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North America

IHG Acquires European Hotel Brand Ruby

IHG reported strong Q4 2024 results, announced the acquisition of the Ruby brand, raised its dividend by 10%, and launched a $900 million buyback, but investors remained unimpressed despite its strong performance.
North America

Hotel Investors Beam With Optimism

The ALIS Conference reflected cautious optimism about the hotel industry's future, with hopes for policy changes, modest RevPAR growth, transaction market challenges, and a suggestion that Taylor Swift could boost travel demand.
North America

Sternlicht Revives the Starwood Brand

Barry Sternlicht is set to revive the Starwood brand through his current hotel management company, SH Hotels & Resorts, rebranding it as Starwood from February.
North America

Wells Fargo Shows Optimism for U.S. RevPAR in 2025

Wells Fargo predicts a 2% U.S. RevPAR growth in 2025, led by group and luxury segments, upgrading Wyndham Hotels to Overweight and highlighting strength in Asia and Europe.
North America

Choice Hotels' New Branding for Radisson Americas

Choice Hotels is revitalizing its Radisson Hotels Americas brand with new visual identities, enhanced guest experiences, and significant renovations at key properties.
Asia-Pacific

Asia Pacific Tourist Arrivals Trail 15% Below 2019

JLL's new Hotel Operators Investment Survey highlights Asia Pacific's uneven hotel recovery, with disparities in regional growth, labor challenges, rising costs, and a positive 2025 outlook driven by MICE demand despite lingering tourist shortfalls.
North America

Hyatt’s New Las Vegas Deals

Hyatt improves on the value of its World of Hyatt loyalty program with the addition of two iconic Las Vegas properties.