Service Properties Trust (SVC) Stock Overview
A real estate investment trust with approximately 10 billion dollars invested in two asset categories service-focused retail net lease properties and hotels. More details
| Snowflake Score | |
|---|---|
| Valuation | 4/6 |
| Future Growth | 0/6 |
| Past Performance | 0/6 |
| Financial Health | 2/6 |
| Dividends | 3/6 |
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Price History & Performance
| Historical stock prices | |
|---|---|
| Current Share Price | US$1.72 |
| 52 Week High | US$3.08 |
| 52 Week Low | US$1.13 |
| Beta | 1.59 |
| 1 Month Change | 13.16% |
| 3 Month Change | -19.63% |
| 1 Year Change | -22.17% |
| 3 Year Change | -78.58% |
| 5 Year Change | -85.16% |
| Change since IPO | -93.15% |
Recent News & Updates
Narrative Update • May 09
SVC: Improved Liquidity And Margins Are Expected To ReRate Earnings Multiple
Analysts have raised their price target on Service Properties Trust by $2.00 to reflect expectations for less severe revenue declines, stronger profit margins and a higher forward P/E, supported by recent upgrades and bullish initiations that cite improved liquidity and a more constructive outlook on the stock. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts have highlighted recent upgrades and initiations on Service Properties Trust as a reflection of improving sentiment around liquidity, earnings resilience and the stock’s valuation profile.Narrative Update • Apr 22
SVC: Improved Liquidity And Margin Outlook Will Support Future Earnings Multiple
Analysts have trimmed their fair value price target for Service Properties Trust from $2.50 to $2.00, citing more cautious assumptions on revenue trends and profit margins, even as recent research highlights improved liquidity and a more constructive stance on the shares. Analyst Commentary Recent research points to a more constructive tone on Service Properties Trust, with bullish analysts highlighting improved liquidity and using that as a basis for a more positive stance on the shares.Recent updates
Narrative Update • May 09
SVC: Improved Liquidity And Margins Are Expected To ReRate Earnings Multiple
Analysts have raised their price target on Service Properties Trust by $2.00 to reflect expectations for less severe revenue declines, stronger profit margins and a higher forward P/E, supported by recent upgrades and bullish initiations that cite improved liquidity and a more constructive outlook on the stock. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts have highlighted recent upgrades and initiations on Service Properties Trust as a reflection of improving sentiment around liquidity, earnings resilience and the stock’s valuation profile.Narrative Update • Apr 22
SVC: Improved Liquidity And Margin Outlook Will Support Future Earnings Multiple
Analysts have trimmed their fair value price target for Service Properties Trust from $2.50 to $2.00, citing more cautious assumptions on revenue trends and profit margins, even as recent research highlights improved liquidity and a more constructive stance on the shares. Analyst Commentary Recent research points to a more constructive tone on Service Properties Trust, with bullish analysts highlighting improved liquidity and using that as a basis for a more positive stance on the shares.
Narrative Update • Apr 08
SVC: Improved Liquidity Position Will Support Future Upside Potential
Analysts have reduced their fair value estimate for Service Properties Trust from $2.25 to $2.00, while still highlighting improved liquidity as a key factor supporting the updated price target. Analyst Commentary Recent research points to liquidity as a central theme for Service Properties Trust, with analysts adjusting their views and price targets to reflect changes in the balance between risk and potential reward.Seeking Alpha • Apr 01
Service Properties Trust Is Navigating Their Debt Problem
Summary SVC faces severe refinancing risk as it navigates upcoming debt maturities. SVC's $500 million equity issuance at all-time low share prices signals an inability to refinance debt through traditional channels. Leverage ratios have deteriorated, with interest coverage at 1.5x and net debt to EBITDAre near 10x, raising bankruptcy risk. I maintain a Sell rating on SVC, as massive dilution and weak cash flow per share diminish prospects for dividend recovery. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaNarrative Update • Mar 25
SVC: Higher Margin Outlook And Lower P/E Assumptions Signal Future Upside
Analysts have reduced their price target for Service Properties Trust by $0.25. This reflects updated assumptions that point to a smaller revenue decline, a slightly higher profit margin, and a lower expected future P/E multiple.Narrative Update • Mar 10
SVC: Higher Margin Outlook Will Support Stronger Future Earnings Multiple
Analysts have reduced their price target on Service Properties Trust by $0.50 to $2.50, as they factor in a smaller revenue decline, a higher profit margin of 6.35%, and a lower future P/E of about 6.09, while keeping the discount rate essentially unchanged at 12.33%. Valuation Changes Fair Value: reduced from $3.00 to $2.50, reflecting a modest cut to the estimated equity value.Narrative Update • Feb 24
SVC: Unchanged Model Assumptions Will Support Future Upside Potential
Analysts have trimmed their price target on Service Properties Trust by $2.50 to reflect unchanged fair value assumptions, a steady 12.33% discount rate, and consistent expectations for revenue trends, profit margins, and future P/E. This signals that their updated view is driven more by market and sentiment factors than by changes in the underlying model inputs.Narrative Update • Feb 09
SVC: Higher Margins And Discount Rate Adjustment Will Support Future Upside
Analysts have modestly adjusted their price target for Service Properties Trust, citing slightly refined assumptions around the discount rate, a profit margin of 6.01%, and a future P/E of 6.42x as key drivers of the updated view. Valuation Changes Fair Value: The fair value estimate remains unchanged at 2.5, indicating no adjustment in the core valuation anchor.Narrative Update • Jan 25
SVC: Higher Margins And Revenue Trends Will Support Future Upside
Analysts trimmed their price target for Service Properties Trust from around $2.75 to about $2.50 per share, citing updated assumptions that combine a slightly higher discount rate with modestly better revenue trends, improved profit margin expectations, and a lower forward P/E multiple. Valuation Changes Fair Value: Reduced from about $2.75 to roughly $2.50 per share, a small decrease in the implied share value.
