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CARNIVAL CORP (CCL)
Key Performance
More- Earnings Score: 78
- Momentum Score: 59
- True Yield: N/A
- Financial Health Score: 96
Latest Research & News
3 Burning Questions Carnival Stock Will Answer This Week
Carnival Corp. reports fiscal Q2 results on Tuesday with three key questions for investors: Can it extend its 11-quarter earnings beat streak despite rising fuel costs? Will it maintain positive net yield guidance unlike Norwegian Cruise Line's recent stumble? Can it sustain its recent market leadership momentum over Royal Caribbean?
06/22/2026, 11:05 AM • The Motley Fool
Royal Caribbean’s Best Quarter Ever Still Leaves a Big Question
Royal Caribbean reported record Q1 2026 results with net income of $950 million ($3.48 per share) and adjusted earnings of $3.60 per share, beating expectations. The company projects full-year 2026 adjusted EPS of $17.10-$17.50, representing double-digit growth. However, with the stock up 250% over five years and current valuations already reflecting positive news, analysts question whether significant upside remains. The company faces risks from potential consumer spending slowdowns and discretionary spending pullbacks.
06/22/2026, 10:42 AM • Investing
Carnival Stock Rises As Oil Prices Fall After MoU
Carnival shares rose 3.58% as crude oil prices fell following a U.S.-Iran peace deal that reopens the Strait of Hormuz and resumes Iranian crude exports. Oil prices dropped 1.3% to $75/barrel, benefiting cruise operators by reducing fuel costs and improving margins. Technical indicators show Carnival in a healthier intermediate trend with key resistance at $33.00 and support at $25.50.
06/18/2026, 3:26 PM • Benzinga
Why Is Carnival Stock Falling Wednesday?
Carnival Corporation stock fell 5.50% on Wednesday as cruise operators faced pressure from rising fuel costs and a broader market sell-off. The decline was further weighed down by a recent cybersecurity incident involving customer data exposure. Despite completing the rollout of Konami Gaming's casino management system across its fleet, the stock remains below key moving averages with a bearish technical setup.
06/10/2026, 1:20 PM • Benzinga
Royal Caribbean Cruises vs. Carnival Corporation: Which Cruise Stock Is a Better Buy in 2026?
Both Royal Caribbean Cruises and Carnival Corporation are strong cruise industry players with growing revenues and robust free cash flow. Royal Caribbean boasts a superior net margin of 23.8%, while Carnival leverages its larger scale with 90+ ships and generates higher absolute free cash flow of $2.6 billion. However, Carnival offers better valuation metrics with a lower forward P/E ratio of 11.8x versus Royal Caribbean's 16.1x, making it the more attractive buy for value-oriented investors in 2026.
06/03/2026, 8:16 PM • The Motley Fool
Celebrating environmental leadership at the Port of Vancouver with Blue Circle Awards
The Vancouver Fraser Port Authority announced the 2026 Blue Circle Awards, recognizing nearly 30 terminals, tenants, marine operators, and cruise and shipping lines for environmental leadership. Recipients were honored for reducing air emissions, underwater noise, and conserving energy through initiatives like equipment electrification, EV adoption, shore power connections, and alternative fuel technologies. The awards highlight the port's commitment to sustainable trade operations.
06/03/2026, 1:00 PM • GlobeNewswire
3 Reasons to Buy Carnival Stock in June
Carnival Corp. stock has risen 21% over the past year, outpacing rivals. The article highlights three reasons to buy in June: strong earnings beat streak (11 consecutive quarters), upcoming fiscal Q3 peak season, and attractive valuation at 13x forward earnings. The company recently reinstated its dividend and authorized $2.5 billion in stock buybacks.
05/29/2026, 10:21 AM • The Motley Fool
Carnival Corporation experienced a data breach on April 14, 2026, affecting approximately 5.99 million individuals. The breach resulted from a social engineering attack that compromised an employee's account, exposing personal information including names, addresses, email addresses, phone numbers, dates of birth, and government-issued identification numbers. Edelson Lechtzin LLP is investigating potential class action claims on behalf of affected individuals.
05/28/2026, 9:12 PM • GlobeNewswire
Dow Jones Hit Records Above 50,600 As Oil Sinks Below $90: Stock Market Today
The Dow Jones Industrial Average reached a record high above 50,600 while the Nasdaq 100 declined 0.7% on Wednesday. Oil prices fell sharply below $90 per barrel following reports of potential Iran negotiations, benefiting travel and leisure stocks. The S&P 500 edged slightly lower as semiconductor stocks retreated, while consumer discretionary and hospitality sectors led gains.
05/27/2026, 1:29 PM • Benzinga
Got $1,000? 3 Stocks to Buy Now While They're on Sale
With the S&P 500 at historically high valuations, three stocks are presented as potential bargains: Target, a recovering retailer with improving sales and a 55-year dividend history; Carnival, a cruise operator reporting record demand and bookings despite oil price headwinds; and On Holding, a growing athletic wear brand with strong margins and loyal affluent customers.
05/27/2026, 4:05 AM • The Motley Fool
Stock Market Today, May 26: Micron Surges After UBS Lifts Price Target on AI Optimism
Micron Technology surged approximately 18% after UBS tripled its price target to $1,625, pushing the semiconductor maker toward a $1 trillion valuation. The rally was fueled by AI optimism and President Trump's praise for the company's U.S. investments. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq climbed on AI strength, while the Dow lagged as non-tech blue chips underperformed. Travel stocks like United Airlines and Carnival also rallied on easing oil prices and Iran peace talk optimism.
05/26/2026, 1:07 PM • The Motley Fool
After the Sell-Off, Here Are the 3 Best S&P 500 Stocks to Buy Now
Following recent market sell-offs driven by geopolitical concerns and interest rate uncertainty, three S&P 500 stocks are highlighted as attractive buying opportunities: Home Depot, which reported strong earnings and positive consumer engagement; Nike, which is executing a recovery plan and remains the top brand among teens; and Carnival, which has achieved record bookings and revenue while paying down pandemic-era debt.
05/25/2026, 6:15 PM • The Motley Fool
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Company Profile
Carnival Corporation Ltd., a cruise company, provides leisure travel services in North America, Australia, Europe, and internationally. 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. The company offers its services under the AIDA Cruises, Carnival Cruise Line, Costa Cruises, Cunard, Holland America Line, P&O Cruises (Australia), P&O Cruises (UK), Princess Cruises, and Seabourn brands. It sells its cruises through travel agents, tour operators, vacation planners, websites, and onboard future cruise consultants. Carnival Corporation Ltd. was founded in 1972 and is headquartered in Miami, Florida.
Key Executives
- Joshua Ian Weinstein
- David Bernstein
- Enrique Miguez
- Lars Ljoen
- Bettina Deynes
Current Ownership Distribution
- Institutions12.4B (54.61%)
- Mutual Funds10.0B (43.98%)
- Insiders322.3M (1.42%)
- Other0 (0.00%)