Mizuho sets $21 target for Norwegian Cruise Line shares

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Mizuho sets $21 target for Norwegian Cruise Line shares

Tuesday, Mizuho initiated coverage on Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings (NYSE: NCLH ) with an Underperform rating and a price target of $21.00. The firm's analysis points to potential growth in the company's financials for the year 2024, driven by higher-than-anticipated net yields. Despite changes to itineraries in the Red Sea and Middle East, the firm believes Norwegian Cruise Line's yield guidance for the year appears conservative.

The report also highlights Norwegian Cruise Line's enhanced cost control measures. The company is reportedly aiming to leverage these cost savings to mitigate the effects of inflation, which could bolster the near to medium-term financial outlook. This effort to balance costs is seen as a positive move for the cruise operator amidst broader economic pressures.

However, the firm's outlook is cautious due to significant capital expenditure (capex) requirements anticipated for the year 2025. These looming expenses are expected to weigh on the company's free cash flow (FCF), presenting a financial challenge for Norwegian Cruise Line. The analysis suggests that these capex demands would make the cruise line operator the most expensive among its peers, factoring into the Underperform rating.

The price target of $21.00 reflects the firm's assessment of Norwegian Cruise Line's stock value considering the company's earnings potential and upcoming financial commitments.

The firm's coverage offers investors a perspective on the cruise line's financial health and market position as it navigates through a post-pandemic travel industry and addresses its forthcoming financial obligations.

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