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Ashford Hospitality Trust, Inc. (NYSE: AHT) is a real estate investment trust (REIT) focused on investing predominantly in upper upscale, full-service hotels in the United States. The AHT news feed on Stock Titan aggregates company press releases and related coverage so readers can follow developments affecting this hotel-focused REIT and its capital structure.
Recent news for Ashford Hospitality Trust highlights several recurring themes. The company reports on hotel portfolio transactions, including agreements to sell specific properties such as Le Pavillon in New Orleans, Residence Inn San Diego Sorrento Mesa, Hilton Houston NASA Clear Lake, and Residence Inn Evansville East. These announcements often explain how asset sales relate to deleveraging the portfolio, improving cash flow after debt service, and reducing future capital expenditure needs.
Another key category of AHT news involves financing and balance sheet actions. Press releases and corresponding 8-K filings describe refinancing of mortgage loans secured by hotels, such as the Renaissance Nashville Hotel, and extensions of loan facilities like the Highland mortgage loan secured by 18 hotels. These items detail loan terms, maturity dates, and interest rate structures, and they illustrate how the company manages its secured debt.
Investors can also track dividend and preferred stock updates, including declarations of quarterly and monthly dividends on multiple preferred series and, more recently, the suspension of preferred dividends to preserve liquidity while the Board evaluates strategic alternatives. Additional news covers earnings release schedules, conference call information, the formation of a Special Committee to review strategic alternatives, and adoption of a Rights Agreement aimed at preserving tax benefits.
By following AHT news on this page, readers can monitor hotel asset sales, refinancing activity, dividend decisions, and governance developments that shape Ashford Hospitality Trust’s hotel REIT strategy over time.
Ashford Hospitality Trust (NYSE: AHT) will host an Investor & Analyst Day on October 12, 2021, in New York City at the Park Lane Hotel. Investors and analysts can join the event via a live webcast available on the company’s website, with a replay accessible for one year after. Interested parties are encouraged to contact Investor Relations for attendance details. Ashford Trust focuses on investing primarily in upper upscale, full-service hotels, navigating various market risks and uncertainties that may affect its strategies.
Ashford Hospitality Trust (AHT) reported a preliminary portfolio occupancy of 59.7% for September 2021 and an average daily rate (ADR) of approximately $158, resulting in a RevPAR of about $94. This RevPAR shows a significant increase of 145.0% from September 2020, though it is down 28.2% from September 2019. For the third quarter, AHT anticipates an occupancy of 62.8% with an ADR of $156 and a RevPAR of approximately $98, reflecting a 165.7% increase compared to Q3 2020 but a 25.6% decrease compared to Q3 2019.
Ashford Hospitality Trust (AHT) announced the release of its third-quarter earnings results for the period ending September 30, 2021. The earnings release will be available after market close on October 26, 2021. A conference call to discuss the results will take place on October 27, 2021, at 11:00 a.m. ET, with details to be accessed via their website or by phone. Ashford Trust specializes in investments primarily in upper upscale, full-service hotels.
Ashford Hospitality Trust (NYSE: AHT) reported an August portfolio occupancy of 61.3%, with an average daily rate (ADR) of $153.69 and a revenue per available room (RevPAR) of $94.16. This RevPAR reflects an 11% decrease from July and a 27% decrease from August 2019. Hotel Net Income stood at $0.9 million, while comparable Hotel EBITDA decreased by 30% from July to $18.6 million, and by 44% from August 2019's $33.3 million. The decline was attributed to a rise in COVID-19 cases, though demand for weekend leisure travel remains strong.
Ashford Hospitality Trust (NYSE: AHT) announced the successful refinancing of its mortgage loan for the 390-room Hilton Boston Back Bay, maturing in November 2022. The $98 million non-recourse loan has a four-year term, with a floating interest rate of LIBOR + 3.80% and quarterly amortization of $500,000 in the extension term. This refinancing reflects proactive management of the company's balance sheet, positioning the trust favorably for economic recovery. The deal was facilitated by real estate advisory firm Robert Douglas.
Ashford Hospitality Trust (NYSE: AHT) announced preliminary operating results for July, reporting a Comparable Hotel Net Income of $7.9 million and Comparable Hotel EBITDA of $26.4 million, a 27% increase from June's $20.8 million. As of June 30, 2021, the company had net working capital of $531 million, or $18.32 per share. The company highlights strong demand in their portfolio, while expressing that their stock is undervalued relative to cash value. Caution is advised regarding the preliminary nature of these results.
Ashford Hospitality Trust (NYSE: AHT) reported preliminary second-quarter 2021 results, expecting a net loss attributable to common stockholders of approximately $(70.5) million to $(68.5) million or $(4.42) to $(4.29) per share. Adjusted EBITDAre is estimated between $30.3 million and $32.3 million, with Adjusted FFO ranging from $(0.3) million to $1.7 million. The company noted strong leisure demand, achieving positive Hotel EBITDA for two consecutive quarters. The final results will be released on July 28, 2021.
Ashford Hospitality Trust (NYSE: AHT) announced a 1-for-10 reverse stock split effective July 16, 2021. This adjustment reduced outstanding shares from approximately 265.1 million to 26.5 million, while maintaining stockholder ownership percentages. Trading on a split-adjusted basis will begin on July 19, 2021. The company aims to enhance demand for its shares and attract institutional investors. Additionally, a similar reverse split of partnership units occurred, decreasing units from 4.0 million to 402,222.
Ashford Hospitality Trust (AHT) reported preliminary RevPAR of approximately $91.27 for June 2021, marking a 256% increase from June 2020 but a 37% decline from June 2019. The second quarter of 2021 showed an expected 372% increase compared to Q2 2020, with a 46% decrease compared to Q2 2019. CEO Rob Hays attributes this growth to pent-up leisure demand and expresses confidence in recovery due to their geographically diverse portfolio focused on transient leisure customers.
Ashford Hospitality Trust (NYSE: AHT) announced a 1-for-10 reverse stock split, effective July 16, 2021, aimed at increasing share price above $5, which is preferred by institutional investors. This decision was made by the Board of Directors without needing shareholder approval. The split is expected to reduce transaction costs and enhance the attractiveness of AHT shares for broader investment. Furthermore, AHT was recently added to the Russell 2000, Russell 3000, and Russell Microcap indexes, increasing its visibility to institutional investors.