Meliá Hotels International Dividends and Buybacks
Dividend criteria checks 3/6
Meliá Hotels International is a dividend paying company with a current yield of 1.29% that is well covered by earnings.
Key information
1.3%
Dividend yield
-0.0005%
Buyback Yield
| Total Shareholder Yield | 1.3% |
| Future Dividend Yield | 2.0% |
| Dividend Growth | 2.1% |
| Next dividend pay date | n/a |
| Ex dividend date | n/a |
| Dividend per share | n/a |
| Payout ratio | 18% |
Recent dividend and buyback updates
Recent updates
Narrative Update • Jul 03
MEL: Upgraded Ratings Will Support Stronger Confidence In Future Earnings
Analysts have lifted the valuation framework for Meliá Hotels International, increasing the analyst price target from €11.00 to €13.50, supported by recent target increases and a more positive stance in Street research. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Meliá Hotels International reflects a more constructive tone, with bullish analysts revisiting their models and adjusting price targets to align with updated expectations for the stock.
Narrative Update • Jun 19
MEL: Raised Bullish Views Will Test Execution As Fair Value Stays Unchanged
Analysts have lifted their price target on Meliá Hotels International to €12.50 from €10, citing recent upgrades and a more constructive view on the stock's outlook. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates on Meliá Hotels International point to a more constructive stance on the stock, with bullish analysts adjusting their targets and highlighting areas where they see room for further value creation, alongside some ongoing execution and industry risks that investors should keep in mind.Narrative Update • Jun 04
MEL: Higher Reference Values Will Test Execution As Fair Value Holds Steady
Narrative Update: Meliá Hotels International The updated analyst price target for Meliá Hotels International has moved from €10.38 to €11.08, as analysts cite recent target increases and upgrades on the stock to support a higher assumed future P/E of 18.1x, along with modest adjustments to growth, margin, and discount rate inputs. Analyst Commentary Recent research points to a more constructive stance on Meliá Hotels International, with higher reference values on the stock underpinning the updated assumed P/E of 18.1x.Narrative Update • Apr 28
MEL: Constructive Equity Story Will Test Execution As Fair Value Steadies
Analysts have lifted the fair value estimate for Meliá Hotels International from €9.51 to €10.38, citing more constructive views reflected in recent upgrades and higher price targets from multiple research houses. Analyst Commentary Recent research suggests a more constructive view on Meliá Hotels International, with price targets and ratings recalibrated to reflect changing expectations on execution and growth.Narrative Update • Apr 10
MEL: Lower Discount Rate Will Heighten Concern Over Execution Risk
Narrative Update: Meliá Hotels International The analyst price target for Meliá Hotels International has been raised from €9.08 to €9.51, with analysts pointing to slightly higher assumed revenue growth, a modestly stronger profit margin profile, a lower discount rate and recent upgrades from firms citing a more constructive equity story as key supports for the change. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Meliá Hotels International shows a mix of optimism and caution, with several firms adjusting ratings and targets as they reassess the equity story and risk profile.New Narrative • Feb 28
Premium Resort Expansion And Asset Light Model Will Support A Stronger Future Outlook
Catalysts About Meliá Hotels International Meliá Hotels International operates a global portfolio of owned, leased and managed hotels, with a focus on resort destinations and higher end brands. What are the underlying business or industry changes driving this perspective?Analysis Article • Feb 03
Is Meliá Hotels International, S.A. (BME:MEL) Potentially Undervalued?
Meliá Hotels International, S.A. ( BME:MEL ), is not the largest company out there, but it saw a double-digit share...Analysis Article • Jan 19
Are Investors Undervaluing Meliá Hotels International, S.A. (BME:MEL) By 35%?
Key Insights The projected fair value for Meliá Hotels International is €12.02 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to...Analysis Article • Jan 06
Meliá Hotels International (BME:MEL) Is Looking To Continue Growing Its Returns On Capital
What are the early trends we should look for to identify a stock that could multiply in value over the long term...Analysis Article • Nov 03
Meliá Hotels International, S.A. (BME:MEL) Just Released Its Third-Quarter Earnings: Here's What Analysts Think
Meliá Hotels International, S.A. ( BME:MEL ) shareholders are probably feeling a little disappointed, since its shares...Analysis Article • Oct 26
There's No Escaping Meliá Hotels International, S.A.'s (BME:MEL) Muted Earnings
With a price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 9.4x Meliá Hotels International, S.A. ( BME:MEL ) may be sending bullish...Analysis Article • Oct 09
Is There Now An Opportunity In Meliá Hotels International, S.A. (BME:MEL)?
