Lindblad Expeditions Holdings, Inc.

Lindblad Expeditions Holdings, Inc.

LINDยทNASDAQ

$22.70

-4.2%
Consumer CyclicalTravel Services

Lindblad Expeditions Holdings, Inc. provides expedition cruising and land-based adventure travel experiences. The company delivers voyages through a fleet of ten owned expedition ships and five seasonal charter vessels under the Lindblad brand; and operates eco-conscious expeditions and nature focused small-group tours under the Natural Habitat brand. The company also provides luxury cycling and adventure tours worldwide under the DuVine name; active small group and private custom journeys throughout the United States national park under the Off the Beaten Path brand name; and curated active small group and private custom journeys that are centered around cinematic walks led by the local guides under the Classic Journeys name. The company has a strategic alliance with the National Geographic Society. Lindblad Expeditions Holdings, Inc. was founded in 1979 and is headquartered in New York, New York.

At a Glance

Live Snapshot
Market Cap$1.25B
EPS-0.6300
P/E Ratio-26.67
Earnings Date08/03/2026

Intrinsic Alpha Methodology

Thesis Lenses

Signal ยท Driver ยท Risk

Signal

Medium confidence

Valuation multiple is compressed (P/E -26.7).

Valuation inputs: P/E -26.7, earnings yield N/A, momentum -4.2%.

If multiples stay elevated while momentum fades, downside repricing risk rises.

Driver

High confidence

Return profile is acceptable (ROE +14.8%, ROIC +8.8%).

Profitability stack: net margin -3.9%, ROE +14.8%, ROIC +8.8%.

Quality deterioration often appears in margins before it shows up in headline EPS.

Risk

High confidence

Downside profile is elevated and scenario stress-testing is essential.

Risk factors: liabilities/assets +115.7%, momentum -4.2%, net margin -3.9%.

Higher leverage with weak momentum and thin margins can amplify drawdown severity.

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Lindblad Expeditions Holdings, Inc. Market vs Earnings Trajectory

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Lindblad Expeditions Holdings, Inc.

Lindblad Expeditions Holdings, Inc. Fair Value Envelope

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Our analysis suggests that LIND has a fair value of HIDDEN per share in the Base Case projection. With shares currently trading at $22.7, this represents a potential HIDDEN relative to our calculated worth for Lindblad Expeditions Holdings, Inc..

Intrinsic Value
Current Price: $22.7
3Y-72.0%
5Y-69.0%
10Y-673.0%
3Y+83.0%
5Y+836.0%
10Y+218.0%
3Y-73.0%
5Y-70.0%
10Y-711.0%
3Y-5241.0%
5Y-223.0%
10Y+260.0%
3Y-262.0%
5Y-126.0%
10Y-247.0%
3Y+24.0%
5Y+29.0%
10Y+140.0%
Lindblad Expeditions Holdings, Inc.

Lindblad Expeditions Holdings, Inc. Profit Bridge

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Revenue771.02M
Cost of Goods Sold (480.84M)
Gross Profit290.18M
Operating Expenses (244.69M)
Operating Income45.49M
Interest Expense (45.23M)
Other Income/Expense-67.24M
Pretax Income-21.75M
Income Tax (2.48M)
Net Income-29.72M
Net Income
-29.72M

Profitability Analysis

Gross Margin

37.6%

Strong gross margins indicate healthy pricing and efficient production or service delivery.

Operating Margin

5.9%

Acceptable margins but limited operational leverage. Operating expense control is important.

Net Profit Margin

-3.9%

Net losses indicate the company is burning cash. Sustainability depends on path to profitability.

Profitability Insight

Margin squeeze alert: Healthy gross margins but weak operating margins suggest excessive operating expenses. Cost optimization could unlock significant value.

37.64%
Gross Profit Margin
-19%
3Y+15.0%
5Y+229.0%
10Y-26.0%
5.90%
Operating Profit Margin
76%
3Y-139.0%
5Y-105.0%
10Y+2.0%
-3.85%
Net Profit Margin
-20%
3Y-85.0%
5Y-97.0%
10Y-292.0%
14.75%
Return on Equity
-17%
3Y-85.0%
5Y-118.0%
10Y+245.0%
-3.03%
Return on Assets
-15%
3Y-79.0%
5Y-77.0%
10Y-354.0%
8.76%
Return on Invested Capital
98%
3Y-166.0%
5Y-167.0%
10Y-34.0%
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Lindblad Expeditions Holdings, Inc. Cash Conversion Engine

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Net Income-29.72M
Depreciation & Amortization64.56M
Stock-Based Compensation0.00
Change in Working Capital51.36M
Others28.32M
Capital Expenditures-47.74M
Free Cash Flow65.50M

Cash Flow Quality Analysis

FCF Conversion Rate

-220.4%

Negative free cash flow despite positive earnings raises concerns about cash generation ability or heavy capital requirements.

