HST - Host Hotels & Resorts Inc. Reports Third Quarter 2023 Results

Maintains Midpoint of Full Year RevPAR Growth Guidance
Repurchases $100 Million of Common Shares in Quarter
Announces Hyatt Transformational Capital Program

BETHESDA, Md., Nov. 01, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Host Hotels & Resorts, Inc. (NASDAQ: HST) (the “Company”), the nation’s largest lodging real estate investment trust (“REIT”), today announced results for third quarter of 2023.

_{* Additional detail on the Company’s results, including data for 22 domestic markets, is available in the Third Quarter 2023 Supplemental Financial Information on the Company’s website at www.hosthotels.com .}

James F. Risoleo, President and Chief Executive Officer, said, “Host delivered comparable hotel RevPAR growth of 1.8% over the third quarter of 2022, driven by improvements in group business, which were offset by moderating rates at our resort properties. We continued to see positive operating trends at our convention and downtown hotels leading to an increase in occupancy of 150 basis points for the quarter.”

Risoleo continued, “We have also reached an agreement with Hyatt to complete transformational reinvestment capital projects at six properties as we build on our successful capital allocation strategy over the past few years. In addition, we repurchased approximately $100 million of our common stock and paid a third quarter dividend of $0.18 per share, a 20% increase over the second quarter dividend. Despite the impact of the wildfires in Maui, we maintained the midpoint of our previous full year comparable hotel RevPAR growth at 8% and tightened our full year guidance range to 7.25% to 8.75%, which remains relatively wide given the evolving nature of demand on Maui. We believe our strong balance sheet puts us in a position to execute on multiple fronts, and as a result, leaves Host well positioned for future growth.”

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_{(1) NAREIT Funds From Operations (“FFO”) per diluted share, Adjusted FFO per diluted share, EBITDA re , Adjusted EBITDA re and comparable hotel revenues are non-GAAP (U.S. generally accepted accounting principles) financial measures within the meaning of the rules of the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”). See the Notes to Financial Information on why the Company believes these supplemental measures are useful, reconciliations to the most directly comparable GAAP measure, and the limitations on the use of these supplemental measures. Additionally, comparable hotel results and statistics include adjustments for dispositions, acquisitions and non-comparable hotels. See Hotel Operating Data for RevPAR results of the portfolio based on the Company’s ownership period without these adjustments.}

HIGHLIGHTS:

• Comparable hotel RevPAR was $201.32 in the third quarter and $214.67 year-to-date, representing an increase of 1.8% and 10.4%, respectively, compared to the same periods in 2022, primarily driven by an increase in occupancy for the quarter and growth in both occupancy and rate year-to-date. Continued growth in city-center markets fueled by improvements in group business led to the overall improvement, offsetting moderating rates at resorts in comparison to the third quarter of 2022.
• Comparable hotel Total RevPAR was $312.35 for the third quarter and $348.41 year-to-date, representing a decrease of 0.6% and an increase of 11.0%, respectively, compared to the same periods in 2022. The decrease for the quarter was driven by the impacts of the wildfires in Maui and lower attrition and cancelation fees and group spend in comparison to the third quarter of 2022.
• Generated GAAP net income of $113 million in the third quarter, a slight decrease compared to the third quarter of 2022, while GAAP operating profit margin was 12.9% for the quarter, an increase of 50 basis points compared to the third quarter of 2022. For the quarter, business interruption gains of $54 million were offset by the decline in comparable hotel EBITDA, discussed below, and taxes related to the business interruption gains. Year-to-date, GAAP net income of $618 million reflected an increase compared to 2022, primarily due to an increase in operating profit and gain on asset sales, while GAAP operating profit margin remained static compared to 2022 at 16.4%.
• Comparable hotel EBITDA was $314 million for the third quarter, representing a decline compared to third quarter 2022 results, and reflecting a decrease in comparable hotel EBITDA margin of 280 basis points to 26.6%. As expected, in addition to higher insurance and utility expenses, third quarter margin declines were driven by stabilized staffing levels in comparison to third quarter of 2022, and lower attrition and cancelation fees. Year-to-date, comparable hotel EBITDA was $1,202 million and comparable hotel EBITDA margin was 30.8%.
• Adjusted EBITDA re was $361 million for the third quarter and $1,251 million year-to-date, both exceeding the same periods in 2022 and benefiting from the business interruption proceeds discussed below.
• As of November 1, 2023, the Company has received insurance proceeds of $208 million out of the expected potential insurance recovery of approximately $310 million for covered costs related to damage and disruption caused by Hurricane Ian in September 2022. In the third quarter, $54 million of these proceeds were recognized as a gain on business interruption.
• Following the August wildfires in Maui, Hawaii, the Company’s three hotels in that region continue to provide food and shelter for employees, their families, and emergency response teams. The Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa began welcoming back new guests on November 1. While there was not any reported property damage to the Company’s hotels or golf courses, the Company estimates that net income and Adjusted EBITDA re from its Maui hotels and joint venture timeshare were impacted by approximately $7 million in the third quarter, RevPAR was impacted by 60 basis points and Total RevPAR was impacted by 120 basis points.
• Reached an agreement with Hyatt to complete transformational reinvestment capital projects at six properties in the Company’s portfolio, the Grand Hyatt Atlanta in Buckhead, Grand Hyatt Washington, Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego, Hyatt Regency Austin, Hyatt Regency Washington on Capitol Hill, and Hyatt Regency Reston. These investments are intended to position the targeted hotels to compete better in their respective markets while seeking to enhance long-term performance. The total investment is expected to be approximately $550-$600 million, two-thirds of which the Company was planning to invest as part of its capital plan over the next few years. The Company expects to invest $125-$200 million per year over the next three to four years on this program. Hyatt has agreed to provide additional priority returns on the agreed upon investments and operating profit guarantees totaling $40 million to offset expected business disruptions.
• Comparable hotel RevPAR for October is estimated to be $229, a 2.4% improvement over 2022.
  

