Carnival Corporation & plc (CCL)

US — Consumer Cyclical Sector
Peers: RCL  ABNB  EXPE  BKNG  NCLH  TRIP 

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Key Metrics & Ratings

  • symbol CCL
  • Rev/Share 19.7957
  • Book/Share 7.6273
  • PB 3.8375
  • Debt/Equity 2.8628
  • CurrentRatio 0.3366
  • ROIC 0.1051

 

  • MktCap 37949304224.0
  • FreeCF/Share 2.1387
  • PFCF 13.5243
  • PE 15.2088
  • Debt/Assets 0.5599
  • DivYield 0
  • ROE 0.2727

 

  • Rating B+
  • Score 3
  • Recommendation Neutral
  • P/E Score 3
  • DCF Score 3
  • P/B Score 2
  • D/E Score 1

Recent Analyst Ratings

Type Ticker Analyst Firm Previous Rating Current Rating Previous Price Target Current Price Target Date
Initiation CCL TD Cowen -- Buy -- $36 July 22, 2025
Reiterated CCL Citigroup -- Buy $30 $37 July 16, 2025
Upgrade CCL HSBC Securities Reduce Hold -- $24 May 16, 2025
Initiation CCL Northcoast -- Neutral -- -- April 25, 2025
Upgrade CCL Morgan Stanley Underweight Equal Weight -- $21 April 10, 2025
Initiation CCL Exane BNP Paribas -- Outperform -- $26 March 27, 2025
Initiation CCL Loop Capital -- Hold -- $225 Feb. 5, 2025
Reiterated CCL Barclays -- Overweight $31 $32 Dec. 23, 2024
Reiterated CCL Stifel -- Buy $32 $34 Dec. 23, 2024
Reiterated CCL Citigroup -- Buy $30 $31 Dec. 23, 2024

News

Will CCL's New Ships Translate Into Sustainable Profitability?
CCL
Published: August 21, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Carnival bets on new ships to boost growth and efficiency, but rising costs test whether gains can turn into lasting profitability.

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CCL Stock Rises 34% in 3 Months: Should You Act Now or Hold Steady?
CCL
Published: August 20, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral

Carnival's 34% rally in three months reflects strong demand, record yields and balance sheet gains. Yet, rising costs and global risks loom.

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CCL or ATAT: Which Is the Better Value Stock Right Now?
ATAT, CCL
Published: August 18, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral

Investors looking for stocks in the Leisure and Recreation Services sector might want to consider either Carnival (CCL) or Atour Lifestyle Holdings Limited Sponsored ADR (ATAT). But which of these two stocks offers value investors a better bang for their buck right now?

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Should Value Investors Buy Carnival (CCL) Stock?
CCL
Published: August 18, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Here at Zacks, our focus is on the proven Zacks Rank system, which emphasizes earnings estimates and estimate revisions to find great stocks. Nevertheless, we are always paying attention to the latest value, growth, and momentum trends to underscore strong picks.

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Best Stock to Buy Right Now: Carnival Corporation vs. Viking Holdings
CCL, VIK
Published: August 17, 2025 by: The Motley Fool
Sentiment: Positive

The cruise industry is an interesting one from a stock market perspective. During the pandemic, these companies had to take on a huge amount of debt and sell equity, diluting their shareholders, to raise cash and ride out COVID-19.

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CCL Industries Inc. (CCDBF) Q2 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
CCDBF, CCL, CCLLF
Published: August 14, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Neutral

CCL Industries Inc. (OTCPK:CCDBF) Q2 2025 Earnings Conference Call August 14, 2025 7:30 AM ET Company Participants Geoffrey T. Martin - President, CEO & Director Sean P.

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Will Carnival's New Ship Additions Boost Its Competitive Position?
CCL
Published: August 14, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

CCL plans strategic ship additions and upgrades to elevate guest experience and strengthen its market position.

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5 Discretionary Stocks to Boost Your Portfolio on Rising Rate Cut Hopes
CCL, DIS, HAS, NFLX, RL
Published: August 14, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Rate cut optimism is fueling U.S. markets, with DIS, CCL, HAS, NFLX and RL set for potential gains in consumer discretionary.

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Carnival: Let The Meltdown Play Out - Buy The Upcoming Dip
CCL
Published: August 13, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Neutral

CCL has significantly benefited from the consumers' willingness to pay the higher ticket prices/ onboard spending and the expanding cruise demographics beyond typical boomers/ Gen X to Millennials. The same has been observed in its growing customer deposits, significantly aided by the increased capacity from newbuilds and the higher close-in booking trends. It is apparent that the uncertain macroeconomic outlook has yet to spill into the cruise/ travel sector, as similarly reported by market leaders in Q2'25 earning season.

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Will Carnival's Pricing Power Hold Up Amid Rising Competition?
CCL
Published: August 07, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

CCL posts record yields and two-decade high margins, but rivals RCL and NCLH are eyeing its premium pricing edge.

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Is Carnival (CCL) Stock Outpacing Its Consumer Discretionary Peers This Year?
CCL
Published: August 04, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Here is how Carnival (CCL) and Monarch Casino (MCRI) have performed compared to their sector so far this year.

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Is Carnival (CCL) a Buy as Wall Street Analysts Look Optimistic?
CCL
Published: August 04, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

When deciding whether to buy, sell, or hold a stock, investors often rely on analyst recommendations. Media reports about rating changes by these brokerage-firm-employed (or sell-side) analysts often influence a stock's price, but are they really important?

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CCL vs. ATAT: Which Stock Is the Better Value Option?
ATAT, CCL
Published: August 01, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Investors interested in stocks from the Leisure and Recreation Services sector have probably already heard of Carnival (CCL) and Atour Lifestyle Holdings Limited Sponsored ADR (ATAT). But which of these two stocks is more attractive to value investors?

