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		<title>(HOT) Starwood Hotels &amp; Resorts Worldwide Continues Brand Conversion</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2012/04/19/hot-starwood-hotels-resorts-worldwide-continues-brand-conversion/97898</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 19 Apr 2012 20:36:13 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>vitalstocks</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Lodging]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[HOT]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Starwood Hotels &#38; Resorts Worldwide Inc. (HOT) recently announced the brand conversion of a former 150-room Four Points by Sheraton property to Aloft Tucson University. The property will undergo a complete makeover before being unveiled as an Aloft in the first half of 2013. This marks Starwood’s second conversion project followed by the switch of an existing Clarion property at San Francisco Airport to Aloft in September last year. Aloft San Francisco Airport is slated to open this fall. The Tuscan property enjoys a prime location, adjacent to the University of Arizona.  Apart from this, the hotel is easily accessible from various entertainment hubs, making it strategically fit for repositioning. Starwood is ideally targeting two types of prospects for the Aloft conversion. First are the well positioned, older hotels set ]]></description>
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		<title>(H) Hyatt to Revisit Puerto Rico</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2012/04/19/h-hyatt-to-revisit-puerto-rico/97193</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 19 Apr 2012 19:01:14 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Hyatt Hotels Corporation (H) recently announced that a Hyatt affiliate entered into a management agreement with an affiliate of Island Hospitality Partners, LLC to unveil Hyatt Place Bayamón and El Tropical Casino. This is a part of the hotelier’s Caribbean expansion plan. After a nine-year hiatus, this property will mark the come back of Hyatt-branded hotels in Puerto Rico upon its opening in 2014. The new property will feature 156 luxurious guest rooms along with various other amenities. Located near San Juan and in proximity to the city’s largest shopping mall, the property remains a strategic fit. Puerto Rico has been playing a major role in the hoteliers&#8217; Caribbean expansion. The location enjoys an edge over any other Caribbean island as it offers strong connectivity to other places and stresses ]]></description>
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		<title>(MAR) Marriot International Reports a Penny Ahead &#8211; Raises Outlook</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2012/04/19/mar-marriot-international-reports-a-penny-ahead-raises-outlook/99166</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 19 Apr 2012 18:14:19 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>vitalstocks</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Marriott International Inc. (MAR) reported first quarter 2012 earnings of 30 cents per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate by a penny. Moreover, quarterly earnings were 30% higher than the year-ago quarter adjusted earnings of 23 cents per share. On a reported basis, earnings per share were 30 cents versus 26 cents in the year-ago quarter. Reported earnings include the adjustment for timeshare spin-off. Total revenue was $2,552 million in the reported quarter versus $2440 million in the prior-year quarter. Inside the Headline Numbers Base management fees rose 3% year over year to $124 million while franchise fees increased 8% year over year to $126 million, attributable to higher revenue per available room (RevPAR) at existing hotels. Incentive management fees jumped 19% year over year to $50 million. Owned, leased, ]]></description>
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		<title>(MAR) Marriott International to Binge on Caribbean</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2012/04/18/mar-marriott-international-to-binge-on-caribbean/98879</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 19 Apr 2012 02:14:34 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>vitalstocks</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Marriott International Inc. (MAR) recently revealed its intention to double is presence in the Caribbean and Latin America by 2017. Currently, Marriott operates 69 hotels in 25 countries in that region. The hotelier sees significant opportunities for growth in Latin America, which is domestically under-hoteled to meet its future demand. Presently, there are 35 Marriott hotels signed or in progress in the Caribbean and Latin America. Already, 9 of Marriott&#8217;s 18 brands are prevailing in the region, combining all types of scale like luxury, upscale, lifestyle, upper moderate and moderate. Owing to the saturation in the U.S. market, major hoteliers are exploring growth opportunities abroad. Some international markets offer greater potential based on their higher pace of economic growth. The U.S.-based companies are targeting fast-growing emerging economies like Latin American ]]></description>
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		<title>(IBM) International Business Machines to Buy Varicent Software</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2012/04/16/ibm-international-business-machines-to-buy-varicent-software/98652</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 16 Apr 2012 18:15:13 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>vitalstocks</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[In a bid to strengthen its business analytics portfolio, International Business Machines Corp (IBM) has agreed to acquire analytics software provider Varicent Software Incorporated. However, the financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. Based in Toronto, Canada, Varicent Software is a privately-held company and has more than 180 clients. The company’s offering is used for measuring and analyzing data from various business departments – including finance and sales, human resources and IT departments – for providing compensation and improvement in sales performance. Varicent’s clients include Starwood Hotels &#38; Resorts Worldwide Inc. (HOT), Covidien, Dex One Corp , Manpower Group (MAN), Hertz Global Holdings Inc. (HTZ), Office Depot Inc. (ODP) and Farmers. IBM has made a number of strategic acquisitions to boost its Smarter Analytics portfolio that includes Algorithmics, Clarity ]]></description>
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		<title>(HOT) Starwood Hotels &amp; Resorts Worldwide To Open Aloft Property in California</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2012/03/28/hot-starwood-hotels-resorts-worldwide-to-open-aloft-property-in-california/96854</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 28 Mar 2012 15:46:38 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>vitalstocks</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Aloft, one of the new lifestyle brands of Starwood Hotels &#38; Resorts Worldwide Inc. (HOT) is set to unveil a property in Cupertino, California in early 2013. The upcoming property will mark the third Aloft opening in California and the second in Silicon Valley. The hotel will feature 123 guest rooms along with numerous tech-savvy amenities. Starwood set a new trend in hotel designs with its Aloft and has spread its operations globally with more than 55 hotels it has opened since its launch in June 2008. The urban concept of Aloft is for modern travelers seeking a unique experience. The brand rides on a high growth trajectory and has already stepped into every region including North America, Europe, the Middle East, Latin America, India, Southeast Asia and China. In ]]></description>
