Announcement • May 05
RLJ Lodging Trust Increases Unaudited Earnings Guidance for Year Ended December 31, 2026 RLJ Lodging Trust increased unaudited earnings guidance for year ended December 31, 2026. For the year, the company expects Net income of $8.6 million to $30.6 million. Reported Earnings • May 05
First quarter 2026 earnings: EPS and revenues exceed analyst expectations First quarter 2026 results: US$0.043 loss per share (further deteriorated from US$0.021 loss in 1Q 2025). Revenue: US$340.0m (up 3.6% from 1Q 2025). Net loss: US$6.42m (loss widened 100% from 1Q 2025). Revenue exceeded analyst estimates by 4.9%. Earnings per share (EPS) also surpassed analyst estimates by 31%. Revenue is forecast to grow 1.6% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 1.5% growth forecast for the Hotel and Resort REITs industry in the US. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has fallen by 45% per year but the company’s share price has only fallen by 7% per year, which means it has not declined as severely as earnings. Live News • May 05
RLJ Lodging Trust Sees Strong Q1 Performance and Expands Liquidity With New Buyback Plan RLJ Lodging Trust reported Q1 2026 RevPAR growth of 4.8%, which outpaced the wider industry by 100 basis points.
The company’s Northern California hotels saw a 27% RevPAR jump, supported by the Super Bowl and increased activity tied to the AI sector.
RLJ refinanced all debt maturities through 2028, extended its next maturity to 2029, added US$500 million of undrawn capacity, and approved a share repurchase program of up to US$250 million effective May 9, 2026.
For investors, the Q1 update emphasizes operating metrics and balance sheet moves. RevPAR and hotel EBITDA both grew, with hotel EBITDA up 7.2%. Total revenue reached US$339.98 million, a 3.6% year-over-year gain that came in ahead of Wall Street expectations. Non-room revenue grew 8.2%, indicating more contribution from areas such as food and beverage or ancillary services, rather than solely from room rates and occupancy.
Management’s recent refinancing activity pushes near-term debt maturities out to 2029 and increases liquidity through additional undrawn capacity. The new share repurchase authorization of up to US$250 million provides the board with another capital allocation option alongside ongoing investments in renovations and expansions in urban-centric locations. Investors following RLJ may also monitor how events such as the 2026 FIFA World Cup affect demand, particularly in key urban markets where labor costs and operating conditions have been challenging. Announcement • May 04
RLJ Lodging Trust (NYSE:RLJ) announces an Equity Buyback for $250 million worth of its shares. RLJ Lodging Trust (NYSE:RLJ) announces a share repurchase program. Under the program, the company will repurchase up to $250 million worth of its common and preferred shares. Major Estimate Revision • May 04
Consensus EPS estimates upgraded to US$0.063 loss The consensus outlook for fiscal year 2026 has been updated. 2026 losses forecast to reduce from -US$0.077 to -US$0.063 per share. Revenue forecast steady at US$1.36b. Hotel and Resort REITs industry in the US expected to see average net income decline 3.8% next year. Consensus price target of US$8.43 unchanged from last update. Share price rose 3.1% to US$8.30 over the past week. Major Estimate Revision • Apr 10
Consensus EPS estimates upgraded to US$0.077 loss The consensus outlook for fiscal year 2026 has been updated. 2026 losses forecast to reduce from -US$0.097 to -US$0.077 per share. Revenue forecast steady at US$1.36b. Hotel and Resort REITs industry in the US expected to see average net income decline 7.6% next year. Consensus price target broadly unchanged at US$8.43. Share price rose 6.8% to US$7.85 over the past week. Announcement • Apr 01
RLJ Lodging Trust to Report Q1, 2026 Results on May 04, 2026 RLJ Lodging Trust announced that they will report Q1, 2026 results at 9:30 AM, US Eastern Standard Time on May 04, 2026 New Risk • Mar 26
New major risk - Revenue and earnings growth Earnings are forecast to decline by an average of 21% per year for the foreseeable future. This is considered a major risk. Ultimately, shareholders want to see a good return on their investment and that generally comes from sharing in the company's profits. If profits are expected to decline, then in most cases the share price will decline over time as well. In addition, if the company pays dividends it will also likely need to reduce or cut them, striking a dual blow to total shareholder returns. Currently, the following risks have been identified for the company: Major Risks Interest payments are not well covered by earnings (1.3x net interest cover). Earnings are forecast to decline by an average of 21% per year for the foreseeable future. Minor Risks Unstable dividend paying track record with dividend experiencing an annual drop of over 20% in the past. Profit margins are more than 30% lower than last year (0.2% net profit margin). Announcement • Mar 24
RLJ Lodging Trust, Annual General Meeting, Apr 24, 2026 RLJ Lodging Trust, Annual General Meeting, Apr 24, 2026. Declared Dividend • Mar 16
Fourth quarter dividend of US$0.15 announced Dividend of US$0.15 is the same as last year. Ex-date: 31st March 2026 Payment date: 15th April 2026 Dividend yield will be 8.1%, which is higher than the industry average of 4.3%. Announcement • Mar 13
