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Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE - Free Report) closed the last trading session at $45.49, gaining 41.9% over the past four weeks, but there could be plenty of upside left in the stock if short-term price targets set by Wall Street analysts are any guide. The mean price target of $66.94 indicates a 47.2% upside potential.

The average comprises 17 short-term price targets ranging from a low of $23.00 to a high of $80.00, with a standard deviation of $12.4. While the lowest estimate indicates a decline of 49.4% from the current price level, the most optimistic estimate points to a 75.9% upside. More than the range, one should note the standard deviation here, as it helps understand the variability of the estimates. The smaller the standard deviation, the greater the agreement among analysts.

While the consensus price target is a much-coveted metric for investors, solely banking on this metric to make an investment decision may not be wise at all. That's because the ability and unbiasedness of analysts in setting price targets have long been questionable.

But, for HPE, an impressive average price target is not the only indicator of a potential upside. Strong agreement among analysts about the company's ability to report better earnings than they predicted earlier strengthens this view. While a positive trend in earnings estimate revisions doesn't gauge how much a stock could gain, it has proven to be powerful in predicting an upside.

Price, Consensus and EPS Surprise

Here's What You Should Know About Analysts' Price TargetsAccording to researchers at several universities across the globe, a price target is one of many pieces of information about a stock that misleads investors far more often than it guides. In fact, empirical research shows that price targets set by several analysts, irrespective of the extent of agreement, rarely indicate where the price of a stock could actually be heading.

While Wall Street analysts have deep knowledge of a company's fundamentals and the sensitivity of its business to economic and industry issues, many of them tend to set overly optimistic price targets. Are you wondering why?

They usually do that to drum up interest in shares of companies that their firms either have existing business relationships with or are looking to be associated with. In other words, business incentives of firms covering a stock often result in inflated price targets set by analysts.

However, a tight clustering of price targets, which is represented by a low standard deviation, indicates that analysts have a high degree of agreement about the direction and magnitude of a stock's price movement. While that doesn't necessarily mean the stock will hit the average price target, it could be a good starting point for further research aimed at identifying the potential fundamental driving forces.

That said, while investors should not entirely ignore price targets, making an investment decision solely based on them could lead to disappointing ROI. So, price targets should always be treated with a high degree of skepticism.

Here's Why There Could be Plenty of Upside Left in HPEThere has been increasing optimism among analysts lately about the company's earnings prospects, as indicated by strong agreement among them in revising EPS estimates higher. And that could be a legitimate reason to expect an upside in the stock. After all, empirical research shows a strong correlation between trends in earnings estimate revisions and near-term stock price movements.

The Zacks Consensus Estimate for the current year has increased 47.4% over the past month, as eight estimates have gone higher compared to no negative revision.

Moreover, HPE currently has a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), which means it is in the top 5% of more than 4,000 stocks that we rank based on four factors related to earnings estimates. Given an impressive externally-audited track record, this is a more conclusive indication of the stock's potential upside in the near term. You can see the complete list of today's Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) stocks here >>>> .

Therefore, while the consensus price target may not be a reliable indicator of how much HPE could gain, the direction of price movement it implies does appear to be a good guide.

Momentum investing is all about the idea of following a stock's recent trend, which can be in either direction. In the "long context," investors will essentially be "buying high, but hoping to sell even higher." And for investors following this methodology, taking advantage of trends in a stock's price is key; once a stock establishes a course, it is more than likely to continue moving in that direction. The goal is that once a stock heads down a fixed path, it will lead to timely and profitable trades.

Even though momentum is a popular stock characteristic, it can be tough to define. Debate surrounding which are the best and worst metrics to focus on is lengthy, but the Zacks Momentum Style Score, part of the Zacks Style Scores, helps address this issue for us.

Below, we take a look at Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE - Free Report) , a company that currently holds a Momentum Style Score of A. We also talk about price change and earnings estimate revisions, two of the main aspects of the Momentum Style Score.

It's also important to note that Style Scores work as a complement to the Zacks Rank, our stock rating system that has an impressive track record of outperformance. Hewlett Packard Enterprise currently has a Zacks Rank of #1 (Strong Buy). Our research shows that stocks rated Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) and #2 (Buy) and Style Scores of "A or B" outperform the market over the following one-month period.

You can see the current list of Zacks #1 Rank Stocks here >>>

Set to Beat the Market? In order to see if HPE is a promising momentum pick, let's examine some Momentum Style elements to see if this information technology products and services provider holds up.

A good momentum benchmark for a stock is to look at its short-term price activity, as this can reflect both current interest and if buyers or sellers currently have the upper hand. It's also helpful to compare a security to its industry; this can show investors the best companies in a particular area.

For HPE, shares are up 14.31% over the past week while the Zacks Computer - Integrated Systems industry is down 3.89% over the same time period. Shares are looking quite well from a longer time frame too, as the monthly price change of 41.85% compares favorably with the industry's 0.72% performance as well.

While any stock can see its price increase, it takes a real winner to consistently beat the market. That is why looking at longer term price metrics -- such as performance over the past three months or year -- can be useful as well. Shares of Hewlett Packard Enterprise have increased 111.29% over the past quarter, and have gained 149.67% in the last year. In comparison, the S&P 500 has only moved 7.44% and 21.61%, respectively.

Investors should also pay attention to HPE's average 20-day trading volume. Volume is a useful item in many ways, and the 20-day average establishes a good price-to-volume baseline; a rising stock with above average volume is generally a bullish sign, whereas a declining stock on above average volume is typically bearish. HPE is currently averaging 38,329,836 shares for the last 20 days.

Earnings OutlookThe Zacks Momentum Style Score also takes into account trends in estimate revisions, in addition to price changes. Please note that estimate revision trends remain at the core of Zacks Rank as well. A nice path here can help show promise, and we have recently been seeing that with HPE.

Over the past two months, 8 earnings estimates moved higher compared to none lower for the full year. These revisions helped boost HPE's consensus estimate, increasing from $2.42 to $3.41 in the past 60 days. Looking at the next fiscal year, 8 estimates have moved upwards while there have been no downward revisions in the same time period.

