Altfest L J 13F: Exits Hyatt Hotels (H) Stake
Key Points
- Altfest L J reported a complete exit from its Hyatt Hotels position, reducing its shares from 9,562 to 0, marking a 100% decrease.
- The fund's total reported value was about $234.2 million, with Hyatt representing a previously significant part of its portfolio.
- Hyatt's stock recently traded around $172.97, which is about equal to its closing price on the filing date.
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On October 27, 2026, Altfest L J sold its entire stake of 9,562 shares in Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H), valued at approximately $1.65 million. This move was disclosed in the fund's latest Form 13F filing with the SEC.
The fund's reported value for Hyatt was $234,241,778, and its exit left the fund with no shares in the company. This sale indicates a complete withdrawal from Hyatt, which previously accounted for a portion of Altfest's investments.
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Where Hyatt Fits in Altfest L J's Portfolio
Hyatt represented a notable position in Altfest's portfolio, ranked among 318 total holdings. The exit reflects a significant change, as the fund has now fully divested from this investment.
Hyatt Hotels Corporation Stock Up 0.6%
As of October 28, 2026, Hyatt's shares traded around $172.97, which is about equal to the closing price on October 27. The stock is currently above its 50-day moving average by about 4.3% and above its 200-day moving average by 2.0%. However, it remains about 16.4% below its 52-week high of $206.86.
Recent Earnings
Hyatt Hotels reported trailing twelve-month revenue of approximately $3.39 billion and an earnings per share (EPS) of $0.81. The next earnings report is scheduled for October 29, 2026.
Dividend
Hyatt pays a dividend rate of $0.60 per share, resulting in a yield of 0.35%. The dividend payout ratio stands at 74.1%.
Insider Buying and Selling at Hyatt Hotels Corporation
Several insiders have sold shares in recent months. Chief Financial Officer Joan Bottarini sold 1,826 shares on October 16, 2026, at an average price of $172.00, totaling approximately $314,072. This follows a series of insider sales earlier in August and September.
Analysts Set New Price Targets
On October 14, 2026, Freedom Broker initiated coverage on Hyatt with a Buy rating and a target price of $192. On October 16, Barclays maintained an Overweight rating with a price target of $202. The consensus among 25 analysts is a Buy rating with a mean price target of $196.44.
About Hyatt Hotels Corporation
Hyatt Hotels Corporation operates a range of hospitality services, including managing, franchising, and owning hotels and resorts. With a strong presence in both the U.S. and internationally, Hyatt continues to expand its portfolio of properties, which includes full-service hotels, select service hotels, and vacation units.
Bottom Line
Investors will be watching Hyatt closely, especially with its next earnings report due on October 29, 2026. Altfest's exit from Hyatt raises questions about its future strategy in the hospitality sector.
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Source: Altfest L J's 13F filing on $H (Oct 27, 2026). 13F filings show holdings as of the end of the reporting quarter and may not reflect the fund's current position. Written by software, not financial advice. How we make alerts