Rlj Lodging Trust Announces Quarterly Cash Dividends for First Quarter of 2026, Payable on April 15, 2026 RLJ Lodging Trust announced that its Board of Trustees has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.15 per common share of beneficial interest. The dividend is payable on April 15, 2026, to shareholders of record as of March 31, 2026. Major Estimate Revision • Mar 12
Consensus EPS estimates upgraded to US$0.08 loss The consensus outlook for fiscal year 2026 has been updated. 2026 losses forecast to reduce from -US$0.09 to -US$0.08 per share. Revenue forecast steady at US$1.37b. Hotel and Resort REITs industry in the US expected to see average net income decline 0.09% next year. Consensus price target of US$8.53 unchanged from last update. Share price fell 7.6% to US$7.55 over the past week. Reported Earnings • Feb 28
Third quarter 2025 earnings released: FFO per share: US$0.2 (vs US$0.36 in 3Q 2024) Third quarter 2025 results: FFO per share: US$0.2 (down from US$0.36 in 3Q 2024). Revenue: US$329.7m (down 4.6% from 3Q 2024). Funds from operations (FFO): US$37.2m (down 32% from 3Q 2024). FFO margin: 11% (down from 16% in 3Q 2024). Revenue is forecast to grow 2.2% p.a. on average during the next 4 years, compared to a 1.8% growth forecast for the Hotel and Resort REITs industry in the US. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 12% per year but the company’s share price has fallen by 11% per year, which means it is significantly lagging earnings. Major Estimate Revision • Feb 27
Consensus EPS estimates increase by 40% The consensus outlook for fiscal year 2026 has been updated. 2026 EPS estimate increased from US$0.012 to US$0.017. Revenue forecast steady at US$1.38b. Net income forecast to shrink 79% next year vs 5.6% decline forecast for Hotel and Resort REITs industry in the US. Consensus price target of US$8.43 unchanged from last update. Share price fell 2.4% to US$8.02 over the past week. Major Estimate Revision • Jan 14
Consensus EPS estimates fall by 25% The consensus outlook for fiscal year 2025 has been updated. 2025 expected loss increased from -US$0.0042 to -US$0.0052 per share. Revenue forecast unchanged at US$1.34b. Hotel and Resort REITs industry in the US expected to see average net income decline 8.2% next year. Consensus price target of US$8.43 unchanged from last update. Share price was steady at US$7.55 over the past week. Major Estimate Revision • Dec 28
Consensus EPS estimates fall by 54% The consensus outlook for fiscal year 2025 has been updated. 2025 expected loss increased from -US$0.0027 to -US$0.0042 per share. Revenue forecast unchanged at US$1.34b. Hotel and Resort REITs industry in the US expected to see average net income decline 8.4% next year. Consensus price target of US$8.69 unchanged from last update. Share price was steady at US$7.67 over the past week. Announcement • Dec 19
RLJ Lodging Trust to Report Q4, 2025 Results on Feb 26, 2026 RLJ Lodging Trust announced that they will report Q4, 2025 results After-Market on Feb 26, 2026 Declared Dividend • Dec 18
Third quarter dividend of US$0.15 announced Dividend of US$0.15 is the same as last year. Ex-date: 31st December 2025 Payment date: 15th January 2026 Dividend yield will be 7.7%, which is higher than the industry average of 4.3%. Announcement • Dec 15
RLJ Lodging Trust Declares Fourth Quarter Cash Dividend of 2025, Payable on January 15, 2026 RLJ Lodging Trust announced that its Board of Trustees has declared a fourth quarter cash dividend of $0.15 per common share of beneficial interest. The dividend is payable on January 15, 2026, to shareholders of record as of December 31, 2025. Major Estimate Revision • Dec 05
Consensus EPS estimates fall by 1,190% The consensus outlook for fiscal year 2025 has been updated. 2025 expected loss increased from -US$0.0002 to -US$0.0027 per share. Revenue forecast unchanged at US$1.34b. Hotel and Resort REITs industry in the US expected to see average net income decline 8.9% next year. Consensus price target of US$8.69 unchanged from last update. Share price fell 2.9% to US$7.32 over the past week. Major Estimate Revision • Nov 14
Consensus EPS estimates fall by 40% The consensus outlook for fiscal year 2025 has been updated. 2025 EPS estimate fell from US$0.033 to US$0.02 per share. Revenue forecast steady at US$1.34b. Net income forecast to grow 53% next year vs 12% growth forecast for Hotel and Resort REITs industry in the US. Consensus price target broadly unchanged at US$8.64. Share price rose 2.5% to US$7.43 over the past week. Reported Earnings • Nov 06
Third quarter 2025 earnings: EPS and revenues exceed analyst expectations Third quarter 2025 results: US$0.067 loss per share (down from US$0.092 profit in 3Q 2024). Revenue: US$330.0m (down 4.5% from 3Q 2024). Net loss: US$10.0m (down 171% from profit in 3Q 2024). Revenue exceeded analyst estimates by 1.7%. Earnings per share (EPS) also surpassed analyst estimates by 12%. Revenue is forecast to grow 2.1% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 3.0% growth forecast for the Hotel and Resort REITs industry in the US. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 12% per year but the company’s share price has fallen by 17% per year, which means it is significantly lagging earnings. Announcement • Nov 06
