Debt and Equity

The Debt and Equity section on Hotel Investment Today provides the latest updates and insights on financing strategies and covers topics such as debt financing, equity investments, and capital markets that are impacting the hotel investment community today.
Aimbridge targets extended growth in Latin America
News / Management
Aimbridge targets extended growth in Latin America
By Jeffrey Weinstein | March 12, 2024
Recent deal adds four properties (three Marriott branded) in Mexico and leadership is turning their attention to resort and lifestyle markets. ... Read More
Could H World be Asia’s first global hotel behemoth?
News / Brands
Could H World be Asia’s first global hotel behemoth?
By Raini H. R. | March 12, 2024
Western chains go beyond their home base and become huge global players. Why not Asian chains? Could H World be first as it ramps up international expansion with brands such as Ji Hotel? ... Read More
Latest news: PEG Companies grows in Utah; Lightstone explores M&A; Aspen refi
News / Owners
Latest news: PEG Companies grows in Utah; Lightstone explores M&A; Aspen refi
By Rob Schneider | March 11, 2024
The latest on development, M&A, data and more, including news from Braemar, AHLA, Ennismore, Investrade and more.... Read More
Aman coming to Dubai beachfront
News / Brands
Aman coming to Dubai beachfront
By Jeffrey Weinstein | March 11, 2024
With details to come, developer Bright Start is creating an all-suite beachfront property with residences. ... Read More
Hilton expands into EMEA with Home2 Suites
News / Brands
Hilton expands into EMEA with Home2 Suites
By Stefani C. O'Connor | March 11, 2024
Two deals already inked for ‘untapped market;’ greater brand awareness, deals across multiple countries and opportunities for adaptive reuse, conversions in the mix.... Read More
It's over! Choice walks away from Wyndham deal
News / Mergers and Acquistions
It's over! Choice walks away from Wyndham deal
By Jeffrey Weinstein | March 11, 2024
Support from Wyndham stockholders tendering into the exchange offer by Friday's deadline was not enough to move forward with the contentious offer.  ... Read More
Investor perspective on the state of hotel financing
News
Investor perspective on the state of hotel financing
By Jeffrey Weinstein | March 8, 2024
After HREC offered takeaways from annual mortgage bankers conference, Hotel Investment Today asked industry investors for their opinions on the current lending environment. ... Read More
Investing in Indonesia’s emerging capital
News / Contributed Perspectives
Investing in Indonesia’s emerging capital
By Pierre Marechal | March 8, 2024
There’s a lot of potential, but what are the risks and opportunities in Kalimantan as the nation elects a new president? ... Read More
Quotes of the Week: Meyer Jabara, Hyatt, Matthews Southwest
News / Insights
Quotes of the Week: Meyer Jabara, Hyatt, Matthews Southwest
By Jeffrey Weinstein & Rob Schneider | March 7, 2024
Among our top quotes from the past week was new Meyer Jabara CIO Ian McAuley talking about new deal development. ... Read More
For public-private project leader, persistence, patience pay off
News / Owners
For public-private project leader, persistence, patience pay off
By Rob Schneider | March 6, 2024
Matthews Southwest Hospitality specializes in public-private partnerships, but the developer is also taking equity stakes in Dallas-Fort Worth projects, including a new brand.... Read More
Is Choice signaling plan to walk away from Wyndham?
News / Mergers and Acquistions
Is Choice signaling plan to walk away from Wyndham?
By Jeffrey Weinstein | March 5, 2024
After Choice reminded Wyndham shareholder to tender their shares by Friday, analysts published mixed reports and signals about the state of the hostile takeover bid.... Read More
Choice Hotels urges Wyndham stockholders to tender shares
News / Mergers and Acquistions
Choice Hotels urges Wyndham stockholders to tender shares
By Jeffrey Weinstein | March 5, 2024
Choice statement suggest tender before the March 8 deadline will send a message to Wyndham’s board to reengage and make a deal. ... Read More
Update: Hyatt deal showcases its flexibility in China
News / Management
Update: Hyatt deal showcases its flexibility in China
By Jeffrey Weinstein | March 4, 2024
Hyatt, HTTG, Dragon Group deal will lead to 60 new hotels and builds on US giant’s adaptability and commitment to growth in China. ... Read More
Latest news: Accor timeshare deal closes; CL Hotels buys in Miami; Marriott adds in D.R.
News / Mergers and Acquistions
Latest news: Accor timeshare deal closes; CL Hotels buys in Miami; Marriott adds in D.R.
By Rob Schneider | March 4, 2024
The latest on development, M&A, data and more, including news from Megaworld, Marcus, Marriott, Mishari, GHA and more.... Read More
One week until HIT webinar: Maximizing conversion upside
News / Insights
One week until HIT webinar: Maximizing conversion upside
March 4, 2024
Sign up today to learn the conversion secrets every owner should know to maximize the upside. ... Read More