Hilton Increases Stock Repurchase Authorization

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Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc. (NYSE: HLT) has authorized an additional $2.5 billion for its stock repurchase program, increasing the total authorized amount to approximately $3.4 billion. This initiative allows Hilton to buy shares in varied manners, depending on liquidity and market conditions. While the program aims to enhance shareholder value, it does not guarantee repurchases, which may be suspended at any time. Investors should consider the broader economic challenges mentioned in the forward-looking statements, including inflation and competition.

Positive

• Authorization of an additional $2.5 billion for stock repurchase program increases total to $3.4 billion, potentially enhancing shareholder value.

Negative

• Stock repurchase program may not obligate Hilton to repurchase any shares, leaving uncertainty about actual repurchases.
• Economic uncertainties such as inflation, interest rates, and labor challenges could impact financial performance.

MCLEAN, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- The Board of Directors of Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc. (NYSE: HLT) today authorized the repurchase of an additional $2.5 billion of common stock under the Company's existing stock repurchase program, bringing the total amount currently authorized for future repurchases to approximately $3.4 billion.

Hilton may purchase shares in the open market, in privately negotiated transactions or in such other manner as determined by Hilton, including through repurchase plans complying with the rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”). The amount and timing of any repurchases made under the stock repurchase program will depend on a variety of factors, including available liquidity, cash flow and market conditions. The stock repurchase program does not obligate Hilton to repurchase any dollar amount or number of shares of common stock and the program may be suspended or discontinued at any time.

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 Hilton's stock repurchase program. In some cases, you can identify these forward-looking statements by the use of words such as "outlook," "believes," "expects," "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 Hilton's control, such as inflation, changes in interest rates and challenges due to labor shortages and supply chain disruptions, risks related to the impact of the pandemic, including as a result of new strains or variants of the virus and uncertainty of the acceptance and continued effectiveness of the COVID-19 vaccines, competition for hotel guests and management and franchise contracts, risks related to doing business with third-party hotel owners, performance of Hilton's information technology systems, growth of reservation channels outside of Hilton's system, risks of doing business outside of the U.S., risks associated with the Russian invasion of Ukraine and Hilton's indebtedness. Additional factors that could cause Hilton's 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 Hilton’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021 and “Part II—Item 1A. Risk Factors” of Hilton’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarterly period ended March 31, 2022, filed with the SEC, as such factors may be updated from time to time in Hilton's periodic filings with the SEC, which are 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 Hilton's filings with the SEC. The Company undertakes 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.

About Hilton

Hilton (NYSE: HLT) is a leading global hospitality company with a portfolio of 18 world-class brands comprising more than 7,000 properties and more than 1.1 million rooms, in 123 countries and territories. Dedicated to fulfilling its founding vision to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality, Hilton has welcomed more than 3 billion guests in its more than 100-year history, earned a top spot on Fortune's 100 Best Companies to Work For list and been recognized as a global leader on the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices for five consecutive years. Hilton has introduced several 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 nearly 146 million 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, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram and YouTube.

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Jill Slattery

Investor Contact

1-703-883-5476

jill.slattery@hilton.com

Kent Landers

Media Contact

1-703-883-3246

kent.landers@hilton.com

Source: Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc.

FAQ

What is the total amount authorized for Hilton's stock buyback program?

Hilton has authorized a total of approximately $3.4 billion for its stock buyback program.

How much additional stock is Hilton authorized to repurchase?

Hilton has authorized an additional $2.5 billion for stock repurchases.

When can Hilton repurchase its stock?

Hilton may repurchase shares based on liquidity, cash flow, and market conditions; the program can be suspended or discontinued at any time.

What factors could affect Hilton's stock repurchase program?

Factors include available liquidity, market conditions, and broader economic challenges such as inflation and labor shortages.