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.
ALIS set to open in Los Angeles
News
ALIS set to open in Los Angeles
By Jeffrey Weinstein | January 24, 2025
The 24th edition of The BHN Group’s investment conference includes 180-plus speakers at the main event and runs with three components throughout the week. ... Read More
The 'greater fool' challenge behind Trinity's investments
News / Owners
The 'greater fool' challenge behind Trinity's investments
By Rob Schneider | January 24, 2025
CEO Sean Hehir discusses some of Trinity’s recent deals, his feelings on the broader investment market, rescue capital and why larger portfolio deals could be in the future.... Read More
Latest news: Sternlicht brings back Starwood; MOHG to Puerto Rico; Thompson Denver trades
News / Brands
Latest news: Sternlicht brings back Starwood; MOHG to Puerto Rico; Thompson Denver trades
January 24, 2025
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
US transaction volume in 4Q24 up 20% YOY: LWHA
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
US transaction volume in 4Q24 up 20% YOY: LWHA
By Jeffrey Weinstein | January 24, 2025
Comparing 2024 with 2023, the number of trades increased over 4% while total dollar volume grew roughly 12%, average deal size rose close to 7% and sale price per room remained flat. ... Read More
Deal activity: January 14-20, 2025
News / Transactions Lists
Deal activity: January 14-20, 2025
By Shawn Turner | January 23, 2025
Among the noteworthy deals of the past week was Four First Nations and InnVest Hotels acquiring a majority stake of the Hilton Quebec in Canada.... Read More
Dallas, Atlanta lead US pipeline
News / Owners
Dallas, Atlanta lead US pipeline
By Jeffrey Weinstein | January 23, 2025
Unprecedented future growth in the U.S. with the South and Southwest leading the way, according to Lodging Econometrics. ... Read More
City Express adds 4 countries in Latin America
News / Brands
City Express adds 4 countries in Latin America
By Jeffrey Weinstein | January 23, 2025
Debuts in Argentina, Bolivia, Nicaragua, and Peru with eight properties expected to open over the next three years. ... Read More
Quotes of the Week: TriO Capital, Hyatt, BWH Hotels, Kasa
News / Insights
Quotes of the Week: TriO Capital, Hyatt, BWH Hotels, Kasa
By Jeffrey Weinstein & Rob Schneider | January 22, 2025
Among the noteworthy quotes from this week's stories is Hong Kong-based TriO Capital's Managing Director Tim Aple talking about development transparency challenges in Southeast Asia.... Read More
7% growth in US pipeline
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7% growth in US pipeline
By Jeffrey Weinstein | January 22, 2025
The most dramatic growth appears in the early planning stage with projects up 15% and room counts increasing by 19% year-over-year, according to Lodging Econometrics. ... Read More
Ovolo Group’s TriO Capital bets on Southeast Asia
News / Owners
Ovolo Group’s TriO Capital bets on Southeast Asia
By Raini H.R. | January 22, 2025
Through a combination of asset recycling and strategic acquisitions, Ovolo Group rebuilds its mandate through new vehicle TriO Capital.... Read More
Hyatt to add 13 new markets across EMEA
News / Brands
Hyatt to add 13 new markets across EMEA
By Jeffrey Weinstein | January 22, 2025
Spain remains key growth market; new joint venture with Spanish Grupo Piñero drives all-inclusive growth. ... Read More
Blackstone buying in Manhattan; selling in Spain?
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
Blackstone buying in Manhattan; selling in Spain?
By Jeffrey Weinstein | January 22, 2025
The real estate giant is bulking up in Manhattan while reports surface of plans to divest of 22,000 rooms in Spain.... Read More
From cabins to glamping, big hotel chains lean into the great outdoors
News / Brands
From cabins to glamping, big hotel chains lean into the great outdoors
By Christina Jelski | January 21, 2025
Marriott International is the latest to make a move, acquiring Postcard Cabins and forging a long-term agreement with Trailborn. ... Read More
Latest news: Famed Stanford Court in trouble; notable refis in Manhattan and Dallas
News / Debt and Equity
Latest news: Famed Stanford Court in trouble; notable refis in Manhattan and Dallas
By Rob Schneider | January 21, 2025
Breaking news about development, deals, data and more.... Read More
BWH Hotels looks east for expansion
News / Brands
BWH Hotels looks east for expansion
By Robert Cole | January 21, 2025
Hotels in Asia, the Middle East and Africa will account for most of the hoped-for growth.... Read More