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Read the latest on the public hotel companies in the industry in Hotel Investment Today's The Wall Street section. This section provides comprehensive coverage on the latest updates and insights on financial activities such as analysis of quarterly earnings reports, mergers and acquisitions, market trends, investment strategies, and more that are impacting the hotel investment industry.
Deal activity: December 17-31, 2024
News / Transactions Lists
Deal activity: December 17-31, 2024
By Shawn Turner | January 2, 2025
Among the noteworthy deals of the past two weeks was Playa Hotels & Resorts’ sale of the Jewel Paradise Cover in Runaway Bay, Jamaica, for $28.5 million.... Read More
Playa sells Jamaica resort for $28.5M
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
Playa sells Jamaica resort for $28.5M
By Jeffrey Weinstein | January 2, 2025
While negotiating a big deal with Hyatt, Playa Hotels & Resorts sells all-inclusive Jewel Paradise Cove Resort & Spa.... Read More
Hyatt again boosts all-inclusive platform
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
Hyatt again boosts all-inclusive platform
By Jeffrey Weinstein | December 30, 2024
Deal with Grupo Piñero to add Bahia Principe Hotels & Resorts increases Hyatt’s all-inclusive platform by 22 resorts and some 12,000 rooms.... Read More
Hyatt, Playa enter exclusive merger talks
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
Hyatt, Playa enter exclusive merger talks
By Jeffrey Weinstein | December 23, 2024
Already working together in the all-inclusive space, a merger or acquisition would give Hyatt a greater presence in the Caribbean and “add new incremental durable fee streams.”  ... Read More
Latest news: Big CMBS comeback; high-profile US refis; Rockbridge buys 3 ZaZas
News / Financing
Latest news: Big CMBS comeback; high-profile US refis; Rockbridge buys 3 ZaZas
By Rob Schneider | December 20, 2024
 Breaking news on deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Soho House receives another buyout offer
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
Soho House receives another buyout offer
By Jeffrey Weinstein | December 19, 2024
Second offer in a year represents an 83% premium but values the company well below its IPO price in 2021.... Read More
Quotes of the Week: Hilton, Lark Hospitality, Oyo, Hotel Equities
News / Insights
Quotes of the Week: Hilton, Lark Hospitality, Oyo, Hotel Equities
By Jeffrey Weinstein & Rob Schneider | December 19, 2024
Noteworthy quotes from this week's stories include Hilton's luxury brand head Dino Michael talking about his obligation to bring back the Waldorf Astoria New York just right.... Read More
Ashford moving on from debt with new revenue initiative
News / REITs
Ashford moving on from debt with new revenue initiative
By Rob Schneider | December 18, 2024
The “GRO AHT” plan by the Dallas-based REIT aims to drive EBITDA and increase share value by cutting costs through layoffs and pay cuts, streamlining labor costs and adding new revenue streams.... Read More
Here comes THE Waldorf Astoria
News / Brands
Here comes THE Waldorf Astoria
By Jeffrey Weinstein | December 18, 2024
The original Waldorf Astoria in New York City is expected to reopen this spring after seven-plus years. Hilton’s head of luxury brands talks about the meticulous process.... Read More
Latest news: Blackstone mulls Grand Wailea sale; $118M refi in Boston; junk fee ban
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
Latest news: Blackstone mulls Grand Wailea sale; $118M refi in Boston; junk fee ban
By Rob Schneider | December 17, 2024
Breaking news on deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Latest news: Leyad, Capstone buy in NYC; REIT refis in Austin; Line DC to auction
News / Financing
Latest news: Leyad, Capstone buy in NYC; REIT refis in Austin; Line DC to auction
By Rob Schneider | December 13, 2024
 Breaking news on deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Marriott joins the outdoor herd
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
Marriott joins the outdoor herd
By Jeffrey Weinstein | December 13, 2024
Acquisition of Postcard Cabins and agreement with Trailborn will form the nucleus of an outdoor-focused collection. ... Read More
Latest news: Deals in EMEA, Asia dominate; new CEO for Beaumier
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
Latest news: Deals in EMEA, Asia dominate; new CEO for Beaumier
By Rob Schneider | December 5, 2024
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Quotes of the Week: JLL, Dawson Design, Accor, Olive by Embassy
News / Insights
Quotes of the Week: JLL, Dawson Design, Accor, Olive by Embassy
By Jeffrey Weinstein & Rob Schneider | December 5, 2024
Among the noteworthy quotes of the week is R.W. Baird analyst Michael Bellisario reacting to speculation about a potential sale of Sunstone Hotel Investors.... Read More
Latest news: Ashford sells in Boston; new Orlando luxe hotel; Conrad in Portugal sells
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
Latest news: Ashford sells in Boston; new Orlando luxe hotel; Conrad in Portugal sells
By Rob Schneider | December 4, 2024
 Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More