Bottom LineTaking into account all of these elements, it should come as no surprise that HPE is a #1 (Strong Buy) stock with a Momentum Score of A. If you've been searching for a fresh pick that's set to rise in the near-term, make sure to keep Hewlett Packard Enterprise on your short list.

The question of whether PepsiCo (NASDAQ:PEP | PEP Price Prediction) can punch through to a new all-time high in 2026 is closer to a coin flip than the chart suggests.

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A combined household income of $110,000 is close to the national norm for a two-earner household. For a 56-year-old couple hoping to retire at age 60 and fund their lifestyle entirely through dividend income, that annual amount becomes the income target their portfolio must replace. The basic calculation is straightforward: divide the desired income by the portfolio’s yield to estimate the capital required. The more challenging decision is determining what level of yield is appropriate.

That choice generally falls into three broad categories, each offering a different balance between current income, preservation of principal, and long-term protection against inflation. With the 10-year Treasury yielding around 4.5%, investors have a meaningful benchmark against which to compare dividend strategies. At the same time, inflation remains an important consideration, underscoring the value of dividend growth alongside initial yield. A portfolio that generates attractive income today may still struggle over time if its distributions fail to keep pace with rising living costs.

The Conservative Tier: 3% to 4% Yield At a blended 3.5% yield, $110,000 divided by 0.035 equals roughly $3,142,857 in capital. That is the price of buying America’s most reliable dividend franchises.

Johnson & Johnson (NYSE:JNJ | JNJ Price Prediction) yields about 2.3% after 64 consecutive years of increases and a recent raise to $1.34 quarterly. Procter & Gamble (NYSE:PG) yields 2.9% on the back of 70 consecutive annual increases. PepsiCo (NASDAQ:PEP) yields 3.9% after a recent reset lower in the stock, and Exxon Mobil pays 2.8% with a 40-plus year growth streak.

The tradeoff is capital intensity. You need the most money upfront. In exchange, principal tends to appreciate, payouts grow, and income keeps pace with inflation. Dividends paid by S&P 500 companies have grown at roughly 150% of CPI since 1960, which is the entire case for accepting a lower starting yield.

The Moderate Tier: 5% to 7% Yield At 6%, $110,000 divided by 0.06 equals roughly $1,833,333. The capital requirement drops by $1.3 million, but the growth profile flattens.

AT&T (NYSE:T) yields 4.5% on a $0.2775 quarterly payout that has stayed flat since the 2022 WarnerMedia spin-off cut it from $0.52. Cash flow is strong: free cash flow covered the dividend 2.38 times in 2025. But shareholders are sitting on a static check four years on, with management prioritizing buybacks over raises.

Verizon (NYSE:VZ) yields 5.8% with a more honest growth track record, recently raising the quarterly to $0.7075. Operating cash flow of $37.1 billion covers the $11.5 billion dividend more than three times over, though a $144 billion debt load consumes capital that could otherwise fund faster raises.

The Aggressive Tier: 8% and Above At 10%, $110,000 divided by 0.10 equals exactly $1,100,000. This is the math that makes early retirement look possible on a normal nest egg. It is also where the trouble lives.

Altria (NYSE:MO) now yields 5.8%, down from the 7% to 8% range that defined it for years, after the stock ran up 25% over the past year. The dividend remains covered: operating cash flow of $9.29 billion against $6.96 billion in 2025 dividends, a 1.30x ratio. The structural issue is cigarette volume, which declines roughly 5% per year. To reach a true 8% to 10% blended yield, you move beyond names like Altria into business development companies, mortgage REITs, and high-yield bond funds. Capital required is lowest. So is the probability that your income, or your principal, survives the next decade intact.

Why Lower Yields Often Win the Decade A 3.5% yield growing at 5% per year turns $110,000 into roughly $140,000 of annual income inside five years, with no rebalancing. The same $2.6 million parked in a static 6% payer produces $156,000 in year one and $156,000 in year ten. The dividend grower wins the next thirty years.

For this couple, four years from retirement, that compounding gap is the entire argument for accepting a higher capital target.

What This Couple Should Actually Do Replace spending, not salary. A $110,000 gross income often translates to $75,000 to $85,000 of actual annual spending once payroll taxes, 401(k) contributions, and work-related costs disappear. Recalculating the target on real spending can cut the capital requirement by a quarter. Screen for payout ratios under 65% before yield. Sustainability beats headline yield every time. AT&T’s 2022 cut from $0.52 to $0.2775 erased 47% of annual income for holders who bought for the yield alone. Model the tax bracket. Qualified dividends in a taxable account are taxed at 15% to 20%, well below ordinary income rates. A blended 4.25% yield across 15 dividend aristocrats, held in taxable, often nets more spendable cash than a 6% yield held in a tax-deferred account drawn down at ordinary rates.

Dividend stocks, particularly those that consistently hike their dividend, tend to maintain reliable growth over decades under a variety of economic conditions. While they are rarely the fastest-growing stocks in terms of stock price appreciation, their consistency and rising dividends make them popular with income-oriented investors.

Today, dividend stocks in the S&P 500 (^GSPC +0.50%) offer an average dividend yield of 1%. While that may compare poorly to bank CDs, which sometimes offer rates above 4%, many of these stocks have dividend yields that match such rates. When also considering dividend growth and the likelihood of long-term stock price appreciation, these high-yield dividend stocks could last a lifetime while paying shareholders.

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1. Realty Income When it comes to income generation, it is hard to argue against owning the monthly dividend company, Realty Income (O +1.31%), which owns more than 15,500 single-tenant, net leased properties.

Indeed, the prospect of rising interest rates may have discouraged investors, but Realty Income shows it can succeed under such circumstances. Moreover, it boasts a client base that includes Walmart, FedEx, and Dollar General. Having such clients has further stabilized the property and helped its occupancy rise to nearly 99%.

At today's share prices, its annual dividend of $3.25 per share yields 5.4%. That dividend has risen at least one time annually since its inception in 1994, delivering decades of passive income.

Also, it earned $4.26 per share in FFO income over the trailing 12 months, a measure of a REIT's free cash flow. Thus, the company should have no trouble covering its dividend and continuing the payout hikes.

