RLJ (RLJ Lodging Trust) Dividend Payout Ratio: 0.00 (As of Mar. 2026)


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76 GF Score
Price $12.03
GF Value $9.94
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
! 8 Warning Signs
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What is RLJ Lodging Trust Dividend Payout Ratio?

RLJ Lodging Trust RLJ +4.34% 76 Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.00 as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus rates RLJ with a GF Score™ of 76/100 and a GF Value™ of $9.94 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review. Among 718 REITs companies, RLJ Lodging Trust ranks worse than 98.33% on this metric.

The Dividend Payout Ratio is the measure of dividends paid out to shareholders relative to the company's net income. It is calculated as the Dividends per Share divided by the Earnings per Share (Diluted) during the same time period. RLJ Lodging Trust's Dividend Payout Ratio for the months ended in Mar. 2026 was 0.00.

Warning Sign:

If a company's dividend payout ratio is too high, its dividend may not be sustainable. The dividend payout ratio of RLJ Lodging Trust is 26.09, which seems too high.

The historical rank and industry rank for RLJ Lodging Trust's Dividend Payout Ratio or its related term are showing as below:

RLJ' s Dividend Payout Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 1.05   Med: 1.84   Max: 26.09
Current: 26.09

During the past 13 years, the highest Dividend Payout Ratio of RLJ Lodging Trust was 26.09. The lowest was 1.05. And the median was 1.84.

RLJ's Dividend Payout Ratio is ranked worse than
98.33% of 718 companies
in the REITs industry
Industry Median: 0.99 vs RLJ: 26.09

As of today (2026-06-27), the Dividend Yield % of RLJ Lodging Trust is 4.99%.

During the past 13 years, the highest Trailing Annual Dividend Yield of RLJ Lodging Trust was 28.33%. The lowest was 0.24%. And the median was 5.72%.

RLJ Lodging Trust's Dividends per Share for the months ended in Mar. 2026 was $0.15.

During the past 12 months, RLJ Lodging Trust's average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 9.10% per year. During the past 3 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 71.00% per year. During the past 5 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 88.70% per year. During the past 10 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was -16.60% per year.

During the past 13 years, the highest 3-Year average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate of RLJ Lodging Trust was 132.10% per year. The lowest was -68.80% per year. And the median was 12.75% per year.

The growth rate is calculated with least square regression.

For more information regarding to dividend, please check our Dividend Page.

* Please note that "special dividend" is not included in the calculation of dividend per share and related fields.

RLJ Lodging Trust (NYSE:RLJ) Dividend Payout Ratio Explanation

In dividends investing, Dividend Payout Ratio and Dividend Growth Rate are the two most important variables for consideration. A lower payout ratio may indicate that the company has more room to increase its dividends.

RLJ Lodging Trust Dividend Payout Ratio Related Terms

RLJ Lodging Trust Dividend Payout Ratio Historical Data

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The historical data trend for RLJ Lodging Trust's Dividend Payout Ratio can be seen below:

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

RLJ Lodging Trust Dividend Payout Ratio Chart

RLJ Lodging Trust Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
Dividend Payout Ratio
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 0.00 1.30 1.12 2.27 26.09

RLJ Lodging Trust Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
Dividend Payout Ratio Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 0.00 0.98 0.00 0.00 0.00

RLJ vs XHR, PEB, SVC: Dividend Payout Ratio Comparison

For the REIT - Hotel & Motel subindustry, RLJ Lodging Trust's Dividend Payout Ratio, along with its competitors' market caps and Dividend Payout Ratio data, can be viewed below:

* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.

RLJ Lodging Trust Dividend Payout Ratio vs REITs Industry

For the REITs industry and Real Estate sector, RLJ Lodging Trust's Dividend Payout Ratio distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where RLJ Lodging Trust's Dividend Payout Ratio falls into.


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RLJ Lodging Trust Dividend Payout Ratio Calculation

The Dividend Payout Ratio is the measure of dividends paid out to shareholders relative to the company's net income. It is calculated as the Dividends per Share divided by the Earnings per Share (Diluted) during the same time period.

