-  Emmy® Award-Winning Actor and Godfather to Norwegian Aqua, Eric Stonestreet, Officially Christens Norwegian Aqua at PortMiami --  During the Celebration, NCL Unveils It's Bringing MORE Relaxation, MORE Family Activities and MORE Ways to Vacation on Great Stirrup Cay with New Experiences Debuting in Fourth Quarter 2025 -MIAMI, April 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL), the innovator in global cruise travel, celebrated the official christening of the all-new Norwegian Aqua in Miami and unv ...

Core Insights - Carnival Cruise Line is outlining its strategic plans for the next five years, focusing on innovation, guest experience, and loyalty enhancement [1][3][20] New Ships - The fourth ship in Carnival's Excel class will be named Carnival Festivale, debuting in spring 2027 from Port Canaveral, Florida [4][5] - Carnival Festivale will feature three new zones, including music-themed venues and immersive experiences [6] - The ship will have 1,000 interconnecting rooms, nearly 70% more than previous Excel ships, to better accommodate families [7] - Carnival Festivale will introduce a new outdoor zone called Sunsation Point, featuring Carnival Waterworks Ultra, the most family-friendly water park at sea [8][9] - The fifth Excel class ship will be named Carnival Tropicale, scheduled for delivery in spring 2028 [12] Deployment Updates - Carnival Festivale will allow Mardi Gras to offer short cruises from Port Canaveral, catering to first-time cruisers and families [15] - Carnival will return to year-round operations in Mobile, Alabama, starting spring 2027 [17] - The company is exploring moving a larger Conquest class ship to Baltimore in 2027 [17] Guest Experience - Carnival will enhance the guest experience on existing ships with strategic improvements, including décor modernization and new dining options [18] Destinations - Carnival is enhancing its exclusive destinations, marketing them as the new Paradise Collection, with a focus on the Caribbean and Mexico [19][25] - The new exclusive destination, Celebration Key, will open in July 2025, designed specifically for Carnival guests [24][25] - RelaxAway, Half Moon Cay will be expanded to accommodate larger ships, with enhancements expected to be completed by summer 2026 [25] Loyalty - Carnival will enhance its existing loyalty program, with details expected to be announced in summer 2025 [20][21]

SA Lineage Logistics (NASDAQ:LINE) is the world leader in cold storage with 3.1 billion cubic feet of dedicated real estate. It IPOed in June 2024 at $78 and has dropped precipitously to $59.66. The IPO valuation was a little bit aggressive, but the stock has gotten interesting at the now lower price, which represents a 17X multiple on consensus 2025 AFFO of $3.51. At an intriguing valuation, we put in some due diligence and here are our findings: Brief overview of LINE thesis Global food demand has steadil ...

LOS ANGELES, March 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Schall Law Firm, a national shareholder rights litigation firm, announces that it is investigating claims on behalf of investors of Lineage, Inc. ("Lineage" or "the Company") (NASDAQ: LINE) for violations of the securities laws.The investigation focuses on whether the Company issued false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose information pertinent to investors. Lineage has suffered from multiple analyst downgrades due to its soft 2024 financia ...

LOS ANGELES, March 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The DJS Law Group announces that it is investigating claims on behalf of investors of Lineage, Inc. ("Lineage" or "the Company") (NASDAQ: LINE) for violations of the securities laws.INVESTIGATION DETAILS: The investigation focuses on whether the Company issued false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose information pertinent to investors. Lineage has suffered from multiple analyst downgrades due to its soft 2024 financial performance. DJS Law ...

CLEVELAND, March 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Preformed Line Products Company (NASDAQ: PLPC) today reported financial results for its fourth quarter of 2024 and full year ended December 31, 2024.Q4/Full Year 2024 Highlights: Quarterly net sales of $167.1 million, an increase of 15% from Q4 2023 and 14% from Q3 2024 Diluted EPS of $2.13, an increase of 65% from Q4 2023 and 38% from Q3 2024 Debt reduction of $33.7 million in 2024 due to strong cash generationNet sales in the fourth quarter of 2024 were $167.1 mil ...