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Additionally, investors should avoid the pitfall of looking at its P/E ratio of 49 and assuming it is expensive. The $4.26 per share in FFO income is the critical measure. Thus, when calculating a price-to-FFO ratio, the stock trades at just 14 times FFO.

Under such conditions, investors can buy the stock now and collect a generous dividend while they wait for an improved stock performance.

2. J.M. Smucker Investors may think of J.M. Smucker (SJM 0.29%) as a jelly company because of its flagship brand, Smucker's. Nonetheless, Smucker is a diversified packaged goods company that also derives revenue from brands like Hostess, Milk-Bone, and coffee brands like Folger's, Cafe Bustelo, and the grocery market for Dunkin'.

Admittedly, the stock has suffered as packaged good companies have struggled in an environment where consumers have gravitated toward fresh and organic foods. This occurred at the same time as commodity prices rose, compressing margins.

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However, coffee remains a strong product category that helps boost its revenue. In the third quarter of fiscal 2026 (ended Jan. 31), sales rose by 7%. Also, it reported only a net loss due to goodwill and impairment charges, which are usually one-time events.

Furthermore, declines in the stock price have taken its price-to-sales (P/S) ratio to 1.2, well below the average of 1.6. Amid that low valuation, its annual dividend of $4.40 per share yields 4.4%. Since its $971 million in free cash flow was well above the $462 million dividend cost over the same period, that probably means its 29-year track record of payout hikes is on track to continue.

Finally, once J.M. Smucker moves past the aforementioned impairment charges, profitability should return. With the strength of the coffee market and the high-yielding, rising dividend, J.M. Smucker should again stand as a strong, under-the-radar dividend stock.

3. PepsiCo Like Smucker, PepsiCo (PEP +0.38%) has struggled as a packaged goods company. Besides Pepsi, Tropicana, and Mountain Dew, company-owned brands include Lay's potato chips and Quaker Oats.

Fortunately, amid the challenges, PepsiCo has listened to consumers. To that end, it has changed the ingredients of some of its products and acquired more health-oriented brands such as Poppi.

The latest earnings report showed signs of progress, with sales rising 8% year over year in the first quarter of fiscal 2026 (ended March 21). That led to a 27% rise in net income.

Also, while the stock showed 8% growth for the year, it is trading at a near 30% discount to its five-year high. Consequently, its 22 P/E ratio is below the five-year average of 27.

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That situation has made PepsiCo's dividend particularly attractive. At $5.92 per share annually, its dividend now yields 4%. Additionally, the $9.3 billion in free cash flow over the trailing 12 months covered the $7.7 billion in dividend costs. Given that the dividend has risen for 54 consecutive years, the increases are likely to continue.

Ultimately, considering the rising payout and the rebound in sales growth, PepsiCo again looks to be on track for success.

These two companies have encountered some short-term issues, but the long-term prospects remain intact.

The latest trading day saw PepsiCo (PEP) settling at $142.78, representing a +1.49% change from its previous close.

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It also includes access to the Zacks Style Scores.

What are the Zacks Style Scores? Developed alongside the Zacks Rank, the Zacks Style Scores are a group of complementary indicators that help investors pick stocks with the best chances of beating the market over the next 30 days.

Each stock is given an alphabetic rating of A, B, C, D or F based on their value, growth, and momentum qualities. With this system, an A is better than a B, a B is better than a C, and so on, meaning the better the score, the better chance the stock will outperform.

The Style Scores are broken down into four categories:

Value ScoreFinding good stocks at good prices, and discovering which companies are trading under their true value, are what value investors like to focus on. So, the Value Style Score takes into account ratios like P/E, PEG, Price/Sales, Price/Cash Flow, and a host of other multiples to highlight the most attractive and discounted stocks.

Growth ScoreGrowth investors are more concerned with a stock's future prospects, and the overall financial health and strength of a company. Thus, the Growth Style Score analyzes characteristics like projected and historic earnings, sales, and cash flow to find stocks that will see sustainable growth over time.

Momentum ScoreMomentum traders and investors live by the saying "the trend is your friend." This investing style is all about taking advantage of upward or downward trends in a stock's price or earnings outlook. Employing factors like one-week price change and the monthly percentage change in earnings estimates, the Momentum Style Score can indicate favorable times to build a position in high-momentum stocks.

VGM ScoreIf you want a combination of all three Style Scores, then the VGM Score will be your friend. It rates each stock on their combined weighted styles, helping you find the companies with the most attractive value, best growth forecast, and most promising momentum. It's also one of the best indicators to use with the Zacks Rank.

How Style Scores Work with the Zacks Rank A proprietary stock-rating model, the Zacks Rank utilizes the power of earnings estimate revisions, or changes to a company's earnings outlook, to help investors create a successful portfolio.

#1 (Strong Buy) stocks have produced an unmatched +23.7% average annual return since 1988, which is more than double the S&P 500's performance over the same time frame. However, the Zacks Rank examines a ton of stocks, and there can be more than 200 companies with a Strong Buy rank, and another 600 with a #2 (Buy) rank, on any given day.

But it can feel overwhelming to pick the right stocks for you and your investing goals with over 800 top-rated stocks to choose from.

That's where the Style Scores come in.

To have the best chance of big returns, you'll want to always consider stocks with a Zacks Rank #1 or #2 that also have Style Scores of A or B, which will give you the highest probability of success. If you're looking at stocks with a #3 (Hold) rank, it's important they have Scores of A or B as well to ensure as much upside potential as possible.

The direction of a stock's earnings estimate revisions should always be a key factor when choosing which stocks to buy, since the Scores were created to work together with the Zacks Rank.

A stock with a #4 (Sell) or #5 (Strong Sell) rating, for instance, even one with Scores of A and B, will still have a declining earnings forecast, and a greater chance its share price will fall too.

Thus, the more stocks you own with a #1 or #2 Rank and Scores of A or B, the better.

