Sonder Holdings Inc.

Ashford Hospitality Trust cut board and management compensation in an attempt to save at least $14 million in EBITDA toward its $50 million goal.

Choice Hotels beat earnings expectations due to "other revenues," boosted guidance, and repurchased shares, while Accor reported strong Q4 results, announced a major stock buyback, and considered selling its AccorInvest stake.

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.

IHG is expanding its Vignette Collection with San Francisco's historic Hotel Spero and a new French property opening in 2025, featuring two transformed Tiara hotels.

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.

In 2024, Hilton achieved 7.3% net unit growth by adding nearly 1,000 hotels and strengthening its global pipeline, while expanding its brand portfolio with new lifestyle and luxury offerings worldwide.

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

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

Truist downgraded Playa Hotels & Resorts to Hold, seeing an increased likelihood of a Hyatt acquisition that could boost Hyatt’s share price as PLYA nears its $13 target.

In November 2024, Canada’s hotel industry experienced a significant boost, driven by Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour and a favorable calendar shift, with notable occupancy and rate increases in Toronto and Vancouver.