Carnival Plc Stock Price, News & Analysis

Carnival Corporation (NYSE:CCL) reported exceptional Q3 2025 financial results, achieving all-time high net income of $1.9 billion and adjusted net income of $2.0 billion. The company delivered record revenues of $8.2 billion, marking its tenth consecutive quarter of record performance.

Key highlights include a 4.6% improvement in net yields in constant currency, strong booking trends for 2026 at historical high prices, and refinancing of $4.5 billion in debt. The company raised its full year 2025 adjusted net income guidance for the third time, now expected to be up nearly 55% year-over-year.

Notable achievements include reaching a 13% adjusted return on invested capital, the successful opening of Celebration Key destination, and record customer deposits of $7.1 billion. The company's net debt to adjusted EBITDA ratio improved to 3.6x from 4.7x year-over-year.

Princess Cruises (NYSE:CCL) has officially taken delivery of its newest vessel, Star Princess, during a handover ceremony at the Fincantieri Shipyard in Monfalcone, Italy. The vessel is the second Sphere-Class ship in Princess' fleet and the 17th ship overall.

The 177,800-ton ship can accommodate 4,300 guests and features over 1,500 balcony staterooms. Star Princess offers 30 dining and bar venues, including exclusive amenities like The Sanctuary Collection. The ship will begin its inaugural 11-day Western Mediterranean cruise from Barcelona on October 4, 2025, followed by Caribbean voyages from Ft. Lauderdale starting November 7, 2025, and later an Alaska season.

Princess Cruises (NYSE:CUK) has partnered with Archer Roose Wines as its first official canned wine partner, making their premium wines available fleetwide starting September 2025. The partnership features four varietals - Bubbly, Pinot Noir, Rosé, and Sauvignon Blanc - accessible throughout the cruise experience including poolside, excursions, casinos, and room service.

The collaboration is being promoted through a new video campaign featuring Elizabeth Banks, Archer Roose Wines' Chief Creative Officer and Co-Owner. The campaign, titled "The Can for the Curious Cruiser," will be showcased across social media, YouTube, and in-cruise staterooms. This marks Archer Roose Wines' first venture into the cruise industry, expanding their presence in the travel sector.

Holland America Line (NYSE:CCL) has announced enhanced culinary programming for its 2026 Grand Voyages, featuring renowned culinary ambassadors aboard select segments. The 133-day Grand World Voyage and 93-day Grand Australia and New Zealand Voyage will include special appearances by Chef Masaharu Morimoto, Chef Ethan Stowell, Master Tea Blender Steve Schwartz, and Chocolatier Jacques Torres.

Both voyages depart on January 4, 2026, with a unique meetup scheduled for March 7 in Sydney, where Torres will host an exclusive Chocolate Teatime for guests from both ships. The program includes cooking demonstrations, exclusive dinners, tea tastings, and special events. Shorter segments ranging from 14 to 72 days are available for both voyages, offering more flexible options for travelers.

Carnival Corporation's (NYSE:CUK) ultra-luxury brand Seabourn announced that Seabourn Encore will make its maiden voyage to Alaska and British Columbia in 2026. The program includes 17 seven-day sailings and one 8-day sailing between May and September 2026, with options to combine into 14- or 15-day voyages.

The ship will feature the Ventures by Seabourn program, offering expert-led excursions with kayaks and Zodiacs launched directly from the ship. Seabourn will provide more sailings into Glacier Bay National Park than any other luxury cruise line, and every voyage will include a glacier experience. Special voyages are planned around the Summer Solstice, Perseid Meteor Shower, and major U.S. holidays.

Princess Cruises (NYSE:CCL) has promoted Carmen Roig to Senior Vice President of Sales, building on her successful tenure as Vice President of Sales since 2022. Under her leadership, Roig has overseen North America Trade Sales, Trade Marketing, Inside Sales and Service, and International Sales across Europe and South America.

Roig brings over 40 years of cruise industry experience, having previously held leadership positions at Crystal Cruises, Azamara Club Cruises, Costa Cruises, and starting her career at Carnival Cruise Line in 1981. In her expanded role, she will continue focusing on strengthening travel advisor partnerships and expanding consumer demand through innovative tools and programs.

Princess Cruises (NYSE:CCL) has announced its 2027 Canada & New England cruise season, featuring 17 departures between August 21 and October 30, 2027. The season will be operated by two ships: Regal Princess (3,560 guests) and Caribbean Princess (3,140 guests), sailing from New York, Boston, and Quebec.

The program includes 7-13 day itineraries visiting 13 destinations across 10 states and provinces, featuring six UNESCO World Heritage Sites and four "More Ashore" late-night stays. Regal Princess will operate 7-day roundtrip cruises from New York, while Caribbean Princess will run 10- and 11-day sailings between Boston and Quebec City.

The cruise line offers two specialized cruisetours: the Historic America Cruisetour exploring U.S. historical sites and the Maple Explorer Cruisetour featuring Canadian landmarks including Niagara Falls.

Princess Cruises (NYSE:CCL) has announced its 2027 Canada & New England cruise season featuring two ships and 17 departures from August 21 to October 30, 2027. The season introduces Regal Princess (3,560 guests) alongside Caribbean Princess (3,140 guests), offering voyages from New York, Boston, and Quebec.

The program includes 7-13 day itineraries visiting 14 destinations across 10 states and provinces, featuring six UNESCO World Heritage Sites and four "More Ashore" late-night stays. Regal Princess will operate 7-day roundtrip cruises from New York, while Caribbean Princess will run 10- and 11-day sailings between Boston and Quebec City.

The cruise line offers two comprehensive cruisetours: the Historic America tour exploring U.S. landmarks and the Maple Explorer featuring Canadian highlights including Niagara Falls.

Carnival Corporation & plc (NYSE/LSE: CCL; NYSE: CUK), the world's largest cruise company, has scheduled its Q3 2025 earnings conference call for September 29, 2025, at 10 a.m. EDT. The financial results are expected to be released the same morning, with a simulcast available on the company's websites.

Carnival operates a diverse portfolio of cruise brands including AIDA Cruises, Carnival Cruise Line, Costa Cruises, Cunard, Holland America Line, P&O Cruises, Princess Cruises, and Seabourn, positioning itself among the largest leisure travel companies globally.