Stock to Watch: PepsiCo (PEP - Free Report) Headquartered in Purchase, NY, PepsiCo, Inc. is one of the leading global food and beverage companies. Its complementary brands/businesses include Frito-Lay snacks, Pepsi-Cola beverages, Gatorade sports drinks, Tropicana juices and Quaker foods. The company serves customers in more than 200 countries and territories. 

PEP is a #3 (Hold) on the Zacks Rank, with a VGM Score of B.

Additionally, the company could be a top pick for growth investors. PEP has a Growth Style Score of B, forecasting year-over-year earnings growth of 6% for the current fiscal year.

Five analysts revised their earnings estimate higher in the last 60 days for fiscal 2026, while the Zacks Consensus Estimate has increased $0.06 to $8.63 per share. PEP also boasts an average earnings surprise of +2.7%.

With a solid Zacks Rank and top-tier Growth and VGM Style Scores, PEP should be on investors' short list.

Key Takeaways Royal Caribbean is set to report Q1 results with EPS expected to rise 18.1% and revenues up 11.2%.RCL saw strong bookings, higher pricing and demand driven by new ships and premium offerings.Margin growth likely aided by cost control, AI-driven efficiencies and higher onboard spending. Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. (RCL - Free Report) is scheduled to report first-quarter 2026 results on April 30, before the opening bell.

RCL’s earnings beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate in the trailing three out of four quarters and missed once, the average surprise being 3.7%.

Trend in the Estimate Revision of RCLThe Zacks Consensus Estimate for first-quarter earnings per share (EPS) is pegged at $3.20, indicating a rise of 18.1% from $2.71 reported in the year-ago quarter.

For revenues, the consensus mark is pegged at nearly $4.45 billion. The metric implies a rise of 11.2% from the year-ago quarter’s figure.

Let’s take a look at how things might have shaped up in the quarter to be reported.

Factors Likely to Shape RCL’s Q1 ResultsRoyal Caribbean’s top-line performance in first-quarter 2026 is likely to have been supported by robust demand trends and strong booking momentum. Management highlighted a record start to the year, with the best booking weeks in the company’s history and a significant portion of inventory already booked at higher rates. This indicates healthy pricing power alongside solid volume growth. Demand strength appears broad-based, with direct-to-consumer channels performing well and travel partners also contributing higher bookings at improved pricing, reflecting sustained consumer appetite for cruise vacations.

Another major revenue driver is the continued strength of premium offerings and new ships, which have been attracting high-quality demand and enabling yield expansion. Newly introduced vessels and innovative experiences have been exceeding expectations, helping the company command better pricing. Additionally, the appeal of cruise vacations, driven by value, convenience and bundled experiences, continues to resonate with consumers, many of whom are prioritizing leisure travel and planning to increase spending. Expansion of exclusive destinations and enhanced onboard offerings further boost onboard spending and overall revenue generation.

Our model estimates first-quarter passenger ticket revenues to rise 9.9% year over year to $3.02 billion. We expect onboard and other revenues to rise 12% year over year to $1.4 billion.

On the profitability front, disciplined cost management and operational efficiencies are likely to have supported margins in the first quarter. The company has been leveraging scale benefits from capacity growth while using technology, including AI, to optimize operations such as supply chain, pricing and energy usage. At the same time, a favorable revenue mix, driven by higher yields, strong onboard spending and contributions from joint ventures, is likely to have enhanced earnings. This combination of revenue growth and controlled cost inflation positions the company for margin expansion and stronger bottom-line performance.

What Our Model Says About RCL StockOur proven model doesn’t conclusively predict an earnings beat for Royal Caribbean this time around. The combination of a positive Earnings ESP and a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), 2 (Buy) or 3 (Hold) increases the odds of an earnings beat, which is not the case here.

Royal Caribbean’s Earnings ESP: RCL has an Earnings ESP of +1.41%. You can uncover the best stocks to buy or sell before they’re reported with our Earnings ESP Filter.

RCL’s Zacks Rank: The company currently has a Zacks Rank #4 (Sell).

Stocks Poised to Beat on EarningsHere are some stocks from the Zacks Consumer Discretionary sector that investors may consider, as our model shows that these have the right combination of elements to post an earnings beat.

 Hasbro (HAS - Free Report) has an Earnings ESP of +7.73% and a Zacks Rank of 2 at present. You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here.

In the to-be-reported quarter, Hasbro’s earnings are expected to increase 2.9%. Hasbro’s earnings beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate in each of the trailing four quarters, the average surprise being 43.9%.

 Hilton Worldwide, Inc. (HLT - Free Report) currently has an Earnings ESP of +2.40% and a Zacks Rank of 3.

For the to-be-reported quarter, Hilton Worldwide’s earnings are expected to increase 13.4%. Hilton Worldwide reported better-than-expected earnings in each of the trailing four quarters, the average surprise being 5.7%.

Marriott International, Inc. (MAR - Free Report) currently has an Earnings ESP of +0.44% and a Zacks Rank of 3.

For the to-be-reported quarter, Marriott International’s earnings are expected to increase 11.6%. Marriott International reported better-than-expected earnings in three of the trailing four quarters and missed on one occasion, the average surprise being 0.7%.

Hilton's CEO says he sees the K-shaped economy converging. Justin Sullivan/Getty Images Hilton's CEO said America's K-shaped economy is converging as lower-income consumers are spending more.

During a Tuesday earnings call, CEO Christopher Nassetta said that he expects "improving performance in the lower and mid-chain scales" in the rest of the year.

He said sales growth would continue to "move downstream from luxury and upper upscale toward a more balanced convergence demand shape, or what I have been calling a C-shaped economy."

The term is a play on the K-shaped economy. Analysts and company executives have warned about the economy going K-shaped in recent months — a difference in spending behavior between high- and low-earners.

When asked why he predicted a "C-shaped economy," Nassetta said factors like falling inflation, the expectation of lowered interest rates, and heavy investment in AI are "benefiting the middle and lower income consumer and driving broader demand growth."

He said these were broad, big-picture trends, adding that people should "forget, for the moment, the spike in energy prices and oil because of the war in Iran."

Hilton reported a 3.6% increase in RevPAR — a measure of revenue per available room — in the first quarter of 2026 compared to the same period last year.

