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Logistic Properties of the Americas(LPA) - 2025 Q3 - Earnings Call Presentation
2025-11-13 14:00
Logistic Properties of the Americas Third Quarter 2025 Supplemental Information LPA Parque Logístico Calle 80 – Bogota, Colombia LPA Parque Logístico San José Verbena –San Jose, Costa Rica LPA Parque Logístico Calle 80 – Bogota, Colombia Disclaimer This presentation (the "Presentation") is provided for informational purposes only and has been prepared to provide interested parties with certain information about Logistic Properties of the Americas and its subsidiaries (collectively, "LPA") and for no other p ...
Host Hotels & Resorts(HST) - 2025 Q3 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-11-06 15:02
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - In Q3 2025, adjusted EBITDAre was $319 million, a decrease of 3.3% year-over-year, while adjusted FFO per share was $0.35, down 2.8% compared to Q3 2024 [4][5] - Year-to-date, adjusted EBITDAre and adjusted FFO per share increased by 2.2% and 60 basis points, respectively, compared to 2024 [4] - Comparable hotel total RevPAR improved by 80 basis points compared to Q3 2024, driven by better-than-expected transient demand and higher rates [5][6] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Comparable hotel EBITDA margin declined by 50 basis points year-over-year to 23.9%, primarily due to increased wages and benefits [5][24] - Transient revenue grew by 2%, with double-digit growth at resort properties, particularly in Maui, San Francisco, New York, and Miami [6][21] - Group room revenue decreased approximately 5% year-over-year, attributed to renovation disruptions and the Jewish holiday calendar shift [7][22] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Maui experienced a 20% RevPAR growth, driven by increased occupancy and strong out-of-room spending [6][7] - Total group revenue pace in Maui is up 13% for 2026, indicating continued recovery momentum [7] - San Francisco's total group revenue pace for 2026 is up over 20%, with group rate pacing up 10% [56] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focusing on capital allocation decisions that enhance long-term shareholder value, including transformational renovations and strategic asset sales [10][11] - A second agreement with Marriott for transformational renovations at four properties is expected to enhance long-term performance [11] - The company aims to leverage its investment-grade balance sheet and diversified portfolio to outperform in the current environment [16][27] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the continued recovery of leisure travel and the affluent consumer's prioritization of premium experiences [58] - The company raised its full-year 2025 guidance for comparable hotel RevPAR and total RevPAR to approximately 3% and 3.4%, respectively, reflecting strong performance [15][24] - Management noted that the bifurcation of the consumer market is likely to benefit upper-upscale and luxury hotels [16] Other Important Information - The company collected $5 million in business interruption proceeds for Hurricanes Helene and Milton, totaling $24 million for the year [9] - Capital expenditure guidance for 2025 is set at $605-$640 million, including significant investments for redevelopment and repositioning projects [13][26] - The company has a strong liquidity position with $2.2 billion available, facilitating strategic capital allocation decisions [27] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can we expect more asset trading in the market based on current performance? - Management indicated they will be opportunistic with capital allocation regarding dispositions and acquisitions, highlighting successful asset sales this year [33][34] Question: How are you selecting hotels and markets for investment? - The company screens assets to determine capital allocation, focusing on transformational renovations that reposition properties for better performance [42][44] Question: What are the expectations for group booking pace in 2026? - Group revenue pace for 2026 is up 5%, with strong performance expected in key markets like San Francisco and Maui [49][56] Question: How is the company managing wage and benefits increases? - Wage rate growth is expected to be lower in 2026, with New York being the only major market with upcoming labor contract negotiations [82] Question: What are the tailwinds for growth potential in 2026? - The absence of major storms on the Gulf Coast and strong performance from properties like The Don CeSar are expected to contribute positively to growth [88][90]
Healthpeak Properties Stock: Is Wall Street Bullish or Bearish?
