Carnival (CCL) Stock Overview
A cruise company, provides leisure travel services. More details
| Snowflake Score | |
|---|---|
| Valuation | 6/6 |
| Future Growth | 2/6 |
| Past Performance | 3/6 |
| Financial Health | 2/6 |
| Dividends | 3/6 |
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Price History & Performance
| Historical stock prices | |
|---|---|
| Current Share Price | US$22.70 |
| 52 Week High | US$34.03 |
| 52 Week Low | US$22.70 |
| Beta | 2.31 |
| 1 Month Change | -18.20% |
| 3 Month Change | -19.27% |
| 1 Year Change | -27.61% |
| 3 Year Change | 51.13% |
| 5 Year Change | -2.03% |
| Change since IPO | 476.51% |
Recent News & Updates
Recent updates
Seeking Alpha • Aug 28
Carnival Corporation: This Cruise Is Cheap Enough To Hop On
Summary Carnival Corporation is rated a solid "Buy" due to robust post-pandemic growth, improving leverage, and attractive valuation metrics. CCL has expanded passenger capacity and expects a further 13.9% increase with seven new ships by 2033, reinforcing its industry leadership. Net debt has declined from $28.16 billion in 2023 to $22.65 billion by mid-2026, with a projected net leverage ratio as low as 2.80 by year-end. Despite macroeconomic concerns, CCL's strong cash flow, rising profitability, and lower EV/EBITDA multiple versus peers support a bullish outlook. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Narrative Update • Jun 30
CCL: Fuel Efficiency And Cost Control Will Support Future Upside Potential
The analyst price target for Carnival has been revised to $35.60 from $37.70 as analysts weigh stronger fuel efficiency benefits and cost control against softer European booking trends and lowered yield guidance. Analyst Commentary Carnival sits in the middle of a split analyst debate, with most recent research pointing to improved cost execution and fuel savings, while also flagging pressure on future yield guidance and pockets of softer demand, especially in Europe.Analysis Article • Jun 29
Results: Carnival Corporation Ltd. Beat Earnings Expectations And Analysts Now Have New Forecasts
Last week, you might have seen that Carnival Corporation Ltd. ( NYSE:CCL ) released its quarterly result to the market...Analysis Article • Jun 17
Carnival (CCL) Stock Could Be 18% Undervalued After Strait Of Hormuz Peace Deal
Carnival (CCL) stock has been in focus after a recent peace deal aimed at reopening the Strait of Hormuz, which investors expect to ease fuel costs and reduce travel related route disruptions. See our latest analysis for Carnival. Beyond the immediate reaction to the peace deal, Carnival’s share price return has been strong recently, with a 7 day gain of 11.43% and a 30 day move of 25.41%. Its 1 year total shareholder return of 34.16% and 3 year total shareholder return of 96.43% point to...
Narrative Update • Jun 16
CCL: Yield Strength And Buybacks Will Counter Fuel And Cybersecurity Headwinds
The analyst price target for Carnival is now set near $43.68, up from about $42.33, supported by Street research that points to firm pricing and yields, strong demand across the cruise industry, and expectations from several firms that upcoming results and guidance could hold up better than some investors anticipate despite recent sector headlines. Analyst Commentary Recent research around Carnival points to a cluster of constructive views, with several bullish analysts emphasizing demand resilience, execution on pricing and yields, and room for valuation to catch up with operational progress.
