BETHESDA, Md., Nov 07, 2011 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- RLJ Lodging Trust (the "Company") (NYSE: RLJ) today announced that the Company's Board of Trustees has authorized a share repurchase program to acquire up to $100.0 million of the Company's common shares.
"This initiative provides us with an attractive opportunity to generate strong returns for our shareholders," commented Thomas J. Baltimore, Jr., President and Chief Executive Officer. "Our share repurchase program reflects our confidence in the strength and growth potential within our existing portfolio."
The Company may repurchase its common shares from time to time, in amounts and prices, as it deems appropriate, all subject to market conditions and other considerations, including available investment alternatives and capital availability. Under the terms of the share repurchase program, repurchases can be made in the open market or in privately negotiated transactions, including from the Company's legacy investors.
The program does not obligate the Company to acquire any specified amount of common shares and, at the Company's discretion, may be modified or suspended at any time. The Company expects to fund the repurchase program using cash on its balance sheet.
As of November 7, 2011, the Company has approximately 106.3 million shares outstanding.
About Us
RLJ Lodging Trust is a self-advised, publicly traded real estate investment trust focused on acquiring premium-branded, focused-service and compact full-service hotels. The Company's portfolio consists of 141 hotels in 20 states and the District of Columbia, with a total of more than 20,600 rooms. Additional information may be found on the Company's website: http://rljlodgingtrust.com.
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Leslie D. Hale, Chief Financial Officer
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