RLJ

Does RLJ Lodging (RLJ) have what it takes to be a top stock pick for momentum investors? Let's find out.

HST, PK and RLJ are poised for potential earnings surprises, backed by strong travel demand, improving bookings and strategic growth initiatives.

Here at Zacks, our focus is on the proven Zacks Rank system, which emphasizes earnings estimates and estimate revisions to find great stocks. Nevertheless, we are always paying attention to the latest value, growth, and momentum trends to underscore strong picks.

RLJ Lodging Trust preferred shares offer an attractive 8% yield with robust dividend coverage and a substantial common equity cushion. RLJ expects full-year adjusted FFO per share of $1.37–$1.50, supporting strong payout ratios for preferred dividends even after capital expenditures. The preferred shares are 'busted'—effectively non-callable—making the high yield sustainable given current common share prices.

RLJ Lodging (RLJ) is at a 52-week high, but can investors hope for more gains in the future? We take a look at the company's fundamentals for clues.

FORM, RLJ, PK, NBIS and JAPAY have been added to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) List on October 30th, 2026.

PK and RLJ made it to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) value stocks list on October 30th, 2026.

Here at Zacks, our focus is on the proven Zacks Rank system, which emphasizes earnings estimates and estimate revisions to find great stocks. Nevertheless, we are always paying attention to the latest value, growth, and momentum trends to underscore strong picks.

RLJ Lodging Trust gets upgraded to a buy, from my prior hold rating. Strengths are the quality portfolio as the stock trades at undervaluation to book value, as well as positive FFO guidance for FY26 and a focus on property conversions. The risk of elevated leverage has been discussed.

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