H World Group Ltd. (HTHT) shares tumbled 8.19% in pre-market trading on Wednesday, following the release of its fourth-quarter results and forward-looking guidance for 2026.
The hotel operator reported quarterly revenue of RMB 6.5 billion and net income attributable of RMB 1.2 billion for the fourth quarter. However, the company's outlook for the full year 2026 appears to have disappointed investors, as it expects revenue growth to be in the range of just 2% to 6%.
Adding to the uncertainty, the company announced a change in its financial leadership effective today. Arthur Yu has been appointed as the new Chief Financial Officer, replacing Chen Hui who is stepping down from the role. The market often reacts negatively to sudden changes in key executive positions due to concerns over strategic continuity.