09x, compared to 0.27x for the average Consumer Discretionary stock. On an enterprise value basis, WH trades at 9.06x EV/EBITDA, versus 4.91x for the sector.

Overall, WH's valuation appears roughly in line with sector benchmarks, suggesting the market is pricing the stock fairly given its current fundamentals and growth trajectory. Neither deep value nor significantly overpriced, the stock occupies a middle ground on valuation.

WYNDHAM HOTELS & RESORTS, INC. Profitability — ROE, Margins, and Quality Score

WYNDHAM HOTELS & RESORTS, INC. (WH) earns a quality factor score of 50/100, indicating solid business quality with consistent operational execution. The return on equity (ROE) is 75.8%, compared to the Consumer Discretionary sector average of 6.2%, which demonstrates strong shareholder value creation. Return on assets (ROA) comes in at 8.5% versus the sector average of 2.5%.

On a margin basis, WYNDHAM HOTELS & RESORTS, INC. reports gross margins of 66.0%, compared to 36.9% for the sector. The operating margin is 40.8% (sector: 3.8%). Net profit margin stands at 23.6%, versus 2.1% for the average Consumer Discretionary stock. Revenue growth is running at 4.1% on a trailing basis, compared to 3.3% for the sector. The overall profitability profile is adequate, though there may be room for margin expansion.

WH Debt, Balance Sheet, and Financial Health

WYNDHAM HOTELS & RESORTS, INC. has a debt-to-equity ratio of 794.0%, compared to the Consumer Discretionary sector average of 89.0%. This elevated leverage warrants close monitoring, as it increases the company's sensitivity to rising interest rates and economic downturns. The current ratio is 0.86x, which may signal near-term liquidity tightness. Total debt on the balance sheet is $2.63B. Cash and equivalents stand at $70M.

WH has a beta of 1.02, meaning it is roughly in line with the broader market in terms of price volatility. The stability factor score for WYNDHAM HOTELS & RESORTS, INC. is 70/100, indicating low-volatility characteristics and consistent price behavior that appeals to risk-averse investors.

WYNDHAM HOTELS & RESORTS, INC. Revenue and Earnings History — Quarterly Trend

In TTM 2026, WYNDHAM HOTELS & RESORTS, INC. reported revenue of $1.49B and earnings per share (EPS) of $2.51. Net income for the quarter was $355M. Gross margin was 66.0%. Operating income came in at $611M.

In FY 2025, WYNDHAM HOTELS & RESORTS, INC. reported revenue of $1.43B and earnings per share (EPS) of $2.51. Net income for the quarter was $193M. Revenue grew 1.5% year-over-year compared to FY 2024. Operating income came in at $402M.

In Q3 2025, WYNDHAM HOTELS & RESORTS, INC. reported revenue of $382M and earnings per share (EPS) of $1.37. Net income for the quarter was $105M. Revenue grew -3.5% year-over-year compared to Q3 2024. Operating income came in at $178M.

In Q2 2025, WYNDHAM HOTELS & RESORTS, INC. reported revenue of $397M and earnings per share (EPS) of $1.13. Net income for the quarter was $87M. Revenue grew 8.2% year-over-year compared to Q2 2024. Operating income came in at $150M.

Over the past 8 quarters, WYNDHAM HOTELS & RESORTS, INC. has demonstrated a growth trajectory, with revenue expanding from $367M to $1.49B. Investors analyzing WH stock should weigh these quarterly trends alongside the valuation and quality metrics discussed above.

WH Dividend Yield and Income Analysis

WYNDHAM HOTELS & RESORTS, INC. (WH) currently pays a dividend yield of 2.0%. At this yield, a $10,000 investment in WH stock would generate approximately $$202.00 in annual dividend income. With a net margin of 23.6%, the dividend appears well-covered by earnings, suggesting sustainable payouts going forward.

WH Momentum and Technical Analysis Profile

WYNDHAM HOTELS & RESORTS, INC. (WH) has a momentum factor score of 41/100, reflecting neutral trend characteristics. The stock is neither significantly outperforming nor underperforming the broader market on a momentum basis. The investment factor score is 32/100, which measures capital allocation efficiency and asset growth patterns. The short interest score of 13/100 signals elevated short interest, which can indicate bearish sentiment among institutional investors.

WH vs Competitors — Consumer Discretionary Sector Ranking and Peer Comparison

Within the Consumer Discretionary sector, WYNDHAM HOTELS & RESORTS, INC. (WH) ranks #89 out of 442 stocks based on the Blank Capital composite score. This places WH in the top quartile of all Consumer Discretionary stocks in our coverage universe. Key competitors and sector peers include MONARCH CASINO & RESORT INC (MCRI) with a score of 50.5/100, CASEYS GENERAL STORES INC (CASY) with a score of 57.3/100, INGLES MARKETS INC (IMKTA) with a score of 51.0/100, FIVE BELOW, INC (FIVE) with a score of 51.6/100, and TARGET CORP (TGT) with a score of 52.6/100.

Comparing WH against the S&P 500 benchmark is also instructive for understanding relative performance. Investors can view the full WH vs S&P 500 (SPY) comparison to assess how WYNDHAM HOTELS & RESORTS, INC. stacks up against the broader market across all factor dimensions.

WH Next Earnings Date

No upcoming earnings date has been announced for WYNDHAM HOTELS & RESORTS, INC. (WH) at this time. Check the earnings calendar for the latest scheduling updates across all stocks in our coverage universe.

Should You Buy WH? — Investment Thesis Summary

WYNDHAM HOTELS & RESORTS, INC. presents a balanced picture with arguments on both sides. The value score of 64/100 suggests attractive pricing relative to fundamentals. Low volatility (stability score 70/100) reduces downside risk.

In summary, WYNDHAM HOTELS & RESORTS, INC. (WH) earns a Hold rating with a composite score of 46.2/100 as of April 2026. The rating is derived from the Blank Capital Research methodology, which combines six factor dimensions into a single quantitative ranking. Investors should consider these quantitative signals alongside their own fundamental research, risk tolerance, and investment time horizon before making buy or sell decisions on WH stock.

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