CapEx Intensity

42.2%

Capital-intensive operations require significant reinvestment. Monitor whether CapEx is maintenance or growth-oriented.

FCF Growth Trend

+11.3%

Steady FCF growth indicates consistent cash generation improvement. On a positive trajectory.

Working Capital Impact

+$51.36M

Working capital inflow boosted cash flow. Efficient management of receivables, inventory, and payables contributing positively.

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Lindblad Expeditions Holdings, Inc. Funding & Solvency Profile

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Cash & Cash Equivalents275.01M
Net Receivables0.00
Inventory0.00
Other Current Assets109.74M
Total Current Assets385 M
Property, Plant & Equipment511.76M
Goodwill & Intangible Assets76.64M
Long-Term Investments0.00
Other Non-Current Assets14.03M
Total Non-Current Assets526 M
Total Assets
987.18M

Financial Health Analysis

Current Ratio

0.81x

Warning: Liquidity concerns. Current assets may not be sufficient to cover short-term obligations.

Working Capital

-88368000

Negative working capital indicates short-term liabilities exceed short-term assetsโ€”potential liquidity stress.

Asset Composition

39% Current

Capital-intensive business with significant long-term investments in property, equipment, or intangibles.

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Lindblad Expeditions Holdings, Inc. Street Expectations Map

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Wall Street analysts project that LIND stock may experience modest gains over the coming 12 months. The consensus 1-year price target stands at 23.00, with estimates ranging from a low of 23.00 to a high of 23.00.

Lowest Target
23.00
1.32%
Consensus Target
23.00
1.32%
Highest Target
23.00
1.32%

The consensus 1-year price target stands at 23.00, with estimates ranging from a low of 23.00 to a high of 23.00.

Analyst Consensus Analysis

Upside Potential

+1.3%

Fair value territory. Stock trading near consensus target suggests limited near-term catalysts. Focus on fundamental developments.

Analyst Agreement

0.0% spread

High analyst agreement. Narrow target range indicates strong consensus on valuation, suggesting clear investment thesis and predictable outlook.

Analyst Conviction

Moderate

Neutral sentiment. Fair value pricing with moderate agreement suggests wait-and-see approach or catalyst-driven opportunity.

Market Sentiment Insight

Efficient pricing: Stock trading at fair value with strong consensus suggests market has priced in expectations. Look for fundamental inflection points or new catalysts to drive meaningful moves.

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Lindblad Expeditions Holdings, Inc. Insider Positioning

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During the last 12 months, insiders have sold $28.94M worth of LIND shares, with no buying activity reported.

3 Months

Bought

0

0.00

Sold

160.5K

3.22M

Net Activity

-3.2M

-$3.22M

3-6 Months

Bought

0

0.00

Sold

1.5M

25.53M

Net Activity

-25.5M

-$25.53M

6-9 Months

Bought

0

0.00

Sold

0

0.00

Net Activity

+0

+$0

9-12 Months

Bought

0

0.00

Sold

21.1K

178.40K

Net Activity

-178K

-$178K

Top Buyers

No buying activity

Top Sellers

1
BB

Bressler Benjamin

Officer: *Founder & Ceo Of Nha

803.5K sharesโ€ข11 transactions

$13.30M

2
LS

Lindblad Sven-Olof

Director, 10 Percent Owner:

753.8K sharesโ€ข11 transactions

$12.42M

3
DLD

Dryden L. Dyson

Director

52.7K sharesโ€ข1 transactions

$1.22M

4
SJTS

Smith, Jr. Thomas S.

Director

56.0K sharesโ€ข1 transactions

$984K

5
BT

Byus Trey

Officer: Chief Expedition Officer

36.5K sharesโ€ข2 transactions

$736K

Insider Activity Analysis

Net Insider Sentiment

Bearish

Strong bearish signal with $28.94M net selling. Heavy insider selling may indicate concerns about valuation or near-term prospects.

Buy/Sell Ratio

0.00:1

Very poor ratio. Heavy selling with minimal buying suggests insiders may be concerned about valuation or outlook.

Recent Trend (3 Months)

$3.22M

Heavy recent selling activity. Recent insider sales notably exceed purchasesโ€”may warrant investigation into company developments.

Insider Participation

High Selling

5 insider sellers vs. 0 buyers. Widespread selling across multiple insiders may signal concerns.

Insider Activity Insight

Multiple red flags: Heavy selling, numerous sellers, and continued recent selling create a concerning pattern. Investigate fundamental drivers and consider whether company guidance or industry conditions have deteriorated.

0.05%
Dividend Yield
3Y-77.0%
5Y-65.0%
10Y-
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lind Dividend History

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10Y CAGR +0%
Latest $0
Annual $0
Stable dividend payments
Last Period: +0%