Articles tagged “economic outlook”

The bad news is that global uncertainty will dent hotel demand. The good news is that Hyatt can reroute guests to properties elsewhere.

Hotels are exposed to trade policy the way airlines are exposed to shifts in fuel pricing.

The data shows the travel industry may be overestimating some strengths — and underestimating certain risks.

Marriott appears unfazed by a fourth quarter that's trending softer and by Sonder's collapse. Its message instead: the strategy holds, luxury and group bookings are resilient, and 2026 might look better than many expect.

Hilton CEO Chris Nassetta predicts a recovery in U.S. hotel spending, including by middle-class travelers. He says the multi-year growth will be driven by more business investment, falling interest rates, and greater tax certainty.

United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby said he was confident in the strength of the U.S. economy after a disappointing jobs report spurred concerns the economy is slowing down.

The decline in interest in visiting the U.S. is real - and we're seeing it in Expedia's results.

Michelle Russo's asset management firm oversees a $12 billion portfolio of hotels. She sees dominoes falling: Tariffs → economic uncertainty → fewer international visitors → fewer bookings → cost-cutting and marketing changes.

Some hoteliers are freaking out about Trump's new tariffs. They're hoping the move is just negotiating theater.

Today's economic pressures are impacting consumers differently across income levels.