Nassetta's comments are at odds with those of other industry executives, who have warned that the K-shaped economy is more divided than ever. Executives of Delta Air Lines, Macy's Inc, and Ralph Lauren previously said that their affluent customer base has driven sales.

On the other side of the "K-shape," food and beverage brands are slashing prices to attract lower-income spenders.

PepsiCo's CEO Ramon Laguarta announced in February that the company would cut the prices of some of its products, such as Lay's, Doritos, and Cheetos, by up to 15%. And at the start of April, McDonald's announced that it was expanding its value menu to include $3 items and $4 meal deals.

However, Visa's CFO on a Wednesday earnings call gave promising indicators that consumer spending is holding strong.

Visa finance chief Christopher Suh said the US payment volume grew 8% in the latest quarter compared to the same period the year before, "reflecting resilience and consumer spending."

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Hilton Worldwide Holdings NYSE: HLT reported its Q1 2026 results on April 28, delivering a quarter that largely met Wall Street expectations. Investors were looking for signs of demand resilience, and, by that standard, they weren't disappointed.

MCLEAN, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc. (NYSE: HLT) (“Hilton”) announced today that its indirect subsidiary Hilton Domestic Operating Company Inc. (the “Issuer”) successfully finalized the terms of the Issuer's offering of $1 billion aggregate principal amount of 5.500% Senior Notes due 2031 (the “Notes”). The Issuer anticipates that consummation of the offering will occur on May 11, 2026, subject to customary closing conditions, and intends to use the net proceeds of the o.

WASILLA, Alaska--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Affinity Hospitality announced the recent “topping off” of the highly anticipated property, Home2 Suites By Hilton Wasilla, AK located at Sun Mountain Center, signifying that the final beam has been placed and that the structural framework is complete. Anticipated to open late 2026, the property will feature spacious suites with full kitchens and 55-inch Smart TVs, design-driven social spaces, inviting outdoor patios and indoor pool and spa, an innovative lobby space and market as well as the brand’s latest contemporary room design, offering business and leisure travelers the flexibility and choices to optimize and elevate their travel experience.

Affinity Hospitality announced Home2 Suites by Hilton® Wasilla Topping Off

Share Funded by its financing partners Northrim Bank and Nuveen Green Capital (NGC), this also marks the first new construction project financed through Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy and Resilience (C-PACER) in the Matanuska-Susitna Borough. Designed for both short-term and extended stay travel occasions, Home2 Suites By Hilton, a four-story all-suites hotel will feature 107 suites and will open at 2242 E. Tysons Trail in Sun Mountain Center, Wasilla, Alaska.

“Wasilla is a vibrant and dynamic market, and with the hotel’s prime location near local business and attractions in the Sun Mountain Mixed-Use District, Home2 Suites is ideally positioned to welcome leisure guests, business travelers and local residents. We are excited to be under construction and look forward to introducing Home2 Suites’ innovative approach to travelers and the MatSu Valley community,” said Ric Marko, Principal, Affinity Hospitality. “We are proud to continue our collaboration with Hilton, Horne Management Group, A&C Investment Group, MWT Architects and H5 Construction to deliver a modern, midscale extended-stay hotel that meets the needs of today’s business and leisure travelers. With its strategic location, Home2 Suites Wasilla is poised to serve as a hub for travelers exploring Southcentral Alaska.”

As Affinity’s second Home2 Suites hotel in Alaska and second hotel in Wasilla, this project reflects the company’s history of creating and enhancing value in hotels for our investment partners through sound strategy and efficient management. Home2 Suites Wasilla features modern extended-stay accommodations and home-like amenities, including spacious suites with fully equipped kitchens, complimentary hot breakfast and flexible indoor and comfortable outdoor spaces with firepits and BBQs. The hotel features an indoor pool and hot tub, fitness center, guest laundry and 936 square feet of meeting space to accommodate functions of up to 47 people. Guests will have easy access to local businesses and attractions, making the hotel attractive to both visitors and the MatSu community.

“We are very excited to welcome the Home2 Suites to Wasilla, the fastest growing city in the State of Alaska, adding to the number of jobs and opportunities to our economy,” said Glenda Ledford, Mayor, City of Wasilla.

C-PACER, which is administered by the Matanuska-Susitna Borough, provides flexible financing solutions for new, ongoing, or recently completed commercial real estate projects. Available in 40 states and Washington D.C., C-PACER has grown in popularity in the commercial real estate market as an attractive financing mechanism, particularly in a liquidity-constrained lending environment.

NGC partnered with Northrim Bank on the project’s $30 million financing package to facilitate the use of the C-PACER program. $11 million in C-PACER financing will be utilized to fund the hotel’s energy efficiency, water conservation, and seismic resilience measures, which are crucial, due to the frequency of earthquakes in Alaska—known to be the most seismically active state in the U.S. The hotel’s C-PACER-funded energy efficiency measures will enable it to operate with a reduced carbon footprint and lower operating costs.

"We are proud to partner with Northrim Bank and Affinity Hospitality once again to provide an accretive financing package for this new Home2 Suites by Hilton—the first new construction C-PACE project in the Matanuska-Susitna Borough. As C-PACE gains momentum across the U.S. as a cost-effective financing solution for commercial projects at every stage of construction, it is exciting to see its positive impact on Alaska's commercial real estate industry," said Aidan McLaughlin, Director of Originations for NGC.

About Affinity Hospitality

Affinity Hospitality is a hotel development, consulting and asset management firm providing a full range of acquisition and disposition expertise for its investors, as well as customized strategies proven to enhance hotel value and optimize investor returns by utilizing a unique blend of experience, resources, and relationships. Drawing on decades of experience designing, developing, constructing and operating hotels, Affinity’s objective is to consistently provide the highest possible stakeholder returns by implementing productive, sustainable business strategies. Affinity’s efforts have been supported by many team members, including its counsel, Sandman Savrann PLLC, a national hotel industry law firm.

