Hilton has signed an exclusive franchise deal with YOTEL to expand its lifestyle hotel portfolio. YOTEL becomes the first brand under the "Select by Hilton" banner. While YOTEL remains independently managed, it will now gain access to Hilton’s global distribution and the Hilton Honors loyalty programme. This partnership allows both brands to grow efficiently while offering guests smart, tech-led urban accommodation in key cities worldwide.
Logistea AB has agreed to acquire a six-asset logistics portfolio from DSV for SEK 587 million. The sale-leaseback deal includes 41,500 square metres of cross-docking space across Sweden, including sites in Karlstad and Gävle. All properties are fully leased to DSV Road AB on ten-year triple net terms. The transaction is expected to close on March 30th 2026, pending regulatory approval for the Växjö asset.
Marriott International has signed a landmark agreement with KS Hotels to introduce The Luxury Collection to Cambodia and Laos. The deal involves rebranding two storied properties, La Résidence Angkor and La Résidence Phou Vao, marking Marriott’s first hotel in Laos. Both heritage sites will undergo thoughtful upgrades before reopening in 2026 and 2027 to offer elevated luxury in these major UNESCO World Heritage destinations.
Savills has signed a $1.1 billion agreement to acquire global investment bank Eastdil Secured. This move creates a worldwide capital markets powerhouse, ranking the group second globally for commercial transactions over $100 million. Eastdil will operate as the dedicated investment banking arm of Savills, maintaining its headquarters in New York, London and Santa Monica while providing a platform for significant growth across the United States and Asia.
Marq Logistics has secured a 220,000 square meter lease at its new Guarulhos development in Brazil. This agreement stands as the largest logistics lease ever recorded in the country according to data from JLL. The facility is part of the GLP Guarulhos III project and will be customised to meet the specific operational needs of a global customer. Completion of the site is expected in late 2026.
European Residential REIT (ERES) has agreed to a $441 million all-cash takeover by CAPREIT. Unitholders will receive $1.19 per unit, representing a 32 per cent premium when combined with previous distributions. The deal concludes a multi-year strategic review focused on maximizing investor value. ERES is expected to be delisted from the Toronto Stock Exchange following the transaction's closure, which is anticipated in the second quarter of 2026.