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Should Value Investors Buy Carnival (CCL) Stock?
CCL
Published: August 01, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Here at Zacks, our focus is on the proven Zacks Rank system, which emphasizes earnings estimates and estimate revisions to find great stocks. Nevertheless, we are always paying attention to the latest value, growth, and momentum trends to underscore strong picks.

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Here's Why Carnival (CCL) is a Strong Value Stock
CCL
Published: August 01, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

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4 Stocks Trading Near 52-Week High With Room to Rise Further
CCL, DB, FLS, VIRT
Published: July 31, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Investors target stocks that have been on a bullish run. Stocks like DB, CCL, FLS and VIRT are seeing price strength and the momentum is likely to continue.

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Carnival Corporation (CCL) is Attracting Investor Attention: Here is What You Should Know
CCL
Published: July 31, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Recently, Zacks.com users have been paying close attention to Carnival (CCL). This makes it worthwhile to examine what the stock has in store.

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HTX Launches Crypto Gifts Feature: Ushering In the On-Chain Social Networking Carnival with 180,000 USDT in Giveaways
CCL
Published: July 30, 2025 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

PANAMA CITY, July 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HTX, a leading global cryptocurrency exchange, has officially rolled out its brand-new Crypto Gifts feature. This innovation is designed to seamlessly integrate digital assets into social sharing, moving them beyond traditional trading platforms. To celebrate, HTX is launching the limited-time Crypto Gifts Spree, live from now until August 24, 2025 at 04:00 (UTC). This event is held in partnership with diamond sponsors AITECH , LF , and ecosystem partners AVA and ZETA . During the campaign, users can create, share, and claim Crypto Gifts directly within the HTX app or on social …

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CCL vs. NCLH: Which Cruise Stock is the Better Buy Now?
CCL, NCLH
Published: July 28, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Carnival rides on strong bookings, margin gains and earnings momentum, while Norwegian Cruise trails with softer growth and cost pressures.

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Carnival (CCL) Up 20.6% Since Last Earnings Report: Can It Continue?
CCL
Published: July 24, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Carnival (CCL) reported earnings 30 days ago. What's next for the stock?

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Carnival Corporation (CCL) Hits Fresh High: Is There Still Room to Run?
CCL
Published: July 24, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Carnival (CCL) is at a 52-week high, but can investors hope for more gains in the future? We take a look at the company's fundamentals for clues.

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Will Carnival's New Rewards Model Drive the Next Wave of Monetization?
CCL
Published: July 22, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

CCL's 2026 loyalty revamp ties rewards to total guest spend, aiming to deepen engagement and boost long-term yields.

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New Strong Buy Stocks for July 21st
ADNT, CCL, FULT, MCHP, MCRI
Published: July 21, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

ADNT, CCL, MCRI, FULT and MCHP have been added to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) List on July 21, 2025.

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Carnival Cruise Line's 'new exclusive destination' opens
CCL
Published: July 19, 2025 by: Fox Business
Sentiment: Positive

Celebration Key welcomes first guests from Carnival Vista, offering family and adult areas across five portals of fun, marking a major project completed.

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Full Steam Ahead: The Bullish Case for Carnival Stock
CCL
Published: July 18, 2025 by: MarketBeat
Sentiment: Positive

Carnival Corporation's NYSE: CCL stock is charting a decisively upward course, trading near 52-week highs as investor sentiment shifts from cautious to confident. This rally gained significant fuel from a major endorsement by Citigroup NYSE: C, which recently raised its price target to a street-high of $37.00.

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CCL vs. ATAT: Which Stock Should Value Investors Buy Now?
ATAT, CCL
Published: July 16, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Investors with an interest in Leisure and Recreation Services stocks have likely encountered both Carnival (CCL) and Atour Lifestyle Holdings Limited Sponsored ADR (ATAT). But which of these two companies is the best option for those looking for undervalued stocks?

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Are Investors Undervaluing Carnival (CCL) Right Now?
CCL
Published: July 16, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Here at Zacks, our focus is on the proven Zacks Rank system, which emphasizes earnings estimates and estimate revisions to find great stocks. Nevertheless, we are always paying attention to the latest value, growth, and momentum trends to underscore strong picks.

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Carnival's Debt Refinancing Gains Steam: Investment Grade Ahead?
CCL
Published: July 16, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral

CCL slashes debt and interest costs with $7B in refinancing moves, strengthening its push toward investment-grade credit.

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Why Carnival (CCL) is a Top Value Stock for the Long-Term
CCL
Published: July 15, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

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CCL Stock Rises 20% in a Month: Should You Act Now or Hold Steady?
CCL
Published: July 14, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Carnival surges 20% in a month as record earnings, upgraded guidance and strong bookings fuel cruise sector optimism.

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About Carnival Corporation & plc (CCL)

  • IPO Date 1987-07-24
  • Website https://www.carnivalcorp.com
  • Industry Leisure
  • CEO Joshua Ian Weinstein
  • Employees 115000

Carnival Corporation & plc operates as a leisure travel company. Its ships visit approximately 700 ports under the Carnival Cruise Line, Princess Cruises, Holland America Line, P&O Cruises (Australia), Seabourn, Costa Cruises, AIDA Cruises, P&O Cruises (UK), and Cunard brand names. The company also provides port destinations and other services, as well as owns and owns and operates hotels, lodges, glass-domed railcars, and motor coaches. It sells its cruises primarily through travel agents, tour operators, vacation planners, and websites. The company operates in the United States, Canada, Continental Europe, the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, Asia, and internationally. It operates 87 ships with 223,000 lower berths. Carnival Corporation & plc was founded in 1972 and is headquartered in Miami, Florida.