For more information, visit www.affinityhospitality.com

About Nuveen Green Capital

With over $4 billion originated, Nuveen Green Capital is a national leader in sustainable commercial real estate financing solutions and an affiliate of Nuveen, the $1 trillion+1 asset manager and wholly owned subsidiary of TIAA. The company, which was founded by C-PACE industry pioneers who helped design the nation's first successful statewide C-PACE program2, has grown to offer a market-leading suite of accretive CRE financing products and a full-service lending platform with all underwriting, legal, and asset management functions executed in-house.

For more information, visit www.nuveen.com/greencapital.

About Northrim Bank

Northrim Bank is an Alaska-based community bank with 20 branches in Anchorage, Eagle River, Fairbanks, Homer, Juneau, Ketchikan, Kodiak, Nome, Sitka, Soldotna, and Wasilla, serving approximately 90% of Alaska’s population; and differentiates itself with its detailed knowledge of Alaska’s economy and its “Superior Customer First Service” philosophy. The bank has two wholly-owned subsidiaries, Sallyport Commercial Finance, LLC, a specialty finance company and Residential Mortgage, LLC, a regional home mortgage company. For more information, visit www.northrim.com.

About Anchorage C-PACER

The Matanuska Borough launched C-PACER (Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy & Resilience) in April 2021 and relaunched in 2023 after State Statutes were amended to expand the program’s eligibility scope. C-PACER allows commercial and industrial property owners to implement clean energy & resilience measures to their property and pay back the loan through a voluntary special assessment. For more information, visit www.cpacer.muni.org or contact [email protected].

About Home2 Suites by Hilton

Home2 Suites by Hilton, one of the fastest growing brands in Hilton’s history, is a mid-tier, all-suite, award-winning extended-stay hotel concept designed to offer stylish accommodations with flexible guest room configurations and home-like amenities for value-conscious guests and their pets. With a commitment to environmentally friendly products and hotel operations, Home2 Suites by Hilton offers complimentary hot breakfast, innovative and customizable guestroom designs, laundry and fitness areas, multiple outdoor spaces, expansive community spaces and pet-friendly environments. Home2 Suites by Hilton has more than 800 open hotels with nearly 760 in development. Experience a positive stay at Home2 Suites by Hilton by booking at home2suites.com or through the industry-leading Hilton Honors app. Hilton Honors members who book directly through preferred Hilton channels have access to instant benefits. Learn more about Home2 Suites by Hilton at stories.hilton.com/home2suites, and follow the brand on Facebook and Instagram.

1 Total assets under management (AUM) as of 1/1/2025
2 The United States Department of Energy: 2016 C-PACE Report lists the Connecticut C-PACE program as the first statewide C-PACE program in the U.S.

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Firm Recognized as Multi-Brand Developer of the Year with Four Additional Project Awards Spanning Focused Service, All Suites, New Development and Conversion Categories

ATLANTA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Peachtree Group announced it was recognized with five honors at Hilton’s 2025 Americas Development Awards, including Multi-Brand Developer of the Year, underscoring the strength of the firm’s hospitality development platform and longstanding partnership with Hilton. The annual awards recognize outstanding owners, development partners and hotel teams across the Americas for excellence in development, innovation and hospitality.

Peachtree Group announced it was recognized with five honors at Hilton’s 2025 Americas Development Awards, including Multi-Brand Developer of the Year.

Share Peachtree Group Principal Mitul Patel was named Multi-Brand Developer of the Year, recognizing leadership across Hilton’s portfolio and the firm's continued expansion of high-quality hospitality assets throughout the United States.

In addition to the platform award, Peachtree Group and its development partners received recognition across multiple categories:

Focused Service U.S. Developer of the Year – Hampton Inn & Suites Maui North Shore developed by Peachtree Group and Blackridge Group All Suites U.S. Developer of the Year – Embassy Suites by Hilton Gulf Shores Beach Resort developed by Peachtree Group and Woodbine Hospitality Group Curio Collection by Hilton New Build Award – The Ava Hotel Paso Robles, Curio Collection by Hilton developed by Peachtree Group and Paso Robles Hotel Partners, LLC Hilton Garden Inn Conversion Award – Hilton Garden Inn North Phoenix Scottsdale developed by Peachtree Group “These recognitions reflect the strength of our development platform and the partnerships that make these projects possible,” Patel said. “We have built our platform around identifying compelling markets, executing complex developments and delivering hotels that create long-term value for guests, communities and investment partners. We are honored to be recognized by Hilton alongside our development partners.”

Peachtree Group has partnered with leading hospitality brands for nearly two decades, and today maintains a hotel development portfolio and pipeline exceeding $2 billion nationwide, spanning urban infill developments, destination resorts, lifestyle properties and select-service hotels. The firm’s vertically integrated platform supports development, lending, acquisitions, asset management and hotel operations.

“These awards reflect the strength of our investment, development, asset management and operations teams and their ability to identify markets and projects we believe can create long-term value,” said Greg Friedman, managing principal and CEO, Peachtree Group. “We have built an outstanding development platform, and our teams help drive performance well beyond opening day. We remain bullish on hospitality, particularly newer, premium-branded hotels, as limited new supply and strong long-term demand trends continue to support many of the markets where we invest, including future developments such as our dual-branded Embassy Suites and Tempo by Hilton project in downtown Austin.”

Hilton selected winners from hotels opened during 2025 across the Americas, recognizing achievements in development excellence, design innovation, brand growth and community impact. Hilton added more than 400 hotels across the region during the year, with 59 projects and development partners receiving awards.

About Peachtree Group

Peachtree Group is a vertically integrated investment management firm specializing in identifying and capitalizing on opportunities in dislocated markets, anchored by commercial real estate. Today, the company manages billions in capital across acquisitions, development and lending, augmented by services designed to protect, support and grow its investments. For more information, visit www.peachtreegroup.com.

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MCLEAN, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Hilton (NYSE: HLT) today announced the launch of Undergraduate by Hilton, a new upper-midscale brand developed to serve a broader range of college and university markets. Building on the success of Graduate by Hilton, the brand introduces a complementary expression of college-town hospitality. Undergraduate will extend Hilton’s presence with a flexible model designed to unlock development opportunities at scale and a cost structure suited to the demand in more campus-driven markets.

