The 48th Annual NYU International Hospitality Investment Forum Attracted Over 700 Investors Representing $723B in Hotel Assets Under Management to Drive Deal-Making

The 48th NYU International Hospitality Investment Forum drew over 2,500 attendees including 700+ equity investors managing $723B in hotel assets. Industry leaders from major hospitality companies discussed market trends and strategies. Key announcements included Hilton's new Undergraduate brand, upgraded RevPAR projections for 2026, and MGM Resorts' acquisition proposal.

06/18/2026, 10:00 AM • GlobeNewswire

Questex’s Hotel Management Announces 2026 List of Influential Women in Hospitality

Hotel Management, a division of Questex, has announced its ninth annual 'Influential Women in Hospitality' list, honoring 25 leading women in the hotel industry. The honorees were selected for their strong leadership and dedication to excellence, representing major hospitality companies including Marriott International, Hilton, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, IHG Hotels & Resorts, and Hyatt.

04/01/2026, 9:00 AM • GlobeNewswire

Questex’s Vibe Conference Unites On-Premise Beverage Leaders, Delivers Record Performance and Industry-Shaping Insights

Questex's Vibe Conference, dedicated to the on-premise beverage industry, achieved record attendance and sponsor engagement at its 17-year-old event held in San Diego. The conference brought together major hospitality and beverage companies to discuss AI, customer loyalty, and beverage programming strategies, with 30% of attendees experiencing the event for the first time.

03/02/2026, 10:00 AM • GlobeNewswire

Why CarMax Stock Just Crashed

CarMax appointed Keith Barr, former head of InterContinental Hotels Group, as its new CEO to lead a turnaround after three years of declining sales. The stock plummeted 11.86% on the announcement, with investors viewing the hiring of a hotel industry executive rather than an automotive veteran as a vote of no confidence. Despite a low P/E ratio of 13, analysts expect only 7% growth over the next five years.

02/12/2026, 1:09 PM • The Motley Fool

Can InterContinental Hotels Be the Leader of the Pack?

InterContinental Hotels Group has rebounded strongly from the COVID-19 pandemic and is pursuing aggressive expansion strategies, particularly in China and through its Holiday Inn brand. The company is also investing in AI capabilities and upgrading its luxury portfolio in the Americas to compete more effectively with rivals Marriott and Hilton. Despite strong recovery, IHG still lags behind competitors in stock performance, presenting potential upside for investors.

01/31/2026, 12:01 PM • The Motley Fool

This Global Hotel Stock Is Back on Track and Growing Like Gangbusters

InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) has successfully recovered from the COVID-19 pandemic's devastating impact on the hotel industry. The company achieved record revenues of $4.92 billion in 2024 with $628 million in profits, and H1 2025 showed even stronger results with $469 million in earnings. IHG has expanded through strategic acquisitions, including the Ruby hotel brand purchase in February 2025, positioning itself for continued growth.

01/30/2026, 12:06 PM • The Motley Fool

Boutique Hotels Market Trends and Competition 2026-2032: Guest Personalization and Operational Innovation Shape the $76 Billion Landscape

The global boutique hotels market expanded from $71.56 billion in 2025 to $76.30 billion in 2026, with projected growth to $114.86 billion by 2032 at a 6.99% CAGR. Market growth is driven by guest personalization, digital innovation, sustainability initiatives, and adaptive design models. Key trends include investment in frictionless booking, hyper-personalization, local storytelling, and operational automation to address labor constraints.

01/19/2026, 5:41 AM • GlobeNewswire