Marriott International 'A'

Marriott reports continued robust demand with global RevPAR growth of 3.4% in Q2 and 7% in July, driven by gains across all brands and regions. Due to project delays in the Middle East, the company expects net hotel unit growth for 2026 at the lower end of the range. Management emphasizes measures to improve hotel profitability for owners, cost reductions and incentives, and extensive modernizations in reservations, property management and loyalty — including AI deployment to boost revenue and margins. » More on de.investing.com

Marriott International issued bonds totalling $250m (series NN, coupon 4.875%, maturity 15 May 2029) and $1bn (series YY, coupon 5.650%, maturity 15 September 2036). Net proceeds amount to about $1.233bn and total debt rises to around $17.77bn (debt ratio 16%); proceeds are to be used for general corporate purposes. The company most recently closed the second quarter with adjusted earnings of $3.19 per share, beating expectations, but slightly missed revenue and raised its full-year guidance. » More on de.investing.com

Marriott’s board has declared a quarterly cash dividend of 73 cents per common share. The payout will be made on September 30, 2026, to shareholders of record at the close of trading on August 20, 2026. Marriott operates around 10,000 hotels in 148 countries and territories (as of June 30, 2026). » More on de.investing.com