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RLJ Lodging Trust (RLJ)

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Upturn Advisory Summary

06/30/2025: RLJ (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

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Not Recommended Performance

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10 Analysts rated it

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1 Year Target Price $9.16

1 Year Target Price $9.16

Analysts Price Target For last 52 week
$9.16Target price
Low$6.04
Current$7.28
high$10.27

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -1.51%
Avg. Invested days 57
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Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 1.14B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 28.85
1Y Target Price 9.16
Price to earnings Ratio 28.85
1Y Target Price 9.16
Volume (30-day avg) 10
Beta 1.5
52 Weeks Range 6.04 - 10.27
Updated Date 06/30/2025
52 Weeks Range 6.04 - 10.27
Updated Date 06/30/2025
Dividends yield (FY) 8.00%
Basic EPS (TTM) 0.26

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Profitability

Profit Margin 4.84%
Operating Margin (TTM) 7.78%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 1.96%
Return on Equity (TTM) 2.91%

Valuation

Trailing PE 28.85
Forward PE 250
Enterprise Value 3497494732
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.83
Enterprise Value 3497494732
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.83
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.55
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 9.73
Shares Outstanding 151714000
Shares Floating 144719620
Shares Outstanding 151714000
Shares Floating 144719620
Percent Insiders 3.25
Percent Institutions 94.64

Analyst Ratings

Rating 4
Target Price 9.16
Buy -
Strong Buy 3
Buy -
Strong Buy 3
Hold 5
Sell 1
Strong Sell 1
Strong Sell 1

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RLJ Lodging Trust

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Company Overview

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RLJ Lodging Trust was founded in 2011 as a real estate investment trust (REIT) focused on hotel investments. It was formed from the combination of RLJ Development, LLC and FelCor Lodging Trust's select-service and compact full-service hotel portfolio. The company has grown through strategic acquisitions and portfolio management.

business area logo Core Business Areas

  • Hotel Ownership: RLJ Lodging Trust primarily owns and invests in premium-branded, select-service and compact full-service hotels.
  • Asset Management: The company actively manages its hotel portfolio to maximize revenue and profitability.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

Leslie D. Hale serves as the President and Chief Executive Officer. The company operates as a REIT with a Board of Trustees providing oversight.

Top Products and Market Share

overview logo Key Offerings

  • Hotel Rooms: RLJ Lodging Trust's primary offering is hotel room rentals. The company operates in a competitive market with numerous national and international hotel chains. Market share data is dynamic and dependent on location and brand. Competitors include Host Hotels & Resorts (HST), Park Hotels & Resorts (PK), and Apple Hospitality REIT (APLE).

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The hotel industry is cyclical and affected by economic conditions, travel trends, and consumer confidence. It's currently recovering from the COVID-19 pandemic, with increasing demand and occupancy rates in many markets.

Positioning

RLJ Lodging Trust focuses on premium-branded, select-service, and compact full-service hotels, which tend to be more resilient during economic downturns. Their portfolio diversification provides a competitive advantage.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The global hotel market size is expected to reach hundreds of billions of dollars. RLJ Lodging Trust targets a specific segment within this large TAM, focusing on select-service and full-service hotels which gives it a strategic position within its niche.

Upturn SWOT Analysis

Strengths

  • Strong brand affiliations
  • Diversified portfolio
  • Experienced management team
  • Focus on select-service hotels

Weaknesses

  • Sensitivity to economic cycles
  • High capital expenditures for property maintenance
  • Reliance on third-party management

Opportunities

  • Acquisition of undervalued hotel assets
  • Expansion into new markets
  • Capitalizing on travel recovery
  • Renovations and upgrades to existing properties

Threats

  • Economic downturns
  • Increased competition from alternative lodging options (e.g., Airbnb)
  • Rising interest rates
  • Geopolitical Instability

Competitors and Market Share

competitor logo Key Competitors

  • HST
  • PK
  • APLE
  • SHO
  • PEB

Competitive Landscape

RLJ Lodging Trust benefits from its focus on select-service hotels, but faces competition from larger REITs with more diversified portfolios. It also faces increased competiton from AirBnb.

Major Acquisitions

Hyatt Centric South Park Charlotte

  • Year: 2022
  • Acquisition Price (USD millions): 49.5
  • Strategic Rationale: Expanded portfolio of premium branded properties in growing market.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: Historical growth is characterized by strategic acquisitions and organic revenue growth within its existing portfolio.

Future Projections: Future projections are based on analyst estimates and management guidance. Refer to financial news sources for forecasts.

Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include portfolio optimization through strategic acquisitions and dispositions and investments in property renovations.

Summary

RLJ Lodging Trust is a well-positioned REIT in the select-service hotel segment. Its focus on premium brands and strategic acquisitions supports growth. However, it is vulnerable to economic cycles and increasing competition. The company's ability to manage costs and capitalize on growth opportunities will be crucial for future success.

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Sources and Disclaimers

Data Sources:

  • Company filings
  • Financial news sources
  • Analyst reports

Disclaimers:

The data provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. Market share data are estimates and may vary.

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About RLJ Lodging Trust

Exchange NYSE
Headquaters Bethesda, MD, United States
IPO Launch date 2011-05-11
President, CEO & Trustee Ms. Leslie D. Hale
Sector Real Estate
Industry REIT - Hotel & Motel
Full time employees 73
Full time employees 73

RLJ Lodging Trust (RLJ) is a self-advised, publicly traded real estate investment trust that owns 94 premium-branded, rooms-oriented, high-margin, urban-centric hotels located within the heart of demand locations. Our hotels are geographically diverse and concentrated in major urban markets that provide multiple demand generators from business, leisure, and other travelers.