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		<title>(HOT) Starwood Hotels &amp; Resorts Worldwide Shares Downgraded to Neutral</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2012/03/06/hot-starwood-hotels-resorts-worldwide-shares-downgraded-to-neutral/94432</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 06 Mar 2012 21:32:46 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>vitalstocks</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[We have recently downgraded our rating on the shares of  Starwood Hotels &#38; Resorts Worldwide Inc. (HOT) to Neutral from Outperform due to a slowdown in 2012 RevPAR growth target in North America, weak EBITDA projection as well as weakness in certain international markets. We were impressed with Starwood’s outperformance in the recently concluded fourth quarter of 2011. The strength of the namesake brand allows the company to charge a premium for its hotel rooms.  Moreover, the company is in a steady expansion mode. Starwood has over half of its hotel properties outside the U.S., an international exposure that not many of its peers can boast of. Starwood will open 80 new hotels in 2012, with 75% of them being outside North America, primarily in the faster growing Asia (60.0%). ]]></description>
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		<title>(HOT) Hotels &amp; Lodging Stock Outlook &#8211; January 2012 &#8211; Industry Outlook</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2012/01/08/hot-hotels-lodging-stock-outlook-january-2012-industry-outlook/89667</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 09 Jan 2012 04:47:02 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>vitalstocks</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The hotels and lodging industry shaped up pretty well in 2011 thanks to the gradual global economic recovery, and seems to be poised for long-term growth. With the return of business as well as leisure travelers coupled with decelerating supply growth, pricing power remained steady in the year. Improvement in the U.S. economy and the consequent rise in operating metrics helped most of the hoteliers report strong quarterly results. Group bookings appear to be gaining momentum and the companies registered strong advance bookings and pricing for 2012 and beyond. Booking windows are also lengthening. However, macro headwinds can partially restrain the booking momentum in 2012. International Growth Owing to the saturation in the U.S market, major hoteliers are exploring growth opportunities abroad. Some international markets offer greater potential based on ]]></description>
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		<title>(CEO) Marriott International Passing Baton to Sorenson</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2011/12/15/ceo-marriott-international-passing-baton-to-sorenson/88592</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 15 Dec 2011 10:02:24 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>vitalstocks</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Even though his surname is not Marriott, Arne Sorenson will succeed J.W. Marriott, Jr. as chief executive officer (CEO) of Marriott International Inc. (MAR) next year. Sorenson will be the third CEO in the company&#8217;s history followed by J.W. Bill Marriott (Jr.) who expanded his father’s 85-year old Marriott empire globally. Post transition, Bill Marriott will remain on the board as executive chairman. Bill Marriott will retire after running the Maryland-based company for six decades. He joined Marriott Corporation in 1956, was elected executive vice president and a board member in January 1964, went on to become the president of the company in November 1964, CEO in 1972, and eventually chairman of the board in 1985. Sorenson’s association with Marriott dates back to 1996. After being recruited personally by Marriott ]]></description>
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		<title>(AMR) Company News for October 4, 2011 &#8211; Corporate Summary</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2011/10/04/amr-company-news-for-october-4-2011-corporate-summary/84571</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 04 Oct 2011 18:06:54 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[•    Shares of AMR Corp. (NYSE:AMR) parent company of American Airlines fell on an increased fear of recession in the U.S. due to which the carrier can file for bankruptcy •    Shares of Eastman Kodak (NYSE:EK) rose 71.77% to $1.34 after the company issued a statement to investors assuring them that the company has no intentions to file for bankruptcy protection •    Share of Pharmaceutical Product Development Inc. (NASDAQ:PPDI) gained 25.80% after the company accepted a buyout offer worth $3.9 billion •    Share prices of outdoor apparel Wolverine World Wide Inc. (NYSE:WWW) increased 4.12%  after the company hiked its earnings outlook for the fiscal year •    Analysts at JMP Securities initiated coverage on shares of DemandTec (NASDAQ:DMAN) to &#8220;Outperform&#8221; rating from &#8220;Market Perform&#8221; rating •    Analysts at Wells Fargo upgraded ]]></description>
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		<title>(HOT) Hotels and Lodging Stock Outlook &#8211; September 2011 &#8211; Industry Outlook</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2011/09/02/hot-hotels-and-lodging-stock-outlook-september-2011-industry-outlook/82491</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 02 Sep 2011 17:58:36 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>vitalstocks</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The hotels and lodging industry is finally showing improvements, and seems poised for long-term growth, thanks to the gradual global economic recovery. The industry has been witnessing a return of business travelers and a growing demand for leisure, though concerns about the health of the U.S. economic recovery pose some risks to this outlook. Riding on the back of improvement in the U.S. economy and the consequent rise in operating metrics, most of the hoteliers have started reporting strong quarterly results. Profits are expected to rise further in 2011 as bookings continue to improve. Despite some uncertainty about the near-term economic growth outlook notwithstanding, group bookings appear to be gaining momentum and the companies are recording strong advance bookings and pricing for 2012 and beyond. Booking windows are also lengthening. ]]></description>
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		<title>(WYN) Wyndham Worldwide &#8211; The Resort Under One Roof</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2011/08/07/wyn-wyndham-worldwide-the-resort-under-one-roof/80825</link>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 07 Aug 2011 15:18:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>vitalstocks</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Wyndham Worldwide Corporation (WYN) has recently acquired substantially all the assets of The Resort Company LLC (“TRC”), an established vacation rental and property management company plus owner of Steamboat Resorts. The financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. TRC is known for its rental offerings across 28 mountain destinations in Colorado. Names like Lion Square Lodge and Montaneros in Vail, The Lodge at Steamboat, and Trailhead Lodge at Wildhorse Meadows and Dulany in Steamboat Springs are part of its claim to fame. Parsippany, New Jersey-based Wyndham has been on an acquisition spree over the last several quarters. In February 2010, the company acquired a European vacation rental business, Hoseasons Holdings Ltd, which is a strategic fit in the company’s European rental business. In June 2010, the company acquired the ]]></description>