Narrative Update • Jun 02
CCL: Fair Value View Balances Fuel Costs With Execution And Capital Returns
Analysts have raised their average price targets on Carnival into the low to mid $30s, citing new Buy initiations with a $36 target, inclusion as a Top Pick at $34, and expectations for Q2 earnings and EBITDA that broadly align with or modestly exceed prior guidance, despite recent industry booking and fuel cost headwinds. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Carnival highlights a mix of optimism around execution and earnings guidance, alongside renewed caution on fuel costs, bookings and headline risk across the cruise group.Narrative Update • May 14
CCL: Share Repurchases Will Offset Fuel And Geopolitical Earnings Headwinds
The analyst price target for Carnival has been reduced by about $2 to $42, with analysts broadly pointing to higher discount rates, slightly softer revenue growth assumptions, and updated P/E expectations as they reassess fuel cost and geopolitical risks. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Carnival shows a mix of reduced price targets and selective upgrades, with analysts weighing fuel costs, geopolitical risks, and valuation discipline.Narrative Update • Apr 28
CCL: Fair Value View Will Weigh Fuel Costs Against Execution Delivery
The updated analyst price target for Carnival Corporation & has edged to $28.70, as analysts factor in more measured revenue growth and profit margins, along with a higher assumed future P/E multiple and a slightly adjusted discount rate. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Carnival Corporation & shows a mixed backdrop, with a cluster of bearish analysts trimming price targets even as a few larger firms keep more constructive ratings.Narrative Update • Apr 14
CCL: Fuel Headwinds And Buybacks Will Support Multi Year Earnings Upside
The updated fair value estimate for Carnival Corporation & reflects a small price target cut of about $0.38, as analysts factor in higher fuel cost sensitivity and slightly lower projected profit margins, while still incorporating modestly stronger revenue growth assumptions and a similar future P/E multiple. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Carnival Corporation & points to a mixed but engaged analyst community, with several firms adjusting price targets to reflect updated expectations around fuel costs, earnings guidance, and geopolitical risk.Narrative Update • Mar 31
CCL: Share Repurchases And Strong Cruise Demand Will Support Multi-Year Earnings Upside
The analyst price target for Carnival Corporation & has been trimmed by a few dollars to reflect a slightly higher discount rate, more cautious assumptions on revenue growth and margins, and mixed recent Street research. Several firms reduced targets on fuel and geopolitical risks, while others lifted or maintained targets in light of still solid cruise demand.Narrative Update • Mar 17
CCL: Strong Cruise Demand And New Dividend Are Expected To Support Upside
Analysts have trimmed the fair value estimate for Carnival Corporation & to $37.70 from $38.00 as higher discount rates and fuel cost headwinds offset steady expectations for cruise demand and profitability. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Carnival Corporation & reflects a mix of optimism on demand and profitability, set against caution around fuel costs, geopolitical risks and valuation expectations.Narrative Update • Mar 03
CCL: Strong Cruise Demand And Reinstated Dividend Will Support Multi-Year Earnings Upside
Analysts have nudged their fair value estimate for Carnival Corporation & slightly lower to $45.09, even as they reference improved revenue growth and profit margin assumptions along with a higher future P/E multiple in their updated price target work. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Carnival Corporation & reflects a cluster of constructive views, with several bullish analysts lifting their price targets and highlighting what they see as supportive demand trends for cruises over the coming years.Narrative Update • Feb 17
CCL: Strong Cruise Demand And Favorable Capacity Are Expected To Support Upside
Analysts have lifted their price targets on Carnival Corporation & to as high as $45, pointing to firm cruise spending data, favorable capacity trends through 2029, and what they see as temporary Caribbean yield pressures as key supports for the updated views. Analyst Commentary Recent research notes show a cluster of upward price target revisions on Carnival, reflecting a mix of optimism around demand trends and some caution around regional pricing pressures and earnings execution.Analysis Article • Feb 03
Investors Shouldn't Be Too Comfortable With Carnival Corporation &'s (NYSE:CCL) Earnings
Unsurprisingly, Carnival Corporation & plc's ( NYSE:CCL ) stock price was strong on the back of its healthy earnings...Narrative Update • Feb 03
CCL: Resilient Cruise Demand And Caribbean Capacity Are Expected To Sustain Upside
Analysts have raised their price target for Carnival Corporation & to US$38 from US$35, citing updated assumptions for higher revenue growth, slightly stronger profit margins, a lower discount rate, and a higher future P/E multiple supported by recent research pointing to resilient cruise demand and favorable capacity trends. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Carnival Corporation & points to a cluster of higher price targets, with several firms updating their models following sector work and company specific reports.Narrative Update • Jan 20