Rlj Lodging Trust Provides Unaudited Earnings Guidance for Year Ended December 31, 2025 RLJ Lodging Trust provided unaudited earnings guidance for year ended December 31, 2025. For the year the company expects Net income of $21.4 million to $28.4 million. Major Estimate Revision • Oct 21
Consensus EPS estimates fall by 35% The consensus outlook for fiscal year 2025 has been updated. 2025 EPS estimate fell from US$0.07 to US$0.045 per share. Revenue forecast steady at US$1.35b. Net income forecast to shrink 66% next year vs 8.1% decline forecast for Hotel and Resort REITs industry in the US. Consensus price target of US$8.78 unchanged from last update. Share price rose 4.6% to US$7.08 over the past week. Major Estimate Revision • Oct 16
Consensus EPS estimates increase by 14% The consensus outlook for fiscal year 2025 has been updated. 2025 EPS estimate increased from US$0.07 to US$0.08. Revenue forecast steady at US$1.35b. Net income forecast to shrink 65% next year vs 8.1% decline forecast for Hotel and Resort REITs industry in the US. Consensus price target of US$8.78 unchanged from last update. Share price was steady at US$6.89 over the past week. Major Estimate Revision • Sep 25
Consensus EPS estimates increase by 15% The consensus outlook for fiscal year 2025 has been updated. 2025 EPS estimate increased from US$0.061 to US$0.07. Revenue forecast steady at US$1.35b. Net income forecast to shrink 63% next year vs 8.5% decline forecast for Hotel and Resort REITs industry in the US. Consensus price target of US$8.97 unchanged from last update. Share price fell 5.4% to US$7.37 over the past week. Announcement • Sep 22
RLJ Lodging Trust to Report Q3, 2025 Results on Nov 05, 2025 RLJ Lodging Trust announced that they will report Q3, 2025 results After-Market on Nov 05, 2025 Announcement • Sep 19
RLJ Lodging Trust Appoints Nikhil Bhalla as Senior Vice President and Treasurer, Effective as of September 15, 2025 On September 15, 2025, the Board of Trustees of RLJ Lodging Trust appointed Nikhil Bhalla as Senior Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer of the Company. Mr. Bhalla, 51, joined the Company in July 2015, serving as Vice President, Finance and Financial Planning & Analysis from July 2015 to March 2019, Vice President and Treasurer, Corporate Strategy & Investor Relations from March 2019 to March 2021 and Senior Vice President, Finance and Treasurer from March 2021 to September 2025. Prior to joining the Company, Mr. Bhalla served as Vice President, Equity Research at FBR Capital Markets & Co. from September 2008 to July 2015, Director, Feasibility & Strategic Analysis at Host Hotels & Resorts from June 2006 to July 2008 and Senior Associate at Susquehanna International Group, LLP from January 2005 to May 2006. Mr. Bhalla received a bachelor’s degree in Hotel Administration from the Welcomgroup Graduate School of Hotel Administration, India in 1995 and a master’s degree in hospitality administration and management from Cornell University in 2003. In connection with his appointment, the Company and RLJ Lodging Trust, L.P., the Company’s operating partnership, entered into an employment agreement with Mr. Bhalla (the “Employment Agreement”), pursuant to which Mr. Bhalla will be employed as Senior Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer of the Company. The Employment Agreement is effective as of September 15, 2025. Declared Dividend • Sep 18
Second quarter dividend of US$0.15 announced Dividend of US$0.15 is the same as last year. Ex-date: 30th September 2025 Payment date: 15th October 2025 Dividend yield will be 7.7%, which is higher than the industry average of 4.3%. Announcement • Sep 18
RLJ Lodging Trust Announces Chief Financial Officer Changes RLJ Lodging Trust announced the appointment of Nikhil Bhalla as Chief Financial Officer, effective September 18, 2025. Mr. Bhalla, 51, joined the Company in July 2015, serving as Vice President, Finance and Financial Planning & Analysis from July 2015 to March 2019, Vice President and Treasurer, Corporate Strategy & Investor Relations from March 2019 to March 2021 and Senior Vice President, Finance and Treasurer from March 2021 to September 2025. Prior to joining the Company, Mr. Bhalla served as Vice President, Equity Research at FBR Capital Markets & Co. from September 2008 to July 2015, Director, Feasibility & Strategic Analysis at Host Hotels & Resorts from June 2006 to July 2008 and Senior Associate at Susquehanna International Group, LLP from January 2005 to May 2006. Mr. Bhalla received a bachelor’s degree in Hotel Administration from the Welcomgroup Graduate School of Hotel Administration, India in 1995 and a master’s degree in hospitality administration and management from Cornell University in 2003. In connection with his appointment, the Company and RLJ Lodging Trust, L.P., the Company’s operating partnership, entered into an employment agreement with Mr. Bhalla (the “Employment Agreement”), pursuant to which Mr. Bhalla will be employed as Senior Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer of the Company. As a result of Mr. Bhalla’s appointment as Chief Financial Officer of the Company, Leslie D. Hale ceased serving as interim principal financial officer of the Company. Announcement • Sep 15
RLJ Lodging Trust Announces Dividends for Third Quarter of 2025, Payable on October 15, 2025 RLJ Lodging Trust announced that its Board of Trustees has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.15 per common share of beneficial interest. The dividend is payable on October 15, 2025, to shareholders of record as of September 30, 2025. Reported Earnings • Aug 10
