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  • The Three Top Cruise Line Stocks to Watch For in 2021

    The Three Top Cruise Line Stocks to Watch For in 2021

    Cruise Line will have its time in the future. For now, let’s watch out for the best in the market.

    The cruise line industry has much to prove as the market has still enough potential. However, the bears are roaming around, as the pandemic seems to prolong. The fact that travel stocks, in general, have been bad bets for investors last year. It wouldn’t be fair enough to rule out that there were some notable performers from the industry, which kept up their progress.

    The cruise line companies operate across the globe and are part of various destinations, offering a variety of itineraries and themed cruises. People use to spend vacations and have parties and enjoy their time out. We might see the demand for such functions increase in the coming time, with the overall situation calming down. Let’s see the three top cruise line stocks to watch for in 2021.

    Norwegian Cruise Line (NCLH)

    Norwegian Cruise Line (NCLH) is the third largest cruise line company in the world by passengers. NCLH stock has been on a roll since October last year. Overall, the company has been on the downward side, with a sequential-quarter increase in debts.

    The CFO of NCLH, Mark A. Kempa during the Q3 report noted that they are positioning the company to overcome the pandemic hurdles and clear its way for long-term financial recovery. Kempa added that they are working on reducing its cost and adapt a strategy to enhance its liquidity profile.

    The company intends to relaunch its vessels and over the longer run, optimize its balance sheet and keep things to move as they were post-pandemic. So, Norwegian being one of the biggest giants in the industry must be in your sight for a potential investment in the long-term.

    Lindblad Expeditions (LIND)

    Lindblad Expeditions (LIND) owns and operates cruise ships. The Company provides cruising and adventure travel to its customers. The company has been working with guests to amend travel plans and refund payments—following the circumstances.

    Lindblad’s ships are working with minimum crew on-board to ensure that the COVID-19 SOPs are being followed. During the past year, the company has focused to gather funds to ensure that they on keep on running smoothly during these stuff times.

    In mid-2020, the company announced that it raised $85 millionthrough private placement issuance of convertible preferred equity to prominent investors. This capital raise is expected to support LIND’s liquidity needs through this year, even if the global pandemic once again causes lockdown.

    Moreover, during Q3 2020, the company reported that it has implemented significant cost reduction strategies. So, investors must keep LIND in their investment book.

    World Fuel Services (INT)

    World Fuel Services (INT) is one of the leading firms that operate across three different segments which include aviation, land, and marine-centered businesses.  INT is part of the Fortune 100 companies.

    INT’s marine business has massively impacted by the pandemic but it has much potential to bounce back. The company has different partners other than cruise lines within its marine sector.

    For investors, the earnings growth rate of the company is 2.5%. The company’s anticipated EPS for this year subject to an increase by a whopping 59.1%. This compares to the industry average EPS growth of 58.5%, as per Zacks. So, INT is another key bet that could be beneficial in the long-term.

  • ‎26 stocks making the biggest moves premarket today

    ‎26 stocks making the biggest moves premarket today

    ‎Mereo BioPharma Group plc (MREO) stock plunged -7.78% to $3.32 in the pre-‎market trading after declaring collaboration and license agreement with Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical ‎Inc. (RARE), for Setrusumab in Osteogenesis Imperfecta.‎

    ‎Naked Brand Group Limited (NASDAQ: NAKD) shares are trading up ‎‎11.45% ‎at ‎‎$0.2044 at the time of writing. Company’s 52-week ranged between $0.07 to $3.70.‎

    ‎Exela Technologies Inc. (XELA) is down more than -9.79% at $0.4128 in pre-market ‎hours Monday December 21, 2020 following the announcement from the firm that it has entered into ‎a 5-year, $145 million term loan facility with Angelo Gordon, a global alternative investment firm. The ‎stock had jumped over 26.10% to $0.46 in the last trading session.‎

    ‎Zomedica Corp. (ZOM) tumbled over -5.22% at $0.1959 in pre-market trading today.‎

    Before the trading started on December 21, 2020, BlackBerry Limited (BB) is down -‎‎3.17% to reach $6.73 after releasing financial results for the three months ended November 30, 2020. It ‎has been trading in a 52-week range of $2.70 to $9.69.‎

    ‎General Electric Company (GE), a Specialty Industrial Machinery company, dropped ‎about -6.11% at $10.15 in pre-market trading Monday after announcing expiration and results of its ‎debt tender offers.‎

