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Marriott (MAR) announced it will redeem $450M of 5.450% notes due September 2026 and issued new fixed-rate notes. The company also launched The Luxury Collection Expeditions, expanding into experiential travel. Marriott projects $30.7B revenue and $3.8B earnings by 2029, requiring significant growth. Analysts' views vary on the impact of these moves on the company's outlook.

Marriott International (MAR) reported mixed Q2 2026 results, with a 30-day share price decline of 3.6% but a 1-year return of 31.3%. The company launched The Luxury Collection Expeditions. Analysts debate its valuation, with a fair value estimate of $313.94, suggesting the stock is overvalued. Risks include a potential travel downturn or loyalty program devaluation.

Barclays reported U.S. hotel revenue per available room rose 8.2% year-over-year in July, driven by higher occupancy and daily rates. Luxury and Economy segments showed strong growth, with Luxury up 17.7%. Individual companies like MAR and HLT saw revenue growth of 9.5% and 7.9%, respectively. Global trends were positive, with the Americas leading at 8% growth.

Marriott International (NASDAQ: MAR) announced it will redeem $450 million of its 5.450% Series LL Notes due 2026 on August 29, 2026. The redemption price includes the principal plus accrued interest. The notes will cease to accrue interest and become void after the redemption date.

Morgan Stanley said lodging stocks lagged the broader market despite strong Q2 results and higher 2026 guidance, with valuations now reflecting more reasonable RevPAR growth assumptions. It highlighted Hilton (HLT), Marriott (MAR), Hyatt (H), Travel + Leisure (TNL) and Wyndham, citing RevPAR, unit growth, and fee or cash flow outlooks. Examples include Hilton’s raised RevPAR outlook and Hyatt’s $1.12 EPS.

MEXC will conduct a cash dividend settlement for AMAT, MSFT, and MAR stock futures on Aug 20, 2026. Long positions will receive dividends, while short positions will pay dividends. Users can avoid participation by closing positions before the settlement.

Investing.com says Tropical Storm Lala hit Hawaii’s Big Island as a Category 1 hurricane, closing Hilo and Kona airports and ports. Nearly 130,000 utility customers lost power, and Hawaiian Electric (HE) faces unplanned restoration costs. The article also flags AAL, MAR, HD, Swiss Re (SREN), Verisk (VRSK) and Polar Power (POLA) for storm-related trading.

Marriott International’s Series by Marriott brand launched in New Caledonia via a collaboration with Societe Hoteliere de Noumea (SHN), adding three resorts to the Marriott Bonvoy program. Le Domaine Déva (120 rooms), Le Domaine Oro (48 rooms) and Le Domaine Nouméa (207 rooms) will keep local identities while operating under Series by Marriott. Guests can earn points and access program benefits.

Marriott International (per its Aug. 13, 2026 SEC filing) sold $1.25B of notes, including $250M of 4.875% notes due 2029 and $1.0B of 5.650% notes due 2036. Net proceeds were about $1.233B for general corporate purposes. Interest begins in Nov. 2026 and Mar. 2027, respectively.

Marriott International appointed Ming Choo Ling as Chief Human Resources Officer for its APEC region, based in Singapore, effective after Andrew Paul Newmark’s retirement. Marriott said she will oversee the people agenda across more than 760 hotels and nearly 116,000 associates, focusing on leadership development and talent and culture. Choo Ling previously led HR at Unilever’s Home Care Greater Asia.