BALANCE SHEET

The Company maintains a robust balance sheet, with the following balances at September 30, 2023:

• Total assets of $12.3 billion.
• Debt balance of $4.2 billion, with a weighted average maturity of 4.5 years, a weighted average interest rate of 4.6%, and a balanced maturity schedule with the next significant maturity of $400 million due in April 2024.
• Total available liquidity of approximately $2.6 billion, including furniture, fixtures and equipment escrow reserves of $218 million and $1.5 billion available under the revolver portion of the credit facility.
  

During the third quarter of 2023, the $163 million loan to the buyer of the Sheraton Boston Hotel was repaid in full.

SHARE REPURCHASE PROGRAM AND DIVIDENDS

During the third quarter of 2023, the Company repurchased 6.3 million shares at an average price of $15.90 per share through its common share repurchase program for a total of $100 million. Year-to-date in 2023, the Company repurchased 9.5 million shares at an average price of $15.82 per share for a total of $150 million. The Company has approximately $823 million of remaining capacity under the repurchase program, pursuant to which its common stock may be purchased from time to time, depending upon market conditions.

The Company paid a third quarter common stock cash dividend of $0.18 per share, an increase of $0.03, or 20%, over its second quarter dividend, on October 16, 2023 to stockholders of record on September 30, 2023. All future dividends, including any special dividends, are subject to approval by the Company’s Board of Directors.

HOTEL BUSINESS MIX UPDATE

The Company’s customers fall into three broad groups: transient, group and contract business, which accounted for approximately 65%, 32%, and 3%, respectively, of its full year 2022 room sales.

The following are the results for transient, group and contract business in comparison to 2022 performance, for the Company’s current portfolio:

CAPITAL EXPENDITURES

The following presents the Company’s capital expenditures spend through the third quarter of 2023 and the forecast for full year 2023 (in millions):

2023 OUTLOOK

Despite the impact of the wildfires in Maui, which is expected to continue into the fourth quarter, and continued macroeconomic concerns, the Company maintained the midpoint of its previous full year expected comparable hotel RevPAR growth at 8%, tightening its full year comparable hotel RevPAR guidance range to 7.25% to 8.75% growth over 2022. At the midpoint of guidance, the Company’s full year 2023 expected RevPAR is forecast to be 5.6% above 2019. The Company estimates that at the midpoint of guidance the wildfires in Maui will negatively impact its full year Total RevPAR by 70 basis points, RevPAR by 50 basis points, and net income and Adjusted EBITDA re by $30 million. For the fourth quarter, these impacts are expected to be a 160 basis points impact to Total RevPAR, a 150 basis point impact to RevPAR and a decrease to net income and Adjusted EBITDA re of $23 million.

