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Norwegian Cruise Line

Norwegian Cruise Line is the world's third-largest cruise company by berths (around 66,500). It operates 32 ships across three brands—Norwegian, Oceania, and Regent Seven Seas—offering both freestyle and luxury cruising. The company redeployed its entire fleet as of May 2022. With 13 passenger vessels on order among its brands through 2036, representing 41,000 incremental berths, Norwegian is increasing capacity faster than its peers, expanding its brand globally. Norwegian sails to around 700 global destinations.

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Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd (NYSE:NCLH)は、2024会計年度第2四半期の売上が前年同期比7.6％増の4％増加で、238億3000万ドル（約2兆600万円）のコンセンサスを下回る237億2000万ドル（約2兆6000億円）を計上、強い決算を発表しました。

EBIDIA 決算発表を受け株価が上昇

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運輸長官ピート・バティジェヂ氏は、ハリケーン「ベリル」の交通機関への影響について懸念を表明し、特に活発なハリケーン季節の開始に伴う飛行機の運行について懸念を示した。このハリケーンは、現在、大きな破壊をもたらしており、カリブ海への旅行にも影響を及ぼすと予想されている。

ドミニカ共和国周辺のハリケーン　運輸と飛行機に影響

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. Ordinary Shares

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Norwegian Cruise Line shares are trading higher after Stifel maintained a Buy rating on the stock and raised its price target from $27 to $29.

Top Wall Street analysts changed their outlook on these top names. For a complete view of all analyst rating changes, including upgrades and downgrades, please see our <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings">analyst ratings page</a>.
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<li>Stifel raised Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NCLH#NYSE">NCLH</a>) price target from $27 to $29. Stifel analyst Steven Wieczynski maintained a Buy rating. Norwegian Cruise Line shares fell 2.1% to close at $19.44 on Thursday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/NCLH/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
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In the last three months, 12 analysts have published ratings on Norwegian Cruise Line (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NCLH#NYSE">NCLH</a>), offering a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish.
The following table encapsulates their recent ratings, offering a glimpse into the evolving sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Indifferent</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">6</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts have set 12-month price targets for Norwegian Cruise Line, revealing an average target of $23.96, a high estimate of $32.00, and a low estimate of $17.50. This upward trend is evident, with the current average reflecting a 7.06% increase from the previous average price target of $22.38.
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1728043270_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Interpreting Analyst Ratings: A Closer Look</h2>
A comprehensive examination of how financial experts perceive Norwegian Cruise Line is derived from recent analyst actions. The following is a detailed summary of key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Steven Wieczynski</td>
<td>Stifel</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$29.00</td>
<td>$27.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Patrick Scholes</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$25.00</td>
<td>$21.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Matthew Boss</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$25.00</td>
<td>$23.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ivan Feinseth</td>
<td>Tigress Financial</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Strong Buy</td>
<td>$32.00</td>
<td>$32.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Stephen Grambling</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$17.50</td>
<td>$16.50</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Matthew Boss</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$23.00</td>
<td>$22.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Christopher Stathoulopoulos</td>
<td>Susquehanna</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$19.00</td>
<td>$18.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Paul Golding</td>
<td>Macquarie</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$24.00</td>
<td>$23.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brandt Montour</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$21.00</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Steven Wieczynski</td>
<td>Stifel</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$27.00</td>
<td>$26.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Matthew Boss</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$22.00</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Andrew Didora</td>
<td>B of A Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$23.00</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: In response to dynamic market conditions and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their reaction to recent developments related to Norwegian Cruise Line. This insight gives a snapshot of analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analysts assign qualitative assessments to stocks, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey the analysts' expectations for the relative performance of Norwegian Cruise Line compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts provide insights into price targets, offering estimates for the future value of Norwegian Cruise Line's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Navigating through these analyst evaluations alongside other financial indicators can contribute to a holistic understanding of Norwegian Cruise Line's market standing. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/NCLH/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Norwegian Cruise Line analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Get to Know Norwegian Cruise Line Better</h2>
Norwegian Cruise Line is the world's third-largest cruise company by berths (around 66,500). It operates 32 ships across three brands—Norwegian, Oceania, and Regent Seven Seas—offering both freestyle and luxury cruising. The company redeployed its entire fleet as of May 2022. With 13 passenger vessels on order among its brands through 2036, representing 41,000 incremental berths, Norwegian is increasing capacity faster than its peers, expanding its brand globally. Norwegian sails to around 700 global destinations.
<h3>Understanding the Numbers: Norwegian Cruise Line's Finances</h3>
Market Capitalization: With restricted market capitalization, the company is positioned below industry averages. This reflects a smaller scale relative to peers.
Revenue Growth: Norwegian Cruise Line's remarkable performance in 3 months is evident. As of 30 June, 2024, the company achieved an impressive revenue growth rate of 7.57%. This signifies a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Consumer Discretionary sector, the company excelled with a growth rate higher than the average among peers.
Net Margin: Norwegian Cruise Line's net margin lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maintaining strong profitability. With a net margin of 6.89%, the company may face hurdles in effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Norwegian Cruise Line's ROE stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROE of 30.98%, the company demonstrates effective use of equity capital and strong financial performance.
Return on Assets (ROA): Norwegian Cruise Line's ROA lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maximizing returns from its assets. With an ROA of 0.82%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial performance.
Debt Management: Norwegian Cruise Line's debt-to-equity ratio stands notably higher than the industry average, reaching 19.39. This indicates a heavier reliance on borrowed funds, raising concerns about financial leverage.
<h2>Understanding the Relevance of Analyst Ratings</h2>
Within the domain of banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their work involves attending company conference calls and meetings, researching company financial statements, and communicating with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically assess and rate each stock once per quarter.
Some analysts publish their predictions for metrics such as growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide additional guidance with their ratings. When using analyst ratings, it is important to keep in mind that stock and sector analysts are also human and are only offering their opinions to investors.
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Expert Outlook: Norwegian Cruise Line Through The Eyes Of 12 Analysts

