Marriott Gets $343 Price Target, Forecasts 13-15% EPS Growth Despite 30x Valuation
Marriott International has been assigned a $343 price target by Mizuho Securities, representing a 4.6% downside from its current $359 trading level while trading at a 30x forward earnings multiple. The company's asset-light model and aggressive buybacks support an expected 13%–15% EPS growth for 2026, despite US RevPAR headwinds.
1. Analyst Price Target and Valuation
Analysts at Mizuho assigned a $343 price target to Marriott International, implying a 4.6% downside from its current $359 trading level and reflecting a 30x forward earnings multiple that sits above peers and historic averages.
2. Forecasted EPS Growth Drivers
Marriott’s asset-light model, expanding loyalty program, and aggressive share buyback plan underpin an expected 13%–15% EPS growth in 2026, while international markets like China accelerate growth even as US RevPAR growth faces middle- and lower-income spending headwinds.
3. Trading Performance and Market Metrics
Shares have risen 8.5% to $359.35, trading between $347.36 and $363.54 intraday, marking a one-year high; the company’s market capitalization stands near $96.4 billion with average daily volume over 4 million shares.