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Stocks plunged sharply, with the DJIA, Nasdaq, and S&P 500 all dropping, while treasury yields fell and lodging and gambling stocks took heavy losses.

In 2025,STR and Tourism Economics forecast moderate RevPAR growth across Europe (2.4%), Asia Pacific (4.7%), the Middle East (2.8%), and the U.S. (1.8%), driven by market shifts and supply dynamics.

In January, Toronto hotels charged slightly more than Vancouver’s amid rising rates and lower occupancy nationwide, with Edmonton notably lagging behind.

Hilton partnered with NILE Hospitality to open 75 Hampton by Hilton hotels in India, expanding its presence in the upper-midscale segment.

Sonesta International Hotels Corporation has partnered with Mint Developers to build The James Hotel & Residences Downtown Miami, an $850 million, 82-story tower set to open in 2028.

Global travel and tourism sector deals declined by 4.3% in 2024, with private equity deals rising, M&A deals slightly increasing, and venture financing deals dropping, while Europe saw growth and other regions faced declines.

MCR secured $300 million in refinancing for a 22-hotel portfolio spanning 14 states, replacing $280 million in prior debt through a CMBS transaction with J.P. Morgan and BMO Capital Markets as co-leads.

Global hotel transactions rose to $42.1 billion in Q3 2024, driven by large deals and robust fundamentals, with further growth expected amid favorable economic conditions.

Lodging Analytics Research & Consulting forecasts moderate growth in U.S. hotel performance, with rising RevPAR and hotel values through 2025, despite slight margin erosion.

Leisure travel is set to grow in 2025, driven by increased international trips, greater use of travel advisors, and rising interest across demographics.