Hospitality 13 February 2026 - 13 May 2026

Nvidia Stock Split Watch: NVDA Hits A Record, But The Next Split Still Looks Out Of Reach
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Nvidia Earnings on Deck With $350 Billion Options Bet in Play

Mount Gambier’s 140-year-old Roller Flour Mill walls were demolished after a failed bid for state heritage protection, making way for an 82-room hotel and commercial precinct. The local heritage-listed facade was removed despite months of opposition and a petition from residents. Planning consent was granted after engineers cited safety concerns and high repair costs. Ninety-eight public submissions mostly opposed demolition.
May 20, 2026
IHG Stock Watch: InterContinental Hotels Group PLC Adds Mount Fuji Deal as Buyback Rolls On
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IHG Stock Watch: InterContinental Hotels Group PLC Adds Mount Fuji Deal as Buyback Rolls On

IHG will convert the 150-room Hotel Mount Fuji into its third Vignette Collection property in Japan after renovation, partnering with FUJI KYUKO. The company bought 37,286 shares for cancellation on May 12, following a similar purchase earlier in the week. IHG recently reported stronger-than-expected first-quarter room revenue but noted weaker demand in the Middle East.
May 13, 2026
Whitbread Shares Sink as Premier Inn Owner Puts 3,800 Jobs at Risk in Restaurant Exit
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Whitbread Shares Sink as Premier Inn Owner Puts 3,800 Jobs at Risk in Restaurant Exit

Whitbread PLC will close or sell its remaining 197 branded restaurants, including Beefeater and Brewers Fayre, risking about 3,800 UK and Ireland jobs as it shifts to a hotel-focused model. Shares fell 6.33% after the announcement. The company has agreed to sell 51 restaurants for £50 million and is in talks for 60 more. Unite union criticised Whitbread for how it communicated the job cuts.
April 30, 2026
Hilton takes over ex-Palazzo Versace on Australia’s Gold Coast — LXR brand lands in 2027
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Hilton takes over ex-Palazzo Versace on Australia’s Gold Coast — LXR brand lands in 2027

Hilton signed a deal to manage and rebrand the former Palazzo Versace hotel on Australia’s Gold Coast under its LXR luxury label, with reopening set for 2027 after renovations begin in coming months. The hotel, currently trading as The Imperial, will remain open during the overhaul. Hilton shares were down 0.3% at $305.05 in New York afternoon trading. Financial terms were not disclosed.
March 4, 2026

Stock Market Today

  • QatarEnergy Expands Offshore Energy Operations in Uruguay
    May 20, 2026, 9:25 AM EDT. QatarEnergy, Qatar's state energy firm, has expanded its offshore energy footprint in Uruguay. This move marks a strategic advancement in the company's international energy exploration efforts, focusing on offshore oil and gas resources. The expansion aligns with QatarEnergy's broader goal to diversify and strengthen its global energy portfolio amid evolving market dynamics. Details on specific projects or investment scales were not disclosed. This development reflects increasing interest in South America's offshore energy potential and QatarEnergy's intent to capitalize on emerging opportunities in the region.