CHH vs. H

Last updated Jun 4, 2026

CHH (Choice Hotels International, Inc.) and H (Hyatt Hotels Corporation) are both stocks. Both operate in the Lodging industry within the Consumer Cyclical sector. Over the past 10 years, CHH returned 9.75%/yr vs 15.00%/yr for H. A 0.64 correlation means they provide meaningful diversification when combined.

Performance

CHH vs. H - Performance Comparison

The chart below illustrates the hypothetical performance of a $10,000 investment in Choice Hotels International, Inc. (CHH) and Hyatt Hotels Corporation (H). The values are adjusted to include any dividend payments, if applicable.

Returns By Period

In the year-to-date period, CHH achieves a 12.51% return, which is significantly lower than H's 16.17% return. Over the past 10 years, CHH has underperformed H with an annualized return of 9.75%, while H has yielded a comparatively higher 15.00% annualized return.

CHH

• 1D: -3.54%
• 1M: 8.47%
• YTD: 12.51%
• 6M: 16.93%
• 1Y: -15.60%
• 3Y*: -1.73%
• 5Y*: -1.56%
• 10Y*: 9.75%

H

• 1D: 0.38%
• 1M: 16.94%
• YTD: 16.17%
• 6M: 15.48%
• 1Y: 40.49%
• 3Y*: 17.83%
• 5Y*: 19.00%
• 10Y*: 15.00%

*Multi-year figures are annualized to reflect compound growth (CAGR)

CHH vs. H - Yearly Performance Comparison

	2026 (YTD)	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017
CHH Choice Hotels International, Inc.	12.51%	-32.29%	26.18%	1.58%	-27.10%	46.69%	3.57%	45.92%	-6.72%	40.23%
H Hyatt Hotels Corporation	16.17%	2.56%	20.86%	44.76%	-5.68%	29.16%	-17.04%	34.06%	-7.36%	33.08%

Correlation

The correlation between CHH and H is 0.55, which is moderate. They share some common price drivers but move independently often enough to provide real diversification benefit when combined.

	Correlation
Correlation (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	0.55
Correlation (3Y) Calculated over the trailing 3-year period	0.56
Correlation (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period	0.66
Correlation (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period	0.68
Correlation (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history since Nov 6, 2009	0.64

The correlation between CHH and H shifts across timeframes, from 0.55 (1 year) to 0.68 (10 years), reflecting how their relationship changes across market environments.

Fundamentals

EPS CHH : $9.91 H : -$0.35
PS Ratio CHH : 2.32 H : 2.87
Total Revenue (TTM) CHH : $1.60B H : $6.24B
Gross Profit (TTM) CHH : $863.19M H : $1.72B
EBITDA (TTM) CHH : $630.73M H : $567.00M

Return for Risk

CHH vs. H — Risk / Return Rank

Compare risk-adjusted metric ranks to identify better-performing investments over the past 12 months.

CHH

CHH Risk / Return Rank: 23
CHH Sharpe Ratio Rank: 21
CHH Sortino Ratio Rank: 21
CHH Omega Ratio Rank: 22
CHH Calmar Ratio Rank: 26
CHH Martin Ratio Rank: 27

H

H Risk / Return Rank: 74
H Sharpe Ratio Rank: 76
H Sortino Ratio Rank: 72
H Omega Ratio Rank: 68
H Calmar Ratio Rank: 75
H Martin Ratio Rank: 79

The rank (0–100) shows how this investment's returns compare to the risk taken. Higher = better. Based on the past 12 months of data, combining Sharpe, Sortino, and other metrics used by quantitative funds and institutional investors.

CHH vs. H - Risk-Adjusted Trends Comparison

This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for Choice Hotels International, Inc. (CHH) and Hyatt Hotels Corporation (H). Risk-adjusted metrics are performance indicators that assess an investment's returns in relation to its risk, enabling a more accurate comparison of different investment options.

	CHH	H	Difference
Sharpe ratio Return per unit of total volatility	-0.45	1.22	-1.67
Sortino ratio Return per unit of downside risk	-0.42	1.90	-2.32
Omega ratio Gain probability vs. loss probability	0.95	1.22	-0.27
Calmar ratio Return relative to maximum drawdown	-0.42	2.16	-2.58
Martin ratio Return relative to average drawdown	-0.74	6.25	-6.99
Data is calculated on a 1-year rolling basis and updated daily. The trend shows the change in the indicator over the past month.

CHH vs. H - Sharpe Ratio Comparison

The current CHH Sharpe Ratio is -0.45, which is lower than the H Sharpe Ratio of 1.22. The chart below compares the historical Sharpe Ratios of CHH and H, calculated using daily returns over the previous 12 months. A higher Sharpe Ratio indicates better risk-adjusted performance relative to the risk-free rate.

