Corporate/Finance

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    World Cup to bring ‘modest’ RevPAR growth to US: report

    While the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup is expected to bring notable RevPAR gains to U.S. host cities, the overall domestic impact will be "negligible," per CoStar and Tourism Economics.

    By • Feb. 23, 2026
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    Gencom’s NYC Ritz-Carlton buy signals bold 2026 strategy

    Chief Investment Officer Alessandro Colantonio shares the allure behind New York City and other key markets where the firm is eyeing branded luxury opportunities.

    By • Feb. 23, 2026
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    Host Hotels & Resorts sells 2 Four Seasons for combined $1.1B

    The Florida and Wyoming property sales continue the real estate investment trust’s recent divestment activity, including the sale of The St. Regis Houston.

    By • Feb. 20, 2026
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    Wyndham CEO optimistic about future development despite RevPAR woes

    During a Thursday earnings call, Wyndham executives touted “strong conversion activity” amid a significant decline in U.S. RevPAR in Q4 2025. 

    By • Feb. 19, 2026
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    Global markets ‘key’ to Choice Hotels’ growth as US RevPAR down in Q4

    Dampened domestic travel demand could get a boost from anticipated tax relief for middle-income families as well as major events in 2026, per CEO Pacious.

    By • Feb. 19, 2026
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    IHG builds on conversion momentum in Q4 with collection brand launch

    The new upscale Noted Collection “fills a key space” in IHG’s brand ladder, as the company eyes strong net unit growth in 2026, CEO Elie Maalouf said.

    By • Feb. 18, 2026
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    Caesars joins MGM, Wynn in posting Q4 Vegas dip

    Despite recent net revenue declines in the market, CEO Tom Reeg enters 2026 with optimism, saying “the allure of Las Vegas has not changed.”

    By • Feb. 18, 2026
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    Global hotel investment volumes to see ‘robust increase’ in 2026: JLL

    Investment dynamics are improving largely due to strengthening debt markets, continued conviction in luxury assets and more private equity mobilization, per a new report. 

    By • Feb. 18, 2026
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    Hyatt executive chair Thomas Pritzker exits citing Epstein association

    The longtime board chairman will retire and not seek reelection after being named in court documents pertaining to the late Jeffrey Epstein’s sex crimes.

    By • Feb. 17, 2026
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    Marriott ‘actively investing’ in AI, reports progress on system migration

    The company is working to overhaul three core tech systems, rolling out the updates to “a meaningful number” of hotels in 2026.

    By Roberto Torres • Feb. 17, 2026
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    Wynn Resorts posts Q4 Vegas declines, points to brighter 2026

    Casino volumes and RevPAR are holding up well to start the year, and a solid group and convention calendar is promising, CEO Craig Billings said during an earnings call.

    By • Feb. 13, 2026
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    Waldorf Astoria New York could sell: WSJ

    After reopening just months ago, the historic Manhattan hotel could soon hit the market for more than $1 billion, per other reports. 

    By • Feb. 12, 2026
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    Asset-light strategy to fuel Hyatt’s growth in 2026

    The company’s fourth-quarter results “exceeded expectations,” CFO Joan Bottarini said on an earnings call, with RevPAR and net rooms gains also anticipated in the year ahead.

    By • Feb. 12, 2026
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    Conversions remain ‘integral’ to Hilton, as CEO touts new brands

    Chris Nassetta said during an earnings call that 2025 was the “biggest year of organic openings,” also hinting at the imminent launch of Undergraduate and an upcoming student-housing concept. 

    By • Feb. 12, 2026
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    Marriott added more than 40 million loyalty members in 2025

    The hotel company has fueled its loyalty program through partnerships with companies like Uber and Starbucks, CEO Anthony Capuano said.

    By Bryan Wassel • Feb. 11, 2026
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    Marriott’s Edition brand to fill ‘clear gap’ in Nashville hospitality

    The Nashville Edition hotel and residential development in Tennessee will proceed after investment group Tidal Real Estate Partners secured $371.5 million in financing.

    By • Feb. 11, 2026
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    Travelers financially ‘cautious’ as economic concerns persist: report

    Although consumers are prioritizing travel, patterns are shifting as affluent travelers pull back spend and younger demographics embrace AI, per Deloitte.

    By Lara Ewen • Feb. 10, 2026
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    Marriott posts RevPAR, development gains in Q4 2025

    The company anticipates solid portfolio growth in 2026 driven by a growing luxury pipeline and momentum in conversions, C-suite executives shared during an earnings call.

    By • Feb. 10, 2026
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    Gencom buys Manhattan Ritz-Carlton, furthering luxury investment strategy

    The Miami-based firm acquired the Ritz-Carlton New York, Central Park hotel from Westbrook Partners and Korea Investment Corp. following other recent New York City deals.

    By • Feb. 6, 2026
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    MGM Resorts down in Las Vegas in Q4, though CEO remains optimistic

    The company’s Vegas segment saw net revenues decline each quarter of 2025, but CEO Bill Hornbuckle maintains “there always will be extraordinary value” in the market.

    By • Feb. 6, 2026
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    Jeff Bzdawka promoted to Hapi CEO

    A familiar face to the hospitality data provider is now taking over the reins.

    By • Feb. 5, 2026
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    Canary Technologies acquires OpenKey to bolster its mobile key platform

    The deal expands Canary’s access to door lock providers and builds upon its AI-powered guest management system.

    By • Feb. 4, 2026
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    Another Marriott executive to retire in March amid leadership shuffle

    David Flueck, global officer for loyalty, cards and new businesses, joins CFO Leeny Oberg and others exiting the company next month.

    By • Feb. 4, 2026
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    US hotel investment climbed to $24B in 2025: JLL

    Transaction volume rose 17.5% year over year, driven in part by strong private equity activity and improving debt markets, according to a new report. 

    By • Feb. 3, 2026
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    Hotel industry forecast 2026: Technology, development, labor and more

    Hospitality experts share the top trends that will impact hotels this year, including a growing wealth bifurcation, AI advancements and brand proliferation. 

    By • Jan. 30, 2026