Definition of yield for English Language Learners. : to produce or provide (something, such as a plant or crop) : to produce (something) as a result of time, effort, or work.
The Marriott has many hotel brands under its name. Otherwise known as the Marriott Umbrella, the Ritz-Carlton, Bulgari, JW Marriott, Edition, Renaissance, Autograph Collection, AC, Courtyard, Fairfield Inn, Residence Inn, SpringHill Suites, TownePlace Suites, and the newest, Gaylord Hotels are all underneath the Marriott Umbrella.
The company will span 100 countries. Marriott International () and Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide () announced the $12.2 billion deal on Monday. Starwood brands include W Hotels, St. Regis, Westin and Sheraton. In addition to its eponymous chain, Marriott also operates Courtyard and Residence Inn hotels. The merger was announced more than two weeks after Starwood spun off its time share business to Interval Leisure Group () for $1.3 billion.