Drug War Dilemma: Fighting to Improve Security AND Boost Tourism in Acapulco,...
In a context of continued cartel violence, the city of Acapulco, Mexico is working to improve security and promote tourism. (Photo by N. Parish Flannery @LatAmLENS) On Christmas day in Acapulco,...
View ArticleForbes Earnings Preview: Wyndham Worldwide
Wall Street is expecting higher profit for Wyndham Worldwide (WYN) when the company reports its fourth quarter results on Wednesday, February 6, 2013. The consensus estimate is calling for profit of 60...
View ArticleForbes Earnings Preview: Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide
Starwood Hotels (HOT) reports its fourth quarter earnings on Thursday, February 7, 2013. Analysts look for revenue to decrease 2.7% year-over-year to $1.49 billion for the quarter, after being $1.53...
View ArticleThe Fabulous Life Of Prince Alwaleed Bin Talal Alsaud
Image is everything to billionaire Prince Alwaleed, but all is not as it seems. A look inside the Prince's life, from the real (photo ops with world leaders), to the fake (those magazine covers).
View ArticleHey CNBC, This Is How Forbes Got To $20B For Prince Alwaleed
These are FORBES' answers to the questions Maria Bartiromo and Bill Griffeth asked the Kingdom Holding CFO on Thursday.
View ArticleA Boss Who Keeps Moving The C-Suite Around the World
Starwood CEO Frits van Paasschen. For the second time in three years, Frits van Paasschen, president and CEO of Starwood Hotels & Resorts, has decided to pick up and move his C-suite and more than...
View ArticleStarwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide Moves Up In Analyst Rankings, Passing Airgas
In a study of analyst recommendations at the major brokerages, for the underlying components of the S&P 500, Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide Inc (NYSE: HOT) has taken over the #156 spot...
View ArticleCommit To Purchase Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide At $52.50, Earn 8.8%
Investors eyeing a purchase of Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide Inc (NYSE: HOT) shares, but tentative about paying the going market price of $68.97/share, might benefit from considering selling...
View ArticleRunning Local: Why Facebook Marketer Brand Networks Just Snagged A $68...
Brand Networks CEO Jamie Tedford (Image credit: Brand Networks) As brands focus much of their marketing resources on social media, big money is getting thrown around. The latest is today’s announcement...
View ArticleWhy Do Super-Elite Customers Get All The Attention?
By Brent Cohler, Director, Mobile Product Marketing, SAP On May 1, 1981, American Airlines revolutionized the travel industry, launching the AAdvantage frequent flier program, the original, modern-day...
View ArticleEarnings for Marriott International (MAR) Projected to Rise
Optimism surrounds Marriott International, as it gets ready to report its second quarter results on Wednesday, July 31, 2013. Analysts are expecting the company to book a profit of 57 cents a share, up...
View ArticleThe Expedia Myth
Going on vacation? Hop onto Expedia and get the best price. Right? Not necessarily. Nothing against Expedia – other online travel agencies (OTAs) are just as unlikely to beat hotels' direct rates. Want...
View ArticleStarwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide Becomes #240 Most Shorted S&P 500...
The most recent short interest data has been released by the NASDAQ for the 08/15/2013 settlement date, and we here at Dividend Channel like to sift through this fresh data and order the underlying...
View ArticleNeed Solar In A Hurry? NRG Energy Launches Preconfigured Canopy
Even as solar panel pricing has eased and new financing models have fallen into place, the logistics of finding an appropriate rooftop, designing a system, and installing it have remained relatively...
View ArticleHow Successful Leaders Attain Superhuman Energy Before Most People Wake Up
Some of the worlds most successful leaders start their day with exercise. Learn why.
View ArticleEx-Dividend Reminder: HTSI, VIAB and HOT
Looking at the universe of stocks we cover at Dividend Channel, on 12/11/13, Harris Teeter Supermarkets, Inc. (NYSE: HTSI), Viacom Inc (NASD: VIAB), and Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide Inc...
View ArticleFive Powerful Quotes From Five Powerful People
Want to get to the top of the business world? Start by listening to those who are already there.
View ArticleStarwood, Bank Of America To Bring 2014's Biggest Dividend Increases
With momentum stocks losing steam, investors would be wise to turn their attention to dividend-paying stocks like Starwood and Bank of America, which are hiking their buybacks by 200% or more, as well...
View ArticleCorporate America’s Biggest Dividends
Apple and Exxon Mobil have volleyed for the title of the biggest dividend payer this year. Exxon took the edge in July when Apple announced a record $16 billion share buyback, reducing share count.
View Article
