Marriott International Stock Forum

Airfare prices are rising, but affluent American tourists are driving a 14.3% increase in European spending, reaching €742.8 billion this year, according to the European Travel Commission. Despite reduced savings, strong labor markets support continued high spending by U.S. consumers, with travel expenditures up 13% compared to 2019, as reported by Mastercard Economics Institute and Bank of America. Consumers prioritize experiences ov...

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Marriott and Hilton's expanding hotel room footprints signal a robust recovery in the travel sector post-COVID-19. Hilton's impressive development quarter and reaffirmed net-unit-growth estimate for 2024 indicate positive momentum in the hotel industry.

The lack of insider purchases combined with considerable insider sales in the past three months makes for a cause of concern. Despite the high insider ownership, the pattern of insider selling raises caution.

Despite strong insider ownership, the patterns of insider selling at Marriott International and lack of buying are weak negative signs for potential investors.

Hyatt and Playa are top picks due to a strong leisure travel market, business and group travel recovery, and potential rebound in China's cross-border travel. Marriott and Hilton are seen as neutral due to current valuations and recent rally, with better views expected at improved entry levels.