InterContinental Hotels Group, the parent company of the Holiday Inn, Crowne Plaza, and Hotel Indigo brands, has announced robust financial results for 2025, showcasing resilience in a challenging market. The FTSE 100 firm reported a significant expansion, opening a record 443 hotels over the past year, adding more than 65,000 rooms to its global portfolio.
Financial Performance Highlights
Despite facing what the company described as "some turbulent trading conditions" in 2025, IHG achieved a 5% increase in total revenue, reaching $5.19 billion, equivalent to approximately £3.8 billion. This growth was accompanied by a notable 15% rise in operating profits, which climbed to $1.2 billion, or around £880 million.
Expansion and Strategic Moves
The hotel group's aggressive expansion strategy included the acquisition of the European brand Ruby early in 2025, contributing to its growth. Revenue per available room saw a modest increase of 1.5% overall, with strong performances in Europe and the Middle East helping to counterbalance a 1.6% decline in the greater China region.
Elie Maalouf, Chief Executive Officer of IHG Hotels & Resorts, attributed the success to the dedication of the company's teams. "Thanks to the hard work of our teams we delivered excellent financial performance in 2025 and in the face of some turbulent trading conditions," he stated. Maalouf emphasized progress on strategic initiatives aimed at unlocking IHG's full potential, including brand growth, market expansion, and enhancing returns for hotel owners.
Market Analyst Insights
Adam Vettese, a market analyst at eToro, commented on the results, noting, "InterContinental Hotel Group has delivered another strong set of numbers, underlining the strength of its asset light model even as the post Covid travel boom cools." This observation highlights the company's ability to maintain momentum despite shifting market dynamics.
The positive financial report led to an uptick in IHG's share price during early trading on Tuesday, reflecting investor confidence in the group's performance and future prospects. The company's success underscores a broader recovery in travel demand, which has rebounded to pre-pandemic levels, driving strong summer bookings and overall growth.
