Universal Studios is undergoing major expansions in Hollywood and Orlando, including new hotels and the opening of the Epic Universe theme park in 2025.
The U.S. hotel industry saw slight year-over-year performance improvements in November 2024, with New York leading occupancy gains among major markets.
Fitch Ratings' 2025 hotel sector outlook is neutral, reflecting stability, moderate growth, and varying regional confidence, with steady revenues supported by limited supply and strong business travel momentum.
San Francisco's largest hotel complex, Hilton San Francisco Union Square and Parc 55, is nearing a sale after over a year in court-appointed receivership.
Grand Hyatt is rapidly expanding and enhancing its global portfolio, with over 10 new hotels opening by 2027 and extensive renovations across existing properties to meet the evolving needs of luxury travelers.
Marriott International has begun a company-wide restructuring with layoffs across its corporate business, confirmed after hints in previous conference calls.
Choice Hotels’ Q3 results led to a stock uptick, while Marriott’s mixed report and lower Q4 guidance saw its shares decline despite share buybacks and a new cost-cutting plan.