Marriott's Robust Results Add To Bullishness On Lodging | wsj.com

Marriott International Inc.'s (MAR) second-quarter earnings more than tripled, fueling optimism that the lodging industry is finally turning the corner from a brutal downturn. An industry bellwether, Marriott's results also bode well for Starwood Hotels & Resorts (HOT) and Host Hotels & Resorts (HST) quarterly earnings expected next week. Wall Street had anticipated a strong second quarter for hoteliers as they continue to benefit from...