Core Insights - The company reported annual results for 2024, achieving net sales of €1.002 billion, reflecting a decrease of 11.2% compared to 2023, attributed to challenging market conditions in the Homes and Decoration sector [5][6][23] - The company generated free cash flow (FCF) of €15 million in 2024, driven by strict control of working capital and cost savings of €45 million, despite a 10.2% decline in like-for-like sales [4][18] - The CEO emphasized ongoing transformation under the "Inspire Everyday" plan, aiming for a return to growth and a cumulative FCF of over €100 million from 2024 to 2026 [3][4] Financial Performance - Group sales for 2024 amounted to €1.002 billion, down from €1.128 billion in 2023, with like-for-like sales decreasing by 10.2% [5][6] - The gross margin improved to 64.0%, up 80 basis points from 2023, due to favorable freight costs and contributions from the Marketplace [12] - The net income for 2024 was -€115.3 million, a significant decline from a profit of €8.8 million in 2023, impacted by an €81 million impairment charge on historical goodwill [15][16] Operational Highlights - The company operated 338 stores at the end of 2024, including 14 managed by affiliates, and revamped 63 stores, with plans to reach a total of 100 revamped stores by the end of 2025 [4][9] - A loyalty program was launched in France in October 2024, and efforts were made to enhance the customer experience, resulting in a 4-point increase in Net Promoter Score (NPS) [4][18] - The company plans to simplify its operating model by reducing its SKU count by approximately 10% and cutting its supplier base by 50% by the end of 2025 [4][18] Debt and Liquidity - As of December 31, 2024, net financial debt excluding IFRS 16 was €85.1 million, a slight decrease from €90.4 million in 2023, with total gross debt at €175.2 million [19][20] - The company had around €200 million in liquidity and secured financing until April 2028, with adjustments to covenants accepted by banking partners [20][21] Future Outlook - The company anticipates visible effects from the "Inspire Everyday" plan in 2025, with a gradual return to growth expected [2][3] - The cost savings target has been increased to over €100 million over three years, with approximately €60 million expected during 2025-2026 [4][18]

LOS ANGELES, March 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Schall Law Firm, a national shareholder rights litigation firm, announces that it is investigating claims on behalf of investors of Lineage, Inc. ("Lineage" or "the Company") (NASDAQ: LINE) for violations of the securities laws.The investigation focuses on whether the Company issued false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose information pertinent to investors. Lineage has suffered from multiple analyst downgrades due to its soft 2024 financial ...

Lineage, Inc. (NASDAQ:LINE) Q4 2024 Earnings Conference Call February 26, 2025 8:00 AM ET Company Participants Evan Barbosa - VP, IR Greg Lehmkuhl - President and CEO Rob Crisci - CFO Conference Call Participants Alexander Goldfarb - Piper Sandler Ki Bin Kim - Truist Securities Ronald Kamdem - Morgan Stanley Nicholas Thillman - Baird Todd Thomas - KeyBanc Capital Markets Blaine Heck - Wells Fargo Steve Sakwa - Evercore ISI Michael Carroll - RBC Capital Markets Daniel Guglielmo - Capital One Securities Micha ...

Lineage, Inc. (NASDAQ:LINE) Q4 2024 Earnings Conference Call February 26, 2025 8:00 AM ET Company Participants Evan Barbosa - VP, IR Greg Lehmkuhl - President and CEO Rob Crisci - CFO Conference Call Participants Alexander Goldfarb - Piper Sandler Ki Bin Kim - Truist Securities Ronald Kamdem - Morgan Stanley Nicholas Thillman - Baird Todd Thomas - KeyBanc Capital Markets Blaine Heck - Wells Fargo Steve Sakwa - Evercore ISI Michael Carroll - RBC Capital Markets Daniel Guglielmo - Capital One Securities Micha ...