Norwegian Cruise Line Drops 5%, Carnival Falls 4%, Royal Caribbean Slips 3% as Oil Climbs
Cruise operators are falling in step with rising crude oil, a rare case where a same-day macro move maps straight to an operating cost line.
CCL - Carnival Corporation & plc
Price:
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CONSENSUS:
Buy
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PRICE TARGET:
$35.80
DETAILS
HIGH:
$42.00
LOW:
$30.00
MEDIAN:
$36.00
CONSENSUS:
$35.80
UPSIDE:
39.14%
Stock News
Cunard Unveils Labor Day Sale with Fares from $999, Plus Up to $300 in Onboard Credit on over 150 Voyages
Travelers can plan an unforgettable Cunard voyage to the Caribbean, Europe, South America and beyond Guests can book Queen Anne's maiden journey through South America during Cunard's Labor Day Sale, running August 27 through September 9, 2026 VALENCIA, Calif., Aug. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Cunard, renowned for delivering timeless luxury at sea, is offering guests incredible savings during its Labor Day Sale, featuring fares from $999 per person and up to $300 in onboard credit per stateroom on 158 voyages across Cunard's iconic fleet.
Carnival (CCL) Stock Drops Despite Market Gains: Important Facts to Note
Carnival (CCL) closed the most recent trading day at $26.69, moving 2.15% from the previous trading session.
Banco Santander S.A. Has $273,000 Stock Position in Carnival Corporation $CCL
Banco Santander S.A. lessened its stake in Carnival Corporation (NYSE: CCL) by 80.9% in the second quarter, according to the company in its most recent disclosure with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The institutional investor owned 9,547 shares of the company's stock after selling 40,389 shares during the quarter. Banco Santander S.A.'s holdings
Carnival (CCL) Outperforms Broader Market: What You Need to Know
The latest trading day saw Carnival (CCL) settling at $28.42, representing a +2.71% change from its previous close.
Princess Cruises Returns to the 2027 Rose Parade®
Princess Cruises Returns to the 2027 Rose Parade PR Newswire FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Aug. 12, 2026
Princess Cruises Returns to the 2027 Rose Parade®
Cruise Line Brings the Pasadena Tournament of Roses ® "Welcome" Theme to Life with a Destination-Inspired Float for America's New Year Celebration ® FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Aug. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Princess Cruises, the world's most iconic cruise brand, will welcome the new year as an official participant in the 138th Rose Parade ® presented by Honda on January 1, 2027.
SEABOURN UNVEILS 2028-2029 CARIBBEAN VOYAGES DESIGNED FOR DEEPER DISCOVERY
Key Points Seabourn has opened bookings for its winter 2028-2029 Caribbean season, featuring 10 unique voyages aboard Seabourn Ovation and Seabourn Quest The season includes seven- to 12-day itineraries visiting 21 ports across 20 countries and island territories, with access to intimate yacht harbors and smaller ports such as St. Barts, Bequia and Little Bay, Montserrat, that larger ships cannot reach. Guests can choose from voyages sailing between Bridgetown, Barbados, and Philipsburg, Sint Maarten aboard Seabourn Ovation, or round-trip Miami departures aboard Seabourn Quest.
Princess Cruises Opens 2028 Alaska Season with 185 Departures, Eight Ships and Signature Cruisetours
Princess Cruises Opens 2028 Alaska Season with 185 Departures, Eight Ships and Signature Cruisetours PR Newswire F
Princess Cruises Opens 2028 Alaska Season with 185 Departures, Eight Ships and Signature Cruisetours
Cruise Line's Nearly 60 Years of Alaska Expertise Brings Guests Glacier-Rich Voyages, Immersive Cruisetours and Access to Princess Wilderness Lodges FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Aug. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Princess Cruises, opened sales for its expansive 2028 Alaska season, featuring 185 departures across 14 itineraries aboard eight ships, including the Alaska spectacular Star Princess – from glacier-rich voyages and wildlife-filled ports to immersive cruisetours and Princess Wilderness Lodge stays near some of the state's most celebrated national parks.
Is Carnival (CCL) a Buy as Wall Street Analysts Look Optimistic?
When deciding whether to buy, sell, or hold a stock, investors often rely on analyst recommendations. Media reports about rating changes by these brokerage-firm-employed (or sell-side) analysts often influence a stock's price, but are they really important?
Carnival Corporation Sets New Greenhouse Gas Emissions Intensity Reduction Target
Carnival Corporation Sets New Greenhouse Gas Emissions Intensity Reduction Target PR Newswire MIAMI, Aug. 6, 2026
Carnival Corporation Sets New Greenhouse Gas Emissions Intensity Reduction Target
World's largest cruise company reinforces GHG intensity goal with new 25% reduction target by 2029, raising previous goal by five percentage points and accelerating timeline by one year New target follows company achieving original 2030 goal five years early thanks to its comprehensive decarbonization strategy MIAMI, Aug. 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Carnival Corporation (NYSE: CCL), the world's largest cruise company, announced a new sustainability target to achieve a 25% reduction in greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions intensity by 2029, measured on an available lower berth days basis compared to its 2019 baseline. After successfully reaching its 2030 goal five years ahead of schedule – cutting GHG emissions intensity by 20% in 2025 – the company raised its original target an ambitious five percentage points and accelerated its timeline to achieve the goal a full year early in 2029.