Stifel analyst Steven Wieczynski maintains Norwegian Cruise Line (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NCLH#NYSE">NCLH</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $27 to $29.

Stifel Maintains Buy on Norwegian Cruise Line, Raises Price Target to $29

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Shares of travel and hotel-related stocks are trading lower amid heightening geopolitical tensions after Iran launched a missile attack on Israel, which could impact global travel demand.

Shares of cruise stocks are trading lower in sympathy with Carnival, which issued guidance below estimates.

Investors with a lot of money to spend have taken a bullish stance on Norwegian Cruise Line (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NCLH#NYSE">NCLH</a>).
And retail traders should know.
We noticed this today when the trades showed up on publicly available options history that we track here at Benzinga.
Whether these are institutions or just wealthy individuals, we don't know. But when something this big happens with NCLH, it often means somebody knows something is about to happen.
So how do we know what these investors just did? 
Today, <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/?utm_source=insights">Benzinga</a>'s options scanner spotted 12 uncommon options trades for Norwegian Cruise Line.
This isn't normal.
The overall sentiment of these big-money traders is split between 50% bullish and 50%, bearish.
Out of all of the special options we uncovered, 7 are puts, for a total amount of $397,556, and 5 are calls, for a total amount of $189,068.
<h3>What's The Price Target?</h3>
After evaluating the trading volumes and Open Interest, it's evident that the major market movers are focusing on a price band between $3.0 and $35.0 for Norwegian Cruise Line, spanning the last three months.
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Development</h3>
Assessing the volume and open interest is a strategic step in options trading. These metrics shed light on the liquidity and investor interest in Norwegian Cruise Line's options at specified strike prices. The forthcoming data visualizes the fluctuation in volume and open interest for both calls and puts, linked to Norwegian Cruise Line's substantial trades, within a strike price spectrum from $3.0 to $35.0 over the preceding 30 days.
<h3>Norwegian Cruise Line Option Volume And Open Interest Over Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1727467429_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Noteworthy Options Activity:</h3>

