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Consumer Cyclical - Leisure - NYSE - US
$ 29.96
1.05 %
$ 38.9 B
Market Cap
15.69
P/E
1. INTRINSIC VALUE

This DCF valuation model was last updated on Jul, 6, 2025.

The intrinsic value of one CCL stock under the worst case scenario is HIDDEN Compared to the current market price of 30 USD, Carnival Corporation & plc is HIDDEN

This DCF valuation model was last updated on Jul, 6, 2025.

The intrinsic value of one CCL stock under the base case scenario is HIDDEN Compared to the current market price of 30 USD, Carnival Corporation & plc is HIDDEN

This DCF valuation model was last updated on Jul, 6, 2025.

The intrinsic value of one CCL stock under the best case scenario is HIDDEN Compared to the current market price of 30 USD, Carnival Corporation & plc is HIDDEN

2. FUNDAMENTAL ANALYSIS

Price Chart CCL

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$30.0$30.0$28.0$28.0$26.0$26.0$24.0$24.0$22.0$22.0$20.0$20.0$18.0$18.0$16.0$16.015 Jan15 JanFeb '25Feb '2515 Feb15 FebMar '25Mar '2515 Mar15 MarApr '25Apr '2515 Apr15 AprMay '25May '2515 May15 MayJun '25Jun '2515 Jun15 JunJul '25Jul '25
FINANCIALS
25 B REVENUE
15.88%
3.57 B OPERATING INCOME
82.72%
1.92 B NET INCOME
2689.19%
5.92 B OPERATING CASH FLOW
38.36%
-4.54 B INVESTING CASH FLOW
-61.39%
-2.58 B FINANCING CASH FLOW
49.22%
6.33 B REVENUE
8.92%
934 M OPERATING INCOME
72.01%
564 M NET INCOME
823.08%
2.39 B OPERATING CASH FLOW
158.59%
-586 M INVESTING CASH FLOW
3.14%
-521 M FINANCING CASH FLOW
24.49%
Balance Sheet Carnival Corporation & plc
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Current Assets 3.38 B
Cash & Short-Term Investments 1.21 B
Receivables 590 M
Other Current Assets 1.58 B
Non-Current Assets 45.7 B
Long-Term Investments 0
PP&E 43.2 B
Other Non-Current Assets 2.52 B
3.22 %87.98 %5.13 %Total Assets$49.1b
Current Liabilities 11.6 B
Accounts Payable 1.13 B
Short-Term Debt 1.7 B
Other Current Liabilities 8.78 B
Non-Current Liabilities 28.2 B
Long-Term Debt 27.2 B
Other Non-Current Liabilities 1.01 B
2.85 %4.27 %22.06 %68.27 %Total Liabilities$39.8b
EFFICIENCY
Earnings Waterfall Carnival Corporation & plc
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Revenue 25 B
Cost Of Revenue 15.6 B
Gross Profit 9.38 B
Operating Expenses 5.81 B
Operating Income 3.57 B
Other Expenses 1.66 B
Net Income 1.92 B
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RATIOS
37.50% GROSS MARGIN
37.50%
14.28% OPERATING MARGIN
14.28%
7.66% NET MARGIN
7.66%
20.71% ROE
20.71%
3.91% ROA
3.91%
9.14% ROIC
9.14%
FREE CASH FLOW ANALYSIS
Free Cash Flow Analysis Carnival Corporation & plc
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Net Income 1.92 B
Depreciation & Amortization 2.56 B
Capital Expenditures -4.63 B
Stock-Based Compensation 62 M
Change in Working Capital 960 M
Others 1.45 B
Free Cash Flow 1.3 B
3. WALL STREET ANALYSTS ESTIMATES
Wall Street Analysts Price Targets Carnival Corporation & plc
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Wall Street analysts predict an average 1-year price target for CCL of $25.5 , with forecasts ranging from a low of $16.5 to a high of $34 .
CCL Lowest Price Target Wall Street Target
16.5 USD -44.93%
CCL Average Price Target Wall Street Target
25.5 USD -15.03%
CCL Highest Price Target Wall Street Target
34 USD 13.48%
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4. DIVIDEND ANALYSIS
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5. COMPETITION
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6. Ownership
Insider Ownership Carnival Corporation & plc
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7. News
3 Reasons to Buy Carnival Stock Like There's No Tomorrow Government restrictions during the COVID-19 pandemic inflicted a lot of financial damage to many travel-related businesses, including cruise ship operator Carnival (CCL 1.08%). But after years of rebuilding, the company finally got its groove back. fool.com - 2 weeks ago
