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PULSE! Today’s Hotel, Restaurant & Bar Industry News Deep Dive | 09/30/2026 Episode
The third quarter is wrapping up with major structural moves across capital markets, food and beverage tech, autonomous building management, and regulatory frameworks. In today’s episode, we break down the critical trends driving profitability and operational resilience as we head into Q4.
🚨 WHAT’S INSIDE TODAY’S DEEP DIVE
🏨 M&A & Capital Markets:
Luxury Flight to Quality: U.S. hotel transactions jumped 14% YoY in H1 2026, holding momentum through Q3 with average pricing reaching $142,000/key.
Cap Rate Adjustments: Cap rates shift to 8.4% as institutional capital heavily favors luxury and…
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