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<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>NCLH</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/19/25</td>
<td>$4.2</td>
<td>$4.05</td>
<td>$4.2</td>
<td>$22.00</td>
<td>$112.9K</td>
<td>1.3K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">384</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>NCLH</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$2.81</td>
<td>$2.79</td>
<td>$2.79</td>
<td>$22.50</td>
<td>$69.7K</td>
<td>2.1K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">357</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>NCLH</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/19/25</td>
<td>$6.0</td>
<td>$5.85</td>
<td>$6.0</td>
<td>$25.00</td>
<td>$68.4K</td>
<td>70</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">114</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>NCLH</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$18.1</td>
<td>$17.85</td>
<td>$18.05</td>
<td>$3.00</td>
<td>$64.9K</td>
<td>48</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>NCLH</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>11/15/24</td>
<td>$4.3</td>
<td>$4.2</td>
<td>$4.28</td>
<td>$25.00</td>
<td>$41.5K</td>
<td>2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">97</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Norwegian Cruise Line</h3>
Norwegian Cruise Line is the world's third-largest cruise company by berths (around 66,500). It operates 32 ships across three brands—Norwegian, Oceania, and Regent Seven Seas—offering both freestyle and luxury cruising. The company redeployed its entire fleet as of May 2022. With 13 passenger vessels on order among its brands through 2036, representing 41,000 incremental berths, Norwegian is increasing capacity faster than its peers, expanding its brand globally. Norwegian sails to around 700 global destinations.
<h3>Current Position of Norwegian Cruise Line</h3>
<ul>
<li>Currently trading with a volume of 8,619,610, the NCLH's price is down by -0.17%, now at $21.05. </li>
<li>RSI readings suggest the stock is currently may be overbought.</li>
<li>Anticipated earnings release is in 33 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Expert Opinions on Norwegian Cruise Line</h3>
A total of 2 professional analysts have given their take on this stock in the last 30 days, setting an average price target of $25.0.
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&#x2A; An analyst from Truist Securities persists with their Buy rating on Norwegian Cruise Line, maintaining a target price of $25. 
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Whales are entities with large sums of money and we track their transactions here at Benzinga on our options activity scanner.
Traders often look for circumstances when the market estimation of an option diverges away from its normal worth. Abnormal amounts of trading activity could push option prices to hyperbolic or underperforming levels. 
Here's the list of options activity happening in today's session: 
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<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>TSLA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>09/27/24</td>
<td>$255.00</td>
<td>$31.8K</td>
<td>17.3K</td>
<td>64.6K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>NCLH</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>10/04/24</td>
<td>$19.50</td>
<td>$26.4K</td>
<td>8.2K</td>
<td>8.5K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>BABA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$105.00</td>
<td>$27.2K</td>
<td>9.8K</td>
<td>4.7K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>WYNN</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>10/18/24</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
<td>$72.0K</td>
<td>5.9K</td>
<td>3.4K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AMZN</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>10/18/24</td>
<td>$185.00</td>
<td>$48.6K</td>
<td>10.4K</td>
<td>1.8K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>LI</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>11/15/24</td>
<td>$26.00</td>
<td>$64.0K</td>
<td>214</td>
<td>1.4K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PDD</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>10/25/24</td>
<td>$130.00</td>
<td>$90.0K</td>
<td>755</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>JD</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>11/01/24</td>
<td>$33.00</td>
<td>$27.4K</td>
<td>192</td>
<td>237</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SBUX</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$100.00</td>
<td>$41.8K</td>
<td>4.4K</td>
<td>175</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CROX</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$175.00</td>
<td>$96.7K</td>
<td>163</td>
<td>142</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h2>Explanation</h2>
These itemized elaborations have been created using the accompanying table. 
• For TSLA (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bearish, expiring in 1 day(s) on September 27, 2024. This event was a transfer of 163 contract(s) at a $255.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 24 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $31.8K, with a price of $195.0 per contract. There were 17382 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 64692 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For NCLH (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NCLH#NYSE">NCLH</a>), we notice a put option trade that happens to be neutral, expiring in 8 day(s) on October 4, 2024. This event was a transfer of 2200 contract(s) at a $19.50 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $26.4K, with a price of $12.0 per contract. There were 8278 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 8532 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding BABA (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BABA#NYSE">BABA</a>), we observe a call option trade with bearish sentiment. It expires in 85 day(s) on December 20, 2024. Parties traded 33 contract(s) at a $105.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $27.2K, with a price of $827.0 per contract. There were 9850 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 4779 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For WYNN (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WYNN#NASDAQ">WYNN</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bullish, expiring in 22 day(s) on October 18, 2024. This event was a transfer of 200 contract(s) at a $90.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $72.0K, with a price of $360.0 per contract. There were 5947 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 3423 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding AMZN (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>), we observe a put option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 22 day(s) on October 18, 2024. Parties traded 200 contract(s) at a $185.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 8 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $48.6K, with a price of $243.0 per contract. There were 10450 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1868 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For LI (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LI#NASDAQ">LI</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bullish, expiring in 50 day(s) on November 15, 2024. This event was a transfer of 305 contract(s) at a $26.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $64.0K, with a price of $210.0 per contract. There were 214 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1454 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding PDD (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PDD#NASDAQ">PDD</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 29 day(s) on October 25, 2024. Parties traded 150 contract(s) at a $130.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 5 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $90.0K, with a price of $600.0 per contract. There were 755 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1091 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding JD (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JD#NASDAQ">JD</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 36 day(s) on November 1, 2024. Parties traded 51 contract(s) at a $33.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 3 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $27.4K, with a price of $538.0 per contract. There were 192 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 237 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding SBUX (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SBUX#NASDAQ">SBUX</a>), we observe a call option trade with bullish sentiment. It expires in 85 day(s) on December 20, 2024. Parties traded 95 contract(s) at a $100.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $41.8K, with a price of $440.0 per contract. There were 4481 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 175 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding CROX (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CROX#NASDAQ">CROX</a>), we observe a call option trade with bullish sentiment. It expires in 176 day(s) on March 21, 2025. Parties traded 118 contract(s) at a $175.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $96.7K, with a price of $820.0 per contract. There were 163 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 142 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
Options Alert Terminology 
 - Call Contracts: The right to buy shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Put Contracts: The right to sell shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Expiration Date: When the contract expires. One must act on the contract by this date if one wants to use it. 
 - Premium/Option Price: The price of the contract. 
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Truist Securities analyst Patrick Scholes maintains Norwegian Cruise Line (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NCLH#NYSE">NCLH</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $21 to $25.

