Hilton is a leading global hospitality company, dedicated to providing exceptional service and unforgettable experiences across its portfolio of hotel brands in over 130 countries and territories.

Positive signals

Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc. received a 'Low Risk' ESG Risk Rating from Sustainalytics as of May 2025, indicating strong management of material environmental, social, and governance risks relative to industry peers.

S&P Global's ESG Score for Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc. in November 2024 reflects above-average performance on key ESG issues, with no recent critical controversies reported that would materially impact reputation or financial standing.

Morningstar's sustainability analysis as of February 2025 confirms Hilton's highest controversy level remains low, with no recent major ESG incidents, and recognizes the company's ongoing efforts to address sustainability in the travel and lodging sector.

Concerns

Illegal lawsuit against union

Ongoing strike for sustainable wages

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission found that Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc. failed to disclose approximately $1.7 million in travel-related perquisites and personal benefits paid to its CEO and other named executive officers from 2015 through 2018, violating Sections 13(a) and 14(a) of the Exchange Act and related rules.

Retaliation against union organizing efforts

Discriminatory policy against hosting Arabs

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