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		<title>(BSX) Company News for July 29, 2011 &#8211; Corporate Summary</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2011/07/29/bsx-company-news-for-july-29-2011-corporate-summary/80201</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 29 Jul 2011 19:36:15 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>vitalstocks</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[•    Credit Suisse (NYSE:CS) announced that it will cut 2,000 jobs worldwide after the banking giant was hit by a decline in second quarter profits and an appreciating Swiss franc •    A report from Sky News said that banking major HSBC (NYSE:HBC) may soon axe 10,000 of its employees as part of a cost reduction exercise •    Tyco International (NYSE:TYC) posted Q3 EPS of $0.85, surpassing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.72 per share. Revenue for the quarter rose 0.4% year-over-year to $4.29 billion, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $4.222 billion •    Starwood Hotels (NYSE:HOT) posted Q2 EPS of $0.50, ex-items, exceeding the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.46 per share. Revenues for the quarter rose 10.6% year-over-year to $1.43 billion, higher than the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.406 billion ]]></description>
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		<title>(XRT) Report Shows U.S. Consumer is Alive and Kicking</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2011/07/18/xrt-report-shows-u-s-consumer-is-alive-and-kicking/79298</link>
		<comments>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2011/07/18/xrt-report-shows-u-s-consumer-is-alive-and-kicking/79298#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 18 Jul 2011 21:30:31 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[On Thursday, I wrote a piece titled &#8220;The Seven &#8216;C&#8217;s&#8217; of Recovery Optimism&#8221; with my last, and possibly weakest, point for the continuing economic expansion being the resiliency of the American consumer. Today, I will highlight where the strong consumer is spending her money and how that&#8217;s driving the earnings and stock prices of several top companies. First, a few points about where I got this wrong and where I got it right in the last two years. This is what I said yesterday about my previously cynical view of the consumer&#8217;s ability to recover from the credit crisis: &#8220;Here was one I got way wrong in 2009 and 2010. I thought the American consumer would be slow to spend again as she reconstituted her balance sheet and her debt. ]]></description>
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		<title>(MAR) Marriott International and Timeshare to Split</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2011/07/06/mar-marriott-international-and-timeshare-to-split/78436</link>
		<comments>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2011/07/06/mar-marriott-international-and-timeshare-to-split/78436#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 06 Jul 2011 15:46:44 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>vitalstocks</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Marriott International Inc. (MAR) is on track with the spin-off of its Timeshare business into a new publicly traded company. The transaction is expected to complete by year-end 2011. Marriott also announced the new corporate name of its vacation club business will now be Marriott Vacations Worldwide Corporation. In mid February, Marriott announced this spin-off as a part of its “asset light” strategy. The hived off entity will be a pure-play timeshare company, allowing Marriott to concentrate on its core hotel management and franchise business. Under the Timeshare business, Marriott develops, operates, markets and sells timeshare interval, fractional ownership as well as residential properties. Revenues are generated primarily by selling fee simple and other forms of timeshare intervals, financing consumer purchases of timesharing intervals and operating the resorts. Timeshare is ]]></description>
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		<title>(HOT) Starwood Hotels &amp; Resorts Worldwide Boosts China Portfolio</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2011/07/05/hot-starwood-hotels-resorts-worldwide-boosts-china-portfolio/78323</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 05 Jul 2011 16:52:34 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>vitalstocks</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[White Plains, New York-based Starwood Hotels &#38; Resorts Worldwide Inc (HOT) recently announced its intention of opening seven new Sheraton hotels by the end of September this year, which is in line with the company’s goal of operating100 hotels in China by end of next year. Sheraton currently operates more than 400 hotels in 70 countries. Recently, Sheraton completed a $6 billion brand-wide revitalization program, including $400 million in signature brand initiatives. Sheraton is now investing an additional $5 billion to open approximately 50 new hotels by the end of 2013. The company expects to open half of the new hotels over the next two years under the Sheraton brand. With the addition of 7 new hotels, Sheraton will operate 42 hotels in China by the end of this year. ]]></description>
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		<title>(HOT) Starwood Hotels &amp; Resorts Worldwide Beefs Up Saudi Portfolio</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2011/07/01/hot-starwood-hotels-resorts-worldwide-beefs-up-saudi-portfolio/78201</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 01 Jul 2011 20:39:24 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>vitalstocks</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Starwood Hotels &#38; Resorts Worldwide Inc. (HOT) is set to further expand in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia with two new hotels. The company has entered into a deal with Saudi Brothers Commercial Co. to open a Sheraton and a Four Points by Sheraton in Medina. The project is a part of Starwood’s plan to open more than 60 Sheraton hotels around the world over the next three years. Starwood has been in partnership with Saudi Brothers Commercial co. for many years now. Sheraton Medina will feature 297 guest rooms along with other amenities while Four Points by Sheraton Medina will have 178 rooms. Both hotels are expected to open its doors in the fourth quarter of 2012. Presently, Starwood Hotels &#38; Resorts operates 10 hotels in Saudi Arabia under ]]></description>
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		<title>(HOT) Starwood Hotels &amp; Resorts Worldwide Enters Azerbaijan</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2011/06/26/hot-starwood-hotels-resorts-worldwide-enters-azerbaijan/77490</link>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 26 Jun 2011 16:42:44 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>vitalstocks</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Starwood Hotels &#38; Resorts Worldwide Inc. (HOT) has signed an agreement with Silk Way Airlines LLC to open a Sheraton hotel in Azerbaijan. This marks Starwood’s debut in that country. Starwood plans to open more than 60 Sheraton hotels around the world over the next three years. The hotel will be located in Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan. Sheraton, Baku will feature 207 guest rooms including 14 suites along with other amenities and is expected to open its doors this fall. We believe Azerbaijan is a strategic fit for new hotels, as it is an important tourist destination and boasts of an abundance of natural resources. The hotelier is all set to tap the market, particularly because Baku is an oil-rich city. Its petroleum exports make it a large contributor ]]></description>