Amazon.com vs. Carnival: Which Consumer Stock Is a Better Buy in 2026, the E-Commerce Leader or the Cruise Provider in the Rebounding Travel Sector?
Amazon.com remains a powerhouse in cloud computing and digital advertising while streamlining its global fulfillment network. Carnival is capitalizing on record travel demand and expanding its fleet capacity to improve its overall debt profile.
Axon Enterprise vs. Carnival: Should Investors Think Personal Defense or Personal Time in 2026?
Axon Enterprise maintains a dominant position in public safety technology with high recurring revenue from its cloud-based software services. Carnival remains the global leader in the cruise industry, benefiting from a massive scale and a significant recovery in net margin.
Holland America Line Expands Access Across Europe in 2028 with Its Most Port Calls in Nearly a Decade
Featuring more visits to beloved ports, the season welcomes Nieuw Amsterdam back to Europe, bringing guests to the continent's iconic landmarks and seasonal experiences SEATTLE, Aug. 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Holland America Line has opened bookings for its 2028 Europe season, offering travelers more opportunities to explore the continent with expanded sailings across Northern Europe, the Mediterranean, the Canary Islands and beyond. Drawing on Holland America's more than 150 years of experience in the region, the new season combines iconic destinations with opportunities to connect more deeply with the cultures, landscapes and traditions that define them.
Carnival vs. Royal Caribbean: Which Cruise Stock Looks More Promising?
CCL and RCL are benefiting from resilient cruise demand, premium offerings and strong bookings as investors compare their growth outlooks.
Bookings Open for Zuiderdam's First Europe Voyages Following Holland America Evolution
Cruises on newly renovated ship showcase nearly every side of Europe, from the sun-soaked Mediterranean and Atlantic coastlines to Norway's fjords, Iceland and more SEATTLE, July 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Holland America Line has opened bookings for Zuiderdam's first collection of voyages following the ship's transformation through Holland America Evolution, the cruise line's largest fleet investment in its 153-year history. The ship's enhancements will debut April 2, 2028, as Zuiderdam returns to service in the Mediterranean before spending the summer sailing from Amsterdam on voyages throughout Northern Europe and Iceland.
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Price Targets
BMO Capital Starts Carnival Corporation (CCL) at Market Perform
$30.00
(was $26.68)
Tristan Thomas-Martin
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BMO Capital
Carnival price target raised to $42 from $40 at Tigress Financial
$42.00
(was $28.57)
Ivan Feinseth
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Tigress Financial
Carnival price target raised to $35 from $30 at Argus
$35.00
(was $28.84)
Argus Research
Carnival price target raised to $33 from $30 at Susquehanna
$33.00
(was $28.72)
Susquehanna
Carnival price target lowered to $35 from $36 at Barclays
$35.00
(was $28.72)
Barclays
Carnival price target raised to $36 from $32 at Melius Research
$36.00
(was $30.85)
Melius Research
Carnival Corporation (CCL) PT Raised to $36 at Stifel on Expected Q2 Beat & Raise
$36.00
(was $28.12)
Steven Wieczynski
·
Stifel Nicolaus
Carnival initiated with a Buy at Loop Capital
$36.00
(was $28.06)
Loop Capital Markets
Carnival price target lowered to $36 from $37 at Wells Fargo
$36.00
(was $28.69)
Wells Fargo
Carnival price target raised to $39 from $38 at Mizuho
$39.00
(was $24.19)
Mizuho Securities
Carnival price target raised to $34 from $31 at Truist
$34.00
(was $28.21)
Truist Financial
Carnival price target raised to $38 from $37 at UBS
$38.00
(was $31.70)
Robin Farley
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UBS
Carnival price target raised to $33 from $32 at Morgan Stanley
$33.00
(was $31.89)
Jamie Rollo
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Morgan Stanley
Carnival price target raised to $33 from $26 at Bernstein
$33.00
(was $32.27)
Bernstein
Carnival price target raised to $34 from $33 at Deutsche Bank
$34.00
(was $31.92)
Deutsche Bank
Carnival price target raised to $38 from $37 at Mizuho
$38.00
(was $31.12)
Mizuho Securities
Truist Securities Reiterates Hold Rating on Carnival Corporation (CCL)
$31.00
(was $31.92)
Patrick Scholes
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Truist Financial
Carnival price target raised to $40 from $38 at Stifel
$40.00
(was $31.12)
Steven Wieczynski
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Stifel Nicolaus
Carnival price target raised to $34 from $31 at Goldman Sachs
$34.00
(was $31.12)
Lizzie Dove
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Goldman Sachs
Carnival price target raised to $38 from $35 at Wells Fargo
$38.00
(was $31.12)
Trey Bowers
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Wells Fargo