CCL: Strong Cruise Demand And New Dividend Will Support Multi-Year Earnings Upside
Narrative Update: Carnival Corporation & Analysts have lifted their price target on Carnival Corporation & to about $45, up from roughly $42.50. They cite stronger cruise spending data, firm demand trends, favorable capacity through fiscal 2029, and updated estimates that point to higher revenue growth, slightly better profit margins, and a lower assumed future P/E multiple.Narrative Update • Jan 05
CCL: Fair Value View Balances Record Bookings With Execution And Capital Risks
Narrative Update Analysts have lifted their fair value estimate for Carnival Corporation & to about US$28.61 from US$24.61, citing higher assumed revenue growth, a stronger profit margin profile and a slightly lower discount rate, alongside recent price target increases that highlight expectations for improved returns on invested capital and ongoing demand for cruising. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research around Carnival has leaned positive on the cruise sector overall, with some analysts pointing to expanding total addressable market, private island attractions supporting demand and what they describe as improving returns on invested capital.Analysis Article • Dec 25
Carnival Corporation & plc's (NYSE:CCL) Shares Leap 26% Yet They're Still Not Telling The Full Story
Carnival Corporation & plc ( NYSE:CCL ) shareholders would be excited to see that the share price has had a great...Narrative Update • Dec 15
CCL: Record Bookings And Private Destinations Will Drive Multi-Year Earnings Upside
Carnival Corporation & plc's fair value estimate has been raised slightly to about $42.50 from roughly $41.57, as analysts factor in a wave of higher price targets driven by record Q3 results, robust booking trends out into 2026, and expanding returns from the cruise sector and private island initiatives. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts are increasingly constructive on Carnival Corporation, pointing to a combination of record financial performance, strengthening pricing power, and growing demand visibility that supports higher valuation levels.Narrative Update • Dec 01
CCL: Expanding Caribbean Destinations Will Sustain Demand Into 2026
Carnival Corporation & Plc's analyst price target has been raised slightly to $35.76, reflecting analysts' optimism over robust earnings momentum, positive booking trends, and expanding demand for cruise travel. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates reflect overall optimism surrounding Carnival Corporation, with several analysts raising their price targets and maintaining positive ratings.Narrative Update • Nov 17
CCL: Record Forward Bookings Will Drive Revenue Momentum Into 2026
The analyst price target for Carnival Corporation & has been revised slightly downward to $35.70 from $35.84. This change reflects minor adjustments in fair value estimates as analysts balance strong recent performance and record bookings with updated expectations for future revenue growth and margins.Narrative Update • Nov 01
CCL: Record Bookings And Improved Guidance Will Drive Upside Into 2026
Analysts have raised their price targets for Carnival Corporation, with increases up to $42 per share. They cite stronger-than-expected third quarter results, robust forward bookings, and improving long-term revenue visibility.Narrative Update • Oct 18
Fleet Modernization And Private Destinations Will Expand Global Reach
The consensus analyst price target for Carnival Corporation & has increased slightly to $35.84. This reflects confidence in the company's strong forward bookings, robust quarterly results, and improved margin outlook.Narrative Update • Oct 04
Fleet Modernization And Private Destinations Will Expand Global Reach
Carnival Corporation & saw its average analyst price target rise to $35.75 from $34.27. This adjustment is based on analysts citing stronger-than-expected earnings, resilient demand, and improving booking trends for the company.Analysis Article • Oct 02
The Carnival Corporation & plc (NYSE:CCL) Third-Quarter Results Are Out And Analysts Have Published New Forecasts
Carnival Corporation & plc ( NYSE:CCL ) shareholders are probably feeling a little disappointed, since its shares fell...Narrative Update • Sep 19
Fleet Modernization And Private Destinations Will Expand Global Reach
Carnival Corporation’s consensus price target has increased to $34.27 as analysts cite robust consumer demand, strong booking trends, and ongoing margin expansion from fleet modernization and strategic initiatives, reflecting raised growth forecasts and a favorable risk/reward profile. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts cite consistently strong consumer demand and solid booking trends, supported by positive Q2 and Q3 earnings surprises and raised forward guidance.Narrative Update • Sep 04
Fleet Modernization And Private Destinations Will Expand Global Reach