In comparison to 2019, which the Company believes is the most relevant comparison, operating profit margins and comparable hotel EBITDA margins are expected to increase 110 basis points and 40 basis points, respectively, at the midpoint of guidance. However, as expected, margins for the full year are anticipated to decline in comparison to 2022, driven by closer to stable staffing levels, higher wages, insurance and utility expenses, lower attrition and cancelation fees, and occupancy below 2019 levels. The guidance range for net income and Adjusted EBITDA re includes an additional $26 million of gains from business interruption proceeds expected to be received in the fourth quarter related to Hurricane Ian, with any remaining proceeds expected to be received in 2024.

The Company anticipates its 2023 operating results as compared to 2022 will be in the following range:

Based upon the above parameters, the Company estimates its 2023 guidance as follows:

See the 2023 Forecast Schedules and the Notes to Financial Information for items that may affect forecast results and the Third Quarter 2023 Supplemental Financial Information for additional detail on the mid-point of full year 2023 guidance.

ABOUT HOST HOTELS & RESORTS

Host Hotels & Resorts, Inc. is an S&P 500 company and is the largest lodging real estate investment trust and one of the largest owners of luxury and upper-upscale hotels. The Company currently owns 72 properties in the United States and five properties internationally totaling approximately 42,000 rooms. The Company also holds non-controlling interests in seven domestic and one international joint ventures. Guided by a disciplined approach to capital allocation and aggressive asset management, the Company partners with premium brands such as Marriott ^® , Ritz-Carlton ^® , Westin ^® , Sheraton ^® , W ^® , St. Regis ^® , The Luxury Collection ^® , Hyatt ^® , Fairmont ^® , Hilton ^® , Four Seasons ^® , Swissôtel ^® , ibis ^® and Novotel ^® , as well as independent brands. For additional information, please visit the Company’s website at www.hosthotels.com.

Note: This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of federal securities regulations. These forward-looking statements which include, but may not be limited to, our expectations regarding the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on our business, the recovery of travel and the lodging industry, the impact of Hurricane Ian and 2023 estimates with respect to our business, including our anticipated capital expenditures and financial and operating results. Forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors which may cause the actual results to differ materially from those anticipated at the time the forward-looking statements are made. These risks include, but are not limited to, those described in the Company’s annual report on Form 10-K and other filings with the SEC. Although the Company believes the expectations reflected in such forward-looking statements are based upon reasonable assumptions, it can give no assurance that the expectations will be attained or that any deviation will not be material. All information in this release is as of November 1, 2023 and the Company undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statement to conform the statement to actual results or changes in the Company’s expectations.

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Host Hotels & Resorts, Inc., herein referred to as “we,” “Host Inc.,” or the “Company,” is a self-managed and self-administered real estate investment trust that owns hotel properties. We conduct our operations as an umbrella partnership REIT through an operating partnership, Host Hotels & Resorts, L.P. (“Host LP”), of which we are the sole general partner. When distinguishing between Host Inc. and Host LP, the primary difference is approximately 1% of the partnership interests in Host LP held by outside partners as of September 30, 2023, which are non-controlling interests in Host LP in our consolidated balance sheets and are included in net (income) loss attributable to non-controlling interests in our condensed consolidated statements of operations. Readers are encouraged to find further detail regarding our organizational structure in our annual report on Form 10-K.

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_{(1)   Please see our Third Quarter 2023 Supplemental Financial Information for more detail on our debt balances and financial covenant ratios under our credit facility and senior notes indentures.}

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_{(1)   Dilutive securities may include shares granted under comprehensive stock plans, preferred operating partnership units (“OP Units”) held by non-controlling limited partners and other non-controlling interests that have the option to convert their limited partnership interests to common OP Units. No effect is shown for any securities that were anti-dilutive for the period.}

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_{(1)   See the Notes to Financial Information for a discussion of comparable hotel operating statistics. CBD of a location refers to the central business district. Hotel RevPAR is calculated as room revenues divided by the available room nights. Hotel Total RevPAR is calculated by dividing the sum of rooms, food and beverage and other revenues by the available room nights.}

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