Truist Securities Maintains Buy on Norwegian Cruise Line, Raises Price Target to $25

Financial giants have made a conspicuous bullish move on Norwegian Cruise Line. Our analysis of options history for Norwegian Cruise Line (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NCLH#NYSE">NCLH</a>) revealed 8 unusual trades.
Delving into the details, we found 62% of traders were bullish, while 37% showed bearish tendencies. Out of all the trades we spotted, 3 were puts, with a value of $128,577, and 5 were calls, valued at $414,250.
<h3>Expected Price Movements</h3>
Based on the trading activity, it appears that the significant investors are aiming for a price territory stretching from $5.0 to $22.5 for Norwegian Cruise Line over the recent three months. 
<h3>Insights into Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
Assessing the volume and open interest is a strategic step in options trading. These metrics shed light on the liquidity and investor interest in Norwegian Cruise Line's options at specified strike prices. The forthcoming data visualizes the fluctuation in volume and open interest for both calls and puts, linked to Norwegian Cruise Line's substantial trades, within a strike price spectrum from $5.0 to $22.5 over the preceding 30 days.
<h3>Norwegian Cruise Line Option Activity Analysis: Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1727122541_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Largest Options Trades Observed:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>NCLH</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$2.41</td>
<td>$2.35</td>
<td>$2.39</td>
<td>$22.00</td>
<td>$239.0K</td>
<td>202</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>NCLH</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$2.81</td>
<td>$2.79</td>
<td>$2.79</td>
<td>$22.50</td>
<td>$70.0K</td>
<td>1.6K</td>
<td>253</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>NCLH</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>10/04/24</td>
<td>$0.7</td>
<td>$0.66</td>
<td>$0.69</td>
<td>$21.00</td>
<td>$55.2K</td>
<td>520</td>
<td>2.1K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>NCLH</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$11.3</td>
<td>$11.15</td>
<td>$11.2</td>
<td>$10.00</td>
<td>$51.5K</td>
<td>2.0K</td>
<td>46</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>NCLH</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$15.9</td>
<td>$15.8</td>
<td>$15.9</td>
<td>$5.00</td>
<td>$41.3K</td>
<td>333</td>
<td>0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Norwegian Cruise Line</h3>
Norwegian Cruise Line is the world's third-largest cruise company by berths (around 66,500). It operates 32 ships across three brands—Norwegian, Oceania, and Regent Seven Seas—offering both freestyle and luxury cruising. The company redeployed its entire fleet as of May 2022. With 13 passenger vessels on order among its brands through 2036, representing 41,000 incremental berths, Norwegian is increasing capacity faster than its peers, expanding its brand globally. Norwegian sails to around 700 global destinations.
After a thorough review of the options trading surrounding Norwegian Cruise Line, we move to examine the company in more detail. This includes an assessment of its current market status and performance.
<h3>Current Position of Norwegian Cruise Line</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a volume of 12,222,145, the price of NCLH is up 0.48% at $20.99. </li>
<li>RSI indicators hint that the underlying stock may be overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings are expected to be released in 37 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What The Experts Say On Norwegian Cruise Line</h3>
1 market experts have recently issued ratings for this stock, with a consensus target price of $25.0.
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Norwegian Cruise Line's Options Frenzy: What You Need to Know

