Valued at a market cap of 12.6 billion, Host Hotels & Resorts, Inc. (HST) is a lodging real estate investment trust (REIT) that owns and invests in upscale and luxury hotels and resorts. The Bethesda, Maryland-based company operates under leading global brands, including Marriott, Ritz-Carlton, Hyatt, and Four Seasons. Companies valued at 10 billion or more are typically classified as “large-cap stocks,” and HST fits the label perfectly, with its market cap exceeding this threshold, underscoring its si ...