Yahoo Finance· 2025-11-05 18:15
Core Insights - Healthpeak Properties, Inc. (DOC) has a market capitalization of $12.2 billion and focuses on high-quality healthcare real estate across the U.S. with a diversified portfolio of 703 assets as of September 30, 2025 [1] Performance Overview - Over the past 52 weeks, DOC shares have declined by 21.6%, underperforming the S&P 500 Index, which increased by 17.7% during the same period [2] - Year-to-date, DOC shares are down nearly 13%, while the S&P 500 has risen by 15.7% [2] - Compared to the Real Estate Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLRE), which decreased by 6.9% over the past 52 weeks, DOC's underperformance is more pronounced [3] Financial Results - Following the Q3 2025 results released on October 23, DOC shares rose by 1.2% as the company reported an AFFO of $0.46 per share and revenue of $705.9 million, both exceeding expectations [4] - The company experienced a 0.9% year-over-year growth in total merger-combined same-store cash NOI, with outpatient medical and CCRC segments growing by 2.0% and 9.4%, respectively [4] - Healthpeak reaffirmed its 2025 FFO guidance of $1.81 to $1.87 per share [4] Analyst Ratings and Price Targets - For the fiscal year ending December 2025, analysts project a 1.1% year-over-year increase in AFFO per share to $1.83 [5] - Healthpeak has a positive earnings surprise history, having met or exceeded consensus estimates in the last four quarters [5] - Among 20 analysts covering the stock, the consensus rating is a "Moderate Buy," with nine "Strong Buy" ratings, three "Moderate Buys," and eight "Holds" [5] - RBC Capital's Michael Carroll reaffirmed a "Buy" rating on Healthpeak with a price target of $21, while the mean price target of $20.72 indicates a 16.9% premium to current price levels [6] - The highest price target of $29 suggests a potential upside of 63.6% [6]
Ryman Hospitality Properties, Inc. Reports Third Quarter 2025 Results
Globenewswire· 2025-11-03 21:15
Core Insights - Ryman Hospitality Properties reported third quarter results that met expectations despite some impact from U.S. tariff announcements and a pause in meeting planner decision-making [3][6] - The company anticipates a comparable same-store group rooms revenue for the fourth quarter and an 8% increase for 2026 compared to 2025 [3] - Major capital projects, particularly at Gaylord Rockies, are yielding returns above expectations, and there is enthusiasm among meeting planners regarding ongoing investments [3] Financial Performance - Total revenue for Q3 2025 was $592.5 million, a 7.7% increase from $550.0 million in Q3 2024 [4] - Operating income decreased by 16.3% to $88.6 million, with a margin of 15.0% compared to 19.3% in the previous year [4] - Net income fell by 43.8% to $34.0 million, with a net income margin of 5.7% [4] - Adjusted EBITDAre for Q3 2025 was $173.1 million, a slight decrease of 1.0% from $174.8 million in Q3 2024 [4] Hospitality Segment Highlights - Hospitality revenue for Q3 2025 was $500.9 million, up 7.2% from $467.0 million in Q3 2024 [10] - Same-store hospitality revenue showed a slight decline of 0.5% year-over-year [10] - Operating income for the hospitality segment decreased by 15.3% to $87.1 million, with a margin of 17.4% [10] Entertainment Segment Highlights - Entertainment segment revenue increased by 10.5% to $91.6 million in Q3 2025 [30] - Operating income for the entertainment segment decreased by 9.4% to $11.8 million, with a margin of 12.9% [30] - The company is focused on expanding the Grand Ole Opry brand, including an international performance at the Royal Albert Hall [31] Capital Expenditures - The company expects to spend approximately $375 to $425 million on capital expenditures in 2025, with $252 million already spent through September 30, 2025 [33] - Major ongoing projects include renovations at the JW Marriott Desert Ridge and the development of a second Category 10 location in Las Vegas [33] Guidance and Outlook - The company has narrowed its full-year 2025 outlook, resulting in slightly lower midpoints for operating income, Adjusted EBITDAre, and Adjusted FFO available to common stockholders [6][36] - Construction-related disruptions are expected to impact RevPAR and operating income for the remainder of 2025 [34]
Lineage, Inc.(LINE) - 2025 Q2 - Earnings Call Presentation
2025-08-06 12:00
Financial Performance - Total revenue increased by 09% to $1350 million[3] - Adjusted EBITDA decreased by 24% to $326 million[3] - Adjusted EBITDA margin decreased by 90 bps to 241%[3] - AFFO increased 551% to $211 million[3] - AFFO per share increased 80% to $081[3] - GAAP net loss of $(7) million, or $(003) per diluted common share[3] Guidance - Full-year 2025 adjusted EBITDA is now expected to be $129 to $134 billion, revised down from the prior guidance of $135 to $140 billion[5] - Adjusted FFO per share for full-year 2025 is expected to be $320 to $340, revised down from the prior guidance of $340 to $360[5] - Third-quarter 2025 adjusted EBITDA is expected to be $326 to $336 million[5] - Third-quarter 2025 AFFO per share is expected to be $075 to $079[5]