    ‎Phunware Inc. (PHUN) lost over -10.38% at $0.95 in pre-‎‎market ‎trading ‎Monday ‎December 21, 2020.‎

    ‎American Airlines Group Inc. (AAL) lost over -7.03% at $15.35 in pre-market trading ‎Monday December 21, 2020.‎

    Before the trading started on December 21, 2020, Carnival Corporation & Plc (CCL) is ‎down -9.79% to reach $19.36. It has been trading in a 52-week range of $7.80 to $51.94.‎

    ‎FuelCell Energy Inc. (FCEL) stock moved down -4.3 percent to $8.9 in the pre-‎market trading after declaring that state regulators have improperly rescinded RFP awards for three ‎fuel cell projects previously selected in the Shared Clean Energy Facility program, putting its state high ‎tech manufacturing job growth at risk.‎

    ‎Exicure Inc. (XCUR) stock soared 7.04% to $2.13 in the pre-‎‎market ‎trading. ‎The ‎most ‎recent rating by BMO Capital Markets, on December 18, 2020, is ‎an ‎Outperform.‎

    ‎Genius Brands International Inc. (GNUS), a Entertainment company, rose about ‎‎3.18% at $1.62 in pre-market trading Monday. The firm recently revealed that it has licensed streaming ‎and select video-on-demand rights to the hit family series, The Wubbulous World of Dr. Seuss (20 x ‎‎22’), from The Jim Henson Company on Kartoon Channel!‎

    ‎SolarWinds Corporation (NYSE: SWI) shares are trading ‎up ‎‎6.7% ‎at ‎‎$15.13 ‎at ‎the ‎time of writing. Company’s 52-week ranged between $11.50 ‎to ‎‎$24.34. ‎Analysts ‎have ‎a ‎consensus ‎price target of $26. ‎

    ‎Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. (NCLH) lost over -10.01% at $22.66 in pre-‎market trading Monday December 21, 2020 after reporting that it has closed its previously announced ‎private offering of $850 million aggregate principal amount of its 5.875% senior notes due 2026 (the ‎‎“Notes”).‎

    Before the trading started on December 21, 2020, Nokia Corporation (NOK) is down ‎‎-5.25% to reach $3.79. The company recently declared that it has launched 5G services with Polkomtel, ‎operator of the Plus network, in the capital city of Warsaw as well as other major cities in the eastern ‎part of the country. It has been trading in a 52-week range of $2.34 to $5.14.‎

    ‎Corbus Pharmaceuticals Holdings Inc. (CRBP) is up more than 12.0% at $1.68 in pre-‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎market hours Monday December 21, 2020. The stock had jumped ‎over ‎‎11.11% ‎to ‎‎$1.50 ‎in ‎the ‎last ‎trading session.‎

    ‎Schlumberger Limited (NYSE: SLB) shares are trading down -6.95% at $20.76 at the ‎time of writing. The firm will hold a conference call on January 22, 2021 to discuss the results for the ‎fourth quarter and full year ending December 31, 2020. Company’s 52-week ranged between $11.87 to ‎‎$41.14.‎

    ‎Exxon Mobil Corporation (NYSE: XOM) shares are trading down -5.27% ‎at ‎‎$40.48 ‎at ‎the time of writing. Company’s 52-week ranged between $30.11 to $71.37. Analysts ‎have ‎a ‎consensus ‎price target of $52.‎

    ‎Transocean Ltd. (RIG) is down more than -14.92% at $2.11 in pre-market hours ‎Monday December 21, 2020 after announcing successful court ruling granting its motion for summary ‎judgment and holding internal reorganization did not violate indenture. The stock had dropped over -‎‎3.50% to $2.48 in the last trading session.‎

    ‎Simon Property Group Inc. (SPG) tumbled over -5.07% at $81.1 in pre-market ‎trading today. The firm recently declared a common stock dividend for the fourth quarter 2020.‎
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    ‎Energy Transfer LP (ET), a Oil & Gas Midstream company, dropped about -‎‎‎‎5.9% ‎at ‎‎$6.38 in pre-market trading Monday.‎

    ‎Cinedigm Corp. (CIDM) stock moved up 4.11 percent to $0.798 in the pre-market ‎trading after revealing the launch of The Bob Ross Channel on the Roku platform.‎

    Before the trading started on December 21, 2020, Coty Inc. (COTY) is down -6.15% ‎to reach $6.56. The company lately reported two additions to its Board of Directors with the ‎appointments of Anna Adeola Makanju and Mariasun Aramburuzabala Larregui. It has been trading in ‎a 52-week range of $2.65 to $13.01.‎

