Wall Street Breakfast Podcast: DHS Calls Out Hilton Over ICE
Seeking Alpha·2026-01-06 11:45

Group 1: Hilton Hotels (HLT) - The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) criticized Hilton Hotels for allegedly canceling reservations for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers at a Minneapolis hotel, claiming it was a coordinated campaign to refuse service to DHS law enforcement [3][4] - Following the incident, shares of Hilton (HLT) fell nearly 2.5% [4] - A spokesperson for Hilton stated that the hotel involved is independently owned and operated, and the actions taken were not reflective of Hilton's values, emphasizing that the company does not tolerate discrimination [5] Group 2: Hawaiian Electric Industries (HE) - Hawaiian Electric reached a $47.75 million settlement with shareholders who accused the company of misleading them about wildfire prevention and safety protocols prior to the 2023 Maui wildfires [6][7] - Shareholders alleged that Hawaiian Electric falsely claimed it was taking appropriate actions to mitigate wildfire risks associated with its utility poles; the company denied wrongdoing but agreed to the settlement [7] - The settlement is pending approval from a U.S. District Court in San Francisco [8] Group 3: Clarivate (CLVT) - Clarivate released its 2026 Drugs to Watch report, highlighting 11 therapies expected to provide significant clinical benefits and strong commercial potential [8] - The report focuses on therapies that may transform treatment for various diseases, including metabolic, cancer, immune, rare, and neurological conditions, with potential major impacts within five years [9]