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Hostelworld Group Plc(LSE) HSW

Market Cap£129.43MMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.
Since IPO (2015)-33%
5 Year+9%
1 Year-10%
1 Month-5%
£1.07
+2.33%
+0.02Today
Hostelworld Group Plc last closing stock price
MetricPriceDate
Last closeGBX 106.932026-07-30
Hostelworld Group Plc stock price return by period
PeriodPrice returnPrice at period startPeriod start date
1 week+1.83%GBX 105.002026-07-23
1 month-4.53%GBX 112.002026-06-30
3 month-0.07%GBX 107.002026-05-01
Year to date-14.46%GBX 125.002025-12-31
1 year-9.77%GBX 118.502025-07-30
3 year-17.75%GBX 130.002023-07-31
5 year+8.89%GBX 98.202021-07-30
Since inception-33.21%GBX 1.562015-10-28

Hostelworld Group Plc Financials at a Glance

Market Cap

£129.43MMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

Revenue (TTM)

€185.74M

Net Income (TTM)

€16.09M

EPS (TTM)

£0.05

P/E Ratio

21.59

Dividend

£0.01

Beta (Volatility)

-0.04 (Low)

Price

£1.07

Volume

11,970

Open

£1.04

Previous Close

£1.05

Daily Range

£1.04 - £1.07

52-Week Range

£0.94 - £1.41

Estimated Earnings Date

Jul 30, 2026

HSW News

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About Hostelworld Group Plc

Hostelworld Group PLC operates an online booking platform focused on hostels, catering primarily to young and independent travelers. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, the company has established itself as a leader in the travel services industry.

Products and Services
  • Online booking platform for hostels worldwide
  • Mobile app for seamless travel planning
  • Customer support tailored for young travelers
Growth Outlook
  • Revenue growth of 3% in the latest quarter compared to the previous quarter
  • Strong demand for budget travel options post-pandemic
  • Expansion into new markets expected to drive future growth
Financial Highlights
  • Recent quarterly revenue of €47.04 million, showing resilience
  • Net income of €12.63 million in the last quarter, indicating profitability
  • TTM gross profit margin of 74.51%, reflecting operational efficiency
Hostelworld Group PLC has demonstrated a solid performance in the travel services sector, particularly in the hostel booking niche. The company’s focus on young and independent travelers positions it well to capitalize on the growing trend of budget travel. Recent financial results indicate a positive trajectory, with a notable increase in revenue and net income, showcasing the company's ability to adapt and thrive in a competitive market. The strong gross profit margin further highlights operational efficiency, making Hostelworld an intriguing option for potential investors interested in the travel industry.
AI Generated • Jul 20, 2026

Industry

Hotels, Restaurants and Leisure

Sector

Consumer Discretionary

Employees

269

CEO

Gary Morrison, MBA

Website

www.hostelworldgroup.com

Headquarters

Dublin, DU D02 VN88, IE

HSW Financials

Key Financial Metrics (TTM)

Gross Margin

74.51%

Operating Margin

12.25%

Net Income Margin

7.46%

Return on Equity

9.67%

Return on Capital

14.22%

Return on Assets

6.59%

Earnings Yield

4.63%

Dividend Yield

1.32%

Payout Ratio

14.28%

Stock Overview

Market Cap

£129.43MMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

Shares Outstanding

123.86M

Volume

11.97K

Avg. Volume

137.73K

Financials (TTM)

Gross Profit

€142.84M

Operating Income

€22.79M

EBITDA

€38.98M

Operating Cash Flow

€39.17M

Capital Expenditure

-€5.80M

Free Cash Flow

€33.36M

Cash & ST Invst.

€15.00M

Total Debt

€11.00M

Hostelworld Group Plc Performance Analysis

Hostelworld Group Plc annual revenue and year-over-year revenue growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endRevenueYoY growth
20222022-12-31EUR 59,460,609309.4%
20232023-12-31EUR 81,114,20836.4%
20242024-12-31EUR 77,879,630-4.0%
20252025-12-31EUR 80,325,8173.1%
Hostelworld Group Plc sequential (quarter-over-quarter) revenue growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q42024-12-31-1.9%
Q22025-06-302.5%
Q42025-12-310.7%
Q22026-06-30N/A
Hostelworld Group Plc annual diluted earnings per share and year-over-year EPS growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endDiluted EPSYoY growth
20222022-12-31EUR -0.13-52.8%
20232023-12-31EUR 0.04N/A
20242024-12-31EUR 0.0668.1%
20252025-12-31EUR 0.05-22.4%
Hostelworld Group Plc sequential (quarter-over-quarter) diluted earnings per share growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q42024-12-31157.7%
Q22025-06-30-83.2%
Q42025-12-31440.0%
Q22026-06-30N/A

Revenue Growth Rate

Annual and quarterly growth comparison

Earnings Per Share Growth Rate

Annual and quarterly EPS growth comparison

Quarterly Performance

Name
Q4 2025YOY CHG

Revenue

€47.04M

-0.8%

Gross Profit

€42.14M

+53.2%

Gross Margin

89.60%

N/A

Market Cap

£129.43MMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

N/A

Market Cap/Employee

£481.15K

N/A

Employees

269

N/A

Net Income

€5.89M

-53.4%

EBITDA

€14.28M

+109.0%

Quarterly Fundamentals

Name
Q4 2025YOY CHG

Total Cash

€15.00M

+198.3%

Total Debt

€11.00M

+2073.9%

Accounts Receivable

€3.50M

+82.4%

Inventory

€0.00

N/A

Long Term Debt

€9.40M

+28384.8%

Short Term Debt

€1.60M

+238.3%

Return on Assets

6.59%

N/A

Return on Invested Capital

14.03%

N/A

Free Cash Flow

€10.26M

+55.1%

Operating Cash Flow

€10.37M

+55.7%

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Questions About HSW

What is the current price of Hostelworld Group Plc?

Hostelworld Group Plc is trading at £1.07 per share.

What is the 52-week range for Hostelworld Group Plc?

Over the past 52 weeks, Hostelworld Group Plc has traded between £0.94 and £1.41.

How much debt does Hostelworld Group Plc have?

As of the most recent reporting period, Hostelworld Group Plc reported total debt of €12.84M.

How much cash does Hostelworld Group Plc have on hand?

Hostelworld Group Plc reported €10.65M in cash and cash equivalents in its most recent financial results.

What is Hostelworld Group Plc’s dividend yield?

Hostelworld Group Plc currently has a dividend yield of 1.32%.

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