    ‎JPMorgan Chase & Co. (JPM) gained over 2.24% at $121.75 in pre-‎‎‎‎market ‎trading ‎Monday December 21, 2020. ‎

    ‎Apache Corporation (NASDAQ: APA) shares are trading down -11.29% at $13.6 at ‎the time of writing after announcing the donation of more than 64,000 trees to 56 nonprofit partner ‎organizations through the annual Apache Tree Grant Program. Company’s 52-week ranged between ‎‎$3.80 to $33.77. Analysts have a consensus price target of $16.‎

  • What changed for these 30 stocks in Pre Market Session

    What changed for these 30 stocks in Pre Market Session

    Usio Inc. (USIO) stock soared 41.54% to $2.59 in the pre-market trading after declaring that it has entered into a non-binding Letter of Intent (LOI) to acquire the assets of Information Management Solutions, LLC (IMS).
    NeuroMetrix Inc. (NURO), a Medical Instruments & Supplies company, dropped about -8.03% at $2.75 in pre-market trading Wednesday.
    Cinedigm Corp. (CIDM) stock moved up 43.36 percent to $1.23 in the pre-market trading following a strategic alliance with Spherex to drive Cinedigm’s global growth.
    Recon Technology Ltd. (RCON) stock moved up 112.5 percent to $3.06 in the pre-market trading.
    Curis Inc. (NASDAQ: CRIS) shares are trading up 2.29% at $6.7 at the time of writing after revealing proposed public offering of common Stock. Company’s 52-week ranged between $0.62 to $3.59. Analysts have a consensus price target of $5.
    Gran Tierra Energy Inc. (GTE) lost over -7.04% at $0.355 in pre-market trading Wednesday December 09, 2020. The firm recently declared a financial update and the Company’s 2021 capital budget and production guidance.
    Aurora Cannabis Inc. (ACB) is down more than -0.94% at $10.5 in pre-market hours Wednesday December 09, 2020. The stock had jumped over 1.24% to $10.60 in the last trading session.
    Carnival Corporation & Plc (CCL) is up more than 2.76% at $24.22 in pre-market hours Wednesday December 09, 2020 following declaration of Cunard, a part of Carnival Corporation & plc (CCL), that it has extended its pause in operations due to the ongoing travel constraints in place across the world. The stock had jumped over 1.59% to $23.57 in the last trading session.
    Before the trading started on December 09, 2020, Occidental Petroleum Corporation (OXY) is up 2.56% to reach $19.62 after reporting upsize of previously announced cash tender offers and consent solicitations for certain of its senior notes. It has been trading in a 52-week range of $8.52 to $47.58.
    Virgin Galactic Holdings Inc. (SPCE) stock soared 2.55% to $34.24 in the pre-market trading. The most recent rating by Goldman, on October 23, 2020, is a Neutral.
    Eastman Kodak Company (NYSE: KODK) shares are trading down -4.04% at $10.7 at the time of writing after getting clean chit from U.S government regarding a government loan. Company’s 52-week ranged between $1.50 to $60.00.
    Moderna Inc. (MRNA) grew over 3.38% at $175.6 in pre-market trading today after declaring that the Swiss Federal Government has increased its confirmed order commitment from 4.5 million to 7.5 million doses of Moderna’s vaccine candidate against COVID-19, mRNA-1273.
    Riot Blockchain Inc. (RIOT), a Software – Application company, dropped about -5.78% at $9.3 in pre-market trading Wednesday.
    Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. (NCLH), a Travel Services company, rose about 1.95% at $28.7 in pre-market trading Wednesday after announcing partnership with AtmosAir Solutions.
    XPeng Inc. (XPEV) stock moved down -3.72 percent to $46.88 in the pre-market trading following the pricing of follow-on public offering of American depositary shares.
