Frontdesk acquires short-term rental operator Zencity - PhocusWire
Summary
Frontdesk, a short-term rental operator, has acquired Zencity. This could signal shifts in the STR market, and hosts should pay attention to industry consolidation and potential impacts on pricing and competition.
Key Insights
- •Frontdesk, a short-term rental operator, has acquired Zencity. This represents a consolidation in the STR market.
Action Items
- ✓Monitor industry news to stay informed about market consolidation and its potential impacts on your business.Effort: lowImpact: medium
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