LIND Earnings Prediction
The chart below shows how LIND performed 10 days before and after its earnings report, based on data from the past quarters. Typically, LIND sees a +0.94% change in stock price 10 days leading up to the earnings, and a +2.23% change 10 days following the report. On the earnings day itself, the stock moves by +3.04%. This data can give you a slight idea of what to expect for the next quarter's release.
LIND Key Earning Data
2024/Q4
Year Over Year
Quarter Over Quarter
Total Revenue
148.61M
18.55%
-27.86%
Gross Margin
35.32%
25.69%
-18.05%
Operating Margin
-2.64%
-76.09%
-117.80%
Net Margin
-16.95%
-19.55%
-238.59%
EPS
-0.48
-9.43%
-241.18%
No Data Available
LIND Earnings Analysis
Lindblad Expeditions Holdings Inc Corporation (LIND.O) Earnings Conference Call
Positive
Record Revenue Achievement: Lindblad Expeditions achieved record revenues of $645 million in 2024, marking a 13% increase from the previous year.
Land Segment Revenue Surge: The Land segment's revenue surged by 29%, contributing significantly to overall growth.
EBITDA Growth Performance: Adjusted EBITDA rose by 28% to $91.2 million, reflecting strong operational performance.
Antarctica Cruise Expansion: The company successfully launched the Antarctica Direct fly cruise program, expanding from 4 to 19 voyages in 2025 due to high demand.
New Vessels for Luxury Travel: Two new vessels were introduced in the Galapagos market, enhancing offerings for high net worth travelers and private charters.
Technology Advancements and Efficiency: The company completed key technology advancements, including the Seaware booking platform, improving operational efficiencies.
Conservation Initiatives Commitment: Lindblad facilitated 45 conservation initiatives in 2024, reinforcing its commitment to sustainability and enhancing guest experiences.
Booking Momentum Growth: Strong booking momentum for 2025 and 2026 was reported, with bookings trending ahead of the prior year in both Expedition and Land segments.
Revenue Optimization Strategies: The company is focused on maximizing revenue generation and optimizing financial performance through strategic initiatives.
Cash Flow Strength: Lindblad's balance sheet showed a total cash increase to $216 million, reflecting strong cash flow from operations.
Negative
Net Loss Challenges: Total company net loss available to stockholders was $35.8 million, indicating ongoing financial challenges despite improvements in operations.
Operating Expenses Increase: Operating expenses increased by $55.2 million or 11.1% compared to 2023, which could indicate rising costs that may affect profitability.
Rising Sales and Marketing Costs: Sales and marketing costs rose by $15.6 million or 21.8%, primarily due to higher royalties and additional marketing spend, suggesting increased pressure on margins.
Rising Administrative Costs: General and administrative costs increased by $18.2 million or 17.4%, primarily due to higher personnel costs, which could impact overall financial health.
Limited Capacity Growth: The increase in available guest nights is expected to be only 1.5% for the full year in the Lindblad segment, indicating limited growth in capacity.
Guest Night Fluctuations: The timing of dry docks and maintenance is expected to generate significant year-over-year swings in available guest nights, particularly in Q1 where guest nights are down double-digits, which may affect revenue stability.
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LIND Earning Call Sentiment
Lindblad Expeditions Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:LIND) Q4 2024 Earnings Call Transcript
LIND.O
3.34%Positive
The earnings call highlights strong financial performance with a 13% revenue increase and improved EBITDA. Growth strategies, including partnerships and new offerings, are promising. Despite some Q&A uncertainties, optimistic guidance for 2025 and shareholder return plans support a positive outlook. However, risks like competitive pressures and supply chain challenges persist. Overall, the positive elements outweigh the negatives, suggesting a stock price increase of 2% to 8% over the next two weeks.
