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Based on Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, Inc.'s historical closing prices, adjusted for stock splits and dividend reinvestment. Past performance does not guarantee future results. This is for informational purposes only and is not financial advice.

What does Wyndham Hotels & Resorts do?

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts is a global hotel franchisor that licenses its brands — including Super 8, Days Inn, La Quinta, and Wyndham Grand — to independent hotel owners. It also manages select properties directly and operates the Wyndham Rewards loyalty program. The company spans roughly 9,000 hotels across approximately 95 countries.

Does WH pay dividends?

Yes, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts pays a regular dividend. The franchise-driven business model generates recurring fee income that supports cash returns to shareholders. Investors should check the company's investor relations page for the current dividend rate and payment schedule, as these can change.

When does WH report earnings?

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts reports financial results on a quarterly cadence, in line with standard US-listed company practice. For the exact timing of upcoming earnings releases, refer to the company's investor relations page or financial calendar.

Is WH a good stock to buy?

UQS Score rates WH as Below Average overall. The Quality and Valuation pillars are Good, but the Moat, Growth, and Risk pillars are all Weak. This mixed profile means the stock may suit certain investors but carries notable concerns. The full pillar breakdown is available to UQS Pro members.

Is WH overvalued?

The UQS Valuation pillar for WH registers as Good, suggesting the stock is not obviously overpriced relative to its fundamentals. However, valuation should always be considered alongside the company's growth and risk profile — both of which are currently rated Weak — before drawing conclusions.

How does WH compare to its competitors?

Wyndham's closest rival in the economy and midscale franchise space is Choice Hotels. Hyatt competes at the luxury end, while Atour targets the Chinese lifestyle hotel market. Wyndham's scale — roughly 9,000 hotels globally — is a differentiator, though its UQS Moat pillar rates as Weak relative to the sector.

What is WH's market cap bracket?

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts is classified as a mid-cap company. This places it in a range that typically offers more liquidity than small-cap peers while still carrying more volatility risk than large-cap or mega-cap names in the Consumer Cyclical sector.

Who founded Wyndham Hotels & Resorts?

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts was incorporated in 2018 as an independent publicly traded company following its spin-off from Wyndham Worldwide. The broader Wyndham brand heritage traces back decades in the hospitality industry. Founding context for the parent organization is widely available through public historical records.

Is WH a long-term quality investment?

As a long-term quality indicator, WH's UQS profile presents a mixed picture. The Good Quality pillar reflects some operational consistency, but the Weak Moat and Weak Growth pillars suggest limited durable competitive advantage and constrained expansion prospects. Long-term investors should review the full analysis available to UQS Pro members.

What is the main competitive advantage of Wyndham Hotels & Resorts?

Wyndham's primary advantage is its scale — operating one of the largest hotel franchise systems in the world, with around 9,000 properties across roughly 95 countries. Its Wyndham Rewards loyalty program also supports repeat customer engagement. However, the UQS Moat pillar currently rates this advantage as Weak relative to sector peers.

What sector does WH belong to?

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts is classified in the Consumer Cyclical sector. This means its business performance is closely tied to consumer spending patterns and broader economic conditions, including travel demand, which can fluctuate significantly through economic cycles.

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, Inc. shows solid profitability with healthy returns on capital and reasonable margins.

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, Inc. faces growth headwinds with declining or stagnant revenue trends.

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, Inc. presents elevated risk with concerns around leverage or financial stability.

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, Inc. trades at a reasonable valuation with decent earnings yield and FCF multiples.

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, Inc. operates in a highly competitive environment with limited sustainable advantages. The Moat pillar evaluates competitive advantages across five dimensions: Switching Costs, Network Effects, Cost Advantage, Intangible Assets, and Scale & Ecosystem. Sign in to customize moat ratings for WH.

The UQS (Unified Quality Score) for Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, Inc. is calculated using a proprietary 6-pillar framework with 29 financial metrics. Each pillar evaluates a different dimension on a 0–100 scale, then combines into a single weighted score. Scoring thresholds are calibrated per sector. Momentum is an optional Pro toggle — without it, you get the 5-pillar / 25-metric core shown below.

Quality (25%) measures profitability and capital efficiency — ROIC, ROE, margins, GP/Assets, and FCF Yield.

Moat (25%) assesses Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, Inc.'s competitive advantages across switching costs, network effects, cost advantages, intangible assets, and ecosystem scale.

Growth (20%) tracks revenue trajectory and earnings momentum, combining historical results with analyst forward estimates.

Risk (15%) is inversely scored — lower leverage and strong balance sheet health result in higher scores.

Valuation (15%) measures whether Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, Inc. is fairly priced using earnings yield, price-to-FCF, PEG ratio, and EV/EBITDA relative to sector peers.

Six investor-inspired presets are available, each with different pillar weights: Balanced, Buffett, Munger, Lynch, Cathie Wood, and Graham. The public score shown here uses the Balanced preset. Learn more in our FAQ.