BRAEMAR HOTELS & RESORTS ANNOUNCES INCREASE IN COMMON DIVIDEND AND NEW STOCK REPURCHASE AUTHORIZATION

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Braemar Hotels & Resorts (NYSE: BHR) announced an increase in its quarterly cash dividend from $0.01 to $0.05 per share, effective for the fourth quarter ending December 31, 2022. The annual dividend rate now stands at $0.20 per share, payable on January 17, 2023. Additionally, the company authorized a $25 million stock repurchase program, which may be executed through various means, depending on market conditions. The dividend policy will be reviewed quarterly but does not guarantee future payouts.

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• Quarterly cash dividend increased to $0.05 per share, enhancing shareholder value.
• Authorized $25 million stock repurchase program, potentially improving EPS and stock price.

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Quarterly Common Stock Dividend Increased to $0.05 Per Share

Board of Directors Authorizes $25 million for Share Repurchases

DALLAS, Dec. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Braemar Hotels & Resorts Inc. (NYSE: BHR) ("Braemar" or the "Company") today announced that its Board of Directors increased its quarterly cash dividend from $0.01 per share to $0.05 per share beginning with the Company's common stock dividend for the fourth quarter ending December 31, 2022. The dividend, which equates to an annual rate of $0.20 per share, is payable on January 17, 2023, to stockholders of record as of December 30, 2022.

The Board of Directors also approved the Company's dividend policy for 2023.  The Company expects to pay a quarterly cash dividend of $0.05 per share for 2023, or $0.20 per share on an annualized basis.  The Board of Directors will continue to review its dividend policy on a quarter-to-quarter basis.  The adoption of a dividend policy does not commit the Board of Directors to declare future dividends or the amount thereof.

The Company also announced that its Board of Directors has authorized a stock repurchase program of up to $25 million.  The Company intends to begin share repurchases as soon as practicable and may repurchase shares through open market transactions, privately negotiated transactions or other means.  The timing and amount of any transactions will be subject to the discretion of the Company based upon market conditions, and the program may be suspended or terminated at any time by the Company at its discretion without prior notice. The Board's authorization replaced any previous repurchase authorizations.

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Braemar Hotels & Resorts is a real estate investment trust (REIT) focused on investing in luxury hotels and resorts.

Forward-Looking Statements

Certain statements and assumptions in this press release contain or are based upon "forward-looking" information and are being made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements in this press release include, among others, statements about the Company's strategy and future plans. These forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties. When we use the words "will likely result," "may," "anticipate," "estimate," "should," "expect," "believe," "intend," or similar expressions, we intend to identify forward-looking statements. Such statements are subject to numerous assumptions and uncertainties, many of which are outside Braemar's control.

These forward-looking statements are subject to known and unknown risks and uncertainties, which could cause actual results to differ materially from those anticipated, including, without limitation: the impact of COVID-19, and the rate of adoption and efficacy of vaccines to prevent COVID-19, on our business and investment strategy; our ability to repay, refinance or restructure our debt and the debt of certain of our subsidiaries; anticipated or expected purchases or sales of assets; our projected operating results; completion of any pending transactions; risks associated with our ability to effectuate our dividend policy, including factors such as operating results and the economic outlook influencing our board's decision whether to pay further dividends at levels previously disclosed or to use available cash to pay dividends; our understanding of our competition; market trends; projected capital expenditures; the impact of technology on our operations and business; general volatility of the capital markets and the market price of our common stock and preferred stock; availability, terms and deployment of capital; availability of qualified personnel; changes in our industry and the markets in which we operate, interest rates or the general economy; and the degree and nature of our competition. These and other risk factors are more fully discussed in Braemar's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

The forward-looking statements included in this press release are only made as of the date of this press release. Such forward-looking statements are based on our beliefs, assumptions, and expectations of our future performance taking into account all information currently known to us. These beliefs, assumptions, and expectations can change as a result of many potential events or factors, not all of which are known to us. If a change occurs, our business, financial condition, liquidity, results of operations, plans, and other objectives may vary materially from those expressed in our forward-looking statements. You should carefully consider this risk when you make an investment decision concerning our securities. Investors should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements. The Company can give no assurance that these forward-looking statements will be attained or that any deviation will not occur. We are not obligated to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or circumstances, changes in expectations, or otherwise, except to the extent required by law.

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FAQ

What is the new quarterly dividend amount for BHR?

Braemar Hotels & Resorts increased its quarterly dividend to $0.05 per share.

When will the new dividend for BHR be paid?

The dividend will be paid on January 17, 2023, to shareholders of record as of December 30, 2022.

How much has Braemar authorized for share repurchases?

Braemar has authorized up to $25 million for share repurchases.

What is the purpose of the $25 million share repurchase program for BHR?

The share repurchase program aims to enhance shareholder value and may improve EPS.