Sotherly Hotels(SOHO) - 2025 Q1 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-05-13 15:00
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - In Q1 2025, RevPAR increased by 6.4%, driven by a 6.4% increase in occupancy, while ADR remained flat compared to the prior year [3] - Excluding the impact of Hurricane Helene in Tampa, RevPAR increased by 7.3% year over year, supported by a 7.5% increase in occupancy [3] - Total revenue for Q1 2025 was approximately $48.3 million, representing a 3.8% increase over the same quarter last year [15] - Hotel EBITDA for the quarter was approximately $12.9 million, reflecting a 4.5% increase year over year [15] - Adjusted FFO was approximately $4.5 million, a decrease of about $700,000 from the same quarter last year [15] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The Doubletree Resort in Hollywood, Florida, saw RevPAR increase by 11.9%, driven by an 11.8% increase in occupancy [7] - Hotel Ballast in Wilmington achieved RevPAR growth of 6.5%, supported by a 3.5% increase in occupancy and a 2.9% increase in rate [8] - The Whitehall in Houston reported a 19.4% increase in RevPAR, driven by a 20.5% gain in occupancy [9] - The Doubletree Philadelphia Airport experienced a 34.3% increase in RevPAR, with a 38.7% increase in occupancy [10] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Urban markets showed pronounced gains in occupancy, indicating a stabilization of lodging fundamentals post-pandemic [4] - Group business and special events contributed significantly to performance in urban markets, with notable events like the presidential inauguration and NFL playoffs [4] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is advancing plans for two upcoming PIP renovations, including a $11.5 million renovation in Philadelphia and a $14.6 million project in Jacksonville [12][13] - The company is taking a disciplined approach to managing its capital structure, with a focus on refinancing and addressing upcoming debt maturities [13] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about the overall outlook for the industry, despite macroeconomic uncertainties impacting near-term visibility [21] - The company noted a solid group booking pace and a lack of widespread cancellations, although there was a pause in group lead conversions in late March [22] - The company expects full-year 2025 RevPAR to range between 103-105% of 2024 levels, indicating confidence in continued occupancy growth [25] Other Important Information - The company had total cash of approximately $32.8 million as of March 31, 2025, with $11.5 million in unrestricted cash [16][17] - The principal balance of outstanding debt was approximately $317.6 million at a weighted average interest rate of 5.88% [18] Q&A Session Summary Question: Reverse split timing - Management indicated that the reverse split is likely to occur close to the August 11 deadline, with preparations ongoing [27][28] Question: Business interruption insurance for Hotel Alba - Management clarified that while room revenue has decreased due to fewer guests, profitability is largely maintained through insurance proceeds, estimating a 95% recovery of expected performance [31][32] Question: Refinancing of loans for Hollywood and Atlanta - Management discussed the likelihood of extensions and modifications for upcoming loan maturities, reflecting broader trends in the CMBS market [36][39] Question: Cash management regarding CapEx and refinancing - Management noted that they are evaluating cash needs against refinancing activities and have significant equity in other assets that could be leveraged [41][43] Question: Accrued balance on preferred dividends - Management confirmed that the accrued balance on preferred dividends is approximately $21.9 million, with current payments being made [44][45]
Sabra(SBRA) - 2025 Q1 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-05-06 17:00
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - For Q1 2025, normalized FFO per share was $0.35 and normalized AFFO per share was $0.37, compared to $0.34 and $0.35 in Q1 2024, representing a year-over-year increase of 79% for both metrics [14][15] - Cash rental income from the triple net portfolio totaled $90 million, up from $89 million in Q1 2024, despite the disposal of $115 million of real estate from the portfolio last year [15] - Cash NOI from the managed senior housing portfolio totaled $24.1 million, compared to $19.1 million in Q1 2024, driven by strong occupancy and margin gains [15][12] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Skilled nursing and triple net senior housing EBITDARM rent coverage reached new highs at 2.19 and 1.41, respectively, with behavioral health coverage at 3.77 [5] - Skilled occupancy increased by 80 basis points sequentially, while triple net senior housing occupancy rose by 50 basis points [6] - Revenue for the same store managed senior housing portfolio grew 6.3% year-over-year, with occupancy at 85.4% compared to 82.6% in Q1 