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Hilton Worldwide reported Q3 2026 earnings, highlighting mixed regional RevPAR trends. RevPAR grew in Americas, Europe, and Asia-Pacific (excluding China), while it declined in China and Middle East/Africa. The company expects full-year 2026 RevPAR growth of 4% to 4.5%. Hilton opened 180 hotels and 27,000 rooms, with a record development pipeline of 543,000 rooms. It forecasts Q4 adjusted EBITDA of $1.047B to $1.067B and full-year adjusted EBITDA of $4.06B to $4.08B.

Hilton raised its full-year RevPAR outlook after reporting strong Q3 results. The company's development pipeline reached a record 543,100 rooms, with new construction starts up 40% year over year. Hilton also announced executive changes and a move to Nasdaq, starting November 5, under the ticker HLT.

Whirlpool reports weak consumer demand for appliances, expecting a 5% decline in demand. Royal Caribbean sees record cruise bookings at higher prices. Hilton notes booming business travel, while UPS reports strong growth in high-tech shipments. UPS CEO highlights a 'K curve' economy, with asset owners spending while others struggle. Whirlpool and UPS are raising prices due to cost pressures, while Royal Caribbean's price increases are demand-driven.

Hilton (HLT) reported Q3 2026 earnings, highlighting a 5.8% year-over-year increase in system-wide RevPAR, driven by strong business and group demand. The company expects full-year RevPAR growth of 4% to 4.5% and plans to return $3.5 billion to shareholders. Hilton added 180 hotels and over 27,000 rooms, with luxury and lifestyle portfolios growing the fastest. The development pipeline expanded to 543,000 rooms, with conversions representing 37% of openings.

Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc. reported a 5.8% increase in system-wide RevPAR for Q3 2026, driven by business travel demand. The company opened a record 27,000 rooms, with luxury and lifestyle portfolios growing significantly. Hilton expects 3-4% global RevPAR growth in 2027 and 6-7% annual net unit growth. Challenges include declines in the Middle East and China, with a $60-70 million EBITDA headwind.

Hilton (NYSE: HLT) reported Q3 net income of $536M, up from $421M YoY, and raised its 2026 adjusted EPS outlook to $9.07-$9.13. RevPAR grew 5.8%, and management fees rose 9.5%. The company opened 182 hotels, adding 27,000 rooms. Hilton expects 4-4.5% RevPAR growth and $1.91B-$1.92B net income for the year. Shares fell 3% Tuesday.