Holding Hilton, Selling La Quinta Amid Lodging Challenges

Hilton Worldwide (HLT) and La Quinta Holdings (LQ) reported 3Q earnings in line with current expectations.  HLT expectations had come in slightly as concerns about the health of the lodging industry grew over the summer and early fall.  HLT’s results were fairly good against the lowered expectations and the company’s growth profile appears to be […]

Mixed Report from La Quinta Does Not Change Bullish Story

La Quinta (LQ) reported solid operating results for the second quarter despite some headwinds and investor worries.  Revenue and EBITDA matched Wall Street estimates despite three unexpected issues.  First, the massive rainfall and flooding in Texas impacted occupancy in the state, which contains 25% of LQ’s hotels.  One LQ hotel in San Marcos was flooded […]

La Quinta Driving Towards Capital Returns

La Quinta Holdings (LQ) reported strong results for 1Q15, beating street expectations on revenue and adjusted EBITDA. LQ raised the low end of their adjusted EBITDA guidance, reflecting management’s confidence that results for the rest of the year will continue to be strong. Shares of LQ responded positively and reached a new 52-week high the […]

La Quinta Holdings: Bigger In Texas, But Bigger Than Just Texas

La Quinta Holdings Inc. (LQ) is a new buy for Northlake clients. The company owns, operates, and franchises midscale and upper-midscale select-service hotels located in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. LQ currently trades at an attractive valuation in comparison to its peers, and has several potential catalysts that should help drive the stock to a […]