2024 [11] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The domestic portfolio occupancy was 83%, gaining 340 basis points year-over-year, while the Canadian portfolio occupancy was 90.9%, adding 140 basis points [11] - RevPAR in the same store portfolio increased by 2.8% year-over-year, with Canadian RevPAR growing by 4.9% [11] - The company noted a robust deal pipeline, with over $200 million in awarded deals, which is more than the total for all of 2024 [7][8] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focusing on internal and external growth opportunities in senior housing, with little new supply expected in the coming years [10] - Management emphasized a commitment to maintaining a balanced portfolio between senior housing and skilled nursing, avoiding large portfolio acquisitions to keep operations predictable [78] - The company is actively using its ATM program to raise equity for funding growth, with a focus on accretive capital [16][18] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about continued occupancy growth and potential Medicaid rate increases in the summer, which could enhance coverage [86] - The company is cautious about the skilled nursing facility (SNF) market due to challenges in structuring leases around underperforming assets [66][68] - Management believes that the current operating environment will allow for improved coverage and revenue growth, despite potential headwinds from provider taxes [85] Other Important Information - The Board of Directors declared a quarterly dividend of $0.30 per share, representing a payout of 81% of the first quarter normalized AFFO per share [19] - The company has ample liquidity of over $1 billion, consisting of unrestricted cash and available borrowings [18] Q&A Session Summary Question: Update on skilled nursing facility sale - Management confirmed that the expected $50 million skilled nursing facility sale is still on track, though regulatory hurdles have delayed the process [21] Question: Trajectory of RevPOR and expense growth - Management expects occupancy to rise, which will allow for increased pricing power, while expenses are anticipated to remain stable [22][23] Question: Guidance on acquisitions and SHOP performance - Management reiterated that acquisitions are not included in current guidance until closed, and reaffirmed expectations for low to mid-teens cash NOI growth [27][28] Question: Insights on transaction market and deal flow - Management noted a robust pipeline of deals, primarily in senior housing, with private equity firms as frequent sellers [31][33] Question: Details on $200 million of awarded deals - All awarded deals are domestic, primarily in the Eastern U.S., with growth potential embedded in the assets [40][41] Question: Changes in underwriting criteria - Management stated that underwriting criteria remain unchanged, focusing on cost of capital and accretive deals [60] Question: Concerns regarding SNF acquisitions - Management highlighted challenges in acquiring SNFs due to financial instability and the difficulty in structuring leases [66][68] Question: Expectations for SHOP occupancy cadence - Management anticipates an increase in occupancy as seasonal factors improve, particularly in Canadian assets [70] Question: Interest in large portfolio acquisitions - Management confirmed a commitment to smaller, more manageable deals to maintain operational simplicity and predictability [78] Question: Medicare reimbursement impacts - Management expressed confidence that Medicare will not be significantly impacted by current government budget discussions [97]
RLJ Lodging Trust(RLJ) - 2025 Q1 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-05-05 16:02
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company achieved RevPAR growth of 1.6% in the first quarter, driven by a 2.1% increase in ADR, slightly offset by a 0.5% decline in occupancy [5][18][19] - First quarter occupancy was 69.1%, average daily rate was $204.31, and RevPAR was $141.23 [18] - Total revenue growth was 1.2%, benefiting from a 3.8% increase in out-of-room spend [19][21] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Group segment was the best performing, with revenue growth of 10% driven by strong citywide events [10][19] - Urban hotels achieved robust RevPAR growth of 3.6%, with weekday urban RevPAR growing by 4.9% [8][9] - The six initial conversions achieved RevPAR growth of 14%, while three recent conversions in Houston, New Orleans, and Pittsburgh achieved 35% RevPAR growth [11][12] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - March RevPAR was down 1.3%, reflecting a lack of compression due to an elongated spring break and macroeconomic uncertainty [8][19] - Northern California showed recovery momentum, supported by a stronger citywide calendar and improving business climate [9][52] - International demand remains soft, representing less than 3% of revenues, primarily in markets like New York and South Florida [14] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on capital recycling and strengthening its