2026/27 federal per-diem update: Growth returns following a year of stability, APAC hotel investment demands active management and more...

2026/27 federal per-diem update: Growth returns following a year of stability
Wednesday, 16th September 2026

This article explores how long-term trends continue to reveal significant differences among US lodging markets, particularly in major gateway cities and resort destinations.

The U.S. federal government per-diem rate is made up of a lodging allowance and a meals and incidental expense (M&IE) allowance. The per-diem lodging rates, which set the maximum amount a federal traveler can reimburse, are based on the average rates for mid-priced hotels and are set annually by the U.S. >>

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HIGHLIGHT ARTICLE

Beyond Pricing: Why Better Decisions Drive Hotel Profitability
Wednesday, 16th September 2026

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