Second quarter 2025 earnings: EPS exceeds analyst expectations Second quarter 2025 results: FFO per share: US$0.5 (down from US$0.47 in 2Q 2024). Revenue: US$362.9m (down 1.8% from 2Q 2024). Funds from operations (FFO): US$69.2m (down 4.0% from 2Q 2024). FFO margin: 19% (in line with 2Q 2024). Revenue was in line with analyst estimates. Earnings per share (EPS) surpassed analyst estimates by 17%. Revenue is forecast to grow 1.6% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 3.0% growth forecast for the Hotel and Resort REITs industry in the US. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 72% per year but the company’s share price has fallen by 20% per year, which means it is significantly lagging earnings. Announcement • Aug 08
RLJ Lodging Trust Provides Unaudited Earnings Guidance for the Year Ending December 31, 2025 RLJ Lodging Trust provided unaudited earnings guidance for the year ending December 31, 2025. For the year, the company expects Net income of $36.8 million to $64.8 million. Declared Dividend • Jun 16
First quarter dividend of US$0.15 announced Shareholders will receive a dividend of US$0.15. Ex-date: 30th June 2025 Payment date: 31st July 2025 Dividend yield will be 8.5%, which is higher than the industry average of 4.3%. Announcement • Jun 13
RLJ Lodging Trust Announces Dividends for Second Quarter of 2025 on Common Share, Payable on July 15, 2025 RLJ Lodging Trust announced that its Board of Trustees has declared a Second quarter cash dividend of $0.15 per common share of beneficial interest. The dividend is payable on July 15, 2025, to shareholders of record as of June 30, 2025. Major Estimate Revision • Jun 10
Consensus EPS estimates fall by 27% The consensus outlook for fiscal year 2025 has been updated. 2025 EPS estimate fell from US$0.159 to US$0.116 per share. Revenue forecast steady at US$1.37b. Net income forecast to shrink 42% next year vs 7.5% decline forecast for Hotel and Resort REITs industry in the US. Consensus price target down from US$9.53 to US$9.16. Share price was steady at US$7.41 over the past week. Announcement • Jun 06
RLJ Lodging Trust to Report Q2, 2025 Results on Aug 07, 2025 RLJ Lodging Trust announced that they will report Q2, 2025 results After-Market on Aug 07, 2025 Major Estimate Revision • May 25
Consensus EPS estimates increase by 45% The consensus outlook for fiscal year 2025 has been updated. 2025 EPS estimate increased from US$0.11 to US$0.159. Revenue forecast steady at US$1.37b. Net income forecast to shrink 35% next year vs 7.0% decline forecast for Hotel and Resort REITs industry in the US. Consensus price target down from US$9.78 to US$9.53. Share price fell 6.2% to US$7.12 over the past week. New Risk • May 12
New major risk - Revenue and earnings growth Earnings are forecast to decline by an average of 6.9% per year for the foreseeable future. This is considered a major risk. Ultimately, shareholders want to see a good return on their investment and that generally comes from sharing in the company's profits. If profits are expected to decline, then in most cases the share price will decline over time as well. In addition, if the company pays dividends it will also likely need to reduce or cut them, striking a dual blow to total shareholder returns. Currently, the following risks have been identified for the company: Major Risks Interest payments are not well covered by earnings (1.6x net interest cover). Earnings are forecast to decline by an average of 6.9% per year for the foreseeable future. Minor Risk Unstable dividend paying track record with dividend experiencing an annual drop of over 20% in the past. Major Estimate Revision • May 12
Consensus EPS estimates increase by 21%, revenue downgraded The consensus outlook for fiscal year 2025 has been updated. 2025 revenue forecast fell from US$1.38b to US$1.36b. EPS estimate rose from US$0.195 to US$0.237. Net income forecast to grow 3.5% next year vs 2.0% decline forecast for Hotel and Resort REITs industry in the US. Consensus price target down from US$10.03 to US$9.78. Share price rose 4.8% to US$7.37 over the past week. Reported Earnings • May 05
First quarter 2025 earnings: EPS exceeds analyst expectations First quarter 2025 results: US$0.019 loss per share (further deteriorated from US$0.01 loss in 1Q 2024). Revenue: US$328.1m (up 1.1% from 1Q 2024). Net loss: US$2.92m (loss widened 83% from 1Q 2024). Revenue was in line with analyst estimates. Earnings per share (EPS) surpassed analyst estimates by 57%. Revenue is forecast to grow 2.1% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 2.8% growth forecast for the Hotel and Resort REITs industry in the US. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 105% per year but the company’s share price has fallen by 17% per year, which means it is significantly lagging earnings. Announcement • Apr 16
RLJ Lodging Trust Announces Step Down of Chad Perry as Executive Vice President, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary, Effective May 9, 2025 On April 9, 2025, Chad Perry, Executive Vice President, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary of RLJ Lodging Trust, informed the Company of his decision to step down from all positions he holds with the Company, effective May 9, 2025, to pursue principal investing opportunities. Mr. Perry’s departure is not the result of any disagreement with the Company on any matter relating to the Company’s operations, policies or practices. Price Target Changed • Apr 08
