Forecasts

Hotel development in Saudi Arabia dominates the pipeline, while brand conversions also sit at record highs for the region, according to Lodging Econometrics.... Read More

Latest forecast suggests post-election clarity and ADR increases will likely sustain hotel performance through 2025 amid modest demand growth. ... Read More

Through the third quarter and excluding China, the Asia Pacific construction pipeline reached new record highs in projects and rooms.... Read More

The latest on global M&A, development, data and more.... Read More

Among the noteworthy quotes from stories this week is Aran Ryan of Tourism Economics on the potential impact of the incoming Trump administration on hotel performance.... Read More

The Indian Hotels Co. Ltd’s “Accelerate 2030” plan includes a portfolio of 700 hotels, new brands and an asset-light approach to growth.... Read More

Hilton’s strategic licensing agreement with Olive by Embassy is part of a plan to open 150 hotels in India and rapidly accelerate the company’s growth in South Asia.... Read More

RLA Global reports that through the first half of  2024, hotels with minor wellness facilities outperformed in revenue and profit.... Read More

Downgrades for the rest of 2024 with 2025 “somewhat in flux” with concerns about higher cost of living. ... Read More

According to Lodging Econometrics, through the third quarter, 45% of the projects and 47% of rooms in the total pipeline are in the under-construction stage.... Read More

CBRE forecast revised downward for 2024 but will rebound from subdued summer demand and a sluggish third quarter.  ... Read More

Among the noteworthy quotes from the past week was Viceroy's head of development Mark Keiser talking about Highgate's desire to ramp-up development of its luxury lifestyle brand.... Read More

JLL’s Global Hotel Investor Sentiment Survey suggests 2025 could mark a turning point for U.S. hotel investment, with urban markets and luxury assets leading the way.... Read More

A report also found 52% travelers have abandoned an online booking after a bad experience, such as lack of site security, payment issues, loading times, design and a lack of friendliness for mobile users. ... Read More

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