The brand has long-term expansion potential of 400-500 hotels, with the first property anticipated to open in 2027. This is in addition to market opportunities identified for the Graduate brand.

Undergraduate by Hilton is designed for travelers visiting college towns, from students and families, to alumni, sports fans, business travelers and conference attendees. These destinations see consistent, year-round demand tied to tours, athletic weekends and campus gatherings, often placing pressure on hotel availability – particularly for options that balance character, quality and price point. Undergraduate responds to this dynamic with a campus-connected hotel concept that reflects the social rhythm of college life, paired with the consistency and reliability of a Hilton stay, offering a more flexible, accessible complement to the Graduate by Hilton experience.

“We saw a clear opportunity to bring the energy, design and experiences people love about campus communities to more university towns with this new brand. Undergraduate by Hilton unveils an exciting new era of college‑town hospitality, expanding how we show up for campus-connected travelers – offering more stay options while supporting disciplined, long‑term growth across our portfolio,” said Chris Nassetta, president and CEO, Hilton. “Undergraduate reflects the ongoing momentum of our Lifestyle portfolio, which is one of the most dynamic areas of expansion for our company as we plan to grow to offer 700 Lifestyle hotels globally by 2028, with 60 opening this year alone.”

Built for Flexible Growth in College Markets

Each Undergraduate by Hilton property is designed to balance development efficiency with a guest experience that feels energetic and rooted in the pace of college life. With a model that supports both new builds and conversions in close proximity to campus, the brand pairs a structured, scalable approach with thoughtful opportunities for owners to reflect the spirit of their local campus communities while delivering the consistency guests expect from Hilton. Key elements include:

Social public spaces built to feel like an always-on, off-campus hangout, with a dynamic lounge and library-inspired areas to welcome guests, students and locals throughout the day. A prototypical approach that is cohesive yet flexible, allowing hotels to easily and enthusiastically tap into their local college culture through authentic customization, a robust art program and simple details described as “retro the right way.” Guest rooms are crafted as “creative classrooms” supporting a range of stay occasions, combining bold, purposeful design with adaptable layouts anchored by a dedicated study corner and functional storage. A barista-led all-day market and social space designed as an energetic off-campus hangout, featuring grab-and-go retail, curated essentials and cult-favorite items designed for on-the-go convenience from morning through late evening. A cocktail program powered by Authentic Hospitality, the group behind buzzy New York City venues like Ray’s and Pebble Bar, amps up the bar offering for properties seeking a more elevated experience. Channeling the spirit of a favorite college dive bar, menus playfully elevate campus classics. “We’re continuously evolving how we connect with the next generation of travelers by creating new ways to stay within the places that matter most to them,” said Chris Silcock, president, global brands and commercial services, Hilton. “With Undergraduate by Hilton, we’re broadening the stay experiences we offer, pairing community-led experiences with the scale of Hilton’s global platform to expand choice and deliver long-term value for owners.”

Continued Momentum in Hilton’s Lifestyle Portfolio

Undergraduate joins Hilton’s rapidly growing Lifestyle portfolio, which is projected to grow to 700 hotels globally by 2028, driven by sustained demand for design-forward, culturally relevant and experience-led stays.

Undergraduate complements Graduate by Hilton, the company’s fully bespoke, design-driven upper-upscale lifestyle brand in university destinations, which has nearly 60 hotels in various stages of development in new collegiate markets like Tuscaloosa, Ala.; Manhattan, Kan.; Syracuse, N.Y.; Savannah, Ga.; Laramie, Wyo.; Flagstaff, Ariz.; and Boulder, Colo. The recent launches of new brands, including Outset Collection by Hilton, which has recently opened properties in San Diego, Calif. and Richmond, Va., and Hilton’s exclusive agreement with lifestyle brand YOTEL, the first brand under Select by Hilton, have fueled one of Hilton’s fastest-growing categories. The growth of Collections brands like Curio Collection by Hilton and Tapestry Collection by Hilton has also reinforced Hilton’s commitment to Lifestyle growth as both brands have surpassed 200 trading properties globally. A new generation of Canopy Hotels—Hilton’s first Lifestyle brand, defined by elevated design, crafted food & beverage and local sensibility—is also driving the category’s expansion through its evolution with upcoming openings in top destinations like Bangkok, Milan, Deer Valley and New York City. Motto by Hilton is set to triple its portfolio through entry into new global markets like Shanghai; Sydney; and Paris. With more than 70 hotels in development, Tempo by Hilton continues to pick up pace, with openings this year in Nashville, Tenn.; Savannah, Ga.; and Washington, D.C., and additional properties coming soon in destinations including San Diego, Calif., and Mesa, Ariz. Undergraduate by Hilton will participate in Hilton Honors, the award-winning guest loyalty program for Hilton’s world-class portfolio of brands and exclusive partners, including Explora Journeys, Small Luxury Hotels of the World, AutoCamp and more. The more than 250 million Hilton Honors members who book directly through preferred Hilton channels have access to instant benefits and contactless technology exclusively through the industry-leading Hilton Honors app.

FAQ: Undergraduate by Hilton

What is Undergraduate by Hilton?

Undergraduate by Hilton is an upper-midscale hotel brand designed for a broad range of college and university markets. The brand delivers campus-connected stays through a structured, scalable design framework tailored to local market needs, while maintaining the comfort, reliability and backing of Hilton’s commercial engine and loyalty platform. How is Undergraduate by Hilton different from Graduate by Hilton?

Building on the success of Graduate by Hilton, Undergraduate by Hilton introduces a distinct but complementary expression of college-town hospitality. Graduate by Hilton is an upper-upscale, fully bespoke, design-driven lifestyle brand with highly individualized design and robust, full-service food and beverage programming. Undergraduate by Hilton is positioned in the upper-midscale segment, built on a flexible, prototypical model that enables a more scalable and efficient approach to development. Together, the two brands allow Hilton to serve a wider range of college travel occasions with clear differentiation in design, experience and scale. What type of traveler will stay at Undergraduate by Hilton?

