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Yahoo
5 hours ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Hilton's upbeat Q2 earnings: Why this analyst is still Neutral
Hilton (HLT) posted higher profit and revenue in the second quarter and raised its full-year outlook, but softer net income guidance and weaker occupancy are dragging on investor sentiment. Chad Beynon, Macquarie Group gaming, lodging & theatres analyst, joins Market Catalysts to explain why Hilton's upscale mix is a key factor behind his Neutral rating on the stock. To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Market Catalysts here. Let's continue this travel conversation because Hilton is posting higher profit and revenue in the second quarter. It also raised its earnings outlook for the year. Still, the hotel operator's revenue per available room fell half a percent due to occupancy decline. Joining me now, Chad Beynon, Macquarie Group, Gaming, lodging, and theaters analyst. It's good to see you. So, um, as we are looking at, uh, these numbers, it looks like the company did trim its net income forecast a little bit. Um, although some of its metrics look good, what's your read on the quarter? Yeah, sure. Julie, thanks for having me. Uh, second quarter came in slightly better than expected. I think some of that was timing around termination fees and just kind of how, um, the holidays impacted some leisure versus, uh, business travel. Um, their third quarter guidance came in a little below expectations and where consensus was. So positive on Q2, negative on Q3, and then for the year, they kind of, uh, stood pat in terms of how they were thinking about the year. I would say the tone was slightly more positive, particularly, um, calling for more of a business travel recovery, uh, in the back half of the year. And then as it relates to the leisure traveler, as your last guest talked about, um, I think things are fine. I think consumers continue to prioritize experiences and we saw that, uh, this summer, uh, effects could be a slight positive because, uh, going to Europe or leaving the country is a little bit more expensive this year. Um, so as we've seen, uh, you know, people might stay closer home and vacation, uh, with drive to or shorter haul flights. Well, and I was talking earlier too about what we heard from the airlines, which seemed to be that sort of full service premium customers were holding up better. Are we seeing that play out in the lodging world as well? Absolutely. Uh, when we analyze the chain scale, uh, trends, um, revenue and occupancy in the United States, um, those higher-end full-service brands continue to outperform. I think that's been the case for almost a year now. So it certainly calls the question what's going on with that lower-end economy chain scale focused, uh, uh, brand or portfolio. Uh, so we continue to like those that lean a little bit more upscale, as we know the consumer is kind of fickle here. Um, you know, people are enjoying experiences. But the last two or three years, I think people extended their budgets in every, uh, age bracket. So the, uh, you know, people in that luxurious, uh, level were spending a little bit more. But also people in kind of the lower chain scales were, were spending more. So that's kind of what we're keeping an eye on. And our ratings kind of reflect a view towards some of the higher-end, uh, brands. Well, I was going to ask, I know you got a neutral rating, right? On Hilton? Um, is that why? Because they, you know, just because of their sort of hotel mix and who who their who their audience is? Yeah, I'd say fundamentally, I think net unit growth has probably been better than expected, uh, during the past couple years. The Rev par, uh, which is a key focus for analysts, um, has been roughly in line. I think one of the reasons why lodging stocks outperformed in 23 and 24, uh, compared to, uh, the S&P, it's really the business model, right? The franchisor business model continues, um, to receive praise from investors. And it was about a 10% outperformance for the group in 23 and in 24. So we're looking at these stocks trading, you know, around 30 times earnings, which is where we see high growth stocks, uh, in the market trading. So they're clearly in that category. And that's kind of been why we've maintained our neutral rating. It's certainly above historical trading levels and we are waiting for a little bit of a broader recovery, uh, to become more constructive on Hilton. Related Videos US equities lead 2025 ETF flows: A closer look at global trends Hasbro Q2 beat, MARA to raise $850M, Otis issues weak guidance GE Vernova, Thermo Fisher, Enphase Energy: Trending Tickers Japanese auto stocks are surging on Trump's tariff deal Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
News18
9 hours ago
- Entertainment
- News18
BBC Players new show The Assassin to premiere in August
New Delhi, Jul 23 (PTI) 'The Assassin", a six-part series starring Keeley Hawes and Freddie Highmore, is set to premiere on the streaming service BBC Player India on August 1. The thriller by writing duo Harry and Jack Williams reveals a dramatic tale of a retired assassin Julie, played by Hawes, and her estranged son Edward, played by Highmore, amidst high-stake drama and thrilling action as they are forced to flee an idyllic Greek island when Julie's dangerous past catches up with her. With questions around Edward's paternity and Julie's past life as a hitwoman, the pair go on the run across Europe, working together in a fight for survival, according to a press release. Presented by All3Media, the series is produced by award-winning production company Two Brothers Pictures known for 'Fleabag" in association with ZDF, All3Media International, and Stan. Hawes and Highmore serve as executive producers for the series. 'The Assassin" also features actors Gina Gershon, Shalom Brune-Franklin, Jack Davenport, Alan Dale, Gerald Kyd, Devon Terrell, Richard Dormer and David Dencik. view comments First Published: July 23, 2025, 19:00 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Daily Mirror
