Hilton Pulls 2020 Outlook Due To Coronavirus Outbreak

By Dave Simpson
Hilton Pulls 2020 Outlook Due To Coronavirus Outbreak

US hotel operator Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc has said that it is withdrawing its 2020 financial outlook, citing a demand slump as a result of the coronavirus outbreak.

CEO Statement

"[Due to an] increase in travel restrictions and cancellations around the world, we believe that the potential negative impact will be greater than our previous estimate," CEO Christopher Nassetta said in a statement.

Earlier this month, smaller rival Hyatt Hotels Corp also withdrew its 2020 earnings outlook.

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