Providing a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish, 10 analysts have published ratings on Norwegian Cruise Line (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NCLH#NYSE">NCLH</a>) in the last three months.
The following table provides a quick overview of their recent ratings, highlighting the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Indifferent</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">6</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">5</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
In the assessment of 12-month price targets, analysts unveil insights for Norwegian Cruise Line, presenting an average target of $23.35, a high estimate of $32.00, and a low estimate of $17.50. This upward trend is apparent, with the current average reflecting a 5.9% increase from the previous average price target of $22.05.
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1726516833_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Understanding Analyst Ratings: A Comprehensive Breakdown</h2>
The analysis of recent analyst actions sheds light on the perception of Norwegian Cruise Line by financial experts. The following summary presents key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Matthew Boss</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$25.00</td>
<td>$23.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ivan Feinseth</td>
<td>Tigress Financial</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Strong Buy</td>
<td>$32.00</td>
<td>$32.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Stephen Grambling</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$17.50</td>
<td>$16.50</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Matthew Boss</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$23.00</td>
<td>$22.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Christopher Stathoulopoulos</td>
<td>Susquehanna</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$19.00</td>
<td>$18.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Paul Golding</td>
<td>Macquarie</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$24.00</td>
<td>$23.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brandt Montour</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$21.00</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Steven Wieczynski</td>
<td>Stifel</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$27.00</td>
<td>$26.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Matthew Boss</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$22.00</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Andrew Didora</td>
<td>B of A Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$23.00</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts frequently update their recommendations based on evolving market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to Norwegian Cruise Line. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Offering insights into predictions, analysts assign qualitative values, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Norwegian Cruise Line compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Gaining insights, analysts provide estimates for the future value of Norwegian Cruise Line's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Assessing these analyst evaluations alongside crucial financial indicators can provide a comprehensive overview of Norwegian Cruise Line's market position. Stay informed and make well-judged decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/NCLH/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Norwegian Cruise Line analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Discovering Norwegian Cruise Line: A Closer Look</h2>
Norwegian Cruise Line is the world's third-largest cruise company by berths (around 66,500). It operates 32 ships across three brands—Norwegian, Oceania, and Regent Seven Seas—offering both freestyle and luxury cruising. The company redeployed its entire fleet as of May 2022. With 13 passenger vessels on order among its brands through 2036, representing 41,000 incremental berths, Norwegian is increasing capacity faster than its peers, expanding its brand globally. Norwegian sails to around 700 global destinations.
<h3>A Deep Dive into Norwegian Cruise Line's Financials</h3>
Market Capitalization: With restricted market capitalization, the company is positioned below industry averages. This reflects a smaller scale relative to peers.
Revenue Growth: Norwegian Cruise Line's remarkable performance in 3 months is evident. As of 30 June, 2024, the company achieved an impressive revenue growth rate of 7.57%. This signifies a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company stands out with a growth rate higher than the average among peers in the Consumer Discretionary sector.
Net Margin: The company's net margin is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in achieving strong profitability. With a net margin of 6.89%, the company may need to address challenges in effective cost control.
Return on Equity (ROE): Norwegian Cruise Line's ROE surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 30.98% ROE, the company effectively utilizes shareholder equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): Norwegian Cruise Line's ROA is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of 0.82%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial returns.
Debt Management: Norwegian Cruise Line's debt-to-equity ratio is notably higher than the industry average. With a ratio of 19.39, the company relies more heavily on borrowed funds, indicating a higher level of financial risk.
<h2>What Are Analyst Ratings?</h2>
Analysts are specialists within banking and financial systems that typically report for specific stocks or within defined sectors. These people research company financial statements, sit in conference calls and meetings, and speak with relevant insiders to determine what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts will rate each stock once a quarter. 
Some analysts will also offer forecasts for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide further guidance on stocks. Investors who use analyst ratings should note that this specialized advice comes from humans and may be subject to error.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

Evaluating Norwegian Cruise Line: Insights From 10 Financial Analysts

JP Morgan analyst Matthew Boss maintains Norwegian Cruise Line (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NCLH#NYSE">NCLH</a>) with a Neutral and raises the price target from $23 to $25.

