Carnival Plc Stock Price, News & Analysis

Carnival Corporation (NYSE/LSE: CCL; NYSE: CUK) announced the pricing of its underwritten public offering of 40,450,619 shares at $25.10 per share. The offering is set to close on February 24, 2021, pending customary conditions. Proceeds will support general corporate purposes. Goldman Sachs is the sole underwriter for the offering. A shelf registration statement has been filed with the SEC, with further details available via their website. This announcement does not constitute a sales offer in jurisdictions where it would be illegal to do so.

Carnival Corporation is initiating a $1 billion underwritten public offering of common stock, with proceeds aimed at general corporate purposes. The offering will be conducted by Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC as the sole bookrunner. A shelf registration statement has been filed and is effective, allowing for the transaction to proceed. Notably, this offering may raise concerns over potential dilution for existing shareholders. The offering details will be made available through the SEC and Goldman Sachs, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.

Costa Cruises, part of Carnival Corporation, will restart cruise operations with the Costa Smeralda on March 27, offering 3- and 4-day mini-cruises, as well as a 7-day cruise itinerary in Italy. Starting May 1, the ship will operate one-week cruises in the western Mediterranean. Additionally, the Costa Luminosa will resume service on May 2, departing from Trieste and Bari for Greece and Croatia. Enhanced health measures will be implemented under the Costa Safety Protocol. All other cruises until the end of May will be canceled.

Carnival Corporation (NYSE: CCL; NYSE: CUK) has successfully closed a private offering of $3.5 billion in 5.75% senior unsecured notes due 2027. The proceeds will be utilized for debt principal payments and general corporate purposes, including vessel-related costs and improvements. The notes were offered only to qualified institutional buyers and will not be registered under the Securities Act. The company faces ongoing risks tied to COVID-19, which continues to affect its financial condition and operational outlook.

Seabourn announces the launch of its 2023 World Cruise: Extraordinary Discoveries and 2023 Grand Voyage: Grand Americas, Amazon & Antarctica, both departing on January 6, 2023. The 140-day World Cruise will visit 61 destinations across 32 countries, while the 79-day Grand Voyage will cover 37 destinations in 15 countries. Both cruises offer exclusive experiences and amenities, including complimentary benefits for early bookings. Seabourn aims to cater to travelers seeking future planning options amidst uncertainty.

Carnival Corporation & plc has announced the pricing of private offerings for $3.5 billion of 5.75% senior unsecured notes due 2027. The offering amount was increased to $3.5 billion and is expected to close on February 16, 2021. The notes will pay interest semi-annually starting September 1, 2021. Proceeds will be used for debt principal payments and corporate purposes, including financing for property and equipment. The offering is aimed at qualified institutional buyers and will not be registered under the Securities Act.

Cunard has launched a sweepstakes linked to the HBO Max film, Let Them All Talk, allowing a winner and a guest to enjoy a luxurious Queen Mary 2 Transatlantic Crossing from New York to Southampton. The sweepstakes runs from February 1 to March 31, 2021, with an estimated prize value of $33,000. The winner will experience the Queens Grill suite featured in the film, directed by Steven Soderbergh and starring Meryl Streep. This initiative underscores Cunard's high-profile branding through cinema.

Holland America Line has appointed key officers for its new ship, Rotterdam, set to launch in July 2021. The leadership team includes Staff Captain Kevin Beirnaert, Hotel Director Wessel van Oorschot, Chief Engineer Peter Massolt, Staff Chief Engineer Wim Akkerman, and Environmental Officer Michael Brown. With a combined experience of over 80 years, these leaders aim to ensure the successful delivery and operation of Rotterdam. The ship will accommodate 2,668 guests and feature innovative amenities, continuing Holland America’s tradition of premium cruising.