Holland America Line Marks America's 250th Anniversary in 2026 with Cruise to Historical U.S. Ports The July 4 departure aboard Zuiderdam sails roundtrip from Boston and includes an overnight in New York and a visit to Norfolk, Virginia SEATTLE , July 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- In honor of America's 250th birthday in 2026, Holland America Line is sailing a landmark cruise roundtrip from Boston — the epicenter of the American Revolution. The seven-day "America's 250th Celebration: Stars & Stripes Voyage" aboard Zuiderdam departs July 4, 2026, and includes a visit to Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada, an overnight visit to New York City, as well as a special call at Norfolk, Virginia, with access to Colonial Williamsburg and Jamestown. prnewswire.com - 2 weeks ago
Carnival Corporation (CCL) Hit a 52 Week High, Can the Run Continue? 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. zacks.com - 2 weeks ago
2 Reasons to Buy Carnival Stock Like There's No Tomorrow Carnival (CCL 1.96%) is one of the largest cruise ship operators in the world, and it's producing record results right now. The stock price has remained well below its pre-coronavirus pandemic peak, at least partly thanks to a heavy debt load. fool.com - 2 weeks ago
Why Carnival Stock Cruised Forward in June Carnival (CCL 1.96%) reported smooth sailing in the second quarter, producing results that exceeded expectations and showing significant progress improving its balance sheet. fool.com - 2 weeks ago
Carnival's EBITDA Momentum Picks Up: Is Margin Expansion Sustainable? CCL's yield gains and onboard spend surge lift fiscal second-quarter margins, prompting a boost to FY25 EBITDA guidance. zacks.com - 2 weeks ago
Crush the Market With These 4 PEG-Efficient Value Stocks CCL, HMY, DLTR and GEF all pass a PEG-focused screen designed to avoid classic value traps. zacks.com - 2 weeks ago
4 Discretionary Stocks to Buy as Consumer Sentiment Rebounds FUBO, CCL, LOPE, and TILE stand out as top picks as consumer sentiment sees its biggest monthly jump in over 30 years. zacks.com - 2 weeks ago
Where Will Carnival Stock Be in 5 Years? Carnival (CCL 3.32%), the world's top cruise line operator, suffered a severe slowdown during the pandemic's height as global travel and tourism ground to a halt. On April 2, 2020, its stock closed at just $7.97 per share -- its lowest closing price since the Black Monday Crash of 1987. fool.com - 2 weeks ago
CCL or ATAT: Which Is the Better Value Stock Right Now? 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 stocks offers value investors a better bang for their buck right now? zacks.com - 2 weeks ago
3 Monster Stocks to Hold for the Next 3 Years It's halftime for 2025, but investing isn't a game that is won or lost in a single year. You need patience and vision for the best market strategies to play out. fool.com - 2 weeks ago
Is Carnival (CCL) Stock Undervalued Right Now? 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. zacks.com - 2 weeks ago
8. Profile Summary

Carnival Corporation & plc CCL

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COUNTRY US
INDUSTRY Leisure
MARKET CAP $ 38.9 B
Dividend Yield 0.00%
Description 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.
Contact Carnival Place, Miami, FL, 33178-2428 https://www.carnivalcorp.com
IPO Date July 24, 1987
Employees 115000
Officers Mr. Joshua Ian Weinstein Chief Executive Officer & Director Mr. Adolfo M. Perez Senior Vice President of Trade Sales and Marketing for Carnival Cruise Line Mr. Micky Meir Arison Executive Chairman of the Board Mr. Roger Chen Chief Executive Officer of CSSC Carnival Cruise Shipping & Chairman in China Ms. Beth Roberts Senior Vice President of Investor Relations Mr. David Bernstein Chief Financial Officer & Chief Accounting Officer Ms. Bettina Deynes Global Chief Human Resources Officer Hon. E. H. Horst Rahe Life President of AIDA Cruises Mr. Enrique Miguez J.D. General Counsel Mr. Tom Strang Senior Vice President of Maritime Affairs