JP Morgan Maintains Neutral on Norwegian Cruise Line, Raises Price Target to $25

Cruise stocks are cruising in the fast lane, and according to analysts, the seas ahead look crystal clear. Royal Caribbean Group (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RCL#NYSE">RCL</a>), Carnival Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CCL#NYSE">CCL</a>), and Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NCLH#NYSE">NCLH</a>) are poised for a strong setup in 2025, backed by rising demand and pricing power, according to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/cruise-lines">JPMorgan analyst Matthew R. Boss</a>.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">&#8216;Zero Signs&#8217; Of Demand Softening For Cruise Lines</h2>
"Zero signs of softening in any lead indicator," said Boss after attending the Endless Summer Forum in Miami. That includes everything from booking curves to onboard spending – with Royal Caribbean and Norwegian Cruise Line&#8217;s management confirming the industry's sturdy footing. 
With nearly half of 2025's capacity already booked, cruises are setting sail much earlier than usual, extending bookings as far as 2027.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Royal Caribbean &#8216;In A Very Good Spot&#8217;</h2>
RCL is leading the charge. CFO Naftali Holtz stated, &#8220;We're in a very good spot,&#8221; citing how 70% of passengers make pre-cruise purchases, which translates to a significant onboard spending boost. The company is banking on long-term drivers, including the arrival of new ships like &#8220;Utopia of the Seas&#8221; and &#8220;Star of the Seas&#8221; to fuel further growth.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Carnival Prepares For Q3 Earnings</h2>
Meanwhile, Carnival is ready to ride the wave, with its third quarter earnings expected to get a lift from the continued surge in demand, particularly in Europe and Alaska. 
The company remains optimistic about maintaining its pricing power, which remains about 25% lower than land-based alternatives – a strong selling point for thrifty travelers.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Norwegian&#8217;s Management Is &#8216;Very Confident&#8217;</h2>
Norwegian Cruise Line remains neutral in JPMorgan&#8217;s outlook but sees clear skies ahead. Management expressed "very confident" expectations of hitting a $300 million cost savings target, driven by initiatives such as optimizing fuel use and streamlining menus—all while keeping passengers satisfied.
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As Royal Caribbean, Carnival, and Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings navigate the post-pandemic recovery, each is showing unique strengths. 
Royal Caribbean&#8217;s focus on new ship launches and immersive experiences, Carnival's strong booking trends and cost-efficiency strategies, and Norwegian's premium offerings suggest that all three are well-positioned to benefit from increasing consumer demand. The cruise industry, with its multi-generational appeal and rising demand, seems to be taking a larger slice of the $1.9 trillion global vacation pie. 
However, challenges such as inflationary pressures and rising operational costs could impact profitability. Investors will need to weigh these factors as they consider which cruise line is best positioned to capitalize on the industry&#8217;s recovery and continue gaining market share.
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Consumers are apparently itching to go <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/technicals/24/08/40471397/norwegian-cruise-line-sails-into-troubled-waters-as-financial-struggles-bearish-trends-p">on a cruise</a> as online interest in cruise lines has shown consistent growth over the past several months, according to website analytics company Similarweb.
Website traffic to these companies has risen year over year nearly every two weeks from late March to late August, its data showed.
Traffic surged 15% year-over-year on April 26 and May 10, and 12% on May 24. It also increased by 8% on April 12 and June 7, and 5% on June 21. Additionally, traffic rose by 3% on March 29 and by 2% on Aug. 2, 16, and 20
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It fell only once over the five -month period, dropping 3% on July 19 from a year ago.
Web traffic to other sectors within travel and entertainment—such as airlines, hotels, rental cars, entertainment, online travel agencies, and meta search engines—declined on the same days compared to a year earlier, according to Similarweb.
Entertainment saw the biggest drops in year-over-year web traffic in the past two months, registering declines of 27% on July 19, 24% on Aug. 2 and 23% on Aug. 16. Online visits to this sector dropped 17% from a year earlier on June 7 and Aug. 30, 14% on June 21 and 12% on May 24.
Other sectors that saw a 12% year-over-year drop include airlines on July 5 and rental cars on April 12.
Price Action: Cruise companies saw gains and losses during Thursday&#8217;s pre-market trading.
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<li>Carnival Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CCL#NYSE">CCL</a>) gained 0.12% to $16.56</li>
<li>Royal Caribbean Group Ltd. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RCL#NYSE">RCL</a>) edged up 0.52% to $163</li>
<li>Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NCLH#NYSE">NCLH</a>) dipped 0.21% to $18.66</li>
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The offering of the Notes is expected to close on September 17, 2024, subject to customary closing conditions. We intend to use the net proceeds from the Notes Offering, together with cash on hand, to redeem&nbsp;$315.0 million&nbsp;aggregate principal amount of the&nbsp;3.625%&nbsp;Senior Notes due 2024 (the &quot;2024 Senior Notes&quot;), including to pay any accrued and unpaid interest thereon. The redemption of the 2024 Senior Notes will be conditioned upon the consummation of the Notes Offering.