Narrative Update • Jan 10
SVC: Firmer Margins And Lower P/E Will Support Future Upside
Analysts have nudged their price target on Service Properties Trust modestly higher in currency terms, reflecting slightly softer revenue growth expectations, a small uplift in projected profit margins, and a marginally lower future P/E multiple in their updated models. Valuation Changes Fair Value: Unchanged.Narrative Update • Dec 27
SVC: Improved Margins And Liquidity Will Support Future Upside Potential
Analysts have modestly reduced their price target on Service Properties Trust to reflect a slightly weaker revenue growth outlook but marginally improved profit margin expectations, setting the target at 2.50 per share while keeping valuation multiples broadly unchanged. Valuation Changes Fair Value Estimate: unchanged at 2.50 per share, indicating no revision to the intrinsic value assessment.Narrative Update • Dec 12
SVC: Improved Liquidity From Zero Coupon Debt Will Support Future Upside Potential
Analysts have increased their price target on Service Properties Trust to $3.00 from $2.00, citing improved liquidity visibility from the recent zero coupon debt issuance, better projected margins, and a modestly higher fair value estimate despite a slightly higher discount rate. Analyst Commentary Bearish analysts acknowledge that the improved liquidity profile and covenant compliance reduce immediate balance sheet risk, but they remain cautious on the broader investment case.Narrative Update • Sep 26
Rising Labor Costs And Inflation Will Squeeze Hotel Margins
Service Properties Trust’s analyst price target has increased from $2.25 to $2.75, primarily due to improved liquidity and debt maturity management following a recent zero-coupon debt issuance, though upside remains constrained by net lease challenges and substantial longer-term debt maturities. Analyst Commentary Recent zero-coupon debt issuance has reduced near-term liquidity risk and should bring the company back into compliance with debt covenants.Narrative Update • Sep 11
Rising Labor Costs And Inflation Will Squeeze Hotel Margins
Analysts have lowered their price target for Service Properties Trust to $2.25, citing muted hotel earnings growth, persistent net lease headwinds, and elevated refinancing risk from significant upcoming debt maturities, which collectively limit near-term upside. Analyst Commentary Bearish analysts cite slow and only moderate post-renovation earnings growth in the hotel segment.Seeking Alpha • Apr 16
Service Properties Trust: Why I Wouldn't Buy The Ashes
Summary SVC has seen an 80% share price decline over two years, driven by financial deterioration. SVC's turnaround strategy focuses on aggressive hotel dispositions to stabilize cash flow and shift towards a net lease-focused investment strategy. Despite high-quality assets, SVC faces significant financial challenges, including negative CAD, rising interest expenses, and a daunting debt wall. I reiterate a Sell rating for SVC due to ongoing financial struggles, high capex, and limited prospects for near-term improvement. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
New Narrative • Mar 28
Renovations And Hotel Asset Sales Will Strengthen Future Position
Selling hotels to reduce leverage aims to improve the balance sheet, while focusing on high-performing assets should enhance profitability.Seeking Alpha • Dec 06
Service Properties: Extremely Cheap, Selling Assets, And Buying Its Own Shares
Summary Service Properties Trust is undergoing significant transformation, selling hotels to reduce debt, which could positively impact stock price by 2024-2025. SVC's long-standing industry presence, diverse portfolio, and partnerships with well-known brands like Sonesta and Hyatt highlight its strong market position. Recent debt reduction and stock repurchases indicate undervaluation; potential lower U.S. taxes could boost net income and stock demand. Despite challenges like high debt and competition, SVC's strategic asset sales and financial management suggest a potential stock valuation of $9 per share. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Nov 25
Service Properties Trust: Dividend Cut And Asset Sales May Not Be Enough
Summary Service Properties Trust's third-quarter earnings reveal revenue headwinds and rising expenses, leading to a net loss of $200 million year-to-date. The company's cash flow issues are severe, with operating cash flow dropping significantly and free cash flow turning negative by $75 million. The proposed sale of 114 hotels aims to raise $1 billion, but proceeds must go towards debt repayment, limiting liquidity improvement. Despite cutting dividends and selling hotels, concerns persist about the performance of remaining properties and debt covenant compliance; I’m avoiding SVC stock and debt. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Aug 20
Service Properties Trust: Debt Wall And Cash Burn Are Major Threats
