Hilton Grand Vacations Provides Update on Impact from Maui Wildfires
September 05 2023 - 4:20PM
Business Wire
Hilton Grand Vacations Inc. (NYSE:HGV) (“HGV” or “the Company”)
today provided an update on its business in Hawaii following the
recent wildfires on Maui.
The Company has 13 properties in the Hawaiian Islands, including
two properties and sales centers in Maui: Kā’anapali Beach Club in
Kā’anapali, and the recently opened Maui Bay Villas in Kīhei.
Neither Maui property sustained physical damage, and the Company
maintains business interruption insurance at both properties.
“The devastation that we’ve seen from the recent wildfires is
tragic, and our thoughts are with the people of Maui, including our
many team members who live and work on the island,” said Mark Wang,
president and CEO of Hilton Grand Vacations. “Hawaii has always
held a special place in my heart. I spent over 25 years living and
working on the islands, and I’ve witnessed firsthand the resilience
of Hawaii’s people in the face of adversity. As Maui begins the
process of rebuilding, we’re providing support to the local
community, our affected team members, and our club members. We’ve
activated a Team Member Relief Fund and provided immediate housing
assistance to dozens of our team members and their families
directly impacted by the fires, along with first responders
assisting in relief efforts. In total, we’ve provided nearly
$500,000 of relief through direct support to team members and
residents, along with donations to a number of organizations
including the Aloha United Way’s Maui Fire Relief Fund and the
Hawaii Community Foundation’s Maui Strong Fund. We believe in the
spirit of the people of Maui, and we’re committed to providing
support to all those affected as they rebuild in the aftermath of
these tragic events.”
Hawaii Business Update
“We’re continuing to assess the impact of the wildfire on our
business,” said Dan Mathewes, chief financial officer of Hilton
Grand Vacations. “Currently, Kā’anapali Beach Club is not accepting
guest reservations, and non-essential travel to the affected areas
remains limited by regional authorities. As a result, we’re
anticipating a significant decline in contract sales activity at
our Maui properties for the remainder of the year. Outside of the
affected Maui resorts, we have not yet seen an uptick in
cancellation activity at our other Hawaiian properties.
Nevertheless, the situation remains fluid, and we may see some
additional disruptions across our broader Hawaii portfolio as we
relocate and rebook our guests.”
In the trailing 12 months ended June 30, 2023, contract sales in
all of HGV’s Hawaii sales centers represented approximately 16% of
total contract sales. In that same period, the Company’s two Maui
properties contributed over 20% of Hawaii’s contract sales. Our
most recent guidance contemplated that Hawaii, and Maui in
particular, would be larger contributors to growth in the second
half of this year versus the first half, owing to the expected
continuing market recovery. Currently, we estimate that the impact
to Q3 2023 will be $20 to $25 million in contract sales and $12 to
$15 million in Adjusted EBITDA.
Conference Participation
On Sept. 7, the Company will be meeting with investors at the
2023 Bank of America Gaming and Lodging Conference in New York
City.
Important Notice
This press release contains forward-looking statements within
the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as
amended and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as
amended. Forward-looking statements convey management’s
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this press release include statements related to HGV’s revenues,
earnings, taxes, cash flow and related financial and operating
measures, and expectations with respect to future operating,
financial and business performance and other anticipated future
events and expectations that are not historical facts. HGV cautions
you that our forward-looking statements involve known and unknown
risks, uncertainties and other factors, including those that are
beyond HGV’s control, which may cause the actual results,
performance or achievements to be materially different from the
future results. Any one or more of these risks or uncertainties
could adversely impact HGV’s operations, revenue, operating profits
and margins, key business operational metrics, financial condition
or credit rating. For a more detailed discussion of these factors,
see the information under the captions “Risk Factors” and
“Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and
Results of Operations” in HGV’s most recent Annual Report on Form
10-K, which may be supplemented and updated by the risk factors in
HGV’s quarterly reports, current reports and other filings HGV
makes with the SEC. HGV’s forward-looking statements speak only as
of the date of this communication or as of the date they are made.
HGV disclaims any intent or obligation to update any
“forward-looking statement” made in this communication to reflect
changed assumptions, the occurrence of unanticipated events or
changes to future operating results over time.
About Hilton Grand Vacations Inc.
Hilton Grand Vacations Inc. (NYSE:HGV) is recognized as a
leading global timeshare company. With headquarters in Orlando,
Florida, Hilton Grand Vacations develops, markets, and operates a
system of brand-name, high-quality vacation ownership resorts in
select vacation destinations. As one of Hilton’s 22 premier brands,
Hilton Grand Vacations has a reputation for delivering a
consistently exceptional standard of service, and unforgettable
vacation experiences for guests and more than 520,000 Club Members.
Membership with the Company provides best-in-class programs,
exclusive services and maximum flexibility for our Members around
the world. For more information, visit www.corporate.hgv.com.
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