    Cinemark Holdings Inc. (CNK) stock soared 2.26% to $15.36 in the pre-market trading. The most recent rating by Loop Capital, on November 19, 2020, is a Hold.
    Before the trading started on December 09, 2020, Tonix Pharmaceuticals Holding Corp. (TNXP) is up 0.15% to reach $0.65 after declaring results of positive phase 3 RELIEF study for TNX-102 SL 5.6 mg in Fibromyalgia. It has been trading in a 52-week range of $0.39 to $2.46.
    CBAK Energy Technology Inc. (NASDAQ: CBAT) shares are trading up 3.3% at $5.95 at the time of writing following the publication of securities purchase agreement with certain institutional investors for a registered direct placement of approximately $49.2 million of common stock at a price of $5.18 per share. Company’s 52-week ranged between $0.36 to $11.40.
    Jaguar Health Inc. (NASDAQ: JAGX) shares are trading down -4.84% at $0.3798 at the time of writing. Company’s 52-week ranged between $0.19 to $1.08. Analysts have a consensus price target of $2.
    United Airlines Holdings Inc. (UAL) grew over 1.88% at $49.96 in pre-market trading today after launching virtual, on demand customer service at the airport.
    GameStop Corp. (GME) is down more than -17.59% at $13.96 in pre-market hours Wednesday December 09, 2020 after releasing results for the third quarter ended October 31, 2020. The stock had jumped over 3.61% to $16.94 in the last trading session.
    Before the trading started on December 09, 2020, ADMA Biologics Inc. (ADMA) is up 4.31% to reach $2.18. It has been trading in a 52-week range of $1.45 to $4.65.
    Before the trading started on December 09, 2020, HEXO Corp. (HEXO) is down -2.91% to reach $1.0. The firm recently reported downward revision to its proposed share consolidation ratio. It has been trading in a 52-week range of $0.35 to $2.30.
    United Microelectronics Corporation (UMC) is up more than 1.37% at $8.88 in pre-market hours Wednesday December 09, 2020 afterreporting unaudited net sales for the month of November 2020. The stock had dropped over -3.10% to $8.76 in the last trading session.
    Apache Corporation (NASDAQ: APA) shares are trading up 1.08% at $14.92 at the time of writing following the board of directors of Apache Corporation (APA) has declared a regular cash dividend on the company’s common shares. Company’s 52-week ranged between $3.80 to $33.77. Analysts have a consensus price target of $16.
    Phunware Inc. (PHUN) stock moved down -3.28 percent to $0.81 in the pre-market trading after revealing its receipt of the Privacy Shield certification.
    Sorrento Therapeutics Inc. (SRNE) stock soared 9.62% to $8.66 in the pre-market trading after declaring that it has received CLIA Licensure from the State of California that permits testing of clinical samples. The most recent rating by H.C. Wainwright, on July 31, 2020, is a Buy.
    Sesen Bio Inc. (SESN) gained over 5.42% at $1.75 in pre-market trading Wednesday December 09, 2020 following the announcement of commercial manufacturing and global supply partnership with Qilu Pharmaceutical.
    Before the trading started on December 09, 2020, Futu Holdings Limited (FUTU) is up 2.27% to reach $44.61 after reporting that a leading global investment firm has agreed to purchase approximately 50,000,000 Class A ordinary shares of the Company in the form of prepaid warrants for an aggregate purchase price of approximately US$260,000,000. It has been trading in a 52-week range of $8.16 to $51.10.
    Westwater Resources Inc. (WWR) stock soared 3.87% to $5.63 in the pre-market trading. The company recently provided an update on progress at its pilot plant operations at Dorfner Anzaplan’s facilities near Amberg, Germany, as well as at facilities in Frankfort, Germany, Chicago, Illinois, and Buffalo, New York.