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Travel over the Labor Day holiday has <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/education/24/08/40653618/labor-day-weekend-with-a-billionaire-did-benzinga-readers-pick-musk-branson-cuban-gates-or-bezo">picked up significantly</a> from a year ago, data revealed.
Domestic travel is up 9% from the same period last year as American Automobile Association (AAA) booking data shows a 30% jump in trips to Seattle, partly because Seattle is a major port city for cruises to Alaska.
"This is a great time of year to take a cruise to Alaska. Crowds are smaller than earlier in the summer, the weather is still decent, although chillier than in July and August, and you may even see some fall colors," said Doreen Loofburrow, senior vice president of travel at AAA Oregon/Idaho.
Gas prices over Labor Day are averaging $3.35 a gallon nationwide, down from an average of $3.81 a gallon during the same period in 2023, according to AAA.
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The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) said it plans to screen more than 17 million people at airports during what is expected to be the busiest Labor Day travel period on record from Aug. 29 into Sept. 4. TSA expects to screen 2.86 million travelers on the busiest day of Aug. 30.
The TSA said this summer&#8217;s air travel volumes have been the highest it has seen in its history, and it expects passenger volumes to be 8.5% higher than last year during this time. 
&#8220;People are traveling more than ever this summer and TSA along with our airline and airport partners stand ready to close the busiest summer travel period on record during this upcoming Labor Day weekend," said TSA Administrator David Pekoske. 
Price Action: Rental car companies, airlines and cruise providers gave varied performances on Wall Street into Friday&#8217;s early-afternoon trading as the busy travel period was underway.
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<li>Hertz Global Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HTZ#NASDAQ">HTZ</a>) declined 3.1% to $3.10</li>
<li>Avis Budget Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CAR#NASDAQ">CAR</a>) fell 0.99% to $81.82</li>
<li>Delta Air Lines, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DAL#NYSE">DAL</a>) gained 1.1% to $42.01</li>
<li>United Airlines Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UAL#NASDAQ">UAL</a>) rose 1.92% to $43.46</li>
<li>Carnival Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CCL#NYSE">CCL</a>) slipped 1.42% to $16.31</li>
<li>Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NCLH#NYSE">NCLH</a>) slid 0.98% to $17.67</li>
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Labor Day Getaway: Travelers Hit The Road As Gas Prices Drop

Wall Street remained relatively quiet during Tuesday morning trading as investors held their breath for key events <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/08/40570314/top-nvidia-analyst-sees-no-major-impact-from-blackwell-delay-but-flags-one-caveat-h">later in the week. </a>
The AI powerhouse Nvidia Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) is in the spotlight ahead of its Wednesday post-market earnings report, while traders also eagerly await the Federal Reserve's favorite inflation report on Friday.
Tech stocks slightly rebounded by 0.3%, after a 1% drop on Monday, while the S&amp;P 500 held broadly flat. Both blue chips and small caps fell, down 0.2% and 1% respectively. 
Industry-wise cruise lines led gains, with Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NCLH#NYSE">NCLH</a>), Carnival Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CCL#NYSE">CCL</a>) and Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RCL#NYSE">RCL</a>) rising 4%, 3.9% and 3.3% on positive investor sentiment toward the sector. 
Semiconductors rebounded, with the iShares Semiconductor ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SOXX#NYSE">SOXX</a>) up 0.9%, after tumbling 2.5% a day earlier.
Energy-related stocks fell, dragged down by the pullback in oil prices. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) light crude fell by 2% as geopolitical risks in the Middle East showed no significant escalation in recent hours, while Goldman Sachs analysts downplayed concerns over potential <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/08/40576919/goldman-sachs-lowers-oil-price-forecasts-says-us-supply-beating-expectations-downpl">disruptions in Libyan oil production.</a>
The U.S. dollar eased by 0.2%, reversing Monday&#8217;s gains. Treasury yields remained unchanged, with speculators continuing to assign a higher chance on smaller 25-basis-point rate cut in September. 
Gold prices slipped by 0.1%, while Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) fell by 2%, mimicking Monday&#8217;s drop. 
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Tuesday&#8217;s Performance In Major Indices, ETFs</h3>
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<td>Major Indices</td>
<td>Price</td>
<td>1-day chg %</td>
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<td>Nasdaq 100</td>
<td>19,576</td>
<td>0.3%</td>
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<td>S&amp;P 500</td>
<td>5,621</td>
<td>0.1%</td>
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<td>Dow Jones</td>
<td>41,154</td>
<td>-0.2%</td>
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<td>Russell 2000</td>
<td>2,200</td>
<td>-1.0%</td>
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<figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Updated at 1:00 p.m. ET</figcaption></figure>
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<li>The&nbsp;SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>)&nbsp;was flat at $560.92.</li>
<li>The&nbsp;SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DIA#NYSE">DIA</a>)&nbsp;eased 0.1% to $412.16.</li>
<li>The tech-heavy Invesco QQQ Trust Series (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>) rose 0.2% to $476.11.</li>
<li>The iShares Russell 2000 ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IWM#NYSE">IWM</a>) fell 1% to $218.35.</li>
<li>The Financials Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLF#NYSE">XLF</a>) outperformed, by 0.4%. The Energy Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLE#NYSE">XLE</a>) lagged, down by 1.1%.</li>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Tuesday&#8217;s Stock Movers</h3>
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<li>Paramount Global (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PARA#NASDAQ">PARA</a>) fell over 6% after media veteran&nbsp;Edgar Bronfman, Jr., <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/08/40568461/paramount-concludes-go-shop-period-as-edgar-bronfman-pulls-out-paving-way-for-8-4b-merger-with-o">withdrew his offer for the company</a> paving the way for it to combine with Skydance Media, LLC.</li>
<li>CAVA Group, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CAVA#NYSE">CAVA</a>) plunged over 5% after the company&#8217;s post-earnings spike on Monday, as the CEO and other insiders reduced their stakes. </li>
<li>PDD Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PDD#NASDAQ">PDD</a>) fell over 3% after Monday&#8217;s sharp 30% drop, as analysts slashed their price forecasts on <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/24/08/40575491/these-analysts-slash-their-forecasts-on-pdd-holdings-following-q2-results">the Chinese retail giant. </a></li>
<li>Ambarella, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMBA#NASDAQ">AMBA</a>), Box, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BOX#NYSE">BOX</a>), nCino, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NCNO#NASDAQ">NCNO</a>), Nordstrom, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JWN#NYSE">JWN</a>), PVH Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PVH#NYSE">PVH</a>), Semtech Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SMTC#NASDAQ">SMTC</a>) and SentinelOne, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/S#NYSE">S</a>) are among the companies due to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/calendars/earnings">release their quarterly results after the market close.</a></li>
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Wall Street Mixed Ahead Of Week's Key Events, Cruise Lines Rally, Oil Slips: What's Driving Markets Tuesday?

