InterContinental Hotels Group PLC (LON:IHG)
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156.60
+3.25 (2.12%)
Jul 24, 2026, 4:36 PM GMT

InterContinental Hotels Group Earnings Call Transcripts

Fiscal Year 2026

  • Q1 saw strong global RevPAR and system growth, with robust demand across all regions and brands. The pipeline expanded, AI and loyalty initiatives advanced, and guidance for full-year growth remains confident despite Middle East disruptions.

Fiscal Year 2025

  • RevPAR and system growth accelerated in 2025, with record signings, strong cost control, and robust fee margin expansion. Early 2026 trading is positive across all regions, supported by new brand launches and a $950M share buyback. Branded residences and ancillary revenues are set for substantial growth from 2027.

  • 2025 saw strong financial and operational results, with revenue and EBIT up, record hotel openings, and robust system growth. Margin expansion, technology investments, and loyalty program growth supported a 16% EPS increase and over $1.1 billion returned to shareholders.

  • Global RevPAR rose 1.4% year-to-date, with strong EMEA-A and improving Greater China offsetting U.S. softness. System growth and signings hit record levels, and a new collection brand will launch in EMEA-A. Management remains confident in meeting 2025 profit and EPS growth targets.

  • Global demand is steady, with luxury segments outperforming and China showing signs of bottoming out. Net system growth and record signings support a positive outlook, while margin expansion and loyalty-driven ancillary revenue are ahead of targets.

  • RevPAR grew 1.8% in H1 2025, with net system growth of 5.4% and record hotel openings. Fee margin expanded 390 bps, EBIT rose 13%, and adjusted EPS increased 19%. Management remains confident in full-year guidance and strong pipeline momentum.

  • Strong H1 2025 results with 6% revenue and 13% EBIT growth, 19% adjusted EPS increase, and record hotel openings. Fee margin expanded 390 bps, over $1.1B returned to shareholders, and technology upgrades advanced. Guidance and growth targets reaffirmed.

  • RevPAR growth remains positive globally, with strong U.S. and European performance and resilient travel demand despite macro turbulence. Investments in AI-driven revenue management, loyalty programs, and brand innovation drive outperformance, while China faces rate pressure but maintains robust development and outbound travel.

  • Global RevPAR grew 3.3% year-over-year, with strong development activity and robust pipeline growth. Profit and EPS are expected to rise double digits in 2025, supported by ancillary fee streams and disciplined cost control. Guidance remains on track despite macro volatility and FX headwinds.

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Fiscal Year 2020