  • 9 Trending Stocks in Travel Services Industry That Can Be A Good Bets

    9 Trending Stocks in Travel Services Industry That Can Be A Good Bets

    The travel industry is the largest industry in the world and in today’s modern age this is the most important industry. The present-day global traveling industry is facing multiple challenges. To gain a competitive edge, the travel industry should focus on the new tech trends and provides its customers with a perfect and unique traveling experience.

    People value the unique experiences they get so the top priority of the travel industry is to focus on the customer’s priorities. Travelers are usually most concerned about budget. They preferred those companies that provide the best services at a low cost. As the travel industry is continuously adopting new trends and improve their offerings, people are more encouraged to travel more.

    Here are the top 9 leading companies in the travel industry which are following new trends:

    Carnival Corporation & plc (NYSE: CCL)

    Carnival Corporation & plc (NYSE: CCL) shares were trading down -6.66% at $14.29 at the time of writing on Monday. Carnival Corporation & plc (NYSE: CCL) share price went from a low point around $7.80 to briefly over $51.94 in the past 52 weeks, though shares have since pulled back to $14.29. CCL market cap has remained high, hitting $12.57B at the time of writing, giving it a price-to-sales ratio of more than 0.

    Carnival Corporation & Plc’s CCL Princess Cruises recently disclosed the sale of two of its ships including Sun Princess and Sea Princess. However, the company has not revealed the name of the buyer.
    If we look at the recent analyst rating CCL, HSBC Securities downgraded coverage on CCL shares with a Hold rating and a $15.65 price target, which implies room for 1.36% upside momentum this year.

    Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. (NYSE: NCLH)

    Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. (NYSE: NCLH) last closed at $14.99, in a 52-week range of $7.03 to $59.78. Analysts have a consensus price target of $16.96. Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. (NCLH) has marked the passing of its founders, Knut Kloster, at the age of 91 on Sept. 20, 2020. In his honor the Company will dedicate a section of its yet-to-open terminal at PortMiami in Miami, Fla. and introduce an annual team member recognition award in memory of his humanitarian, environmentalist, and innovative spirit.

    Royal Caribbean Group (NYSE: RCL)

    Royal Caribbean Group (NYSE: RCL) stock drop by -7.24% to $60.71. The most recent rating by SunTrust, on July 14, 2020, is at a Hold. Royal Caribbean Group (RCL) has earlier set a panel which has submitted a report to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) detailing health and safety protocols. The Royal Caribbean is expecting to set sail again after a long halt due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

    TripAdvisor Inc. (NASDAQ: TRIP)

    TripAdvisor Inc. (NASDAQ: TRIP) shares headed falling, lower as much as -6.17%. The most recent rating by BTIG Research, on June 11, 2020, is at a Neutral. TripAdvisor Inc. has launched Tripadvisor Navigator which is a proprietary first-party data platform delivering audience targeting, insights, and performance reporting. This company has a total market capitalization of $2.66 billion at the time of writing.

    Expedia Group Inc. (NASDAQ: EXPE)

    Expedia Group Inc. (NASDAQ: EXPE) fall -2.68% after losing more than -$2.51 on Monday. Expedia Group Inc. (EXPE) has launched the new versions of the Brand Expedia, Hotwire and Vrbo iOS apps to take advantage of the capabilities available in iOS 14. The features will unlock new ways to view the latest travel deals with Hotwire, and easily access upcoming reservation details booked through Brand Expedia and Vrbo.

    Travelzoo (NASDAQ: TZOO)

    Travelzoo (NASDAQ: TZOO) last closed at $6.38, in a 52-week range of $3.04 to $12.40. Analysts have a consensus price target of $11.25. Travelzoo (TZOO) has moved up 110.18% from its 52-weeks low and moved down -48.45% from its 52-weeks high. This company market capitalization has remained high, hitting $76.62 million at the time of writing.

    Booking Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: BKNG)

    Booking Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: BKNG) stock drop by -4.61% to $1652.39. The most recent rating by JMP Securities, on August 10, 2020, is at an Mkt outperform. Booking Holdings Inc. (BKNG) share price went from a low point around $1107.29 to briefly over $2094.00 in the past 52 weeks, though shares have since pulled back to $1640.37. Booking Holdings Inc. market cap has remained high, hitting $69.81 B at the time of writing,

    Lindblad Expeditions Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: LIND)

    Lindblad Expeditions Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: LIND) shares headed falling, lower as much as -8.55%. The most recent rating by Sidoti, on April 13, 2020, is at a Neutral. Lindblad Expeditions Holdings Inc. (LIND) share price went from a low point around $3.01 to briefly over $18.34 in the past 52 weeks, though shares have since pulled back to $9.28. Lindblad Expeditions Holdings Inc.’s market cap has remained high, hitting $472.39 Million at the time of writing.

    Monaker Group Inc. (NASDAQ: MKGI)

    Monaker Group Inc. (NASDAQ: MKGI) fall -4.31% after losing more than -$0.1 on Monday. Monaker Group Inc. (MKGI) shares have fluctuated between the low range of $0.61 and a high range of $3.35 in the past 52-weeks. This company market cap has remained high, hitting $31.68 million.

  • Is Norwegian Cruise Line (NYSE: NCLH) A Good Choice Right Now?

    Is Norwegian Cruise Line (NYSE: NCLH) A Good Choice Right Now?

    Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Limited (NYSE: NCLH) shares closed green as it has gained +0.64 on Thursday. Norwegian Cruise Line, a world’s biggest cruise line continues raising debt in the following months in order to survive.

