Marriott International reported second-quarter earnings that exceeded market expectations, driven by strong pricing power and resilient global travel demand.
The hotel operator raised its full-year room revenue outlook, a move that underscores confidence in the broader hospitality sector despite ongoing geopolitical uncertainties in key international markets.
5% decline in international RevPAR, reflecting the impact of geopolitical headwinds in parts of the company’s overseas business.
Revenue per available room (RevPAR) rose 3.4% globally for the quarter.
The performance was anchored by robust growth in North America, where US and Canadian RevPAR increased by 5%.
This domestic strength offset a slight 0.5% decline in international RevPAR, reflecting the impact of geopolitical headwinds in parts of the company’s overseas business.
The results highlight a divergence in global travel patterns, with North American leisure and business travel remaining robust while international segments face more volatile conditions.