In its February CMBS Trend Watch, Kroll Bond Rating Agency (KBRA) notes that 2017 continued its sluggish start with $3.8 billion of CMBS securities priced in February. Year-to-date volume is down 48.5% from a year earlier and is the lowest it has been since 2012. However, KBRA notes that based on … [Read more...] about 2.28.17: Kroll Releases February CMBS Trend Watch
9.7.16: Wellness Travel Is Latest Trend in Hospitality
Hoteliers often hear their guests say, “I really have a hard time staying in shape and eating properly when I travel.” Well, research points out many travelers feel this way. According to Joel Eisemann, chief development officer in the United States for Intercontinental Hotels Group (IHG), “Our … [Read more...] about 9.7.16: Wellness Travel Is Latest Trend in Hospitality
8.31.16: Kroll Releases August CMBS Trend Watch
Kroll Bond Rating Agency (KBRA) released this month’s CMBS Trend Watch. In the August edition, we note that $4.2 billion of private-label issuance priced, bringing the year-to-date total to $37.3 billion, down 45% year over year. We expect September to be a busy month in terms of deal issuance, as … [Read more...] about 8.31.16: Kroll Releases August CMBS Trend Watch