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StocksMedium•13 February 2026•

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Hilton Declares Dividend but Issues Weak 2026 Guidance as Bill Ackman Exits Position

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Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc. (HLT) has announced a quarterly dividend of $0.15 per share, reflecting a stable payout ratio of 6.7%. Despite beating fourth-quarter earnings estimates, the hospitality giant issued long-term guidance for fiscal year 2026 that fell short of Wall Street expectations. Adding to the cautious sentiment, Bill Ackman’s Pershing Square Capital Management has completely exited its investment position in the company. The combination of disappointing forward-looking projections and the departure of a high-profile institutional investor has weighed on market sentiment. However, the company's current financial health remains supported by its consistent dividend policy. Investors are now closely monitoring how Hilton will navigate the evolving travel landscape amid these revised growth targets.