While Meliá Hotels International, S.A. ( BME:MEL ) might not have the largest market cap around , it saw significant...Analysis Article • Sep 25
Returns Are Gaining Momentum At Meliá Hotels International (BME:MEL)
If we want to find a stock that could multiply over the long term, what are the underlying trends we should look for...Analysis Article • Aug 30
Meliá Hotels International, S.A. (BME:MEL) Shares Could Be 34% Above Their Intrinsic Value Estimate
Key Insights The projected fair value for Meliá Hotels International is €5.92 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity...Analysis Article • Aug 05
Impressive Earnings May Not Tell The Whole Story For Meliá Hotels International (BME:MEL)
BME:MEL 1 Year Share Price vs Fair Value Explore Meliá Hotels International's Fair Values from the Community and select...New Narrative • Jul 30
Middle Class Expansion And ESG Focus Will Drive Hospitality Resurgence
Asset-light strategy and digitalization are improving margins, operational flexibility, and positioning the company for quality earnings and sustainable growth.Analysis Article • Jun 27
Is Now The Time To Look At Buying Meliá Hotels International, S.A. (BME:MEL)?
Meliá Hotels International, S.A. ( BME:MEL ), might not be a large cap stock, but it saw a decent share price growth of...Analysis Article • May 02
We Think Shareholders Are Less Likely To Approve A Pay Rise For Meliá Hotels International, S.A.'s (BME:MEL) CEO For Now
Key Insights Meliá Hotels International to hold its Annual General Meeting on 9th of May Salary of €865.0k is part of...Analysis Article • Apr 17
Meliá Hotels International (BME:MEL) Might Have The Makings Of A Multi-Bagger
If we want to find a potential multi-bagger, often there are underlying trends that can provide clues. Firstly, we'll...Analysis Article • Apr 01
Meliá Hotels International, S.A.'s (BME:MEL) Low P/E No Reason For Excitement
When close to half the companies in Spain have price-to-earnings ratios (or "P/E's") above 19x, you may consider Meli...Analysis Article • Jan 25
Meliá Hotels International, S.A. (BME:MEL) Shares Could Be 46% Below Their Intrinsic Value Estimate
Key Insights Meliá Hotels International's estimated fair value is €13.15 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity...Analysis Article • Jan 24
Is There An Opportunity With Meliá Hotels International, S.A.'s (BME:MEL) 49% Undervaluation?
Today we will run through one way of estimating the intrinsic value of Meliá Hotels International, S.A. ( BME:MEL ) by...Analysis Article • Dec 13
We Think Meliá Hotels International (BME:MEL) Is Taking Some Risk With Its Debt
Warren Buffett famously said, 'Volatility is far from synonymous with risk.' It's only natural to consider a company's...Analysis Article • Oct 12
Are Investors Undervaluing Meliá Hotels International, S.A. (BME:MEL) By 36%?
Today we'll do a simple run through of a valuation method used to estimate the attractiveness of Meliá Hotels...Analysis Article • Sep 22
Is Now The Time To Look At Buying Meliá Hotels International, S.A. (BME:MEL)?
While Meliá Hotels International, S.A. ( BME:MEL ) might not be the most widely known stock at the moment, it received...Analysis Article • Aug 11
Meliá Hotels International's (BME:MEL) Returns On Capital Not Reflecting Well On The Business
If we want to find a stock that could multiply over the long term, what are the underlying trends we should look for...Analysis Article • Jun 15
Is There Now An Opportunity In Meliá Hotels International, S.A. (BME:MEL)?
Meliá Hotels International, S.A. ( BME:MEL ), is not the largest company out there, but it saw a double-digit share...Analysis Article • May 25
Calculating The Fair Value Of Meliá Hotels International, S.A. (BME:MEL)
Today we will run through one way of estimating the intrinsic value of Meliá Hotels International, S.A. ( BME:MEL ) by...Stability and Growth of Payments
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Stable Dividend: MEL's dividend payments have been volatile in the past 10 years.
Growing Dividend: MEL's dividend payments have increased over the past 10 years.
Dividend Yield vs Market
| Meliá Hotels International Dividend Yield vs Market |
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| Segment | Dividend Yield |
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| Company (MEL) | 1.3% |
| Market Bottom 25% (ES) | 1.9% |
| Market Top 25% (ES) | 5.2% |
| Industry Average (Hospitality) | 3.4% |
| Analyst forecast (MEL) (up to 3 years) | 2.0% |
Notable Dividend: MEL's dividend (1.29%) isn’t notable compared to the bottom 25% of dividend payers in the Spanish market (1.86%).
High Dividend: MEL's dividend (1.29%) is low compared to the top 25% of dividend payers in the Spanish market (5.23%).
Earnings Payout to Shareholders
Earnings Coverage: With its low payout ratio (18.4%), MEL's dividend payments are well covered by earnings.
Cash Payout to Shareholders
Cash Flow Coverage: With its low cash payout ratio (9.2%), MEL's dividend payments are thoroughly covered by cash flows.
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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/07/09 23:16 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/07/09 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
| Package | Data | Timeframe | Example US Source * |
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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Analyst Sources
Meliá Hotels International, S.A. is covered by 24 analysts. 10 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| null null | Banco de Sabadell. S.A. |
| Ricardo Benevides Freitas | Banco Santander |
| null null | Banco Santander |