Carnival Corporation & plc (NYSE: CCL) today announced record third-quarter financial results that exceeded analyst expectations. The cruise company reported all-time high net income of $1.9 billion. Adjusted net income reached $2.0 billion. Diluted earnings per share were $1.40, above the consensus estimate of approximately $1.35.
Quarterly revenue reached a record $8.44 billion, surpassing the anticipated $8.39 billion. Carnival attributed its performance to strong demand and disciplined cost control.
Carnival raised its full-year 2026 outlook, expecting adjusted net income to exceed its previous guidance by more than $150 million, even after accounting for increased fuel costs.
For 2027, booked occupancy and pricing are already at record levels, pointing to continued consumer demand for cruise travel.