RLJ Lodging Trust

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RLJ Lodging Trust is a hotel REIT focused on urban hotels in the Sunbelt region. Q4 2024 and early 2025 operating performance has been solid. Investors, however, are worried about the future, with recent warnings signs increasing the odds that RLJ cuts its 2025 outlook. This is more than reflected in the company's valuation and share price, which is trading at levels last seen during the COVID-19 pandemic.» Mehr auf seekingalpha.com