Analysts maintain a positive outlook on Carnival Corporation & due to strong consumer demand, robust booking trends, margin expansion opportunities, and consistent earnings outperformance, resulting in an unchanged consensus price target of $33.36. Analyst Commentary Strong consumer demand and robust booking trends driving revenue and cash flow growth, further bolstered by Carnival’s strategic fleet modernization.Seeking Alpha • Apr 28
Carnival Corporation: More Than A Recovery Story
Summary I am bullish on Carnival Corporation & plc, rating it a buy due to its resilience, operational leverage, cost discipline, and prudent debt management. Carnival's financial recovery and structural changes have driven significant revenue and EBITDA growth, yet the market undervalues its operational efficiencies. The experience economy and aging population present unique growth drivers, positioning Carnival for sustainable long-term growth. Sensitivity analysis indicates a 64% upside potential with manageable downside risk, supporting my buy recommendation despite potential global recession and debt overhang risks. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Apr 20
Carnival's Selloff Triggers Near Doubling Upside Potential - Reiterate Buy
Summary CCL has had the much needed selloff from recent heights, with it already triggering the cheaper valuations and near doubling upside potential over the next few years. Part of the headwinds are naturally attributed to the near-term risks from rising anti-US sentiments and ongoing pullback in foreign tourism, thanks to the ongoing tariff war. Even so, readers must note CCL's growing customer deposits at higher yields, as similarly observed in the management's raised FY2025 guidance. This is significantly aided by the raised consensus estimates, lower short interest volumes, emergence of clear uptrend support line since October 2022 bottom, and recent bounce at $16.43 floor. We shall further discuss why we are reiterating our Buy rating for the CCL stock here. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Mar 20
Carnival: Likely Cruising To Investment Grade Ahead Of Schedule
Summary Carnival’s leading market share in the cruise industry sets it up to benefit the most from the forecasted industry growth. I expect Carnival to outperform its FY 2025 guidance, potentially generating $7.49 billion in EBITDA. I’m forecasting Carnival to reduce its debt balance by $3.78 billion in FY 2025, allowing it to exit the year as investment grade, a year ahead of guidance. I’m reiterating my buy rating for Carnival stock with a 1-year price target of $43, representing 113% upside from its current valuation. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaShareholder Returns
| CCL | US Hospitality | US Market | |
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| 7D | -4.4% | -5.6% | -0.2% |
| 1Y | -27.6% | -10.1% | 14.8% |
Return vs Industry: CCL underperformed the US Hospitality industry which returned -10.1% over the past year.
Return vs Market: CCL underperformed the US Market which returned 14.8% over the past year.
Price Volatility
| CCL volatility | |
|---|---|
| CCL Average Weekly Movement | 6.0% |
| Hospitality Industry Average Movement | 6.8% |
| Market Average Movement | 6.9% |
| 10% most volatile stocks in US Market | 15.5% |
| 10% least volatile stocks in US Market | 2.9% |
Stable Share Price: CCL has not had significant price volatility in the past 3 months compared to the US market.
Volatility Over Time: CCL's weekly volatility (6%) has been stable over the past year.
About the Company
| Founded | Employees | CEO | Website |
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| 1972 | 160,000 | Josh Weinstein | www.carnivalcorp.com |
Carnival Corporation Ltd., a cruise company, provides leisure travel services. The company operates through four segments: North America Cruise Operations, Europe Cruise Operations, Cruise Support, and Tour and Other. It operates port destinations and islands, as well as owns and operates hotels, lodges, glass-domed railcars, and motorcoaches.
Carnival Corporation Ltd. Fundamentals Summary
| CCL fundamental statistics | |
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| Market cap | US$31.78b |
| Earnings (TTM) | US$3.07b |
| Revenue (TTM) | US$27.31b |
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P/E Ratio1.1x
P/S RatioIs CCL overvalued?
See Fair Value and valuation analysisEarnings & Revenue
| CCL income statement (TTM) | |
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| Revenue | US$27.31b |
| Cost of Revenue | US$12.11b |
| Gross Profit | US$15.21b |
| Other Expenses | US$12.14b |
| Earnings | US$3.07b |
Last Reported Earnings
May 31, 2026
Next Earnings Date
n/a
| Earnings per share (EPS) | 2.24 |
| Gross Margin | 55.68% |
| Net Profit Margin | 11.24% |
| Debt/Equity Ratio | 191.7% |
How did CCL perform over the long term?
See historical performance and comparisonDividends
2.6%
Current Dividend Yield13%
Payout RatioCompany Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/09/09 04:09 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/09/09 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/05/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/11/30 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
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Analyst Sources
Carnival Corporation Ltd. is covered by 44 analysts. 25 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| John Staszak | Argus Research Company |
| Felicia Kantor Hendrix | Barclays |
| Brandt Montour | Barclays |