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The Baird Hotel Stock Index was down -13.7% in March. But they were up modestly today. Goldman Sach re-rated a few hotel groups. And more news.

Thailand postpones casino bill debate amid opposition, while major hotel groups including IHG, Accor, and BWH expand across India.

Cambodia saw a 13.3% year-on-year rise in January tourist arrivals, led by Thailand, Vietnam, and China, with a 2025 forecast of up to 7.5 million visitors.

The ALIS Conference reflected cautious optimism about the hotel industry's future, with hopes for policy changes, modest RevPAR growth, transaction market challenges, and a suggestion that Taylor Swift could boost travel demand.

The Canadian hotel industry is rebounding from pandemic lows thanks to blockbuster events like Taylor Swift’s tour, tighter short-term rental rules, and large-scale investments in new hotel developments.

Global tourism rebounded strongly in 2024, with international arrivals reaching 98% of pre-pandemic levels, driven by post-pandemic demand, increased air connectivity, and growth in key regions like the Middle East, Europe, and Asia-Pacific.

Colliers Philippines advises local hotel developers to partner with foreign brands to capitalize on tourism growth and airport modernization in the country.

Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group is expanding in Miami with a new Brickell Key project, adding projects in Mexico and Grand Cayman.

The U.S. hotel industry is experiencing steady growth, with construction volumes rising for seven consecutive months, especially in upscale and luxury segments.

Baird predicts short-term negative impacts on hotel revenues from recent hurricanes but expects a boost in the intermediate term due to FEMA, insurance, and clean-up crew spending, especially benefiting select service and extended-stay hotels