Benchmark Reiterates Buy Rating on Lindblad Expeditions
Benchmark maintains a positive outlook on Lindblad Expeditions Holdings, Inc. with a $34 price target, a 20.40% upside from the current price.
Key Points
- On June 29, 2026, Benchmark reiterated its buy rating for Lindblad Expeditions with a price target of $34.
- Benchmark's $34 price target implies 20.40% upside from Lindblad Expeditions Holdings, Inc.'s ($LIND) current $28.24 share price.
- Lindblad Expeditions has a market cap of about $1.94 billion and a forward P/E of 88.3.
- Recent insider transactions include CEO Natalya Leahy selling 9,763 shares on June 22, 2026.
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Benchmark reiterated its buy rating on Lindblad Expeditions Holdings, Inc. (NasdaqCM: LIND) on June 29, 2026. Analyst Michael Albanese set a price target of $34, maintaining a positive outlook for the company.
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Other Institutional Activity in Lindblad Expeditions
FMR LLC significantly boosted its holdings in Lindblad, adding 4,114,160 shares to reach 4,117,350 shares worth about $71.2 million. BlackRock, Inc. increased its stake by 42,538 shares, bringing its total to 3,505,597 shares valued at approximately $60.6 million, reflecting a 1.2% increase. Ariel Investments, LLC, however, reduced its position by 1,679,756 shares, now holding 3,439,063 shares valued at $59.5 million, marking a 32.8% decrease. Vanguard Capital Management LLC and MSD Partners, L.P. both opened new positions, with each acquiring over 1.6 million shares.
Lindblad Expeditions Holdings, Inc. Stock Down 4.6%
Shares of Lindblad Expeditions traded near $29.57 on Monday. The company, with a market cap of about $1.94 billion, has a forward P/E ratio of 88.3 and a beta of 2.273, indicating higher volatility. The stock's 52-week range is between $11.37 and $30.00. It has a 50-day moving average of $21.35 and a 200-day moving average of $16.70. Lindblad's current ratio stands at 0.813, with a quick ratio of 0.581.
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Recent Earnings
Lindblad Expeditions reported revenue of $799.3 million, reflecting a growth of 15.7%. However, the company posted a net margin of -3.05% and is not currently profitable, with an EPS of -$0.54. The next earnings report is expected on August 3, 2026.
Insider Buying and Selling at Lindblad Expeditions Holdings, Inc.
Recent insider transactions include CEO Natalya Leahy selling 9,763 shares on June 22, 2026. Michael Elliott Bisnow sold 44,642 shares at an average price of $24.21 on June 17, 2026. Dyson Dryden sold shares in two transactions, totaling over 92,000 shares in late May and early June. Mark Ein purchased 300,000 shares on May 29, 2026.
Analysts Set New Price Targets
On June 29, 2026, Benchmark maintained its buy rating with a $34 price target. Oppenheimer initiated coverage on March 16, 2026, with a buy rating and a $25 target. The consensus among analysts is a buy rating, with a mean price target of $24, based on five analyst opinions.
About Lindblad Expeditions
Lindblad Expeditions Holdings, Inc. offers marine expedition adventures and travel experiences worldwide. The company operates through two segments: Lindblad, which provides ship-based expeditions, and Land Experiences, which offers eco-conscious tours. Headquartered in New York, it collaborates with National Geographic and the World Wildlife Fund for enhanced travel experiences. Led by CEO Natalya Leahy, Lindblad employs about 1,440 people.
Bottom Line
Benchmark's reiterated buy rating reflects continued confidence in Lindblad Expeditions. Investors track these ratings closely as they provide insights into potential stock performance. However, it's important to remember that analyst ratings are forward-looking and subject to change based on new information.
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