U S Global Investors Inc. boosted its holdings in Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ:MAR – Free Report) by 90.2% in the 3rd quarter, according to the company in its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The firm owned 4,850 shares of the company’s stock after purchasing an additional 2,300 shares during the quarter. U S Global Investors Inc.’s holdings in Marriott International were worth $1,725,000 at the end of the most recent quarter.
Other hedge funds and other institutional investors have also recently added to or reduced their stakes in the company. Kintegral Advisory LLC grew its holdings in Marriott International by 0.6% during the third quarter. Kintegral Advisory LLC now owns 4,731 shares of the company’s stock worth $1,683,000 after buying an additional 26 shares in the last quarter. World Equity Group Inc. grew its holdings in Marriott International by 2.0% during the second quarter. World Equity Group Inc. now owns 1,437 shares of the company’s stock valued at $533,000 after purchasing an additional 28 shares during the period. Haven Capital Group Inc. raised its stake in Marriott International by 0.3% in the 1st quarter. Haven Capital Group Inc. now owns 10,064 shares of the company’s stock valued at $3,292,000 after acquiring an additional 30 shares during the period. Empirical Financial Services LLC d.b.a. Empirical Wealth Management raised its position in shares of Marriott International by 1.2% in the first quarter. Empirical Financial Services LLC d.b.a. Empirical Wealth Management now owns 2,472 shares of the company’s stock valued at $808,000 after purchasing an additional 30 shares during the period. Finally, Paragon Private Wealth Management LLC raised its holdings in Marriott International by 4.4% during the 1st quarter. Paragon Private Wealth Management LLC now owns 743 shares of the company’s stock valued at $243,000 after acquiring an additional 31 shares during the period. 70.70% of the stock is owned by institutional investors.
Insider Activity
In other Marriott International news, insider David S. Marriott sold 3,500 shares of Marriott International stock in a transaction that occurred on Friday, September 25th. The shares were sold at an average price of $352.09, for a total transaction of $1,232,315.00. Following the completion of the sale, the insider directly owned 282,383 shares in the company, valued at approximately $99,424,230.47. The trade was a 1.22% decrease in their position. The sale was disclosed in a legal filing with the SEC, which is accessible through the SEC website. Also, insider Deborah Harrison sold 3,500 shares of the company’s stock in a transaction on Friday, September 25th. The shares were sold at an average price of $352.09, for a total transaction of $1,232,315.00. Following the completion of the sale, the insider directly owned 282,383 shares in the company, valued at $99,424,230.47. This trade represents a 1.22% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The SEC filing for this sale provides additional information. Company insiders own 11.43% of the company’s stock.
Marriott International Price Performance
NASDAQ:MAR opened at $396.80 on Friday. The business has a fifty day moving average price of $355.29 and a 200-day moving average price of $364.54. Marriott International, Inc. has a one year low of $256.76 and a one year high of $410.98. The firm has a market capitalization of $103.47 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 36.86, a price-to-earnings-growth ratio of 3.04 and a beta of 1.17.
Marriott International (NASDAQ:MAR – Get Free Report) last announced its quarterly earnings data on Monday, August 3rd. The company reported $3.19 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, topping analysts’ consensus estimates of $3.08 by $0.11. Marriott International had a net margin of 9.62% and a negative return on equity of 75.81%. The firm had revenue of $2.01 billion during the quarter, compared to analysts’ expectations of $7.19 billion. During the same period in the prior year, the company posted $2.65 earnings per share. The company’s revenue for the quarter was up 4.8% compared to the same quarter last year. Marriott International has set its FY 2026 guidance at 11.640-11.810 EPS and its Q3 2026 guidance at 2.740-2.820 EPS. On average, equities research analysts expect that Marriott International, Inc. will post 11.72 earnings per share for the current fiscal year.
Marriott International Announces Dividend
The business also recently disclosed a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Wednesday, September 30th. Stockholders of record on Thursday, August 20th were issued a dividend of $0.73 per share. The ex-dividend date of this dividend was Thursday, August 20th. This represents a $2.92 dividend on an annualized basis and a dividend yield of 0.7%. Marriott International’s payout ratio is 30.26%.
Analysts Set New Price Targets
A number of research firms recently weighed in on MAR. Morgan Stanley upped their target price on shares of Marriott International from $384.00 to $403.00 and gave the stock an “overweight” rating in a report on Thursday. Freedom Broker initiated coverage on shares of Marriott International in a report on Wednesday, October 14th. They set a “buy” rating and a $408.00 target price on the stock. China Intl Cap raised Marriott International to a “strong-buy” rating in a research note on Wednesday, August 12th. JPMorgan Chase & Co. upped their price target on Marriott International from $388.00 to $406.00 and gave the company a “neutral” rating in a research report on Wednesday. Finally, Truist Financial upped their target price on shares of Marriott International from $356.00 to $360.00 and gave the stock a “hold” rating in a research report on Thursday, September 10th. Two investment analysts have rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, thirteen have issued a Buy rating, eleven have issued a Hold rating and one has issued a Sell rating to the company’s stock. Based on data from MarketBeat, Marriott International currently has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus target price of $383.52.
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Marriott International News Roundup
Here are the key news stories impacting Marriott International this week:
- Positive Sentiment: Morgan Stanley raised its Marriott price target from $384 to $403 and maintained an “overweight” rating, citing the potential for Marriott and other hotel operators to exceed third-quarter estimates because of stronger U.S. room revenue growth. Marriott International, Hoteliers Poised for Q3 Beats on US Room Revenue Growth, Morgan Stanley Says
- Positive Sentiment: JPMorgan raised its price target from $388 to $406, while Wells Fargo reportedly expects Marriott’s stock to rise. Freedom Broker also initiated coverage with a “buy” rating. JPMorgan Marriott analyst action Wells Fargo Marriott stock outlook Freedom Broker initiates coverage of Marriott International
- Positive Sentiment: Zacks highlighted Marriott’s strong earnings-surprise history and said its current indicators point to a potential earnings beat. The company previously exceeded quarterly EPS expectations and has projected full-year 2026 EPS of approximately $11.64–$11.81. Will Marriott Beat Estimates Again?
- Neutral Sentiment: Marriott signed agreements for four new hotels in Malaysia, including W Langkawi and Ritz-Carlton Putrajaya, supporting longer-term international room growth. Marriott signs four new hotels in Malaysia
- Neutral Sentiment: The Marriott Vacation Clubs, operated by Marriott Vacations Worldwide rather than Marriott International, announced a 2027 destination music event; the direct financial effect on MAR is likely limited. Marriott Vacation Clubs and Topeka collaboration
- Negative Sentiment: JPMorgan’s “neutral” rating and target implying only modest upside may temper enthusiasm. With MAR trading at a high earnings multiple near 41 times and close to its 12-month peak, investors may be taking profits despite constructive operating expectations.
About Marriott International
Marriott International, Inc is a global hospitality company that develops, franchises, licenses and manages hotels, resorts, residences and other lodging properties. Its portfolio includes brands such as Marriott Hotels, Sheraton, Westin, W Hotels, The Ritz-Carlton, St. Regis, JW Marriott, Courtyard, Fairfield by Marriott, Residence Inn and Element. The company also operates Marriott Bonvoy, a travel loyalty program that provides members with benefits and rewards across participating properties and travel experiences.
Marriott traces its origins to 1927, when J.
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