Summary Service Properties Trust's dividend and debt yields have risen, but I have chosen not to invest in either. The company saw modest revenue improvement in the first half of 2024, but operating expenses, especially for hotels, rose by more than revenue growth. Service Properties Trust's ability to cover its dividend and debt is concerning, as its cash balance and operating cash flow were entirely consumed by capital improvements and dividends in the first half of the year. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Jun 05
Service Properties Trust: Lower Hotel Occupancy Renewing Dividend Concerns
Summary Service Properties Trust's first quarter financial results showed a slight uptick in revenue, but a $72 million loss before taxes. The hotel segment is dragging due to declining occupancy rates, while the net lease portion is performing well but not enough to support corporate costs. The company's ability to generate cash flow and sustain its dividend is a primary concern, as operating cash flow dropped below zero in the first quarter. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Mar 27
Service Properties Trust: Hidden Value In Sonesta
Summary Service Properties Trust is a hybrid hotel and triple net REIT trading at a deep value multiple of 4.4X forward consensus FFO. Service Properties' interest expense will increase as cheap fixed rate debt matures and gets refinanced. Sonesta International Hotel Corporation is undervalued and underappreciated. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Feb 26
Service Properties Trust: Downgrading To A Hold Ahead Of Upcoming Q4 Earnings Report
Summary Service Properties Trust downgraded from 'Buy' to 'Hold' as shares have failed to maintain momentum and have dropped below noteworthy moving averages. SVC struggling with FFO and EBITDA growth, with declines in certain segments. High leverage and debt raise concerns about dividend sustainability and long-term returns for investors. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaShareholder Returns
| SVC | US Hotel and Resort REITs | US Market | |
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| 7D | 1.8% | 4.4% | -0.8% |
| 1Y | -22.2% | 36.2% | 27.1% |
Return vs Industry: SVC underperformed the US Hotel and Resort REITs industry which returned 35.9% over the past year.
Return vs Market: SVC underperformed the US Market which returned 26.7% over the past year.
Price Volatility
| SVC volatility | |
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| SVC Average Weekly Movement | 11.3% |
| Hotel and Resort REITs Industry Average Movement | 4.4% |
| Market Average Movement | 7.2% |
| 10% most volatile stocks in US Market | 16.3% |
| 10% least volatile stocks in US Market | 3.2% |
Stable Share Price: SVC's share price has been volatile over the past 3 months compared to the US market.
Volatility Over Time: SVC's weekly volatility (11%) has been stable over the past year, but is still higher than 75% of US stocks.
About the Company
| Founded | Employees | CEO | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | n/a | Chris Bilotto | www.svcreit.com |
Service Properties Trust is a real estate investment trust with approximately 10 billion dollars invested in two asset categories service-focused retail net lease properties and hotels. As of December 31, 2025, SVC owned 760 service-focused retail net lease properties with over 13.6 million square feet throughout the United States. As of December 31, 2025, SVC also owned 94 hotels with over 21,000 guest rooms throughout the United States and in Puerto Rico and Canada.
Service Properties Trust Fundamentals Summary
| SVC fundamental statistics | |
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| Market cap | US$1.15b |
| Earnings (TTM) | -US$237.06m |
| Revenue (TTM) | US$1.74b |
0.6x
P/S Ratio-4.7x
P/E RatioIs SVC overvalued?
See Fair Value and valuation analysisEarnings & Revenue
| SVC income statement (TTM) | |
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| Revenue | US$1.74b |
| Cost of Revenue | US$1.20b |
| Gross Profit | US$540.26m |
| Other Expenses | US$777.32m |
| Earnings | -US$237.06m |
Last Reported Earnings
Mar 31, 2026
Next Earnings Date
n/a
| Earnings per share (EPS) | -0.37 |
| Gross Margin | 30.98% |
| Net Profit Margin | -13.59% |
| Debt/Equity Ratio | 1,030.3% |
How did SVC perform over the long term?
See historical performance and comparisonDividends
2.3%
Current Dividend Yield12%
Payout RatioCompany Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/05/21 15:04 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/21 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.
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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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* Example for US securities, for non-US equivalent regulatory forms and sources are used.
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Analyst Sources
Service Properties Trust is covered by 17 analysts. 3 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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| Michael Bellisario | Baird |
| Tyler Batory | Brean Capital Historical (Janney Montgomery) |
| John Massocca | B. Riley Securities, Inc. |