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Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, Inc.

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Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, Inc. NYSE
$73.20 -0.87% (-0.64)

Market Cap $5.53 B
52w High $113.07
52w Low $69.21
Dividend Yield 1.61%
P/E 16.91
Volume 380.69K
Outstanding Shares 75.55M

Income Statement

Period Revenue Operating Expense Net Income Net Profit Margin Earnings Per Share EBITDA
Q3-2025 $382M $175M $105M 27.487% $1.37 $193M
Q2-2025 $397M $85M $87M 21.914% $1.13 $180M
Q1-2025 $316M $66M $61M 19.304% $0.78 $129M
Q4-2024 $341M $212M $85M 24.927% $1.09 $151M
Q3-2024 $394M $74M $102M 25.888% $1.3 $192M

Balance Statement

Period Cash & Short-term Total Assets Total Liabilities Total Equity
Q3-2025 $70M $4.346B $3.763B $583M
Q2-2025 $50M $4.298B $3.728B $570M
Q1-2025 $48M $4.249B $3.67B $579M
Q4-2024 $103M $4.223B $3.573B $650M
Q3-2024 $72M $4.154B $3.571B $583M

Cash Flow Statement

Period Net Income Cash From Operations Cash From Investing Cash From Financing Net Change Free Cash Flow
Q3-2025 $104M $86M $-15M $-50M $20M $75M
Q2-2025 $88M $70M $-12M $-57M $2M $58M
Q1-2025 $61M $59M $-59M $-65M $-65M $52M
Q4-2024 $85M $134M $-25M $-75M $31M $109M
Q3-2024 $102M $79M $-9M $-68M $3M $71M

Revenue by Products

Product Q4-2024Q1-2025Q2-2025Q3-2025
Feerelated and other revenues
Feerelated and other revenues
$0 $0 $400.00M $380.00M
License and Other Fee From Former Parent
License and Other Fee From Former Parent
$0 $0 $30.00M $40.00M
Management and other fees
Management and other fees
$0 $0 $0 $0
Marketing Reservation and Loyalty
Marketing Reservation and Loyalty
$250.00M $0 $170.00M $150.00M
Other Products and Services
Other Products and Services
$0 $30.00M $50.00M $50.00M
Royalties and Franchise Fees
Royalties and Franchise Fees
$0 $0 $150.00M $150.00M
Cobranded credit cards program
Cobranded credit cards program
$0 $70.00M $0 $0
Initial Franchise Fees
Initial Franchise Fees
$0 $150.00M $0 $0
Loyalty Program
Loyalty Program
$0 $90.00M $0 $0
Marketing and reservation fees
Marketing and reservation fees
$210.00M $0 $0 $0

Five-Year Company Overview

Income Statement

Income Statement Wyndham’s income statement shows a mature, relatively stable business with healthy profitability. Revenue recovered strongly after the pandemic and has since leveled off, sitting slightly below the peak but clearly above crisis levels. Operating profit and EBITDA have held up well, which suggests disciplined cost control and a resilient franchise-fee model. Net income and earnings per share are consistently positive after 2020, though they have not grown meaningfully in recent years, pointing to a company that is more steady than fast-growing. Overall, the business appears profitable with solid margins, but not in a clear acceleration phase.


Balance Sheet

Balance Sheet The balance sheet reflects an asset-light, franchise-focused model with meaningful leverage. Total assets are fairly stable over time, without big swings. Cash on hand is relatively modest and has trended down from earlier, more conservative levels, leaving less of a cash cushion. Debt is sizable and has crept up again recently, while equity has gradually declined, implying higher leverage. None of this is unusual for a franchisor that returns capital to shareholders, but it does mean the company has less balance-sheet flexibility and is more exposed if conditions in travel and lodging weaken.


Cash Flow

Cash Flow Cash flow is a clear strength. The business generates solid operating cash flow year after year, and free cash flow (after modest capital spending) is consistently positive. Investment needs are relatively low, which fits the franchise model and allows a large share of earnings to translate into cash. There is a slight softening in the most recent year’s cash generation versus the prior peak, but levels remain healthy. In practical terms, Wyndham appears to produce reliable cash that can support debt service, dividends, and growth initiatives, as long as industry conditions remain reasonably stable.


Competitive Edge

Competitive Edge Wyndham holds a strong competitive position as one of the largest hotel franchisors globally, with broad brand coverage from economy to midscale and some upscale and lifestyle offerings. Its focus on the “everyday traveler,” plus well-known brands like La Quinta, Days Inn, and Super 8, gives it wide appeal across price-sensitive segments. The franchise model produces recurring, fee-based revenue and reduces exposure to owning real estate directly. A very large loyalty program, with a material share of stays from members, helps drive repeat business and direct bookings. High franchisee retention and global scale further reinforce its position. Key competitive risks include intense competition from other global hotel chains, alternative accommodations, and exposure to travel cycles.


Innovation and R&D

Innovation and R&D Although it doesn’t have traditional “R&D” like a tech firm, Wyndham has clearly leaned into technology and innovation. It has invested heavily in digital tools for owners and guests: AI-driven call handling and messaging, app-based booking and check-in, improved Wi-Fi and upsell platforms, and centralized purchasing and pricing tools for franchisees. These initiatives are aimed at making the system easier and more profitable for owners while smoothing the guest experience. The company is also innovating in product concepts, especially extended-stay brands and all-inclusive or lifestyle offerings, and experimenting with loyalty partnerships and experience-based rewards. The upside is higher engagement and operating efficiency; the main uncertainty is how quickly and broadly these tech and brand initiatives will be adopted and monetized.


Summary

Overall, Wyndham looks like a stable, cash-generative hotel franchisor with a strong global footprint and a clear focus on the value and midscale segments. The income statement shows solid profitability without rapid growth, the balance sheet carries notable leverage but remains manageable, and cash flow is a bright spot. Competitively, its scale, diverse brands, and large loyalty program create a meaningful moat, especially in serving cost-conscious travelers. The company is actively investing in AI, digital tools, and new brand concepts—particularly in extended stay and lifestyle—which could support future growth if executed well. Key things to watch are debt levels, the conversion of the large development pipeline into operating hotels, and whether the innovation and tech spending translate into stronger growth rather than just maintaining the current position.