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		<title>(H) Hyatt Hotels Expands in Malaysia</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2011/06/22/h-hyatt-hotels-expands-in-malaysia/76934</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 22 Jun 2011 17:08:12 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Hyatt Hotels Corporation (H) recently announced that one of its affiliates has signed a contract with Bahagia Investment Corporation (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd for the operation of Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur.  Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. Bahagia Investment, a property investment company, is constructing a 42-storey mixed development project in Kuala Lumpur and the Grand Hyatt hotel will be occupying floors 17 to 39 of the complex. Hyatt will be looking after the hotel and service apartments, whereas the office space will be managed by Bahagia Investment. This new hotel in Malaysia will feature 412 guest rooms along with other amenities and is expected to open in 2012. This will be the third Hyatt property in Malaysia. Malaysia is one of the fastest growing countries in Asia and ]]></description>
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		<title>(IHG) InterContinental Hotels Group Renovates Sao Paulo Property</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2011/06/20/ihg-intercontinental-hotels-group-renovates-sao-paulo-property/76798</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 20 Jun 2011 16:14:22 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>vitalstocks</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) recently completed the first phase renovation at its Sao Paulo property. InterContinental Sao Paulo is one of the most renowned business-oriented properties in the popular Brazilian tourist destination. This explains the ongoing multi-phase renovation at the 20-storied, 194-guest room hotel. In the first phase, lobby, restaurants and half of its guest rooms were revamped. Implementation plans for the second phase are currently being finalized. During the second phase, the current lobby will be transformed into a social gathering area, which will have a bar and ample seating. Since late 2010, hotel companies are working hard on improving guest satisfaction to uplift their positions in a cutthroat environment. Following the facelift trend, in March, one of InterContinental’s peers Starwood Hotels &#38; Resorts Worldwide Inc. (HOT) also announced ]]></description>
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		<title>(RLH) Red Lion Sells Seattle Property</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2011/06/17/rlh-red-lion-sells-seattle-property/76639</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 17 Jun 2011 14:43:02 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>vitalstocks</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Red Lion Hotels Corporation (RLH) has closed the sale of its hotel in Seattle. An affiliate of Lowe Enterprises Investors has acquired the property for $71 million. The public sale process was handled by Chris Burdett of CB Richard Ellis Hotels. While the hived off property will continue to operate under the Red Lion name, managed it will now be managed by Destination Hotels &#38; Resorts, the affiliate of Lowe Enterprises Investors. This 297-room Red Lion Hotel on Fifth Avenue is located in downtown Seattle. In January, Red Lion Hotels put its Seattle and Denver based hotels up for sale. The idea was to unlock real estate value through selective disposition of asset ownership. In early March, the company announced the same plan for its hotel in Helena. Management intends ]]></description>
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		<title>(HOT) Starwood Hotels and Resorts Worldwide &#8220;W&#8221; Brand Hotels Reach Russia</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2011/06/16/hot-starwood-hotels-and-resorts-worldwide-w-brand-hotels-reach-russia/76543</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 16 Jun 2011 15:19:31 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Starwood Hotels and Resorts Worldwide Inc. (HOT) with its luxury boutique hotel brand W Hotels Worldwide is all set to expand its footprint in Russia, which is considered as one of the fastest growing markets. The company has recently partnered with Real Estate Development Ltd to open its first W Hotel in Russia. The hotel is located in St. Petersburg, which is also known as the “Venice of the North” and is most visited by tourists and citizens during the White Night Festival. Thus, we believe the hotel will enjoy one of the most strategic locations and drive traffic from all over the world. W St. Petersburg features 137 guest rooms, 10 suites and one traditional Presidential Suite. The hotel also possesses a signature restaurant mix, a signature spa, a ]]></description>
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		<title>(MAR) Marriott International Analyst Maintains Neutral on Shares</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2011/06/16/mar-marriott-international-analyst-maintains-neutral-on-shares/75597</link>
		<comments>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2011/06/16/mar-marriott-international-analyst-maintains-neutral-on-shares/75597#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 16 Jun 2011 15:08:52 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>vitalstocks</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[We are maintaining our long-term Neutral recommendation on Marriott International Inc. (MAR), a worldwide operator and franchisor of a broad portfolio of hotels and related lodging facilities. Marriott’s first quarter 2011 earnings missed the Zacks Consensus Estimate by a penny, reflecting lower demand in the larger North American hotel market. However, year-over-year results improved driven by global demand for lodging, translating into a higher average daily room rate. Moreover, Marriott boasts a substantial development pipeline and is poised to benefit from the increase in demand for hotels going forward. New group bookings made in the first quarter of 2011 increased 10%. The demand for hotel and the pace of recovery in the international market are greater than that in the U.S, and Marriott should benefit from its international exposure. The ]]></description>
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		<title>(HOT) Starwood Hotels &amp; Resorts Worldwide Analyst Maintains Neutral on Shares</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2011/06/16/hot-starwood-hotels-resorts-worldwide-analyst-maintains-neutral-on-shares/76405</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 16 Jun 2011 14:37:44 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>vitalstocks</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[We are maintaining our long-term Neutral recommendation on Starwood Hotels &#38; Resorts Worldwide Inc. (HOT), a leading worldwide hospitality company, which primarily focuses on property ownership, management and franchising. Starwood’s first quarter 2011 operating earnings outpaced the Zacks Consensus Estimate, primarily driven by better-than-expected demand for hotels. We believe the strength of Starwood’s brand allows the company to charge a premium for its hotel rooms. With average daily rate picking up and strong return of the group business, the company expects room rate to drive 50% or more of RevPAR growth in 2011. With 75% of corporate rate negotiations complete, Starwood expects to cumulate high single-digit rates in 2011. Leisure demand is also increasing as wealthier households are increasing their leisure expenses. Moreover, Starwood has over half of its hotel ]]></description>
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		<title>(HMIN) Home Inns &#8211; Motel 168 Under One Roof</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2011/06/14/hmin-home-inns-motel-168-under-one-roof/75414</link>
