Norwegian Cruise Line (NYSE:NCLH) Cut to Strong Sell at Wells Fargo & Company

Wells Fargo & Company lowered shares of Norwegian Cruise Line (NYSE:NCLH) from a strong-buy rating to a strong sell rating in a research note published on Monday morning,Zacks.com reports.

Several other analysts also recently weighed in on the company. Susquehanna cut their price target on Norwegian Cruise Line from $25.00 to $21.00 and set a “neutral” rating on the stock in a research note on Wednesday, November 12th. Truist Financial dropped their price target on shares of Norwegian Cruise Line from $31.00 to $26.00 and set a “buy” rating on the stock in a research note on Tuesday, December 2nd. Mizuho increased their price objective on shares of Norwegian Cruise Line from $29.00 to $32.00 and gave the company an “outperform” rating in a research report on Friday, December 12th. Weiss Ratings restated a “hold (c)” rating on shares of Norwegian Cruise Line in a research note on Thursday, January 22nd. Finally, Citigroup upped their price objective on Norwegian Cruise Line from $26.00 to $29.00 and gave the company a “buy” rating in a research report on Wednesday, January 14th. Two research analysts have rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, eight have given a Buy rating, twelve have issued a Hold rating and one has given a Sell rating to the company. According to MarketBeat.com, the stock currently has a consensus rating of “Hold” and a consensus target price of $26.32.

Norwegian Cruise Line Stock Performance

Shares of NCLH stock opened at $23.82 on Monday. The stock has a market cap of $10.84 billion, a PE ratio of 17.51, a price-to-earnings-growth ratio of 0.63 and a beta of 2.06. The company has a current ratio of 0.19, a quick ratio of 0.17 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 6.22. Norwegian Cruise Line has a 12 month low of $14.21 and a 12 month high of $27.18. The company’s fifty day moving average price is $22.77 and its 200-day moving average price is $22.58.

Institutional Inflows and Outflows

Several institutional investors and hedge funds have recently bought and sold shares of the company. MUFG Securities EMEA plc bought a new stake in Norwegian Cruise Line during the second quarter valued at approximately $26,000. Caitong International Asset Management Co. Ltd bought a new stake in shares of Norwegian Cruise Line during the 4th quarter valued at $31,000. Clearstead Advisors LLC grew its position in shares of Norwegian Cruise Line by 130.2% during the 4th quarter. Clearstead Advisors LLC now owns 1,607 shares of the company’s stock valued at $36,000 after acquiring an additional 909 shares during the period. Laurel Wealth Advisors LLC increased its position in Norwegian Cruise Line by 1,928.0% in the second quarter. Laurel Wealth Advisors LLC now owns 2,028 shares of the company’s stock worth $41,000 after buying an additional 1,928 shares in the last quarter. Finally, Aventura Private Wealth LLC bought a new position in shares of Norwegian Cruise Line in the fourth quarter worth about $42,000. 69.58% of the stock is owned by hedge funds and other institutional investors.

Norwegian Cruise Line News Summary

Here are the key news stories impacting Norwegian Cruise Line this week:

• Positive Sentiment: Oceania Cruises launched an Oceania Club Ambassador referral program that could boost bookings and guest acquisition at one of NCLH’s premium brands, supporting near-term demand. Oceania Cruises Introduces the Oceania Club Ambassador Program
• Positive Sentiment: NCLH announced orders that expand its newbuild pipeline to 17 ships, signaling management confidence in long-term demand and route capacity expansion (but also implying incremental capex/debt). Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Orders New Ships for Every Line, Expanding Fleet to 17 Newbuilds
• Positive Sentiment: Activist Elliott’s stake and public push, plus the appointment of John W. Chidsey as CEO, create a potential catalyst for strategic/operational changes that could unlock value if executed well. Expect volatility while the board and new management articulate a plan. Elliott Pressure And New CEO Put Norwegian Cruise Line At Turning Point
• Positive Sentiment: Recent intraday/closing moves showed NCLH outperforming the market in the prior session, indicating short-term buying interest that can limit downside if upcoming results are solid. Norwegian Cruise Line (NCLH) Surpasses Market Returns: Some Facts Worth Knowing
• Neutral Sentiment: Analyst previews diving into Q4 metrics suggest rising occupancy, strong pricing and cost control, but emphasize mixed signals (e.g., ESP concerns). These previews raise the stakes for the upcoming earnings print without a clear directional implication. What Analyst Projections for Key Metrics Reveal About Norwegian Cruise Line (NCLH) Q4 Earnings
• Neutral Sentiment: Zacks’ earnings preview (“Buy now or wait?”) notes improving demand drivers but warns that a prior sharp rally and negative ESP could cap upside if results only meet expectations. NCLH to Report Q4 Earnings: Buy Now or Wait for Results?
• Neutral Sentiment: Brokerage consensus remains around a “moderate buy” average rating, reflecting differing analyst views that may temper large moves until guidance/earnings provide clarity. Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. (NYSE:NCLH) Given Average Rating of “Moderate Buy” by Brokerages
• Negative Sentiment: Wells Fargo downgraded NCLH from “strong-buy” to “strong sell,” a sharp shift that can pressure the stock by prompting some funds to trim positions and by influencing investor sentiment. Wells Fargo Downgrade Coverage

About Norwegian Cruise Line

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. (NYSE: NCLH) is a global cruise operator offering a portfolio of premium brands that includes Norwegian Cruise Line, Oceania Cruises and Regent Seven Seas Cruises. The company provides sea voyages and related onboard services such as dining, entertainment, shore excursions and destination experiences. Its fleet of modern vessels sails to more than 400 destinations across all seven continents, serving leisure travelers with itineraries ranging from short Caribbean getaways to extended world voyages.

Founded in 1966 by Knut Kloster and Ted Arison, the company pioneered the concept of “Freestyle Cruising,” which allows passengers greater flexibility in dining schedules, entertainment choices and onboard activities.