Price target decreased by 7.4% to US$10.50 Down from US$11.34, the current price target is an average from 8 analysts. New target price is 65% above last closing price of US$6.35. Stock is down 47% over the past year. The company is forecast to post earnings per share of US$0.22 for next year compared to US$0.27 last year. Valuation Update With 7 Day Price Move • Apr 04
Investor sentiment deteriorates as stock falls 15% After last week's 15% share price decline to US$6.81, the stock trades at a forward P/E ratio of 32x. Average forward P/E is 16x in the Hotel and Resort REITs industry in the US. Total loss to shareholders of 39% over the past three years. Announcement • Mar 26
RLJ Lodging Trust, Annual General Meeting, Apr 25, 2025 RLJ Lodging Trust, Annual General Meeting, Apr 25, 2025. Major Estimate Revision • Mar 24
Consensus EPS estimates fall by 13% The consensus outlook for fiscal year 2025 has been updated. 2025 EPS estimate fell from US$0.244 to US$0.213 per share. Revenue forecast steady at US$1.39b. Net income forecast to shrink 14% next year vs 9.2% decline forecast for Hotel and Resort REITs industry in the US. Consensus price target down from US$11.34 to US$10.97. Share price fell 5.4% to US$8.48 over the past week. Announcement • Mar 24
RLJ Lodging Trust to Report Q1, 2025 Results on May 05, 2025 RLJ Lodging Trust announced that they will report Q1, 2025 results Pre-Market on May 05, 2025 Announcement • Mar 20
RLJ Lodging Trust Announces Retirement of Sean M. Mahoney as Chief Financial Officer RLJ Lodging Trust announced that following seven successful years at the Company, Sean M. Mahoney, the Company’s Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer will be retiring in May of this year after a dynamic career spanning over 30 years, including more than 20 years in the hospitality REIT industry. To ensure a smooth transition, Mr. Mahoney will continue to serve as the Company’s Chief Financial Officer until his departure in May and will actively support the Company’s transition plan. Afterward, he will remain available as an advisor as needed. The Company has a succession process underway and will provide an update once it has concluded. Declared Dividend • Mar 17
Fourth quarter dividend of US$0.15 announced Shareholders will receive a dividend of US$0.15. Ex-date: 31st March 2025 Payment date: 15th April 2025 Dividend yield will be 6.3%, which is higher than the industry average of 4.3%. Major Estimate Revision • Mar 16
Consensus EPS estimates increase by 62% The consensus outlook for fiscal year 2025 has been updated. 2025 EPS estimate increased from US$0.15 to US$0.244. Revenue forecast steady at US$1.39b. Net income forecast to shrink 3.9% next year vs 15% decline forecast for Hotel and Resort REITs industry in the US. Consensus price target of US$11.34 unchanged from last update. Share price fell 8.5% to US$8.74 over the past week. Announcement • Mar 14
RLJ Lodging Trust Announces Dividends for First Quarter of 2025, Payable April 15, 2025 RLJ Lodging Trust announced that its Board of Trustees has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.15 per common share of beneficial interest. The dividend is payable on April 15, 2025, to shareholders of record as of March 31, 2025. Major Estimate Revision • Mar 05
Consensus EPS estimates fall by 24% The consensus outlook for earnings per share (EPS) in fiscal year 2025 has deteriorated. 2025 revenue forecast decreased from US$1.40b to US$1.38b. EPS estimate also fell from US$0.197 per share to US$0.15 per share. Net income forecast to shrink 45% next year vs 4.4% decline forecast for Hotel and Resort REITs industry in the US. Consensus price target of US$11.34 unchanged from last update. Share price was steady at US$9.33 over the past week. New Risk • Mar 02
New major risk - Revenue and earnings growth Earnings are forecast to decline by an average of 10% per year for the foreseeable future. This is considered a major risk. Ultimately, shareholders want to see a good return on their investment and that generally comes from sharing in the company's profits. If profits are expected to decline, then in most cases the share price will decline over time as well. In addition, if the company pays dividends it will also likely need to reduce or cut them, striking a dual blow to total shareholder returns. Currently, the following risks have been identified for the company: Major Risks Interest payments are not well covered by earnings (1.6x net interest cover). Earnings are forecast to decline by an average of 10% per year for the foreseeable future. Minor Risk Unstable dividend paying track record with dividend experiencing an annual drop of over 20% in the past. Reported Earnings • Feb 26
Full year 2024 earnings: EPS exceeds analyst expectations Full year 2024 results: FFO per share: US$1.4 (down from US$1.48 in FY 2023). Revenue: US$1.37b (up 3.3% from FY 2023). Funds from operations (FFO): US$215.0m (down 7.1% from FY 2023). FFO margin: 16% (down from 18% in FY 2023). The decrease in margin was driven by higher expenses. Revenue was in line with analyst estimates. Earnings per share (EPS) surpassed analyst estimates by 11%. Revenue is forecast to grow 2.3% p.a. on average during the next 2 years, compared to a 3.8% growth forecast for the Hotel and Resort REITs industry in the US. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 119% per year but the company’s share price has fallen by 13% per year, which means it is significantly lagging earnings. Announcement • Jan 14
