Is Wall Street Bullish or Bearish on Carnival Stock?

With a market cap of $34.7 billion, Carnival Corporation & plc (CCL) is one of the world’s largest cruise companies. It operates a portfolio of well-known cruise brands, including Carnival Cruise Line, Princess Cruises, Holland America Line, and Costa Cruises, among others. The company serves a global customer base with cruise itineraries across North America, Europe, Australia, and Asia.

The cruise giant’s shares have significantly outperformed the broader market over the past year. CCL has surged 72.2% over this time frame, while the broader S&P 500 Index ($SPX) has rallied 16.6%. CCL’s stock is up 19.2% in 2025, compared to the $SPX’s 8.3% return on a YTD basis.