RLJ Lodging Trust's Dividend Payout Ratio for the fiscal year that ended in Dec. 2025 is calculated as

Dividend Payout Ratio=Dividends per Share (A: Dec. 2025 )/ EPS without NRI (A: Dec. 2025 )
=0.6/ 0.023
=26.09

RLJ Lodging Trust's Dividend Payout Ratio for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 is calculated as

Dividend Payout Ratio=Dividends per Share (Q: Mar. 2026 )/ EPS without NRI (Q: Mar. 2026 )
=0.15/ -0.034
=N/A

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Dividend Payout Ratio →
What does a Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.00 mean?
RLJ Lodging Trust (RLJ) has a Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.00 as of Mar. 2026. Dividend payout ratio is the percent of company earnings paid out as dividends. View historical data on RLJ Lodging Trust and its competitors. Over the past decade, RLJ Lodging Trust's Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 1.05 to 26.09. According to the industry distribution chart, RLJ Lodging Trust ranks #706 out of 718 companies in the REITs industry, placing it in the top 98.3%.
Is RLJ Lodging Trust's Dividend Payout Ratio too high?
RLJ Lodging Trust's current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 1.05 to a high of 26.09. Based on the distribution chart, RLJ Lodging Trust ranks #706 out of 718 companies in the REITs industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, RLJ Lodging Trust has a GF Score™ of 76/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does RLJ Lodging Trust's Dividend Payout Ratio compare to XHR and PEB?
According to the REITs industry distribution chart, RLJ Lodging Trust ranks #706 out of 718 companies for Dividend Payout Ratio. This places RLJ Lodging Trust in the lower half of its industry. The industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.99. Historically, RLJ Lodging Trust's own Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 1.05 to 26.09 over the past decade. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Dividend Payout Ratio for a REITs company?
The median Dividend Payout Ratio among REITs companies is 0.99, based on 718 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a Dividend Payout Ratio significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, Dividend Payout Ratio should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Dividend Payout Ratio mean?
A high Dividend Payout Ratio can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Dividend payout ratio is the percent of company earnings paid out as dividends. View historical data on RLJ Lodging Trust and its competitors. For the REITs industry, the median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.99 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. RLJ Lodging Trust's current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.00. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is RLJ Lodging Trust stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, RLJ Lodging Trust (RLJ) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $9.94, compared to a current price of $12.03 — trading 21% above its estimated fair value. The current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.00. RLJ Lodging Trust's overall GF Score™ is 76/100 with 8 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Dividend Payout Ratio calculated?
Dividend Payout Ratio is calculated from a company's financial statements. For RLJ Lodging Trust (RLJ), the current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.00 as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is RLJ Lodging Trust (RLJ) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, RLJ Lodging Trust stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $12.03 is trading 21% above its estimated GF Value™ of $9.94. GuruFocus considers RLJ Lodging Trust to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for RLJ:

  • Dividend Payout Ratio: 0.00
  • GF Value™: $9.94 vs. price of $12.03 (21% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 76/100 with 8 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the RLJ stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

RLJ Lodging Trust Business Description

Industry Real EstateREITs
Other Exchanges RLJpA.PFD:USA
Address 7373 Wisconsin Avenue, Suite 1500, Bethesda, MD, USA, 20814
RLJ Lodging Trust is a real estate investment trust focused on premium-branded, rooms-oriented, high-margin, focused-service, and compact full-service hotels located within the heart of demand locations. Its hotels are geographically diverse and concentrated in urban markets providing multiple demand generators from business, leisure, and other travelers. Its hotels are under the Marriott, Hilton, and Hyatt brand names. The Hotel is a single reportable segment. Its hotel segment revenues are derived from the operation of hotel properties which includes room revenue by renting hotel rooms, food and beverage revenue from the sale of food and beverages, and other revenue from parking fees, resort fees, gift shop sales, and other guest service fees.
76GF Score

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