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Shares of hotel, restaurant and leisure companies are trading higher amid overall market strength following Fed Chair Powell's comments about the economy and future rate cuts.

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NCLH#NYSE">NCLH</a>) has faced rough seas this year, with its stock down 13.02% year-to-date, a 6.32% decline over the past year, and a sharp 19.23% drop in just <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/NCLH/news">the past month</a>.
The company's financial outlook is under pressure, and with significant industry headwinds on the horizon, investors are left questioning whether the worst is still to come.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Financial Struggles, Industry Challenges</h2>
Norwegian Cruise Line&#8217;s financial position raises <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/NCLH/analyst-ratings">red flags</a>. The company expects its net leverage to decrease by only 1.5 turns from 2023 to 2024, despite ongoing ship announcements. This modest improvement highlights potential difficulties in de-leveraging effectively. 
Additionally, Norwegian may struggle to keep pace with its peers in terms of capacity growth. Competitors are projecting year-over-year decreases in capital expenditures, casting doubt on Norwegian's ability to meet market expectations.
Adding to these challenges, Norwegian&#8217;s EBITDA remains below 2019 levels, which is concerning given the long-term impacts of COVID-19, rising fuel prices and potential economic slowdowns. These factors collectively paint a cautious outlook for the cruise line giant.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Death Cross Looms For Norwegian Cruise Line Stock</h2>
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Technically, Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings appears to be heading towards a critical juncture. The stock is currently trading below its five-day, 20-day and 50-day exponential moving averages, signaling a strongly bearish trend. 
A particularly alarming indicator is the approaching Death Cross, where the 50-day moving average is on the verge of crossing below the 200-day moving average. This pattern often signals further declines and could indicate more rough seas ahead for Norwegian Cruise Line stock.
Other technical indicators reinforce this bearish sentiment. The negative Moving Average Convergence Divergence (MACD) and a Relative Strength Index (RSI) at 42.94 suggest the stock is in a neutral zone, not yet oversold, but still in bearish territory. With Bollinger Bands positioning the stock near the lower band, the overall technical picture for Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings remains grim.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Rough Seas Ahead?</h2>
With financial struggles and a looming death cross, it appears Norwegian Cruise Line's stock may be heading for troubled waters. Investors should tread carefully as these indicators suggest more potential downside.
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