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Wyndham touts growth despite RevPAR headwinds
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Wyndham touts growth despite RevPAR headwinds
By Rob Schneider | February 18, 2026
Wyndham reported system growth of 4% in Q4 but had a global RevPAR decline of 6%, including an 8% decline in the US.... Read More
Host boasts RevPAR gains, optimistic 2026 guidance
News / REITs
Host boasts RevPAR gains, optimistic 2026 guidance
By Rob Schneider | February 18, 2026
The REIT’s hotel performance improved in Q4, and it projected optimistic guidance on its portfolio’s performance in 2026.... Read More
Singapore’s co-living sector comes of age
News / Brands
Singapore’s co-living sector comes of age
By Raini H.R. | February 18, 2026
After six or seven years, investors finally see the light in co-living as a mainstream hospitality asset class.... Read More
New record for global pipeline
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New record for global pipeline
By Jeffrey Weinstein | February 18, 2026
At the end of 4Q25, the U.S. and China accounted for 61% of projects in the global pipeline, according to Lodging Econometrics.... Read More
IHG rolls out premium soft brand
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IHG rolls out premium soft brand
By Rob Schneider | February 17, 2026
 As part of Q4 earnings, IHG launches The Noted Collection for upscale and upper upscale independent conversions.... Read More
CGOs talk about their roles, growth at ALIS
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CGOs talk about their roles, growth at ALIS
By Jeffrey Weinstein | February 17, 2026
Forward panel featuring women in development roles talk about how their roles are evolving and how performance is evolving in 2026.... Read More
Ashford president gives update on Braemar sale
News / REITs
Ashford president gives update on Braemar sale
By Rob Schneider | February 16, 2026
Hector Sanchez said the Braemar sales process is quickly approaching a “fork in the road” for the REIT's direction.... Read More
From construction costs to key money: CDOs at ALIS
News / Owners
From construction costs to key money: CDOs at ALIS
By Jeffrey Weinstein | February 16, 2026
Chief development officers at ALIS weigh in on issues and opportunities of the day and how they work with owners.... Read More
Why Hyatt is ‘glass half full’ on NUG in 2026
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Why Hyatt is ‘glass half full’ on NUG in 2026
By Rob Schneider | February 12, 2026
CEO Hoplamazian talks about pipeline strengths, RevPAR bright spots and construction financing during Hyatt’s Q4 earnings call.... Read More
Quotes of the Week: Davidson, Gencom, Hilton, Marriott
News / Insights
Quotes of the Week: Davidson, Gencom, Hilton, Marriott
By Jeffrey Weinstein & Rob Schneider | February 12, 2026
Among the noteworthy quotes from stories this week is Davidson Hospitality's Jason Rabidoux previewing the group's plans to move deeper into luxury.... Read More
How third NYC deal came together quickly for Gencom
News / Owners
How third NYC deal came together quickly for Gencom
By Rob Schneider | February 12, 2026
Alessandro Colantonio said the owner has always coveted the New York City market, but could never get the stars to align. Now it has three deals in 16 months.... Read More
Latest news: Extended-stay strength; Super Bowl winner, loser; Nobu to Maldives
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Latest news: Extended-stay strength; Super Bowl winner, loser; Nobu to Maldives
By Jeffrey Weinstein | February 12, 2026
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Hyatt continues asset-light path in Q4
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Hyatt continues asset-light path in Q4
By Rob Schneider | February 12, 2026
As part of its Q4 earnings, Hyatt reported NUG of 7.3% and another portfolio sale, this time in Spain.... Read More
Latest news: Baccarat grows in UAE; Blackstone $3B Vegas loan; $23M Miami refi
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Latest news: Baccarat grows in UAE; Blackstone $3B Vegas loan; $23M Miami refi
By Rob Schneider | February 11, 2026
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Leading bull Nassetta loaded with conviction
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Leading bull Nassetta loaded with conviction
By Jeffrey Weinstein | February 11, 2026
On 4Q25 earnings call, Hilton’s president and CEO cited numerous reasons why he is confident about a strong 2026.... Read More