		<comments>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2011/06/14/hmin-home-inns-motel-168-under-one-roof/75414#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 14 Jun 2011 18:55:27 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>vitalstocks</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Shanghai-based Home Inns &#38; Hotels Management Inc. (HMIN) recently entered into a definitive agreement to fully acquire Motel 168 International Holdings Limited for $470 million. The purchase consideration comprises approximately $305 million in cash and 8.15 million Home Inns&#8217; ordinary shares at a price equivalent to a per-ADS price of $40.37 to be issued at the time of closure. As a point of reference, each Nasdaq traded Home Inns&#8217; ADS represents two ordinary shares. The transaction is awaiting customary closing conditions as well as Chinese regulatory approvals and is expected to close by the fourth quarter of 2011. The cash portion of the transaction will be financed through cash on hand in Home Inns’ balance sheet and one or more sources of new debt financing. Home Inns has received a ]]></description>
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		<title>(MAR) Marriott International to Boost Shareholder Value</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2011/05/30/mar-marriott-international-to-boost-shareholder-value/74311</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 30 May 2011 15:25:37 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>vitalstocks</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Bethesda, Maryland-based Marriott International, Inc (MAR) recently announced a hike in its quarterly dividend payout by 1.25 cents to 10 cents per share, reflecting an increase of 14% from the prior dividend. The increased dividend will be paid on June 24, 2011, to stockholders of record as of May 20, 2011. The hike in dividend is expected to enhance the annual dividend yield to 1.1% as of May 16, 2011. Marriott also intends to bolster shareholder’s value through a share buyback program. The company’s board of directors has raised the share repurchase authorization by an additional 25 million shares. Marriot’s current 34 million outstanding share buyback authorization includes 9 million shares remaining from the previous sanction. The hotel and leisure company reported that it has purchased 15 million shares for ]]></description>
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		<title>(HOT) Hotels &amp; Lodging Industry Outlook &#8211; May 2011 &#8211; Industry Outlook</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2011/05/27/hot-hotels-lodging-industry-outlook-may-2011-industry-outlook/75142</link>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 28 May 2011 04:18:06 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>vitalstocks</dc:creator>
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		<category><![CDATA[Red Lion Hotels Corporation]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[The hotels and lodging industry seems to be back in demand, thanks to the gradual global economic recovery. The industry has been witnessing a return of business travelers and a growing demand for leisure. Riding on the back of improvement in the U.S. economy and the consequent rise in operating metrics, most of the hoteliers have started reporting strong quarterly results. Profits are expected to rise further in 2011 as bookings continue to improve. Positive estimate revisions give us ample evidence of this growth momentum. International Growth Since the U.S. market is somewhat saturated, hoteliers are exploring growth opportunities abroad. International markets offer greater potential based on the higher pace of economic growth that they currently enjoy. The U.S.-based companies are targeting fast-growing emerging economies. With lackluster U.S. GDP growth ]]></description>
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		<title>(CRM) Salesforce-Toyota Make Allies</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2011/05/24/crm-salesforce-toyota-make-allies/74822</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 24 May 2011 22:34:40 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>vitalstocks</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Salesforce.com Inc. (CRM) recently announced a strategic alliance with the multinational automobile manufacturer Toyota Motors Corp. (TM). Under the terms of the agreement, the companies will jointly develop a private social networking service, Toyota Friend, for Toyota owners. The service will be based on Salesforce.com’s Chatter application. Chatter is a collaboration application for enterprises, which enables users to connect and share information securely. Chatter also connects an organization’s employees with existing and prospective customers. Toyota Friend will feature a chat system, which will help customers in car maintenance through reminders akin to “tweets” from Twitter. Each car will have its own account on Toyota Friend, through which its owner will get text reminders for maintenance jobs like fuel refills or battery recharge. Interestingly, the car and its driver would be ]]></description>
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		<title>(MAR) Marriott International Announces Boost to Shareholder Value</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2011/05/17/mar-marriott-international-announces-boost-to-shareholder-value/74226</link>
		<comments>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2011/05/17/mar-marriott-international-announces-boost-to-shareholder-value/74226#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 17 May 2011 15:47:55 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>vitalstocks</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Bethesda, Maryland-based Marriott International, Inc (MAR) recently announced a hike in its quarterly dividend payout by 1.25 cents to 10 cents per share, reflecting an increase of 14% from the prior dividend. The increased dividend will be paid on June 24, 2011, to stockholders of record as of May 20, 2011. The hike in dividend is expected to enhance the annual dividend yield to 1.1% as of May 16, 2011. Marriott also intends to bolster shareholder’s value through a share buyback program. The company’s board of directors has raised the share repurchase authorization by an additional 25 million shares. Marriot’s current 34 million outstanding share buyback authorization includes 9 million shares remaining from the previous sanction. The hotel and leisure company reported that it has purchased 15 million shares for ]]></description>
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		<title>(WYN) Wyndham Worldwide Beats Expectations &#8211; Outlook Up</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2011/04/27/wyn-wyndham-worldwide-beats-expectations-outlook-up/72548</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 27 Apr 2011 17:30:29 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>vitalstocks</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Wyndham Worldwide Corporation’s (WYN) first quarter 2011 adjusted earnings of 44 cents per share outpaced both the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 39 cents and the year-earlier quarter earnings of 34 cents per share. On a reported basis, Wyndham delivered earnings of 41 cents per share versus 27 cents in the prior-year quarter. The increase was mainly driven by higher revenue per available room (RevPAR) in the Lodging business, strong operational performance by the Vacation Ownership and Vacation Exchange and Rentals business. Net revenue spiked 7.4% year over year to $952 million in the reported quarter, reflecting a modest adjusted sales momentum across Wyndham’s three business units and substantial contributions from acquisitions. However, revenues failed to beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $962 million. Inside the Headline Numbers The company’s Lodging ]]></description>