balance sheet, with a proactive approach to refinancing debt maturities [11][22] - The urban-centric portfolio is geographically diverse and benefits from demand generators, positioning the company to navigate economic uncertainty [17] - The company plans to continue investing in projects to unlock embedded value while returning capital to shareholders through share repurchases and dividends [23][24] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management acknowledged that fundamentals have moderated and uncertainty persists due to elevated macroeconomic risks [12][15] - The company adjusted its full-year guidance to reflect current trends, expecting RevPAR growth to range between negative 1% and up 1% [25] - Management remains constructive on the long-term outlook for lodging fundamentals, supported by consumer preferences favoring experiences over goods [15][16] Other Important Information - The company ended the first quarter with over $800 million of liquidity and $2.2 billion of debt [23] - The company has a new $250 million share repurchase program approved by the Board to take advantage of future market volatility [23] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you provide insights on April's performance and how it compares to expectations? - Management indicated that April was expected to be slightly positive but projected to decline between 1% to 2% [30][41] Question: What is the current state of the balance sheet and capital availability? - Management noted that the bank group market remains strong, with capacity for top-quality sponsors, and high yield markets have seen some recovery [32][34] Question: What are the trends in the group segment and future bookings? - The group segment is performing well, with a healthy booking pace for the year, although cancellations were noted primarily in government-related travel [75][76] Question: How is the company addressing the uncertainty in the transaction market? - Management stated that the transaction market is currently cautious, with a focus on opportunistic sales rather than a programmatic approach [90]
Park Hotels & Resorts(PK) - 2025 Q1 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-05-05 14:00
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported Q1 RevPAR of $178, reflecting a modest 70 basis point decline year-over-year, primarily due to difficult comparisons following last year's nearly 8% growth [18] - Total hotel revenues for the quarter were $608 million, with hotel adjusted EBITDA at $151 million, resulting in a nearly 25% hotel adjusted EBITDA margin [18] - Adjusted EBITDA for the quarter was $144 million, and adjusted FFO per share was $0.46 [19] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The Bonnet Creek complex in Orlando saw a 32% RevPAR increase, driven by a surge in transient revenues of nearly 65% [10] - Casa Marina in Key West delivered a 12% RevPAR increase, with occupancy up 680 basis points [11] - RevPAR across the two Hawaii properties declined by 15%, with Hilton Hawaiian Village significantly impacted by a labor strike [12] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Miami, New Orleans, Puerto Rico, Washington DC, and San Francisco reported above industry average RevPAR gains [5] - Preliminary April results showed mixed performance, with RevPAR growth of 1.6%, driven by strong gains in New York, Orlando, and San Francisco [15] - International demand represents just 10% of total room nights, with government-related business accounting for only 3% [16] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company plans to invest $310 million to $330 million in capital improvements in 2025, focusing on unlocking embedded value in its portfolio [8] - A transformative renovation of the Royal Palm South Beach, Miami, is set to begin soon, with expected returns exceeding 15% to 20% [6] - The company aims to sell $300 million to $400 million of non-core hotels this year, with several assets in various stages of marketing [9] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed cautious optimism regarding the ongoing geopolitical uncertainties and their impact on decision-making in the market [26] - The outlook for Hawaii remains favorable, supported by limited new supply expected through at least 2029 [14] - Despite macro uncertainties, the company remains focused on factors within its control and is working closely with operators to manage operating expenses [16] Other Important Information - The company repurchased approximately 3.5 million shares for a total of $45 million during the quarter [9] - A $70 million impairment was recognized in the quarter, related to an asset whose true value was reassessed [75] Q&A Session Summary Question: Comments on planned asset sales and current market environment - Management acknowledged tremendous uncertainty in the market due to geopolitical issues and trade wars, but expressed confidence in their ability to transact even under challenging conditions [26][27] Question: Update on Hawaii's performance and ramp-up post-strike - Management