Analysts’ Recent Ratings Changes for Choice Hotels International (CHH)

Several analysts have recently updated their ratings and price targets for Choice Hotels International (NYSE: CHH):

• 5/12/2026 – Choice Hotels International had its price target lowered by Morgan Stanley from $87.00 to $86.00. They now have an “underweight” rating on the stock.
• 5/11/2026 – Choice Hotels International was given a new $128.00 price target by Robert W. Baird.
• 5/6/2026 – Choice Hotels International had its price target lowered by JPMorgan Chase & Co. from $117.00 to $116.00. They now have a “neutral” rating on the stock.
• 5/4/2026 – Choice Hotels International was given a new $114.00 price target by Deutsche Bank Aktiengesellschaft.
• 5/4/2026 – Choice Hotels International had its price target lowered by Susquehanna from $115.00 to $110.00. They now have a “neutral” rating on the stock.
• 4/30/2026 – Choice Hotels International had its price target lowered by Barclays PLC from $112.00 to $100.00. They now have an “underweight” rating on the stock.
• 4/23/2026 – Choice Hotels International had its price target raised by Susquehanna from $95.00 to $115.00. They now have a “neutral” rating on the stock.
• 4/21/2026 – Choice Hotels International had its price target raised by JPMorgan Chase & Co. from $109.00 to $117.00. They now have a “neutral” rating on the stock.
• 4/16/2026 – Choice Hotels International had its price target raised by Barclays PLC from $101.00 to $112.00. They now have an “underweight” rating on the stock.
• 4/10/2026 – Choice Hotels International had its price target raised by Morgan Stanley from $83.00 to $87.00. They now have an “underweight” rating on the stock.
• 3/26/2026 – Choice Hotels International had its price target raised by Truist Financial Corporation from $126.00 to $129.00. They now have a “buy” rating on the stock.

Choice Hotels International Announces Dividend

The business also recently disclosed a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Wednesday, April 15th. Stockholders of record on Wednesday, April 1st were issued a dividend of $0.2875 per share. The ex-dividend date was Wednesday, April 1st. This represents a $1.15 annualized dividend and a dividend yield of 1.1%. Choice Hotels International’s payout ratio is presently 15.50%.

Insider Activity

In other news, CFO Scott E. Oaksmith sold 1,603 shares of the business’s stock in a transaction dated Wednesday, March 18th. The shares were sold at an average price of $100.00, for a total transaction of $160,300.00. Following the transaction, the chief financial officer owned 37,172 shares in the company, valued at approximately $3,717,200. The trade was a 4.13% decrease in their position. The transaction was disclosed in a document filed with the SEC, which can be accessed through the SEC website. Insiders own 24.02% of the company’s stock.

Choice Hotels International, Inc is a hospitality franchisor specializing in the development and support of lodging brands across the economy, midscale and upscale segments. Through a network of franchisees, Choice Hotels supplies proprietary reservation and distribution systems, comprehensive marketing programs, and operational support services. The company’s core activities include brand management, franchise development, and technology-driven revenue optimization tools designed to enhance guest acquisition and retention for its partners.

Founded in 1939 as Quality Courts United, the company rebranded to Choice Hotels International in 1982 to reflect its expanding brand portfolio and global ambitions.