RLJ Lodging Trust (NYSE: RLJ) is set to announce its fourth-quarter earnings for 2025 on Thursday, February 26, 2026, after the market closes. Analysts project that the company will report earnings of $0.28 per share, along with revenues of approximately $317.954 million for the quarter. The earnings call will take place the following day, February 27, 2026, at 10:00 AM ET, providing an opportunity for investors and analysts to review the latest financial details.
As of Wednesday, February 25, shares of RLJ Lodging Trust were trading down 0.9% at $7.99. The company currently holds a market capitalization of $1.21 billion and has a price-to-earnings ratio of 159.80. The stock’s beta stands at 1.12, indicating its volatility relative to the market. Key financial ratios include a quick ratio of 2.55, a current ratio of 2.55, and a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.21. Over the past year, RLJ’s stock has fluctuated between a low of $6.16 and a high of $9.63.
Dividend Announcement and Analyst Ratings
Recently, RLJ Lodging Trust declared a quarterly dividend of $0.15 per share, paid on January 15, 2026. This dividend is based on the record of shareholders from December 31, 2025, and represents an annualized dividend of $0.60, yielding 7.5%. The ex-dividend date was also December 31, 2025. The company’s dividend payout ratio (DPR) is notably high at 1,200.00%, a figure that may raise questions regarding sustainability.
RLJ has drawn attention from various research analysts recently. On January 6, 2026, Barclays initiated coverage with an “underweight” rating and a target price of $6.00. Conversely, Raymond James Financial upgraded its position from “market perform” to “strong buy,” setting a target price of $9.00. Weiss Ratings maintained a “sell (d)” rating, while Zacks Research upgraded the stock from “strong sell” to “hold.” Currently, one analyst rates RLJ as a Strong Buy, two as Buy, three as Hold, and three as Sell, leading to an average rating of “Hold” and a consensus target price of $8.64, according to MarketBeat.com.
Company Profile of RLJ Lodging Trust
RLJ Lodging Trust operates as a self-managed, publicly traded real estate investment trust (REIT) that focuses on acquiring, owning, and operating premium-branded hotels. The company’s portfolio is strategically located in major U.S. markets and aims to attract properties that benefit from both corporate and leisure demand along with limited new supply. The hotels within RLJ’s portfolio are affiliated with prominent global lodging brands, covering a range of service levels from lifestyle to upscale.
Investors and interested parties are encouraged to stay updated on RLJ Lodging Trust as it prepares for its upcoming earnings report, which may provide further insights into the company’s financial health and market position.