noted that the ramp-up is taking longer than expected, with sequential improvement anticipated, and expressed confidence in Hawaii's long-term growth potential [30][31] Question: Changes in core hotels and capital allocation - The company has focused on trimming its portfolio to core assets that account for 85-90% of its value, with plans to recycle capital from non-core asset sales [35][36] Question: Group pace and market performance expectations - Management indicated that group pace is slightly down for Q2 and Q3 but remains strong for Q4, with confidence in the overall bookings for the year [60][61] Question: Performance of Hilton Hawaiian Village and EBITDA expectations - Management stated that while it is challenging to predict if EBITDA will exceed last year's performance, they remain bullish on Hawaii's long-term outlook [73][74]
Summit Hotel Properties(INN) - 2025 Q1 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-05-01 14:02
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - RevPAR in the same store portfolio increased by 1.5% year over year, driven by a mix of rate and occupancy growth [4] - EBITDA margin contracted by less than 50 basis points compared to the first quarter of the previous year, with pro forma operating expenses increasing by only 1.5% year over year [4][20] - Adjusted EBITDA for the first quarter was $45 million, a modest decline compared to the prior year, primarily due to net effective asset sales completed in 2024 [22] - Adjusted FFO was $27.4 million or $0.22 per share, benefiting from lower interest expenses due to deleveraging efforts [23] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Urban portfolio RevPAR increased nearly 3%, outperforming the total industry by approximately 80 basis points [17] - Suburban and small town metro portfolios generated average RevPAR growth of 1.2%, driven by hotels in specific regions [19] - The resort location type accounts for only 11% of total guest rooms, with significant capital investment expected to enhance performance [19] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - January RevPAR declined by 1.5% due to weather-related disruptions, but February saw a robust increase of 8.1% year over year [5] - March RevPAR declined by 1.6% in the same store portfolio, with a 10% decline in the qualified segment, primarily due to weakness in government-related travel [5][10] - April RevPAR is expected to decline by 45% compared to last year, influenced by difficult calendar comparisons [8][12] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on managing expenses effectively in a lower revenue growth environment, with EBITDA margins contracting only 15 basis points on 1.6% RevPAR growth over the past five quarters [11] - A $50 million share repurchase program has been approved to return capital to shareholders and drive value creation [15][26] - The company continues to prioritize a balance between returning capital to shareholders, investing in the portfolio, reducing corporate leverage, and maintaining liquidity for future growth [26] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the long-term prospects for the portfolio despite near-term macroeconomic uncertainties [11][15] - The company expects a modest pullback in demand, particularly in government and international travel, but anticipates some recovery as the year progresses [10][32] - The outlook for the second quarter indicates a RevPAR decline of 24% compared to the previous year, with expectations for flat RevPAR growth for the full year [12][14] Other Important Information - The company has closed on a $275 million delayed draw term loan to refinance maturing convertible notes, preserving cash flow [24][25] - Total liquidity stands at over $300 million, with an average interest rate of approximately 4.6% [25] Q&A Session Summary Question: How have trends evolved within government and international travel? - Management noted that the most acute impact was felt in March, but there is optimism for recovery as the year progresses [31][32] Question: How have trends for business transient customers evolved? - Business transient travel has held up reasonably well, with no significant downward trend observed [34] Question: Is leisure travel being impacted the most? - Leisure travel is expected to be resilient, with potential shifts towards more domestic travel [40][41] Question: What proactive measures are being taken regarding margins? - Management has focused on managing contract labor and employee turnover, without implementing deeper cuts seen in previous downturns [55][56] Question: Thoughts on the buyback announcement and capital allocation? - The buyback program is seen as a compelling opportunity due to significant dislocation in stock prices, with funding expected from reduced CapEx and potential asset sales [59][61] Question: Latest thoughts on joint venture partner's capital deployment? - The joint venture partner is well-capitalized and prepared to take advantage of dislocation opportunities, though transaction activity is expected to slow [64]