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- **Record Financials**: Q3 EBITDA of $1.019B and trailing 12-month margin of 36.7% highlight strong execution. Full-year EPS guidance raised to $2.10 (19% YoY growth).
- **Family-Centric Growth**: Caribbean short sailings drove load factors to 106.4%, with 2026 bookings up 20% despite pricing mix dilution.
- **Sustainable Expansion**: $300M+ cost savings program on track, 7% 2026 capacity growth, and new ship deliveries supporting long-term margin expansion to 39%.
- **Operational Excellence**: Sub-inflationary cost growth (75 basis points in 2025) and net leverage reduction to 5.4x, targeting mid-4x by 2026.

**【CEO Summary Section】**
- **Revenue and EBITDA Milestones**: Q3 revenue reached a record high, with adjusted EBITDA of $1.019 billion, exceeding guidance. Trailing 12-month adjusted EBITDA margin rose to 36.7%, up 220 basis points year-over-year.
- **Strategic Shift to Families**: Increased Caribbean short sailings (80% of Q4 capacity) drove load factors to 106.4%, with net yield growth of 1.5%. The focus on families resulted in higher third and fourth guest bookings, despite slight pricing dilution.
- **New Amenities and Growth**: Launch of Great Stirrup Cay's multi-ship pier and 2026 water park expansion expected to boost guest satisfaction and repeat rates. Q4 bookings up 20% year-over-year across all brands.

**【CFO Financial Commentary】**
- **Financial Performance**: GAAP net income of $420 million, with adjusted EPS of $1.20, exceeding guidance. Full-year adjusted EBITDA guidance raised to $2.72 billion, and adjusted EPS to $2.10 (19% YoY increase).
- **Cost Control and Leverage**: Adjusted net cruise cost ex-fuel down 0.1%, with 2025 cost growth limited to 75 basis points. Net leverage improved to 5.4x, targeting mid-4x by 2026. Debt refinancing reduced secured debt and extended maturity profile.
- **Sustainability and Expansion**: $300 million+ cost savings program on track, with 2025 savings exceeding $100 million. 2026 capacity growth of 7% via new ships Regent Luna and Seven Seas Prestige.

**【Q&A Highlights】**
- **Yield and Mix Dynamics**: Q4 net yield growth of 3.5-4% driven by family demand, balancing lower per-cabin pricing with higher margin guests. 2026 yield expected to grow low-mid-single digits despite mix shifts.
- **Caribbean Capacity and Bookings**: Short sailings now 50% of deployment, with Q4 bookings up 20% and 2026 load factors projected to exceed 105%. New amenities at GSC and Great Tides Water Park expected to enhance guest experience and drive repeat business.
- **Cost Efficiency**: Sub-inflationary cost growth (75 basis points in 2025) supported by operational efficiencies and strategic capital allocation. 2026 margin expansion targets 39% adjusted EBITDA margin.

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. (NCLH) Q3 2025 Earnings Call Transcript

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