Market Outlook Mid-Year 2025 – Growth opportunities in Europe and Asia take centre stage, Accor to bring Mercure to Cebu and more...

Market Outlook Mid-Year 2025 – Growth opportunities in Europe and Asia take centre stage
Tuesday, 15th July 2025

As we enter the second half of 2025, a clear shift is emerging in the global economy. The era of US dominance is giving way to a new, more multipolar dynamic – one that places growth opportunities in Europe and Asia firmly in the spotlight.

In this mid-year Market Outlook, experts take a closer look at how these developments are shaping investment strategies, how to navigate these volatile markets, and what they mean for your portfolio >>

Accor signs with Megaworld to bring Mercure to Cebu
15 Jul 2025 : Accor is expanding its presence in the Philippines through an agreement with Megaworld, the country's largest township developer and operator of homegrown hotel brands, to open Mercure Mactan Cebu in the fourth quarter of 2025 >>

US firms could unlock $2.4 Trillion in sales by optimizing business travel
15 Jul 2025 : New return-on-investment study shows US companies could gain net operating margin of $14+ for every $1 invested in business travel >>

Hyatt continues expansion with the debut of Thompson, new entries in Asia Pacific
15 Jul 2025 : Hyatt plans to expand Hyatt’s luxury and lifestyle brand portfolios across Asia Pacific, with a robust pipeline of close to 90 properties expected to open over the next five years >>

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The Art of Hotel Operator Selection
Tuesday, 15th July 2025

The selection of a hotel operator, brand and management agreement can be a complex and lengthy process for owners.

The outcome of this process must be the appointment of an operator that adds value to the owners’ development and boosts its performance through its image, branding, reservation network and global profile. There are typically three main scenarios for operator selection >>

Developing an Ultra-Luxury Hotel?
Assembling the right development team is your make-or-break move, I’ve seen too many dream projects derail from a shaky start. Here’s the no-nonsense guide I’d walk you through to get it right >>

In case you've missed it: Global eNewsletter of July 14, 2025
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