(VIK) Viking Holdings - Ratings and Ratios

Viking Holdings Ltd (NYSE:VIK) is a leading global provider of cruise and passenger shipping services, specializing in river and ocean voyages. The company operates a diverse fleet of 96 ships as of December 31, 2023, including 83 river vessels such as the iconic Longships, smaller river classes, and chartered vessels like the Viking Saigon and Viking Mississippi. Additionally, it operates 11 ocean ships and 2 expedition vessels, catering to a wide range of travel preferences. Viking Holdings Ltd also functions as a tour entrepreneur, offering comprehensive travel experiences that include cultural and educational programs tailored to its passengers. Founded in 1997 and headquartered in Pembroke, Bermuda, the company has established itself as a key player in the luxury cruise industry, with operations spanning North America, the United Kingdom, and international markets.

From a financial perspective, Viking Holdings Ltd has a market capitalization of $17,629.45 million USD, reflecting its significant presence in the global cruise sector. The companys trailing P/E ratio stands at 110.56, while the forward P/E is 16.03, indicating expectations of future growth. However, the return on equity (RoE) is negative at -68.39, which may raise concerns about profitability. The price-to-sales (P/S) ratio of 3.31 suggests a premium valuation relative to its revenue. On the technical side, the stocks average 20-day volume is 2,549,250 shares, with a last price of $37.51. The short-term trend indicators show the SMA 20 at $39.38 and SMA 50 at $43.51, both above the current price, while the SMA 200 is at $40.74, signaling a bearish trend. The Average True Range (ATR) of 2.37 indicates moderate volatility.