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
EastEnders icon returns to BBC soap just days after quitting in huge U-turn
EastEnders aired the comeback of a familiar face in worrying scenes on the BBC soap on Monday night, just days after two characters appeared to leave Walford for good An EastEnders legend's return was confirmed on the BBC soap on Monday, just days on from them appearing to exit the show for good. In quite a U-turn amid worrying scenes, two characters who appeared to bid farewell to the soap last week made their return in the latest episode. Nigel Bates and his wife Julie had decided to leave just days ago, amid Nigel's dementia battle. Julie had wanted her husband, who had disappeared months earlier, to go back home with her where she could care for him. Nigel decided to leave Walford much to the sadness of his pal Phil Mitchell, who Nigel has lived with since his comeback in December. So when Nigel's condition continued to deteriorate recently, with Phil struggling to care for his friend, the arrival of Julie changed things. Julie had not known where her husband was for a while after he fled without a word. When Julie found out the truth she came to see him and vowed to take him home. Nigel left with Julie in episodes that aired a week ago, with it teased this was an exit for both characters. READ MORE: Emmerdale 'lets slip' crucial detail in Tracy scene that will 'expose John' But after spoilers hinted they would be back, Monday's episode saw legend Nigel make his abrupt and unexpected return to Walford. Julie soon shared the news to those in Albert Square that Nigel had gone missing again. Just days after they planned to move on and start again, Nigel found his way back to Walford while in a confused state. After becoming scared on a tube train, he was found at the station in Walford by Callum Highway and Yolande Trueman who took him back to Phil's home. Julie was relieved to see him again, but it raised questions about Nigel's future and where he should be. Ultimately it was Nigel who decided he wanted to stay in Walford, with Julie staying by his side. This appears to confirm the characters will stay for the time being, while the future of the plot and for the characters has yet to be revealed. It was revealed recently that Julie would be staying on the show and that it would not be a brief visit. Actress Karen Henthorn reprised her role as Julie after decades away recently, and she spilled all on her comeback. She shared: "It's very surreal to be back in Albert Square after 27 years and working with the delightful Paul Bradley again - it's scary how fast the time has gone!" She went on: "Julie has got some awful surprises ahead of her after the initial relief she feels to discover Nigel is still alive. It's been great to film with Paul and Steve (McFadden), who are such lovely actors, as Julie discovers Nigel's dementia diagnosis and why he chose to hide it from her.' Get the latest drama from the Dales by joining our Emmerdale WhatsApp group As drama continues to unfold in the Yorkshire Dales, the Mirror has launched its very own Emmerdale WhatsApp community where you'll get all the latest breaking news, secrets, and spoilers delivered straight to your phone. Users must download or already have WhatsApp on their phones to join in. All you have to do to join is click on this link, select 'Join Chat' and you're in! We may also send you stories from other titles across the Reach group. We will also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose Exit group. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice.
Perth Now
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Jennifer Love Hewitt's return to I Know What You Did Last Summer sparked by ‘love' of franchise
Jennifer Love Hewitt's return to I Know What You Did Last Summer came down to a deep 'love' of the horror franchise. The 45-year-old actress is reprising her role as Julie James nearly 30 years after first appearing in the iconic teen slasher, and has now credited the new film's creative team with bringing the franchise back with a lot of heart. She told Variety of director Jennifer Kaytin Robinson and co-writer Sam Lansky: 'What was very apparent from the word 'Go' is how much both of them loved the original movie. 'I feel like, if you're going to go back and make something new but pay homage to an original, you have to love it. You have to understand it. 'So, I was just blown away and it meant a lot to me.' The new instalment, set for release in 2025, follows a fresh group of teenagers in Southport, North Carolina, who are stalked by a copycat killer after a deadly accident. Jennifer's character Julie is contacted by the young group and asked for help – drawing her and fellow survivor Ray Bronson, played by 48-year-old Freddie Prinze Jr., back into the chaos of their past. Jennifer last played Julie in the 1998 sequel I Still Know What You Did Last Summer. She was not involved in the 2006 direct-to-video follow-up or the 2021 reboot series. Kaytin and Sam offered a different approach, directly continuing the storyline of the original 1997 film. The creative team behind the project involved Jennifer in shaping Julie's character in the present day – a trauma expert and professor, recently divorced from Ray and determined never to return to Southport. The actress added: 'They allowed space for me to know her better than anyone, which was so kind because they didn't have to do that. 'I felt very seen as somebody who had created her the first time.' Julie plays a major role in the second and third acts of the film, mentoring Ava = played by Chase Sui Wonders – and helps to unmask two killers. The film also brings back Brandy Norwood as Karla, Julie's college roommate from I Still Know, in a surprise credits scene teasing yet another chapter in the series.
