Chatham Lodging

CLDT

Market cap $404M

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Chatham Lodging Trust Announces First Quarter 2026 Earnings Call to be Held on Thursday, May 7, 2026.

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Chatham Lodging Trust is a small-cap hospitality REIT trading at less than half its book value, presenting a compelling undervaluation. CLDT's portfolio is focused on extended-stay hotels, driving industry-leading EBITDA margins and resilience during economic downturns. The REIT boasts a strong balance sheet with net debt/EBITDA at 3.4x, no near-term maturities, and significant liquidity.

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CLDT buys six Hilton-branded hotels for $92M to boost earnings. The company raises its quarterly dividend 11% to $0.10, signaling confidence in lodging demand.

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Chatham Completes Substantial Acquisition, Increases Dividend 11 Percent.

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