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Carnival (CCL) Earnings
Carnival's earnings release dates, analyst consensus, and how the stock has reacted to past earnings — all in one place.
When Does Carnival Report Earnings?
Carnival's next earnings report is scheduled for December 18, 2026. This date has not yet been confirmed by the company and may change.
The expected earnings per share (EPS) is 1.35 USD. Analyst forecasts range from 1.30 to 1.38 USD. The market reacts not to the absolute earnings, but to the difference between the actual result and this forecast.
Expected revenue: 6.47 B USD.
Carnival's Last Earnings Report: The Numbers
Carnival's last earnings report covers the quarter ended August 31, 2026. Earnings per share reached 1.43 USD compared to analyst forecasts of 1.35 USD — beating expectations by 5.86%. The stock price changed by +10.84% in the first trading session after the release.
Insider Trades: Carnival
Who from the management board, supervisory board, US Congress, or government bought and sold shares of this company — based on official filings.
How the stock reacted to past earnings
The company beat analyst estimates in 100% of the last 3 quarters.
The average share price change on the day after earnings release is 8.03% — regardless of direction. The largest move was 10.84%. This number says more about the risk of holding a position through an earnings report than the earnings forecast itself.
| Quarter | Release date | EPS estimate | Actual EPS | Surprise | Share price reaction |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| August 31, 2026 | September 29, 2026 | 1.35 | 1.43 | +5.86% | +10.84% |
| February 28, 2026 | March 27, 2026 | 0.18 | 0.20 | +8.94% | -5.22% |
| August 31, 2025 | — | 1.32 | 1.43 | +8.54% | — |
How much this company's stock moves after earnings
Carnival's share price changes by an average of 8.03% on the first trading day after earnings are released, based on the last 3 reports, regardless of direction. This ranks 49th out of 180 companies for which we calculated this statistic.
Analyst forecasts for upcoming periods
The consensus is the average of many analysts' forecasts. The more analysts behind a number, the less likely it is to be a single error—but forecast agreement is never a guarantee of the actual result.
| Period | EPS estimate | EPS a year ago | Change | Revenue forecast | Analysts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current quarter | 1.35 | 0.34 | +297.29% | $6.47 bn | 21 |
| Next quarter | 0.11 | 0.34 | -67.26% | $6.29 bn | 21 |
| Current year | 2.26 | 2.25 | +0.37% | $27.74 bn | 26 |
| Next year | 2.56 | 2.26 | +13.40% | $28.61 bn | 27 |
Revenue and margins quarter by quarter
Margin shows how much of sales a company retains. Rising revenue with shrinking margins means growth is coming at the expense of profitability—and that's usually more interesting than sales growth alone.
| Quarter | Revenue | Gross margin | Operating margin | Net margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 31, 2026 | $6.66 bn | 36.59% | 12.79% | 8.06% |
| February 28, 2026 | $6.17 bn | 36.11% | 9.83% | 4.18% |
| November 30, 2025 | $6.33 bn | 38.25% | 11.61% | 6.67% |
| August 31, 2025 | $8.15 bn | 46.22% | 27.87% | 22.72% |
| May 31, 2025 | $6.33 bn | 38.59% | 14.76% | 8.93% |
Carnival Dividend
The last ex-dividend date was August 7, 2026. The date of the next payment is not yet known — it depends on the resolution of the general meeting, and Yahoo only publishes the date after it has been announced.
Who Reports in the Coming Weeks
Dates from the Portevo calendar — companies in the same industry are listed first, as their earnings often move the share prices of their peers even before their own reports.
About Carnival
Carnival Corporation Ltd. is listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker CCL, and its headquarters are in the United States. The company belongs to the Consumer Discretionary sector (industry: Travel Services).
- Ticker: CCL
- Exchange: New York Stock Exchange
- Trading Currency: USD
- Sector: Retail and Consumer Discretionary
- Number of Analysts Providing Estimates: 26
- 52-Week Range: 21.45 – 34.03
- Company website: https://www.carnivalcorp.com
Frequently Asked Questions
When does Carnival report earnings?
The next report is due on December 18, 2026. This date is an estimate and may be subject to change by the company.
What were Carnival's results last quarter?
For the quarter ended August 31, 2026: earnings per share 1.43 USD. This is +5.86% above analyst forecasts.
What is Carnival's stock ticker?
CCL — on the New York Stock Exchange. You may also see CCL on quote services.
What is the EPS forecast for Carnival?
The analyst consensus for the upcoming quarter is $1.35 per share. Individual forecasts range from $1.30 to $1.38.
How much does Carnival's share price usually change after earnings?
On average, 8.03% in the session after publication, counting both directions. The largest recorded movement was 10.84%.
Does Carnival usually beat analyst forecasts?
In the last 3 quarters, results exceeded forecasts in 100% of cases. History does not predict the next report, but it shows how cautiously analysts approach this company.
Where can I check Carnival's financial results in English?
On Portevo — the earnings calendar, analyst forecasts, surprise history, and share price reactions are available for free and without an account.
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