Forecasts

Access in-depth hotel investment forecasts, market outlooks, and economic trend analysis to guide strategic decisions in the hospitality sector.
How will higher gas prices impact US hotel results?
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How will higher gas prices impact US hotel results?
By Jeffrey Weinstein | March 13, 2026
Experts weigh-in with varying perspectives, but history suggests not as much as one would think.... Read More
Why lenders have a bigger appetite for F&B
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Why lenders have a bigger appetite for F&B
By Rob Schneider | March 13, 2026
The former CEO of Standard International has returned to her legal roots. She discusses the deal environment, growing revenue and the complexity of F&B.... Read More
Quotes of the Week: Minor, Mullen, Capella, Beckons
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Quotes of the Week: Minor, Mullen, Capella, Beckons
March 12, 2026
Among the noteworthy quotes from this week's stories is Minor International's Dillip Rajakarier talking about their launch of the Wolseley brand in New York City.... Read More
Latest news: Fouquet's to Miami; strong RevPAR week in US; going vertical in Nashville
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Latest news: Fouquet's to Miami; strong RevPAR week in US; going vertical in Nashville
March 12, 2026
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Germany investment remains robust
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Germany investment remains robust
By Jeffrey Weinstein | March 11, 2026
Webinar hosted by HVS and Bird & Bird suggests, not surprisingly, that conversions are driving the development pipeline.... Read More
Africa pipeline hits record high
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Africa pipeline hits record high
By Rob Schneider | March 10, 2026
East Africa leads in construction momentum as the 675 new African hotels and resorts in the pipeline hit a record high.... Read More
AI-driven pricing, operations deliver measurable gains
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AI-driven pricing, operations deliver measurable gains
By Cathy Walsh | March 10, 2026
Report states 25% of hospitality firms fell into the ‘AI-scaling’ category, meaning they have an AI strategy that is starting to produce real returns.... Read More
Is Asia’s luxury all-inclusive boom stuck in the lobby?
News / Asia Pacific
Is Asia’s luxury all-inclusive boom stuck in the lobby?
By Raini H.R. | March 9, 2026
The top-end of the market isn’t so easy to bundle, but time is the ultimate filter.... Read More
Why branded residential is so hot in West Palm Beach
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Why branded residential is so hot in West Palm Beach
By Rob Schneider | March 6, 2026
The Related Group’s Nick Pérez discusses the appeal of standalone branded residential in the market and why Marriott was the right partner.... Read More
Latest news: Ritz-Carlton Residences to Houston; conversion in Nashville; Samhi acquires Rare India
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Latest news: Ritz-Carlton Residences to Houston; conversion in Nashville; Samhi acquires Rare India
By Rob Schneider | March 6, 2026
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Canada investment strategy outlook: Colliers
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Canada investment strategy outlook: Colliers
By Jeffrey Weinstein | March 5, 2026
Investors focus on well-located, high-quality assets, particularly those benefiting from brand affiliation, recent capex, or repositioning opportunities.... Read More
Quotes of the Week: HVS, Peachtree, Chatham, Nikki Beach
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Quotes of the Week: HVS, Peachtree, Chatham, Nikki Beach
By Jeffrey Weinstein & Rob Schneider | March 5, 2026
Among the noteworthy quotes from stories this is HVS's Hala Matar Choufany suggesting GCC room night compression could hit 15% to 20% if the Iran conflict continues.... Read More
UK staged second-half comeback in 2025
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UK staged second-half comeback in 2025
By Rob Schneider | March 3, 2026
The rebound was supported by sustained growth in leisure and wellness demand, according to a Knight Frank report. But expectations are muted for 2026.... Read More
GCC compression could hit 15% to 20%
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GCC compression could hit 15% to 20%
By Jeffrey Weinstein | March 3, 2026
HVS President for Middle East and Africa says timing is critical with upcoming peak travel season potentially impacting hotel performance.... Read More
LARC predicts 0.6% US RevPAR growth in 2026
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LARC predicts 0.6% US RevPAR growth in 2026
By Jeffrey Weinstein | March 2, 2026
Conflict in Iran adds uncertainty to already cloudy outlook with upside and downside scenarios in play.... Read More