What next for real estate investors after Japan’s historic rate hike?, IHG launches new midscale conversion brand and more...

What next for real estate investors after Japan’s historic rate hike?
Tuesday, 23rd April 2024

The impact of the Bank of Japan's (BoJ) historic rate hike, the first in 17 years, on the country’s markets and investor sentiment is, on the face of it, minimal. Markets were long anticipating the move, which only nudged the key interest rate up to between 0% and 0.1%, from -0.1%. First interest rate hike since 2007 could alter investment strategies in coming years >>

IHG launches its new midscale conversion brand, Garner
23 Apr 2024 : The brand will be the leading choice for guests wanting great value stays at high-quality properties, and for owners seeking higher returns in the midscale segment >>

Phuket hotel market update
23 Apr 2024 : Phuket’s tourism industry is undergoing an ongoing rebound, with last year’s airport passenger arrivals edging towards pre-pandemic figures >>

Global economy remains resilient despite uneven growth, challenges ahead
23 Apr 2024 : Despite gloomy predictions, the global economy remains remarkably resilient, with steady growth and inflation slowing almost as quickly as it rose >>

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Mastering Mottos, Taglines and Slogans: Salient Elements of the Hospitality Business
Tuesday, 23rd April 2024

Exclusive Feature by Giovanni Angelini: In the ever-competitive world of hospitality, a strong brand identity is essential for attracting guests, engaging employees, and building loyalty.

Three key components contribute to this identity; Mottos, Taglines, and Slogans. While they might sound interchangeable, each plays a distinct role in communicating the brand's essence >>

Maximising Revenue Through the Customer Booking Journey
Our latest guide looks at how hoteliers can go about maximising revenues throughout the customer booking journey. Through persuasive messaging, intelligent upsells and upgrades, urgency messages and many more subtle steers – hoteliers can create a guest-centric journey that generates you more revenue >>

In case you've missed it: Global eNewsletter of April 22, 2024
Aman opens Venice, Nobu Hospitality unveils its 40th hotel and more >>