Carnival Corporation & plc (CCL)
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- symbol CCL
- Rev/Share 20.2749
- Book/Share 9.3549
- PB 3.0196
- Debt/Equity 2.2788
- CurrentRatio 0.3223
- ROIC 0.1079
- MktCap 37079286810.0
- FreeCF/Share 2.2193
- PFCF 12.7245
- PE 13.4344
- Debt/Assets 0.5416
- DivYield 0
- ROE 0.2545
- Rating B+
- Score 3
- Recommendation Neutral
- P/E Score 4
- 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 | Wells Fargo | -- | Overweight | -- | $37 | Nov. 18, 2025 |
| 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 | Stifel | -- | Buy | $32 | $34 | Dec. 23, 2024 |
| Reiterated | CCL | Barclays | -- | Overweight | $31 | $32 | Dec. 23, 2024 |
News
Why CCL Could Outperform Tripadvisor Stock
Published: December 11, 2025 by: Forbes
Sentiment: Positive
CCL is Tripadvisor's competitor in the Hotels, Resorts & Cruise Lines sector that possesses:
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CCL's Free Cash Flow Turnaround Accelerates: How Much Runway Is Left?
Published: December 11, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Carnival's free cash flow momentum accelerates as stronger pricing, longer booking curves and efficiency gains deepen its recovery.
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Wall Street Bulls Look Optimistic About Carnival (CCL): Should You Buy?
Published: December 11, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral
The recommendations of Wall Street analysts are often relied on by investors when deciding whether to buy, sell, or hold a stock. Media reports about these brokerage-firm-employed (or sell-side) analysts changing their ratings often affect a stock's price.
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Why Carnival (CCL) is a Top Value Stock for the Long-Term
Published: December 10, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
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Carnival Corporation: Price Upside Is Due
Published: December 09, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive
Carnival Corporation remains rated Buy, with a compelling upside after a recent 10% price drop, reflecting softening demand conditions. CCL's forward P/E has dropped in the past two months, owing to an improved outlook and lower price. Its EV/EBITDA is also at the lowest levels in the sector. While deceleration in industry-wide cruise growth along with a weak macroeconomic outlook is concerning, the company's earnings outlook and expectations for 2026 are still encouraging.
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CCL's ROIC Climbs to 13%: Is a New Profitability Cycle Taking Shape?
Published: December 04, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Carnival's ROIC hits its highest level since 2007, signaling stronger returns as efficiency gains, debt cuts and fleet upgrades reshape its recovery path.
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4 Discretionary Stocks to Buy on Rising Hopes of a December Rate Cut
Published: December 04, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
CCL, FUBO, RL and ROKU stand out as consumer plays as firmer economic data lift sentiment and revive hopes for a December rate cut.
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CCL Stock Slips 19% in 3 Months: Should Investors Buy the Dip or Wait?
Published: December 03, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral
Carnival's 19% slide contrasts with record 2026-2027 bookings, broad pricing gains and expanding destination assets supporting its outlook.
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Has Carnival (CCL) Outpaced Other Consumer Discretionary Stocks This Year?
Published: December 03, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Here is how Carnival (CCL) and Sony (SONY) have performed compared to their sector so far this year.
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Carnival (CCL) Upgraded to Buy: Here's What You Should Know
Published: December 01, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Carnival (CCL) might move higher on growing optimism about its earnings prospects, which is reflected by its upgrade to a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy).
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CCL or VIK: Which Is the Better Value Stock Right Now?
Published: December 01, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral
Investors interested in Leisure and Recreation Services stocks are likely familiar with Carnival (CCL) and Viking Holdings (VIK). But which of these two stocks offers value investors a better bang for their buck right now?
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Are Investors Undervaluing Carnival (CCL) Right Now?
Published: December 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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Published: November 28, 2025 by: Business Wire
Sentiment: Neutral
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Carnival CEO and Holland America Line president on the cruise industry outlook
Published: November 26, 2025 by: CNBC Television
Sentiment: Neutral
Carnival CEO Josh Weinstein and Holland America Line President Beth Bodensteiner join CNBC's ‘Money Movers' to discuss their participation in the annual Macy's Thanksgiving Parade, their cruise industry outlook, and more.
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CCL vs. NCLH: Which Cruise Stock Looks More Attractive for Now?
Published: November 26, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Carnival and Norwegian Cruise take different routes on pricing, costs and leverage as investors assess which cruise operator looks stronger now.
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Does Carnival Stock Offer Value As AI Bubble Bursts?
Published: November 25, 2025 by: Forbes
Sentiment: Positive
As the AI trade finally shows signs of fatigue and investors reassess stretched valuations, traditional cash-flow businesses are quietly becoming compelling again. One of the most interesting among them is Carnival (CCL), a company tied to real assets, real pricing power, and real demand rather than speculative narratives.
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Carnival vs. Royal Caribbean: Which Cruise Stock Is the Better Buy Now?
Published: November 24, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
CCL's turnaround, record demand and strengthening balance sheet sharpen its edge as investors weigh the cruise sector's next phase.
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Can CCL Maintain Record Pricing Across Both North America and Europe?
Published: November 21, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Carnival hits record ticket pricing across North America and Europe as strong demand, tight supply and early 2026 bookings fuel momentum.
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Is the Options Market Predicting a Spike in Carnival Stock?
Published: November 20, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral
Investors need to pay close attention to CCL stock based on the movements in the options market lately.
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Are Consumer Discretionary Stocks Lagging Carnival (CCL) This Year?
Published: November 17, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Negative
Here is how Carnival (CCL) and Sony (SONY) have performed compared to their sector so far this year.
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Record Bookings and Rising Yields: How Far Can CCL's Profit Cruise?
Published: November 12, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Carnival sails past expectations with record bookings, rising yields and a stronger balance sheet - testing how far its profit cruise can go.
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Carnival Stock Rises 21% in Six Months: Should You Climb Aboard?
Published: November 10, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
CCL's 21% stock gain in six months reflects booming bookings, rising yields and upgraded 2025 guidance signaling stronger fundamentals.
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CCL vs. ABNB: Which Stock Is the Better Value Option?
Published: November 10, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral
Investors interested in stocks from the Leisure and Recreation Services sector have probably already heard of Carnival (CCL) and Airbnb, Inc. (ABNB). But which of these two stocks offers value investors a better bang for their buck right now?
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Is Carnival (CCL) Stock Undervalued Right Now?
Published: November 07, 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
Published: October 30, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
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Investors Heavily Search Carnival Corporation (CCL): Here is What You Need to Know
Published: October 30, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Carnival (CCL) has received quite a bit of attention from Zacks.com users lately. Therefore, it is wise to be aware of the facts that can impact the stock's prospects.
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Why Is Carnival (CCL) Down 3.6% Since Last Earnings Report?
Published: October 29, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Negative
Carnival (CCL) reported earnings 30 days ago. What's next for the stock?
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Buy 2 Consumer Discretionary Stocks on Strong Q3 Earnings
Published: October 24, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
CCL and LVS shine with robust Q3 earnings, upbeat travel demand, and optimistic growth forecasts for 2025 and beyond.
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CCL vs. ATAT: Which Stock Should Value Investors Buy Now?
Published: October 22, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
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 presents investors with the better value opportunity right now?
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Should Value Investors Buy Carnival (CCL) Stock?
Published: October 22, 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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About Carnival Corporation & plc (CCL)
- IPO Date 1987-07-24
- Website https://www.carnivalcorp.com
- Industry Leisure
- CEO Joshua Ian Weinstein
- Employees 115000