Wall Street

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.
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
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
Quotes of the week: Aimbridge, Hotel Equities, Wyndham, JRK
News / Insights
Quotes of the week: Aimbridge, Hotel Equities, Wyndham, JRK
By Rob Schneider & Jeffrey Weinstein | February 29, 2024
Among our top quotes from the past week was new Aimbridge CEO Craig Smith on why he came out of retirement to take the top spot at the hotel operator.... Read More
Latest news: Ashford sells in Boston; big Travelodge deal closes; Casa Cipriani refinance
News / Mergers and Acquistions
Latest news: Ashford sells in Boston; big Travelodge deal closes; Casa Cipriani refinance
By Rob Schneider | February 29, 2024
The latest on development, M&A and more, including news from Ascott Ltd., Accor, PPHE, Choice, Minor and Marriott.... Read More
Deal activity: February 21-27, 2024
News / Transactions Lists
Deal activity: February 21-27, 2024
By Shawn Turner | February 29, 2024
Among the noteworthy deals of the past week is Pandox AB selling the DoubleTree by Hilton Montreal to an undisclosed buyer for approximately $59.17 million.... Read More
Sen Elizabeth Warren: Choice-Wyndham bad for business
News / Mergers and Acquistions
Sen Elizabeth Warren: Choice-Wyndham bad for business
By Jeffrey Weinstein | February 29, 2024
Wyndham circulates a letter from the Massachusetts senator that states the FTC should carefully scrutinize the proposed Choice takeover.... Read More
Roundup of REIT earnings from 4Q and full-year 2023
News / REITs
Roundup of REIT earnings from 4Q and full-year 2023
By Rob Schneider | February 27, 2024
A deeper dive into the numbers of Ashford, Apple, Chatham, Host, Parks, Pebblebrook, RLJ, Ryman and Sunstone.... Read More
Hilton partners with outdoor brand AutoCamp
News / Brands
Hilton partners with outdoor brand AutoCamp
By Jeffrey Weinstein | February 27, 2024
 It’s still not a deal to acquire the Graduate brand, but the move increases inventory for Hilton Honor members, coming not long after a partnership with Small Luxury Hotels.  ... Read More
Hyatt reports record fees; continues push for asset-light
News / C Corps
Hyatt reports record fees; continues push for asset-light
By Rob Schneider | February 23, 2024
During its delayed Q4 and 2023 earnings, Hyatt announced selling 80% of its Unlimited Vacation Club, which will lead to “simplified” financial reporting for the future.... Read More
Latest news: Former Trump in DC struggles; Playa reports strong demand; Club Med updates pipeline
News / Brands
Latest news: Former Trump in DC struggles; Playa reports strong demand; Club Med updates pipeline
By Jeffrey Weinstein | February 23, 2024
Breaking news about development, M&A, earnings, data and more.... Read More
Wyndham chairman: I am out of patience with Choice falsehoods
News / Mergers and Acquistions
Wyndham chairman: I am out of patience with Choice falsehoods
By Jeffrey Weinstein | February 22, 2024
Wyndham Chairman Stephen Holmes writes to shareholders to address what he terms false comments made by Choice Hotels about its engagement with the hostile bidder.... Read More