    Previously, CDC ordered cruise lines to stop operations in the US until September. Hence, the Norwegian Cruise Line along with other major companies has decided to restart the work in late Autumn. In the meantime, Norwegian Cruise Line and other major companies such as Royal Caribbean (NYSE: RCL) has disclosed its plan that the companies are gearing up for the new Healthy Sail Panel.

    The main purpose of the Panel is to prevent the spread of the virus of cruise ships. The panel consists of top experts in public health, biosecurity, infectious diseases, and hospitality and maritime operations. RCL and NCLH have disclosed that the panel will submit the plans to the CDC. 60% of Norwegian Cruise Line passengers have already demanded a refund for the canceled trip at the start of August. NCLH still has the ability to face these challenges and is not at immediate risk of becoming insolvent.

    Shares of Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Limited traded up 3.77% as it gained +0.64 on Thursday. In the past 52-weeks of trading, this company’s stock has fluctuated between the low of $7.03 and a high of $59.78. NCLH has moved up 150.78% from its 52-weeks low and moved down -70.51% from its 52-weeks high. If we look at its profitability, it has return on assets, equity, and investment of -12.20%, -37.70%, and 8.90%, respectively. Norwegian Cruise Line market capitalization has remained high, hitting $4.57 billion at the time of writing.

    Norwegian Cruise Line has recently experienced the loss as all of its ships were docked in various ports around the globe. NCLH’s revenue dropped by 99% to $16.93 million in Q2.  Its net loss for the period was $715.2 million. Furthermore, NCLH has reported the adjusted EBITDA of -$393.1 million from April to June. It has a total debt of $10.3 billion at the end of June. Additionally, it has spent $160 million on fleet Maintainance, wages, interest expenses, and taxes.

    If we compare the balance sheet of the Norwegian Cruise line with its competitors Carnival Corporation and Royal Caribbean, it has a worse balance sheet. Royal Caribbean and Carnival Corporation has reported the tangible book value per share of $36.79 and $24.9, respectively. While the NCLH has reported the less tangible equity on its books, and its tangible book value per share is only $15.60.

    It is not wrong to say that the cruise line will continue to burn cash on a daily basis. It is planning to implement a rapid test system on its ship, but it is too early to say that it will continue its operation normally in the coming months. Additionally, another important problem is that the many ports and borders around the world are currently closed to stop the spread of the virus.

    Moreover, it is possible that the no-sail order will be extended because of the current pandemic and upcoming flu season. If one person is infected on the ship the risk of infection spread also increases. If that happens on one of Norwegian Cruise Line ships, it is not wrong to believe that its stock will further plunge like it did earlier this year.

  • 3 Stocks to Watch This Morning Even As Major Indices Turn Negative

    3 Stocks to Watch This Morning Even As Major Indices Turn Negative

    Stock futures are down all across the board. This follows mixed earnings data from various sectors in yesterday’s session. The market is also awaiting economic data on the labor markets and on consumer spending. This data will be indicative of the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the economy, and the possible short-term direction of the equity markets. However, even under current conditions, there are stocks that are showing significant activity ahead of market opening, driven by upcoming earnings and a host of other factors. Some of the key stocks to watch are as below:

    Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd [NYSE: NCLH]

    This stock is quite volatile this morning, after a strong performance yesterday when it closed with gains of 20.68%. Its current activity is driven by news that the company is to offer $250 million in a share deal. According to MarketWatch, the deal will have Barclays, Goldman Sachs, JP Morgan, and Citigroup as book runners. Norwegian Cruise Line has stated that it will use the money for general corporate purposes. The news of the share deal comes at a time when the cruise ship industry has been hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic.  It will be interesting to see how the market interprets this news when markets open. Data on labor and consumer spending could move the entire market and reinforce the direction of NCLH stock.

    MGM Resorts International [NYSE: MGM]

    MGM Resorts is another stock showing significant activity just as markets are about to open.  This follows the company’s announcement that it would be releasing its Q2 results on July 30th, 2020. The company is set for an active few weeks ahead as investors take positions ahead of its earnings report. In today’s session, MGM Resorts could also be affected by adverse movements in the main U.S indices that are already showing signs of weakness in early morning trading.

    Perrigo Company PLC [NYSE: PRGO]

    Perrigo Company PLC is another active stock with significant price action ahead of market opening. At the time of writing, the stock is up by a percentage, even while the key indices point towards a relatively bearish day. This stock’s activity is driven by yesterday’s announcement of its Q2 results on the 5th of August 2020. For the next few weeks, investors will be taking positions ahead of the earnings call, and this could add to the activity of this stock in the near-term.