Daily Mirror
2 days ago
- Sport
- Daily Mirror
Lioness fans eager to 'reclaim title' as Women's Euro 2025 trophy 'so close'
Italy will have huge support in the stands with more than 600,000 Italian residents in Switzerland, they make up the largest portion of foreign residents in the country England fans have said the Euros trophy feels so close 'you can almost touch it' as the Lionesses prepare to take on Italy in the semi-final tomorrow. But they'll have to contend with a 10,000-strong Azzurri blue army in the Stade de Geneva, as Switzerland is home to around 640,000 Italians. And after their nail-biting penalty shootout with Sweden, fans are hoping the Lionesses won't get complacent against the Italians, ranked 13th in the world. Leanne Woodall, 33, from Wythenshawe, Manchester, said: "The final is so close you can almost taste it. The Sweden game was so nerve-wracking I couldn't even watch the penalties, I was glancing at the pitch through my fingers. "But when we won and the final whistle went the atmosphere in the stands was like a final, it was electric. We can beat any team we want as long as our heads are in it, the passion is there and it feels like it's our time now to step up again and reclaim our title." Italians constitute the largest group of foreign residents in the country, with an estimated 640,000 people of Italian nationality registered in Switzerland, according to Statista. And the number of Italian speakers is significantly higher than the number of Italian citizens. The Swiss Federal Statistical Office estimates that roughly 8.4% of the Swiss population, or 720,000 people, declare Italian as their main language. But Julie Abbott, from Newark, Notts, and her pal, Clair Coyles, 36, from Whitehaven, Cumbria, are hoping the Lionesses will go all the way so they can watch them win the Euros for the first time together. The pair met at the Australian World Cup two years ago and are determined to rewrite the disappointment of the last final they witnessed together, when England were pipped by Spain. Julie, 55, said: "I wasn't at the last Euros final but Clair was, then we both had the disappointment of the World Cup Final, so to see them get there and lift the trophy would be immense. It would be amazing for the whole country, not just us fans out here, it would lift the whole of England. "Watching them win the Euros was euphoric... But it would be even better - the best feeling to be able to watch them win it, from in the stands stood together. We met at the World Cup in Aus and now we have this massive Women's Football Community now that comes together every tournament. It's like one big football family. We all sit together at the games. To get to celebrate it and experience it together would just be next level." The pair have been calming their semi-final nerves by enjoying as much as Switzerland's spectacular scenery as possible. Speaking to the Mirror on the train back from Switzerland's epic Matterhorn mountain, Julie added: "It's the semi final and whoever we were playing I think we would feel nervous because the final is within touching distance now, you can see it ahead of you. "It's just so close and it would be such a shame if we didn't get there again. Fingers crossed, with a good performance and a little bit of luck, we should be in the final." And while the band of the barmy army will be striking up in the stands, the Lionesses will also be feeling the support of fans 800 miles away back home, where pubs have been given a special dispensation to open late. In May the Home Office revealed plans to allow bars with an 11pm licence to stay open until 1am so no fan misses out on the action. Policing Minister, Dame Diana Johnson said: "Nothing quite brings people together like watching our national football teams, which is why we want fans to be able to enjoy every minute of these matches." And while the nation rallies behind them, the Lionesses have grown even closer as a team following recent revelations from Jess Carter about the racist abuse she has suffered during the tournament. Speaking ahead of the game yesterday Georgia Stanway, blasted the racist trolls adding 'they're not fans'. The 26-year-old from Barrow in Furness said: "I think being vulnerable is probably one of the most important things because it brings the group so much closer together. I think when times are tough on the pitch, you want to be able to rely on your teammates and you want to be able to look at them in both good and bad and understand that you're both on the right journey and you're both on the right path to exactly what you want at the end, which is to win. "We've talked a lot about vulnerability and we've talked a lot about opening our arms up and recognising who is next to us and having belief in the people next to you and not the people that are not in the bubble."