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		<title>(HOT) Starwood Hotels and Resorts Worldwide Expands in India</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2011/04/09/hot-starwood-hotels-and-resorts-worldwide-expands-in-india/70933</link>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 09 Apr 2011 19:19:11 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Starwood Hotels and Resorts Worldwide Inc. (HOT) is set to further expand in the Indian hotel market. The company announced its intention of opening 7 additional hotels in India by year-end 2011. This would bring the total to 37 properties in India. Starwood ventured into the Indian market with its Sheraton brand in Mumbai in 1973. Since then the company has accelerated its expansion and currently, the company possesses 30 hotels in India under the Westin, Sheraton, Four Points by Sheraton, Aloft, TheLuxury Collection and Le Méridien brands. The company has also entered into an agreement to open its first W Hotels in Mumbai, India by 2015. India is Starwood&#8217;s fourth largest market and offers tremendous expansion opportunity. After China, the company views India as the most important emerging market. ]]></description>
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		<title>(IHG) InterContinental Hotels Group in Joint Venture in India</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2011/04/08/ihg-intercontinental-hotels-group-in-joint-venture-in-india/70971</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 08 Apr 2011 20:44:50 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>vitalstocks</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Denham, United Kingdom-based InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) intends to expand its footprint in India by forming a joint venture with Duet India Hotels Group. InterContinental plans to invest around $30 million in the joint venture, in which it would have a 24% equity stake, to build 19 hotels of its Holiday Inn Express brand in the Indian market in the next five years. The new hotels will add 3,300 rooms to the companies existing pipeline of 10,000 rooms in India. The first hotel under the agreement is expected to come up by 2012. The company views India as an important emerging market and the new hotels will be located in major cities, thereby providing a great expansion opportunity. By 2020, the world&#8217;s largest hotel group in terms of number of ]]></description>
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		<title>(MAR) Marriott International Big on India</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2011/04/08/mar-marriott-international-big-on-india/70996</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 08 Apr 2011 20:44:12 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>vitalstocks</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Marriott International Inc. (MAR), the largest U.S. hotel chain, has inked a preliminary joint venture (JV) agreement with SAMHI Hotels Pvt Ltd to debut Fairfield by Marriott in India. SAMHI is a hotel investment and development company based in New Delhi, India. The venture will cater to the growing Indian business traveler segment. The formation of the JV is expected to close in the second quarter of 2011. With local market knowledge and a proven track record in the hospitality sector, SAMHI Hotels is expected to prove to be a strategic partner. Upon completion, the project will feature approximately 15 moderate-tier hotels by 2015 in markets including Bangalore, Chennai and Hyderabad. Marriott plans to expand its presence in India by opening 100 hotels over the next five years. The hotel ]]></description>
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		<title>(SHO) Sunstone Hotel Investors Invests in San Diego</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2011/04/04/sho-sunstone-hotel-investors-invests-in-san-diego/70433</link>
		<comments>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2011/04/04/sho-sunstone-hotel-investors-invests-in-san-diego/70433#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 04 Apr 2011 13:48:06 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Sunstone Hotel Investors Inc. (SHO) acquired a 75.0% interest for $475.0 million in a joint venture that owns Hilton San Diego Bay front hotel in San Diego. Hilton Worldwide will remain as the 25.0% minority partner and continue with the managerial operations of the 1190- room hotel. The transaction is expected to close in the second quarter of 2011.  Following the acquisition, the partners are expected to enter into a $240 million non-recourse mortgage debt expected to mature in April 2016. Sunstone owns premium quality upper scale and luxury hotels with nationally recognized brands like Marriott International, Inc (MAR), Hilton and Starwood Hotels &#38; Resorts Worldwide Inc. (HOT). With this deal, Sunstone expects an annual increase in its first-quarter revenue per available room (RevPAR) of 5.4% compared with the prior ]]></description>
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		<title>(MAR) Marriott International Begins European Campaign</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2011/03/28/mar-marriott-international-begins-european-campaign/68313</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 28 Mar 2011 21:22:27 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Marriott International Inc. (MAR), appears geared up to hit the European market with the launch of four new hotels in Spain. The hotels are being opened in association with Spanish hotel group AC Hotels. In January 2010, Marriott announced that it has sealed a deal with AC Hotels, to manage and franchise a new lodging brand across Europe and Latin America. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. The new lodging brand will be labeled &#8220;AC Hotels by Marriott.&#8221;  By May 2011, these four hotels will join Marriott&#8217;s recently launched Autograph Collection, a portfolio of distinct, independent hotels and resorts catering to the upper-upscale and luxury segment. Founded in 1998, AC Hotels currently has a portfolio of over 90 hotels in ownership, leasing or management, in Spain, Italy and ]]></description>
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		<title>(H) Hyatt Hotels is in Expansion Mode</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2011/03/27/h-hyatt-hotels-is-in-expansion-mode/68355</link>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 27 Mar 2011 13:47:43 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Hyatt Hotels Corporation (H) recently signed a deal with an affiliate of HILLGATE Properties NV, for the operation of Hyatt Place Amsterdam Airport hotel.  Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. The new hotel in the Netherlands will feature 303 guest rooms along with other amenities and is slated for inauguration in mid 2013. This will be the second Hyatt property both in Amsterdam and the Netherlands, following the expected opening of Andaz Amsterdam in 2012. The opening of these properties will mark a milestone in the hotelier’s expansion policy in Europe. HILLGATE Properties NV is a leading Dutch real estate developer, with projects including office, residential, industrial and hospitality real estate development, working on both new-built projects and redevelopments. Every major hotelier has lately been trying to tap ]]></description>
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		<title>(MAR) Marriott International Fourth Quarter Results Beats Analyst Estimates</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2011/02/15/mar-marriott-international-fourth-quarter-results-beats-analyst-estimates/66985</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 15 Feb 2011 22:55:47 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Marriott International Inc. (MAR) has reported fourth quarter 2010 adjusted earnings of 39 cents per share, above the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 36 cents. Earnings were at the higher end of the company’s guidance of 33 cents to 36 cents, and recorded a substantial increase of 22% year over year. On a GAAP basis, including non-cash impairment and other charges and benefit related to the settlement with the IRS, Marriott recorded earnings of 46 cents compared with 28 cents in the year-ago quarter. The results were driven by stronger corporate and leisure demand, resulting in a higher average daily room-rate. Total revenue summed up to $3.64 billion, up 8% year over year and also surpassed the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $3.59 million. The company’s full-year adjusted earnings per share were ]]></description>