RLJ Lodging Trust to Report Q4, 2024 Results on Feb 25, 2025 RLJ Lodging Trust announced that they will report Q4, 2024 results After-Market on Feb 25, 2025 Declared Dividend • Dec 19
Third quarter dividend of US$0.15 announced Shareholders will receive a dividend of US$0.15. Ex-date: 31st December 2024 Payment date: 15th January 2025 Dividend yield will be 4.9%, which is higher than the industry average of 4.3%. Announcement • Dec 13
RLJ Lodging Trust Announces Dividends for Fourth Quarter of 2024, Payable January 15, 2025 RLJ Lodging Trust announced that its Board of Trustees has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.15 per common share of beneficial interest. The dividend is payable on January 15, 2025, to shareholders of record as of December 31, 2024. Major Estimate Revision • Dec 05
Consensus EPS estimates increase by 11% The consensus outlook for fiscal year 2024 has been updated. 2024 EPS estimate increased from US$0.217 to US$0.241. Revenue forecast steady at US$1.36b. Net income forecast to shrink 28% next year vs 12% decline forecast for Hotel and Resort REITs industry in the US. Consensus price target of US$11.38 unchanged from last update. Share price rose 3.9% to US$10.54 over the past week. Major Estimate Revision • Nov 15
Consensus EPS estimates increase by 17% The consensus outlook for fiscal year 2024 has been updated. 2024 EPS estimate increased from US$0.182 to US$0.213. Revenue forecast steady at US$1.36b. Net income forecast to shrink 23% next year vs 12% decline forecast for Hotel and Resort REITs industry in the US. Consensus price target broadly unchanged at US$11.25. Share price was steady at US$9.61 over the past week. Reported Earnings • Nov 07
Third quarter 2024 earnings: EPS exceeds analyst expectations Third quarter 2024 results: EPS: US$0.094 (up from US$0.064 in 3Q 2023). Revenue: US$345.7m (up 3.4% from 3Q 2023). Net income: US$14.3m (up 45% from 3Q 2023). Profit margin: 4.1% (up from 3.0% in 3Q 2023). The increase in margin was driven by higher revenue. Revenue was in line with analyst estimates. Earnings per share (EPS) exceeded analyst estimates. Revenue is forecast to grow 2.1% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 3.7% growth forecast for the Hotel and Resort REITs industry in the US. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 123% per year but the company’s share price has fallen by 13% per year, which means it is significantly lagging earnings. Major Estimate Revision • Oct 18
Consensus EPS estimates increase by 34% The consensus outlook for fiscal year 2024 has been updated. 2024 EPS estimate increased from US$0.134 to US$0.179. Revenue forecast steady at US$1.37b. Net income forecast to shrink 22% next year vs 5.0% decline forecast for Hotel and Resort REITs industry in the US. Consensus price target down from US$11.75 to US$11.50. Share price was steady at US$9.10 over the past week. Price Target Changed • Oct 17
Price target decreased by 7.6% to US$11.50 Down from US$12.44, the current price target is an average from 8 analysts. New target price is 25% above last closing price of US$9.22. Stock is down 4.2% over the past year. The company is forecast to post earnings per share of US$0.18 for next year compared to US$0.32 last year. New Risk • Oct 13
New major risk - Revenue and earnings growth Earnings are forecast to decline by an average of 5.3% per year for the foreseeable future. This is considered a major risk. Ultimately, shareholders want to see a good return on their investment and that generally comes from sharing in the company's profits. If profits are expected to decline, then in most cases the share price will decline over time as well. In addition, if the company pays dividends it will also likely need to reduce or cut them, striking a dual blow to total shareholder returns. Currently, the following risks have been identified for the company: Major Risks Interest payments are not well covered by earnings (1.7x net interest cover). Earnings are forecast to decline by an average of 5.3% per year for the foreseeable future. Minor Risk Unstable dividend paying track record with dividend experiencing an annual drop of over 20% in the past. Announcement • Sep 13
RLJ Lodging Trust Announces Dividends for Third Quarter of 2024, Payable on October 15, 2024 RLJ Lodging Trust declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.15 per common share of beneficial interest. The dividend is payable on October 15, 2024, to shareholders of record as of September 30, 2024. Announcement • Aug 28
RLJ Lodging Trust to Report Q3, 2024 Results on Nov 06, 2024 RLJ Lodging Trust announced that they will report Q3, 2024 results After-Market on Nov 06, 2024 Major Estimate Revision • Aug 09
Consensus EPS estimates fall by 63% The consensus outlook for earnings per share (EPS) in fiscal year 2024 has deteriorated. 2024 revenue forecast decreased from US$1.38b to US$1.36b. EPS estimate also fell from US$0.191 per share to US$0.07 per share. Net income forecast to shrink 25% next year vs 1.0% decline forecast for Hotel and Resort REITs industry in the US. Consensus price target down from US$13.55 to US$12.44. Share price was steady at US$9.05 over the past week. Price Target Changed • Aug 05