Undergraduate by Hilton is designed for travelers visiting college communities, including current and prospective students, parents and families, alumni, sports fans and conference guests. These travelers are drawn to campus destinations for academic events, sporting weekends, campus visits and regional gatherings and are seeking a stay experience that reflects local culture and community energy while delivering the consistency and reliability of Hilton. Why is Hilton launching Undergraduate by Hilton?

Hilton is launching Undergraduate by Hilton to expand its portfolio into additional college markets and stay occasions. The brand enables Hilton to serve communities that can support a lifestyle-forward hotel at an upper-midscale price point, while preserving the distinct positioning of its upper-upscale Graduate by Hilton brand. Undergraduate reinforces Hilton’s disciplined portfolio growth strategy by clearly differentiating scale, service model and design ethos across its college-oriented brands. When can guests stay at Undergraduate by Hilton?

The first Undergraduate by Hilton hotel is anticipated to open in 2027. Is Undergraduate by Hilton a student housing concept?

No. Undergraduate by Hilton is a hotel brand designed for college and university markets, not a student housing concept. Hotels will welcome a range of travelers, including students, locals, parents, alumni, sports fans and business or conference guests. About Hilton

Hilton (NYSE: HLT) is a leading global hospitality company with a portfolio of 28 world-class brands comprising more than 9,200 properties and over 1.3 million rooms, in 144 countries and territories. Dedicated to fulfilling its founding vision to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality, Hilton has welcomed over 4 billion guests in its more than 100-year history. Named as the No. 1 World’s Best Workplace by Great Place to Work and Fortune, Hilton aims to create the best culture for its 500,000 team members around the world. Hilton has introduced industry-leading technology enhancements to improve the guest experience, including Digital Key Share, automated complimentary room upgrades and the ability to book confirmed connecting rooms. Through the award-winning guest loyalty program Hilton Honors, the more than 250 million Hilton Honors members who book directly with Hilton can earn Points for hotel stays and experiences money can't buy. With the free Hilton Honors app, guests can book their stay, select their room, check in, unlock their door with a Digital Key and check out, all from their smartphone. Visit stories.hilton.com for more information, and connect with Hilton on Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram and YouTube.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. These statements include, but are not limited to, statements related to our expectations regarding the performance of our business, future financial results, liquidity and capital resources and other non-historical statements. In some cases, you can identify these forward-looking statements by the use of words such as "outlook," "believes," "expects," "forecasts," "potential," "continues," "may," "will," "should," "could," "seeks," "projects," "predicts," "intends," "plans," "estimates," "anticipates" or the negative version of these words or other comparable words. Such forward-looking statements are subject to various risks and uncertainties including, among others, risks inherent to the hospitality industry; macroeconomic factors beyond our control, such as inflation, changes in interest rates, challenges due to labor shortages or disputes and supply chain disruptions; the loss of key senior management personnel; competition for hotel guests and management and franchise contracts; risks related to doing business with third-party hotel owners; performance of our information technology systems; growth of reservation channels outside of our system; risks of doing business outside of the U.S.; risks associated with geopolitical conflicts, including Iran; uncertainty resulting from U.S. and global political trends, tariffs and other policies, including potential barriers to travel, trade and immigration and other geopolitical events; and our indebtedness. Additional factors that could cause our results to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements can be found under the section entitled "Part I—Item 1A. Risk Factors" of our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2025, which is filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") and is accessible on the SEC's website at www.sec.gov. Accordingly, there are or will be important factors that could cause actual outcomes or results to differ materially from those indicated in these statements. These factors should not be construed as exhaustive and should be read in conjunction with the other cautionary statements that are included in this press release and in our filings with the SEC. We undertake no obligation to publicly update or review any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future developments or otherwise, except as required by law.

ATLANTA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Peachtree Group (“Peachtree”) announced the completion of a comprehensive renovation at its Hilton Garden Inn Jackson, a 98-room select-service property held within the firm’s Delaware Statutory Trust (“DST”) investment program. The strategic reinvestment enhances the property's competitive position in the West Tennessee market.

Peachtree Group announced the completion of a comprehensive renovation at its Hilton Garden Inn Jackson.

Share “This renovation underscores our focus on active asset management and disciplined reinvestment,” said Tim Witt, president of Peachtree’s DST program. “We are enhancing asset quality and positioning the property to continue its leading position within the market.”

The project reflects Peachtree’s approach to capital allocation across its vertically integrated platform, where targeted reinvestment is used to drive occupancy, rate growth and operating efficiency. The upgrades also improve marketability and support Peachtree’s focus on risk-adjusted returns.

The Hilton Garden Inn Jackson renovation included upgrades across the property:

Guest rooms: All rooms, including seven ADA-compliant units, received new finishes, upgraded furniture, enhanced lighting and connected-room entertainment systems. Public spaces: The lobby, Garden Grille & Bar and meeting areas were refreshed with contemporary finishes, new furnishings and upgraded lighting. Amenities: The expanded market concept (HGI “The Shop”), new fitness equipment, a refreshed pool deck and updated corridors and guest laundry facilities were upgraded and enhanced. These improvements position the property to better capture demand across corporate transient, small group and leisure segments, while reducing maintenance needs and improving operating efficiency.

Located along the Interstate 40 corridor, Jackson benefits from a diverse economic base supported by healthcare, manufacturing and regional tourism.

“In today’s environment, value creation is driven by execution, not just acquisition,” Witt added. “For our investors, that means focusing on the levers we can control, improving operations, enhancing the physical asset and positioning for long-term cash flow and exit value.”

About Peachtree Group

Peachtree Group is a vertically integrated investment management firm specializing in identifying and capitalizing on opportunities in dislocated markets, anchored by commercial real estate. Today, the company manages billions in capital across acquisitions, development and lending, augmented by services designed to protect, support and grow its investments. For more information, visit www.peachtreegroup.com.

MCLEAN, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--As work becomes more digital, fast-paced and increasingly disconnected, a critical driver of workplace performance in every sector is being overlooked: human-led hospitality. Today, Hilton unveiled “The Hospitality Mindset: A New Blueprint for Culture and Performance for Any Industry,” a new report where workers overwhelmingly cite human-centered factors as the strongest drivers of productivity and satisfaction at work. The report combines new workforce research fr.

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