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		<title>(WYN) Wyndham Worldwide Earnings Beats Forecasts</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2011/02/11/wyn-wyndham-worldwide-earnings-beats-forecasts/66674</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 11 Feb 2011 15:43:39 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Wyndham Worldwide Corporation’s (WYN) fourth quarter 2010 adjusted earnings of 46 cents per share outpaced both the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 44 cents and the company’s guidance of 40 to 44 cents. In the year-earlier quarter, the company had earned 40 cents per share. On a reported basis, Wyndham reported earnings of 43 cents per share versus 40 cents recorded in the prior-year quarter. The increase was largely driven by higher revenue per available room (RevPAR) in the Lodging business, strong operational performance by the Vacation Ownership business and a lower effective tax rate. Net revenue nudged up 2.6% year over year to $937 million in the quarter under review, reflecting a modest adjusted sales momentum in each of Wyndham’s three business units. However, revenues fell short of the Zacks ]]></description>
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		<title>(HOT) Hotels and Lodging Industry Outlook &#8211; February 2011 &#8211; Industry Outlook</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2011/02/04/hot-hotels-and-lodging-industry-outlook-february-2011-industry-outlook/66361</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 04 Feb 2011 17:11:52 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The hotels and lodging industry seems to be back in demand, thanks to the gradual global economic recovery. The industry has been witnessing a return of business travelers, with a rising demand for leisure. However, the rate of improvement in room rates still lags. Riding on the back of improvement in the U.S. economy and the consequent rise in operating metrics, most of the hoteliers have started reporting positive quarterly results. Profits are expected to rise further in 2011 as bookings continue to improve. Positive estimate revisions give us ample evidence of this growth momentum. Since the U.S. market is somewhat saturated, hoteliers are exploring growth opportunities abroad. International markets offer greater potential based on the higher pace of economic growth that they currently enjoy. The U.S. based companies are ]]></description>
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		<title>(WYN) Wyndham Worldwide Corporation Enteres The Indian Market</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2011/01/31/wyn-wyndham-worldwide-corporation-enteres-the-indian-market/65137</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 31 Jan 2011 18:51:49 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Wyndham Worldwide Corporation (WYN), through its subsidiary Wyndham Hotel Group, is finally entering the Indian market. The hospitality company signed a franchise agreement with Tirupati Buildings &#38; Offices Pvt. Ltd to open its first hotel in India. The 394 room hotel will be located in New Delhi, the Indian capital, and is expected to open in April 2011. The hotel will include facilities like restaurants, nightclub, swimming pool, spa, fitness and business center as well as 14,000 square feet of space for meeting and dinner purposes. Moreover, to attract a higher number of guests, a shopping mall is also planned near the hotel. The hotel is strategically located as it is near the international airport, enabling easy visits by business and leisure travelers from all over the world. The Parsippany, New ]]></description>
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		<title>(MAR) Marriott International Analyst Maintains Neutral Rating on Shares</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2011/01/06/mar-marriott-international-analyst-maintains-neutral-rating-on-shares/64549</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 07 Jan 2011 01:43:42 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[We are maintaining our long-term Neutral recommendation for Marriott International Inc. (MAR), a worldwide operator and franchisor of a broad portfolio of hotels and related lodging facilities. Given the company’s strong pipeline, significant international exposure, solid balance sheet, lower operating cost structure, favorable pricing and increased market share, we believe it is one of the leading worldwide hospitality companies with a positive long-term outlook. As the leisure environment is improving, the Maryland-based company expects RevPAR to grow at compound annual rates of 5–9% over the next three years, earnings to reach $1.90–$2.75 per share, adjusted EBITDA in the range of $1.54 billion to 1.94 billion, and total revenue between $4.24 billion and 4.68 billion by 2013. The company also anticipates that incentive management fees will nearly double and reach $285–$440 ]]></description>
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		<title>(H) Hyatt Hotels Expands in Brazil</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2010/12/25/h-hyatt-hotels-expands-in-brazil/63550</link>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 26 Dec 2010 03:50:32 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Chicago, Illinois-based Hyatt Hotels Corporation (H), a leading global hospitality company, announced that its affiliate has bought a majority ownership in an ocean-front property in Brazil where it plans to construct a 408-room hotel in the brand Grand Hyatt. The property is located in Barra da Tijuca, a famous district of Rio de Janeiro. Barra da Tijuca is well known for its beaches and American-influenced lifestyle and is a common destination for the Brazilian high society members, celebrities and football stars. Barra da Tijuca will also host most of the 2016 summer Olympics. Moreover, Rio de Janeiro, the second largest city in Brazil, is a renowned international destination attracting both business and leisure travelers. The new hotel Grand Hyatt Rio de Janeiro will be in addition to the existing 36 ]]></description>
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		<title>(MAR) Marriott International Expands in Brazil</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2010/12/22/mar-marriott-international-expands-in-brazil/60252</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 23 Dec 2010 01:37:16 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Marriott International Inc. (MAR), the largest U.S. hotel chain plans to expand its portfolio in Brazil to 54 hotels. Marriott currently manages 4 hotels in Brazil, with one hotel in Rio de Janeiro and three properties in Sao Paulo. The Bethesda, Maryland-based Marriott plans to develop 50 Fairfield hotels throughout Brazil in partnership with PDG realty, which has become Brazil’s largest real estate company after merging with Agre in May 2010. PDG realty is based in Rio de Janeiro and Agre in Sao Paulo. The company has introduced the Fairfield brand in Brazil. Fairfield has become a leader in the moderately priced lodging segment and is Marriott’s eighth brand to be developed outside the U.S. The hotels will be designed for energy efficiency, and both Marriott and PDG Realty have ]]></description>
