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Hilton CEO on opening 150+ hotels: It'll be a really, really good year again

Hilton CEO on opening 150+ hotels: It'll be a really, really good year again

CNBC2 days ago

Chris Nassetta, Hilton Worldwide CEO, joins 'Squawk on the Street' to discuss Hilton's demand picture, the impact of tariffs and much more.

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