Price target decreased by 9.6% to US$12.56 Down from US$13.89, the current price target is an average from 9 analysts. New target price is 40% above last closing price of US$8.96. Stock is down 11% over the past year. The company is forecast to post earnings per share of US$0.21 for next year compared to US$0.32 last year. Declared Dividend • Aug 05
Second quarter dividend of US$0.15 announced Shareholders will receive a dividend of US$0.15. Ex-date: 30th September 2024 Payment date: 15th October 2024 Dividend yield will be 4.9%, which is higher than the industry average of 4.3%. Reported Earnings • Aug 02
Second quarter 2024 earnings: EPS and revenues exceed analyst expectations Second quarter 2024 results: EPS: US$0.24 (up from US$0.22 in 2Q 2023). Revenue: US$369.3m (up 3.4% from 2Q 2023). Net income: US$37.1m (up 7.3% from 2Q 2023). Profit margin: 10.0% (in line with 2Q 2023). Revenue exceeded analyst estimates by 1.2%. Earnings per share (EPS) also surpassed analyst estimates by 52%. Revenue is forecast to grow 3.2% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 3.8% growth forecast for the Hotel and Resort REITs industry in the US. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 119% per year but the company’s share price has fallen by 14% per year, which means it is significantly lagging earnings. Buy Or Sell Opportunity • Aug 01
Now 21% undervalued after recent price drop Over the last 90 days, the stock has fallen 14% to US$9.25. The fair value is estimated to be US$11.64, however this is not to be taken as a buy recommendation but rather should be used as a guide only. Revenue has grown by 34% over the last 3 years. Meanwhile, the company has become profitable. Revenue is forecast to grow by 7.0% in 2 years. Earnings are forecast to grow by 7.5% in the next 2 years. Major Estimate Revision • Jul 12
Consensus EPS estimates fall by 11% The consensus outlook for fiscal year 2024 has been updated. 2024 EPS estimate fell from US$0.217 to US$0.194 per share. Revenue forecast steady at US$1.38b. Net income forecast to shrink 19% next year vs 3.3% growth forecast for Hotel and Resort REITs industry in the US . Consensus price target of US$13.89 unchanged from last update. Share price rose 3.4% to US$9.62 over the past week. Declared Dividend • Jun 17
First quarter dividend of US$0.10 announced Shareholders will receive a dividend of US$0.10. Ex-date: 28th June 2024 Payment date: 15th July 2024 Dividend yield will be 4.2%, which is about the same as the industry average. Announcement • Jun 13
RLJ Lodging Trust to Report Q2, 2024 Results on Aug 01, 2024 RLJ Lodging Trust announced that they will report Q2, 2024 results After-Market on Aug 01, 2024 Major Estimate Revision • May 19
Consensus EPS estimates increase by 25% The consensus outlook for fiscal year 2024 has been updated. 2024 EPS estimate increased from US$0.18 to US$0.225. Revenue forecast steady at US$1.38b. Net income forecast to shrink 15% next year vs 5.6% growth forecast for Hotel and Resort REITs industry in the US . Consensus price target broadly unchanged at US$14.15. Share price was steady at US$10.37 over the past week. Major Estimate Revision • May 09
Consensus EPS estimates increase by 15% The consensus outlook for fiscal year 2024 has been updated. 2024 EPS estimate increased from US$0.244 to US$0.28. Revenue forecast steady at US$1.38b. Net income forecast to grow 7.2% next year vs 5.3% growth forecast for Hotel and Resort REITs industry in the US. Consensus price target of US$14.25 unchanged from last update. Share price fell 3.0% to US$10.38 over the past week. Reported Earnings • May 02
First quarter 2024 earnings: EPS exceeds analyst expectations First quarter 2024 results: US$0.009 loss per share (down from US$0.026 profit in 1Q 2023). Revenue: US$324.4m (up 3.1% from 1Q 2023). Net loss: US$1.34m (down 132% from profit in 1Q 2023). Revenue was in line with analyst estimates. Earnings per share (EPS) surpassed analyst estimates by 15%. Revenue is forecast to grow 3.7% p.a. on average during the next 2 years, compared to a 3.9% growth forecast for the Hotel and Resort REITs industry in the US. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 112% per year but the company’s share price has fallen by 11% per year, which means it is significantly lagging earnings. Buy Or Sell Opportunity • May 02
Now 22% undervalued after recent price drop Over the last 90 days, the stock has fallen 8.2% to US$10.70. The fair value is estimated to be US$13.63, however this is not to be taken as a buy recommendation but rather should be used as a guide only. Revenue has grown by 34% over the last 3 years. Meanwhile, the company has become profitable. Revenue is forecast to grow by 4.2% in a year. Earnings are forecast to decline by 1.1% in the next year. Buy Or Sell Opportunity • Apr 17
Now 20% undervalued after recent price drop Over the last 90 days, the stock has fallen 3.6% to US$10.96. The fair value is estimated to be US$13.71, however this is not to be taken as a buy recommendation but rather should be used as a guide only. Revenue has grown by 38% over the last 3 years. Meanwhile, the company has become profitable. Revenue is forecast to grow by 7.6% in 2 years. Earnings are forecast to grow by 6.6% in the next 2 years. Major Estimate Revision • Apr 10