Sharpe Ratios by Period

	CHH	H	Difference
Sharpe Ratio (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	-0.45	1.22	-1.67
Sharpe Ratio (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period	-0.05	0.55	-0.61
Sharpe Ratio (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period	0.33	0.43	-0.10
Sharpe Ratio (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history	0.32	0.38	-0.07

Drawdowns

CHH vs. H - Drawdown Comparison

The maximum CHH drawdown since its inception was -65.88%, which is greater than H's maximum drawdown of -60.54%. Use the drawdown chart below to compare losses from any high point for CHH and H.

Drawdown Indicators

	CHH	H	Difference
Max Drawdown Largest peak-to-trough decline	-65.88%	-60.54%	-5.34%
Max Drawdown (1Y) Largest decline over 1 year	-37.45%	-18.86%	-18.59%
Max Drawdown (3Y) Largest decline over 3 years	-45.50%	-37.28%	-8.22%
Max Drawdown (5Y) Largest decline over 5 years	-45.50%	-37.28%	-8.22%
Max Drawdown (10Y) Largest decline over 10 years	-50.50%	-60.54%	+10.04%
Current Drawdown Current decline from peak	-30.79%	0.00%	-30.79%
Average Drawdown Average peak-to-trough decline	-20.25%	-13.30%	-6.95%
Ulcer Index Depth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks	21.06%	6.50%	+14.56%

Volatility

CHH vs. H - Volatility Comparison

Choice Hotels International, Inc. (CHH) has a higher volatility of 10.93% compared to Hyatt Hotels Corporation (H) at 9.24%. This indicates that CHH's price experiences larger fluctuations and is considered to be riskier than H based on this measure. The chart below showcases a comparison of their rolling one-month volatility.

Volatility by Period

	CHH	H	Difference
Volatility (1M) Calculated over the trailing 1-month period	10.93%	9.24%	+1.69%
Volatility (6M) Calculated over the trailing 6-month period	29.82%	26.13%	+3.69%
Volatility (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	34.87%	33.36%	+1.51%
Volatility (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period, annualized	29.32%	34.49%	-5.17%
Volatility (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period, annualized	29.53%	35.25%	-5.72%

Dividends

CHH vs. H - Dividend Comparison

CHH's dividend yield for the trailing twelve months is around 1.08%, more than H's 0.32% yield.

Position	TTM	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017	2016	2015
CHH Choice Hotels International, Inc.	1.08%	1.21%	0.61%	1.02%	1.05%	0.29%	0.21%	0.84%	1.20%	1.11%	1.48%	1.57%
H Hyatt Hotels Corporation	0.32%	0.37%	0.38%	0.35%	0.00%	0.00%	0.27%	0.85%	0.89%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%

Financials

CHH vs. H - Profitability Comparison

The chart below illustrates the profitability comparison between Choice Hotels International, Inc. and Hyatt Hotels Corporation over time, highlighting three key metrics: Gross Profit Margin, Operating Margin, and Net Profit Margin.

CHH - Gross Margin

Gross margin is calculated as gross profit divided by revenue. For the three months ending on Jun 2026, Choice Hotels International, Inc. reported a gross profit of 216.67M and revenue of 340.58M. Therefore, the gross margin over that period was 63.6%.

H - Gross Margin

Gross margin is calculated as gross profit divided by revenue. For the three months ending on Jun 2026, Hyatt Hotels Corporation reported a gross profit of 803.00M and revenue of 1.75B. Therefore, the gross margin over that period was 45.9%.

CHH - Operating Margin

Operating margin is calculated as operating income divided by revenue. For the three months ending on Jun 2026, Choice Hotels International, Inc. reported an operating income of 60.03M and revenue of 340.58M, resulting in an operating margin of 17.6%.

H - Operating Margin

Operating margin is calculated as operating income divided by revenue. For the three months ending on Jun 2026, Hyatt Hotels Corporation reported an operating income of 673.00M and revenue of 1.75B, resulting in an operating margin of 38.5%.

CHH - Net Margin

Net margin is calculated as net income divided by revenue. For the three months ending on Jun 2026, Choice Hotels International, Inc. reported a net income of 20.30M and revenue of 340.58M, resulting in a net margin of 6.0%.

H - Net Margin

Net margin is calculated as net income divided by revenue. For the three months ending on Jun 2026, Hyatt Hotels Corporation reported a net income of 38.00M and revenue of 1.75B, resulting in a net margin of 2.2%.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I hold both CHH and H in my portfolio?

CHH and H have a correlation of 0.55, meaning they provide meaningful diversification benefit when combined. Depending on your allocation goals, holding both could reduce overall portfolio risk.

Which is riskier, CHH or H?

CHH has higher volatility (10.93%) compared to H (9.24%). In terms of maximum drawdown, CHH dropped -65.88% vs H's -60.54%.

Which has better risk-adjusted returns?

H currently has the higher Sharpe Ratio (1.22 vs -0.45), meaning it's delivered slightly more return per unit of risk over the trailing 12 months. However, this ranking shifts over time - use the Risk/Return Score above for a more comprehensive view that combines Sharpe, Sortino, and other measures used by quantitative funds.