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Hotels are hitting affordability ceiling: report

By Rob Schneider

Lighthouse’s “State of global hotel pricing” finds that Western consumers are seeking more value while rates are rising in Latin America and traditional APAC destinations.... Read More

News / Asset Management

On the Money with Philip 'Flip' Maritz

By Jeffrey Weinstein

Here is a transcript of the recent video interview with Philip Maritz, where he discusses his operating philosophy, his Sundance development, his expectations for the M&A market and more.... Read More

News / Financing

Goldman Sachs launching $500M fund in Japan

By Rob Schneider

The fund, which is targeting its first close in March, is seeking hospitality, residential and logistics assets as well as data centers.... Read More

News / Asset Management

USTA CEO on perceptions of US as destination

By Abby Crotty

According to USTA CEO Geoff Freeman, fear continues to impact U.S. travel demand, and more needs to be done to address concerns.... Read More

News / Owners

Why exiting Miami investment early made sense for Certares

By Rob Schneider | September 15, 2025

Senior Managing Director Nolan Hecht discussed how a friendship that formed at Cornell has continued into one of the more successful investment collaborations. ... Read More

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HAMA members expect better fourth quarter

By Jeffrey Weinstein | September 15, 2025

Relative optimism prevails with a majority expecting some RevPAR growth in 4Q25, with similar sentiment carrying into 2026. ... Read More

News / Mergers and Acquisitions

Latest news: AHT sells in SD; business travel rebound?; HE grows in Canada

September 12, 2025

Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More

News / Insights

Quotes of the Week: Ad Altius, Blackstone, Noble House

September 11, 2025

Among the top quotes from stories this week is Ad Altius' Thomas Brown talking about institutional capital pursuing ultraluxury assets as it recognizes the value of scarcity.... Read More

News / Asset Management

AI: Service upgrade or system error?

By Patricia Wee | September 10, 2025

From robots to RPA, hoteliers weigh AI’s promises and pitfalls at Singapore Hotel Association event. ... Read More

News / Mergers and Acquisitions

Institutional capital buying into ultraluxury

By Jeffrey Weinstein | September 8, 2025

Recognizing the value of scarcity, new equity players pursue the creme and lift valuations for potential sellers.... Read More

News / Brands

Why the ability to hold rate encourages Marriott CEO

By Rob Schneider | September 5, 2025

Anthony Capuano discussed bifurcation, the current development environment and challenges in China at BofA conference.... Read More

News / Insights

Quotes of the Week: JLL, LARC, Axe Management Partners, Ovolo

By Jeffrey Weinstein & Rob Schneider | September 4, 2025

Among the noteworthy quotes from stories this week include JLL's Lauro Ferroni talking about better deal dynamics ahead.... Read More

News / Mergers and Acquisitions

Who are the likely buyers for Braemar’s portfolio?

By Rob Schneider | September 3, 2025

Analysts say private equity or high-net-worth individuals or groups are the most likely buyers for the luxury assets. But will they sell as a portfolio or in pieces?... Read More

News / Owners

Latest news: Cain hires ex-Six Senses CEO; Mohari, Omnam €280M refi; sale of historic Boston asset

By Rob Schneider | September 3, 2025

Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More

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US holiday travel plans steady, but cost conscious

By Jeffrey Weinstein | September 3, 2025

PwC report finds that overall holiday spending is set to decline by 5% -- the first notable drop since 2020.... Read More

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