Consensus EPS estimates increase by 28% The consensus outlook for fiscal year 2024 has been updated. 2024 EPS estimate increased from US$0.248 to US$0.318. Revenue forecast steady at US$1.38b. Net income forecast to grow 0.4% next year vs 4.9% growth forecast for Hotel and Resort REITs industry in the US. Consensus price target of US$14.25 unchanged from last update. Share price was steady at US$11.66 over the past week. Announcement • Mar 29
RLJ Lodging Trust, Annual General Meeting, Apr 26, 2024 RLJ Lodging Trust, Annual General Meeting, Apr 26, 2024, at 13:00 US Eastern Standard Time. Agenda: To elect nine trustees, nominated by the Board, named in the Proxy Statement; to ratify the appointment of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as company independent registered public accounting firm for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2024; to approve, on a non-binding advisory basis, the compensation of company named executive officers; to recommend, on a non-binding advisory basis, the frequency of the advisory vote related to the compensation of our named executive officers; and to transact such other business as may properly come before the meeting or any adjournments or postponements of the Annual Meeting. Upcoming Dividend • Mar 20
Upcoming dividend of US$0.10 per share Eligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 27 March 2024. Payment date: 15 April 2024. Trailing yield: 3.4%. Lower than top quartile of American dividend payers (4.8%). Lower than average of industry peers (4.7%). Declared Dividend • Mar 18
Fourth quarter dividend of US$0.10 announced Shareholders will receive a dividend of US$0.10. Ex-date: 27th March 2024 Payment date: 15th April 2024 Dividend yield will be 3.2%, which is lower than the industry average of 4.3%. Announcement • Mar 15
Rlj Lodging Trust Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend on Common Share of Beneficial Interest, Payable on April 15, 2024 RLJ Lodging Trust announced that its Board of Trustees has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.10 per common share of beneficial interest. The dividend is payable on April 15, 2024, to shareholders of record as of March 29, 2024. Announcement • Mar 13
RLJ Lodging Trust to Report Q1, 2024 Results on May 01, 2024 RLJ Lodging Trust announced that they will report Q1, 2024 results After-Market on May 01, 2024 Major Estimate Revision • Mar 05
Consensus EPS estimates increase by 12% The consensus outlook for fiscal year 2024 has been updated. 2024 EPS estimate increased from US$0.281 to US$0.314. Revenue forecast steady at US$1.38b. Net income forecast to shrink 8.0% next year vs 8.5% growth forecast for Hotel and Resort REITs industry in the US . Consensus price target broadly unchanged at US$14.15. Share price rose 5.9% to US$12.16 over the past week. Reported Earnings • Feb 27
Full year 2023 earnings: EPS exceeds analyst expectations Full year 2023 results: EPS: US$0.49 (up from US$0.10 in FY 2022). Revenue: US$1.33b (up 11% from FY 2022). Net income: US$76.4m (up 362% from FY 2022). Profit margin: 5.8% (up from 1.4% in FY 2022). The increase in margin was driven by higher revenue. Revenue was in line with analyst estimates. Earnings per share (EPS) surpassed analyst estimates by 2.3%. Revenue is forecast to grow 3.0% p.a. on average during the next 2 years, compared to a 3.9% growth forecast for the Hotel and Resort REITs industry in the US. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 102% per year but the company’s share price has fallen by 9% per year, which means it is significantly lagging earnings. Announcement • Jan 13
RLJ Lodging Trust to Report Q4, 2023 Results on Feb 26, 2024 RLJ Lodging Trust announced that they will report Q4, 2023 results After-Market on Feb 26, 2024 Recent Insider Transactions • Dec 27
Independent Trustee recently sold US$298k worth of stock On the 22nd of December, Arthur Collins sold around 25k shares on-market at roughly US$11.92 per share. This transaction amounted to 45% of their direct individual holding at the time of the trade. In the last 3 months, there was an even bigger sale from another insider worth US$391k. Insiders have been net sellers, collectively disposing of US$689k more than they bought in the last 12 months. Recent Insider Transactions Derivative • Dec 25
Independent Trustee notifies of intention to sell stock Arthur Collins intends to sell 25k shares in the next 90 days after lodging an Intent To Sell Form on the 22nd of December. If the sale is conducted around the recent share price of US$11.94, it would amount to US$299k. Since March 2023, Arthur's direct individual holding has increased from 42.89k shares to 55.76k. There has only been one transaction (US$391k sale) from insiders over the last 12 months. Upcoming Dividend • Dec 21
Upcoming dividend of US$0.10 per share at 3.4% yield Eligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 28 December 2023. Payment date: 16 January 2024. Trailing yield: 3.4%. Lower than top quartile of American dividend payers (4.5%). Lower than average of industry peers (4.1%). Recent Insider Transactions • Nov 16
Lead Independent Trustee recently sold US$391k worth of stock On the 10th of November, Nathaniel Davis sold around 40k shares on-market at roughly US$9.87 per share. This transaction amounted to 48% of their direct individual holding at the time of the trade. This was the largest sale by an insider in the last 3 months. This was the only on-market transaction from insiders over the last 12 months. 