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		<title>(MHGC) Morgans Hotel Group Seeks New CEO</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2010/12/02/mhgc-morgans-hotel-group-seeks-new-ceo/61067</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 03 Dec 2010 06:34:31 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[New York-based Morgans Hotel Group Co. (MHGC) announced that its chief executive officer (CEO) Fred Kleisner will resign upon the completion of his tenureship on December 31. The hotel company appointed Fred Kleisner as CEO in December 2007, after his successful stint as an interim CEO since September 2007. We believe Fred Kleisner navigated Morgans Hotel through the economic slowdown and decline in leisure demand quite impressively. His experience in the hotel industry as well as dedicated service has helped the company scale new heights. Morgans Hotel has only a month to find a suitable replacement for Fred Kleisner. The company has also appointed the executive search firm Spencer Stuart to speed up the search. Fred Kleisner has offered to extend his period of service, if the company fails to ]]></description>
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		<title>(MAR) Marriott International Expands Business in India</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2010/11/15/mar-marriott-international-expands-business-in-india/59441</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 16 Nov 2010 04:50:11 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Marriott International Inc. (MAR), the largest U.S. hotel chain, is set to expand its presence in India by opening 100 hotels over the next five years. Marriott currently manages 11 hotels in India, represented by five brands. The company will add two more brands across India Incorporatedluding Ritz Carlton and Fairfield Inn. Marriott opened its first hotel in India in 1999 and currently has 23 additional properties under construction or development in India. The company expects to complete the construction and open all 23 properties by the end of 2013. The company believes that the expansion will create over 8,000 new jobs in India in the next three years. The company has also recently signed management agreement for seven additional hotels for its portfolio in India, which include five Courtyard ]]></description>
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		<title>(WYN) Wyndham Worldwide Third Quarter 2010 Earnings Preview</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2010/10/25/wyn-wyndham-worldwide-third-quarter-2010-earnings-preview/56425</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 26 Oct 2010 00:03:45 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Wyndham Worldwide Corporation (WYN), a hospitality company engaged in offering individual as well as business customers a range of hospitality products and services, is slated to release its third quarter 2010 results on Tuesday, October 26, before market open. The current Zacks Consensus Estimate for the third  quarter is 63 cents per share, representing an annualized growth of 9.36%. With respect to earnings surprises, over the trailing four quarters, Wyndham has outperformed the Zacks Consensus Estimate for all four quarters. The average earnings surprise was a positive 13.70%. This implies that the company has beaten the Zacks Consensus Estimate by the same magnitude over the last four quarters. Previous Quarter Performance Wyndham recorded second quarter 2010 earnings of $95 million or 51 cents per share, well ahead of the Zacks ]]></description>
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		<title>(H) Hyatt Hotels Corporation Announces Further Expansion in China</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 19 Oct 2010 04:53:22 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Hyatt Hotels Corporation (H), a leading global hospitality company, is set to further explore the Chinese hotel market. The company announced the signing of contracts to manage eleven additional hotels in China. This would double the company’s properties to 22. Hyatt currently manages 17 hotels in China, representing the largest market outside United States. The company plans to open 4 hotels, comprising Hyatt Ningbo, Hyatt Regency Jinan, Hyatt Regency Guiyang and Hyatt Regency Qingdao in 2011, and additional nine properties in 2012. Based in Chicago, Illinois, the company also plans to expand in the Indian market by opening 15 new markets over the next 5 years. Hyatthas benefited from the recovery in business travel, as the company’s comparable international Revenue per Available Room (RevPAR) jumped 21.4% year over year in ]]></description>
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		<title>(HOT) Hotels &amp; Lodging Industry Outlook &#8211; October 2010 &#8211; Industry Outlook</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2010/10/12/hot-hotels-lodging-industry-outlook-october-2010-industry-outlook/55001</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 13 Oct 2010 01:38:24 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[With a gradual recovery of the global economy, the hotels and lodging industry is experiencing an increase in demand. The industry faced extremely tough challenges in the prior year due to the economic turmoil that resulted in weak labor and tight credit markets, resulting in lower discretionary spending. The recovery in the economy has seen a return of business travelers, with a rising demand for leisure. However, the rate of improvement in room rates still lags. Riding on the back of improvement in the U.S. economy and the consequent rise in operating metrics, most of the hoteliers have started reporting positive quarterly results and profits are expected to rise further in 2010, as bookings continue to ramp. We are seeing ample evidence of that in positive estimate revisions. Since the ]]></description>
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		<title>(WYN) Wyndham Worldwide Acquires Vacation Rental Firm ResortQuest</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2010/10/03/wyn-wyndham-worldwide-acquires-vacation-rental-firm-resortquest/52646</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 04 Oct 2010 05:37:11 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Wyndham Worldwide Corporation (WYN), a noted hospitality company, announced that through its Exchange and Rentals business unit it is buying ResortQuest, a vacation rental firm in the U.S., for $56 million. The deal is expected to close by the end of the third quarter of 2010. ResortQuest’s portfolio of 6,000 properties throughout the United States will complement Wyndham&#8217;s existing network of 85,000 vacation properties in approximately 100 countries, with most of them in Europe. The company has acquired about 30 European rental brands since 2000. Management believes that this acquisition will facilitate its expansion in the U.S. serviced vacation rental market, which is a $10 billion market and currently lacks a significant player. Moreover, ResortQuest&#8217;s strong presence in the U.S. and Wyndham’s market leadership in Europe will enable the company ]]></description>
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		<title>(WYN) Wyndham Worldwide Corporation Teams with Planet Hollywood</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 23 Sep 2010 15:14:58 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Wyndham Worldwide Corporation (WYN) subsidiary Wyndham Hotel Group announced recently that it has entered into a license agreement with Planet Hollywood Resorts International LLC. As per the agreement, Wyndham will franchise the Planet Hollywood Hotels brand and provide management services globally. However, Wyndham will have no right on brand’s trademarks and intellectual property; the rights will be retained to Planet Hollywood only.  The Planet Hollywood brand was founded in 1989 and it is renowned as an entertainment-based brand. Management anticipates that the recent addition of this brand to its portfolio will enable it to broaden its customer base. We remain positive on the deal as it is in sync with Wyndham’s strategy to acquire brands and expand through its franchise model, given that it reduces the company’s capital intensity. Going ]]></description>
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