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ARA US Hospitality Trust, which debuted on the Singapore Exchange on 9 May 2019, represents a unique investment opportunity in the United States' hospitality industry. This stapled group is composed of ARA US Hospitality Property Trust (ARA H-REIT) and ARA US Hospitality Management Trust (ARA H-BT), focusing on harnessing income through real estate assets predominantly used for hospitality purposes within the United States. Its management falls under the responsibilities of ARA Trust Management (USH) Pte. Ltd. and ARA Business Trust Management (USH) Pte. Ltd., both of which are indirect wholly-owned subsidiaries of the larger ARA Asset Management Limited. With a portfolio that encompasses 36 select-service hotels featuring a total of 4,700 rooms spread across 18 states, ARA US Hospitality Trust manifests an expansive reach and a significant presence in the U.S. hospitality sector.
ARA US Hospitality Trust's core business revolves around investing in real estate assets that generate income, specifically those used primarily for hospitality purposes in the United States. This includes hotels and similar properties that yield regular income through operations in the hospitality industry.
The portfolio of ARA US Hospitality Trust is heavily concentrated on select-service hotels, characterized by providing limited services compared to full-service hotels. With 36 such properties totaling 4,700 rooms across 18 states, the Trust targets a specific segment of the market that seeks efficient, value-oriented accommodations without the full spectrum of amenities offered by more extensive operations.