Companies
Marriott International
S&P 500Consumer Discretionary· USA

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Marriott International

$359.56

+1.56%

Open $351.52·Prev $354.04

as of 13 Apr

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Power Core

The moat in one sentence: Marriott's power derives from the self-reinforcing loop between the world's largest hotel loyalty program, its unmatched franchise brand portfolio, and the third-party capital that finances its physical expansion at zero balance sheet cost to Marriott.

Published1 Apr 2026
UniverseS&P 500
SectorConsumer Discretionary

Direction of Movement

Upward Trajectory With Decelerating Rate of Structural Improvement

ROC 200

+28.7%

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Company Profile

Marriott International is a leading global hospitality company that operates, franchises, and licenses approximately 1.8 million rooms across roughly 30 brands worldwide. The company serves diverse market segments through its portfolio, which includes luxury brands such as JW Marriott, The Ritz-Carlton, and W Hotels, as well as premium and select-service properties like Marriott Hotels, Sheraton, and Courtyard. The company also operates midscale, extended-stay, and residential offerings. Marriott's asset-light business model emphasizes management and franchise agreements rather than property ownership, allowing for scalable growth and capital efficiency. The company generates revenue primarily through management fees, franchise fees, and incentive fees from its global network of properties. With significant presence in North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and other regions, Marriott operates through multiple distribution channels including direct bookings, partnerships with travel intermediaries, and its Marriott Bonvoy loyalty program. The company continues to expand its brand portfolio and geographic footprint while focusing on luxury segment growth and emerging market opportunities.

Sector

Consumer Cyclical

Industry

Lodging

Employees

414,000

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