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On Wednesday, Stifel analysts reiterated their Buy rating on Lindblad Expeditions Holdings (NASDAQ:LIND) stock, maintaining a price target of $17.00. The decision follows a presentation by Lindblad’s CFO, Rick Goldberg, at Stifel’s annual Cross Sector Insights Conference, where the company’s long-term growth prospects were discussed.
The analysts expressed confidence in Lindblad’s potential for share appreciation, noting that the stock remains undervalued in comparison to larger cruise operators. Despite a year-to-date decline of approximately 8%, analysts believe the company’s bookings for 2025 and 2026 are performing well above investor expectations.
Lindblad is currently in an investment phase, partly due to its partnership with Disney (NYSE:DIS). However, Stifel analysts are optimistic about the company’s earnings potential from 2026 onwards, anticipating significant financial improvements.
The company is expected to outline its long-term financial goals soon, with projections suggesting Lindblad’s existing assets could generate EBITDA exceeding $150 million. This outlook has strengthened analysts’ conviction in the stock’s future performance.
In other recent news, Lindblad Expeditions Holdings reported strong financial results for the first quarter of 2025, with total revenue reaching $180 million, exceeding the forecast of $163.92 million. The company achieved a positive earnings per share (EPS) of $0.01, which was a notable improvement from the anticipated loss of $0.02 per share. This financial performance marks a 17% year-over-year increase in total revenue, with occupancy rates rising significantly to 89%. Lindblad’s land experiences revenue grew by 38%, contributing to the overall success of the quarter. Texas Capital Securities initiated coverage on Lindblad Expeditions with a Buy rating and a price target of $16, highlighting the company’s strategic positioning in the adventure tourism sector. Meanwhile, Stifel analysts adjusted their price target for Lindblad to $17 from $18, maintaining a Buy rating, and noted significant year-over-year increases in first-quarter occupancy rates. The company’s strengthened partnership with Disney/National Geographic is expected to drive occupancy rates back to pre-pandemic levels by 2026. Analysts at both Texas Capital and Stifel expressed confidence in Lindblad’s strategic initiatives and future growth potential, despite economic uncertainties.
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