Choice Hotels — Feb 19, 2026 release

Adjusted metrics exclude the net surplus or deficit generated from reimbursable revenue from franchised and managed properties, due diligence and transition costs, share repurchases completed after December 31, 2025, and other items. Net capital outlays for hotel development-related activities are expected to decline from $103.4 million in 2025 to a range of $20 million to $45 million in 2026. Full-Year 2026 Net income $265 – $275 million Adjusted net income $320 – $330 million Adjusted EBITDA $632 – $647 million Diluted EPS $5.72 – $5.94 Adjusted diluted EPS $6.92 – $7.14 Effective tax rate 25% Full-Year 2026 vs. 2025 Global RevPAR growth -2% to 1%     U.S. RevPAR growth -2% to 1% U.S. royalty rate growth Mid-single digits Global net system rooms growth ~1% Webcast and Conference Call Choice will host a conference call to discuss fourth quarter and full-year 2025 results on February 19, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. ET. A live webcast will be available on the Company’s Investor Relations website at www.investor.choicehotels.com/events-and-presentations . Participants may also dial (800) 549-8228 (U.S.) or (646) 564-2877 (international) using conference ID 96042. A replay and transcript will be available within 24 hours on the Company’s Investor Relations website. About Choice Hotels ® Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH) is one of the largest lodging franchisors in the world, with over 7,500 hotels, representing over 650,000 rooms, in 50 countries and territories. A wide-ranging portfolio of 22 brands that includes full-service upper upscale, midscale, extended