Deutsche Bank Rates Marriott Vacations Worldwide (VAC) buy

Deutsche Bank has reiterated its buy rating on Marriott Vacations Worldwide Corporation (NYSE:VAC), maintaining a price target of $119. This update from analyst Chris Woronka was issued on June 30, 2026. Shares of Marriott Vacations Worldwide traded at $103.04 on Tuesday.

Other Institutional Activity in Marriott Vacations Worldwide

BlackRock, Inc. grew its holdings by 78,527 shares, ending with 4,267,529 shares valued at about $277.9 million. Impactive Capital LP held steady with 4,129,984 shares worth approximately $268.9 million. Vanguard Portfolio Management LLC initiated a new position, acquiring 1,880,668 shares valued at $122.5 million. Dimensional Fund Advisors LP reduced its stake by 16,834 shares, now holding 1,773,127 shares valued at $115.5 million. Fuller & Thaler Asset Management, Inc. also trimmed its holdings by 29,110 shares, bringing its total to 1,696,423 shares worth $110.5 million.

Marriott Vacations Worldwide Corporation Stock Down 1.1%

On Tuesday, shares of NYSE:VAC were trading near $103.04. Marriott Vacations Worldwide Corporation has a market capitalization of approximately $3.48 billion. The stock's forward P/E ratio is 11.99, and it has a beta of 1.264, indicating relatively high volatility. Over the past 52 weeks, the stock has ranged from a low of $44.58 to a high of $102.00. The company's 50-day moving average is $81.66, and its 200-day moving average is $67.17. The current ratio stands at 4.29, with a quick ratio of 0.65 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 283.48.

Recent Earnings

Marriott Vacations Worldwide reported revenue of $3.33 billion, with no growth from the previous period. The company posted a net margin of -10.26% and a return on equity of -15.45%. Earnings per share were negative at -$9.80, reflecting recent challenges. The next earnings release is scheduled for August 5, 2026.

Dividend

The company offers an annual dividend rate of $3.20, yielding 3.16% at current prices. The dividend payout ratio is 69.15%, indicating a significant portion of earnings is returned to shareholders.

Insider Buying and Selling at Marriott Vacations Worldwide Corporation

Recent insider activity includes several purchases. On June 16, 2026, Jonice Gray acquired 315 shares. On June 10, 2026, CEO Matthew Avril bought 27 shares, Charles Elliott Andrews purchased 97 shares, and Stephen Quazzo, William Joseph Shaw, and Dianna Morgan each bought 24 shares.

Analysts Set New Price Targets

On June 30, 2026, Deutsche Bank maintained its buy rating with a $119 price target. Other recent analyst actions include Morgan Stanley's sell rating with a $51 target on May 12, 2026, and Barclays' buy rating with a $94 target on May 6, 2026. The consensus among analysts is a buy recommendation, with a mean target price of $87.30 based on 10 analyst opinions.

About Marriott Vacations Worldwide Corporation

Marriott Vacations Worldwide Corporation, headquartered in Orlando, Florida, operates in the consumer cyclical sector, specifically within the resorts and casinos industry. The company engages in vacation ownership, exchange, rental, and resort and property management. It operates under several brands, including Marriott Vacation Club and Ritz-Carlton Club, among others. The CEO is Mr. Matthew E. Avril CPA, and the company employs approximately 21,100 people.

Bottom Line

Deutsche Bank's reiterated buy rating on Marriott Vacations Worldwide highlights ongoing confidence in the company's performance. The stock's trading range and financial metrics provide a snapshot of its market position. Investors often track such analyst ratings and institutional activities for insights into potential stock movements.