Record Share Buyback and Dividend Growth
IHG launched a new $900 million share buyback program for 2025, with expectations to return over $1.1 billion to shareholders. The final dividend increased by 10% to $1.144, maintaining consistent growth over the past three years.
Strong Financial Performance and Growth
RevPAR grew by 3% for the year, driven by rate and occupancy gains. Gross system growth was 6.2%, and net system growth was 4.3%. Operating profit from reportable segments increased by 10%, and adjusted EPS grew by 15%.
Strategic Acquisition Expands Portfolio
IHG announced the acquisition of the Ruby Urban Lifestyle brand for $116 million, extending its portfolio into the premium urban lifestyle segment.
Expansion into Priority Growth Geographies
Record hotel signings and openings in Greater China, expansion in Germany through the NOVUM agreement, and the introduction of new brands in Japan.
Strong Brand Development and System Growth
IHG signed 106,000 rooms across 714 hotels, a 34% increase over 2023. The pipeline now includes over 2,200 hotels with nearly 60% growth of Greater China's current system size.