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Stock surges 5.14% on Middle East ceasefire hopes; Elliott calls for board refresh

Norwegian Cruise Line rose 5.14% as investors cheered signs of potential Middle East conflict de-escalation, easing fuel cost worries and Mediterranean route disruption concerns. Q4 adjusted EPS of $0.28 beat $0.27 estimate, though revenue missed at $2.2B vs. $2.34B expected; 2026 EBITDA guidance stands at ~$2.95B with 37% margin. Elliott Investment Management criticized weak 2026 outlook and called for an immediate board refresh; trading volume reached $450M, and fresh institutional buying from Eminence Capital and Cinctive Capital was noted.

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