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North America

Earnings Day for Host Hotels, RLJ, Xenia and More 

Many U.S. hotel companies reported earnings, with RLJ Lodging Trust beating estimates but giving a softer forecast, Xenia Hotels missing across the board, and Host Hotels posting a modest beat despite hurricane impacts.
North America

New York City Targets Hotel Labor Sub-Contracting

A proposed bill in New York City aims to ban nonunion hotels from outsourcing key functions, potentially disrupting hotels that subcontract consumer-facing work to firms that pay employees lower wages for tasks like housekeeping and security.
North America

Braemar and Blackwells Come to an Agreement

Braemar Hotels and Blackwells Capital have reached an agreement ending their proxy battle, with Blackwells withdrawing nominations, supporting BHR proposals, buying more shares, and BHR adding an independent director with Blackwells' input.
North America

Soho House Rejects Takeover Offer

Soho House dissolved its Independent Special Committee after rejecting an offer for strategic transactions, causing discontent among shareholders due to the stock's low trading price.
North America

Margaritaville Announces Plans for New All-Inclusive Resort

Hilton's Curio Collection is set to reach its 150th hotel milestone by the end of 2023, with notable openings in various global locations, including Kenya, Vietnam, Monaco, Australia, and Argentina. Sun Hill Properties announced plans for a new 395-key hotel next to the Hilton Los Angeles/Universal City, aimed at accommodating the 2028 Olympics. The Marriott Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa in Florida announced the opening of a newly transformed spa and renovated guestrooms and restaurants.