Lei Cao Buys Shares of H World Group Limited

On June 28, 2026, Lei Cao purchased 60,760 shares of H World Group Limited, traded on the NasdaqGS under the ticker HTHT. This insider buying event did not disclose the transaction value.

Insider Buying and Selling at H World Group Limited

Lei Cao's transaction on June 28, 2026, involved the purchase of 60,760 shares, though the price wasn't specified. Additionally, on June 30, 2026, Cao sold 17,580 shares at an average price of $43.27. In another significant move, CEO Hui Jin sold 960,380 shares on June 2, 2026, at $44.37 per share.

Other Institutional Activity in H World Group Limited

Capital International Investors increased its holdings by 3,866,143 shares, bringing its total to 12,200,747 shares worth about $613.6 million. JPMorgan Chase & Co added 1,046,824 shares, now holding 11,616,661 shares valued at approximately $567.7 million. On the other hand, BlackRock, Inc. reduced its position by 158,700 shares to 9,325,406 shares worth $469 million. Schroder Investment Management Group significantly cut its stake by 3,623,577 shares, ending with 9,101,227 shares valued at $457.7 million. Invesco Ltd. also reduced its position by 1,640,042 shares to 8,765,296 shares, worth around $440.8 million.

H World Group Limited Stock Down 12.8%

Shares of H World Group Limited (NasdaqGS:HTHT) traded near $43.27 on Tuesday. The company has a market cap of approximately $13.03 billion and a P/E ratio of 18.18. The stock's 52-week range is between $30.41 and $56.64, with a 50-day moving average of $46.88 and a 200-day moving average of $46.59. H World Group's beta is 0.098, indicating low volatility compared to the market.

Recent Earnings

H World Group Limited reported revenue of $25.91 billion, showing a growth of 11.1%. The company posted an EPS of $2.33, with a net margin of 19.31% and a return on equity of 46.36%. The next earnings report is expected on August 20, 2026.

Dividend

H World Group Limited offers an annual dividend rate of $2.11, resulting in a yield of 4.98%. The dividend payout ratio stands at 81.13%.

Analysts Set New Price Targets

On March 19, 2026, Benchmark maintained its buy rating on H World Group Limited with a price target of $60. Macquarie also maintained a buy rating with a target of $62 on March 18, 2026. UBS upgraded the stock to a buy with a target of $62.40 on March 9, 2026. The consensus recommendation remains strong buy, with a mean target price of $59.50, based on 17 analyst opinions.

About H World Group Limited

H World Group Limited, headquartered in Shanghai, China, operates in the lodging industry. Founded in 2005, the company develops and manages a variety of hotel brands including HanTing Hotel, Ni Hao Hotel, and Grand Mercure Hotel, among others. Led by CEO Hui Jin, H World Group employs over 26,000 people, offering a broad range of accommodations across China.

Bottom Line

Lei Cao's purchase of H World Group Limited shares highlights ongoing interest in the company by insiders. Investors keep a close eye on such transactions as they may provide insights into management's confidence in the company's future. However, it's important to remember that these insider activities are historical and may not reflect current conditions.