BlackRock, Inc. Increases Stake in RLJ Lodging Trust to 9.1%

BlackRock, Inc. has filed a Schedule 13G/A with the SEC, dated April 24, 2026, disclosing a significant ownership position in RLJ Lodging Trust (RLJ). As of the event date on March 31, 2026, BlackRock reported beneficial ownership of 13,766,839 shares of common stock, representing a 9.1% stake in the company. This filing marks an increase from the previously reported 0.0% ownership, indicating a substantial new or restored position. Of the total shares held, BlackRock possesses sole voting power over 13,379,859 shares and sole dispositive power over the full 13,766,839 shares. The filing was submitted as an amendment (Amendment No. 16) under Rule 13d-1(b), identifying BlackRock as a parent holding company. The securities were acquired in the ordinary course of business and not for the purpose of influencing or changing the control of RLJ Lodging Trust. Various subsidiaries of BlackRock are listed as members of the reporting group involved in the beneficial ownership.