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Free Cash Flow Yield: 7.93%

Is the free cash flow yield high or low?

The free cash flow yield of 7.93% is 25% above its 2-year average of 6.36%, near the high end of its 2-year range (3.26%–9.23%).

As of Sunday, June 28, 2026. 10.43% above its 12-month average of 7.18%.

CCL Free Cash Flow Yield

CCL Free Cash Flow Yield Chart

7.93%
+3.52% 1Y
CCL Free Cash Flow Yield

CCL Average Free Cash Flow Yield Chart

CCL Free Cash Flow Yield

CCL Current vs Average Free Cash Flow Yield Chart

CCL Free Cash Flow Yield Metrics

FREE CASH FLOW YIELD

7.93%

FREE CASH FLOW YIELD AVG TTM

7.18%

FREE CASH FLOW YIELD AVG 3Y

6.36%

FREE CASH FLOW YIELD AVG 5Y

6.36%

FREE CASH FLOW YIELD AVG 10Y

5.51%

FREE CASH FLOW YIELD AVG 15Y

4.38%

FREE CASH FLOW YIELD AVG 20Y

3.82%

CURRENT VS TTM AVG

+10.43%

CURRENT VS 3Y AVG

+24.61%

CURRENT VS 5Y AVG

+24.61%

CURRENT VS 10Y AVG

+43.92%

CURRENT VS 15Y AVG

+81.24%

CURRENT VS 20Y AVG

+107.38%

CCL Competitors' Free Cash Flow Yield

NAMEMARKET CAPFREE CASH FLOW YIELDTTM3Y5Y
Carnival Corporation & plc (CCL)$39.88B7.93%7.18%6.36%6.36%
Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (CMG)vs ›$42.75B3.47%3.04%2.28%2.04%
Yum! Brands, Inc. (YUM)vs ›$43.10B3.78%3.70%3.55%3.60%
JD.com, Inc. (JD)vs ›$34.29B1.98%3.39%8.64%7.18%
D.R. Horton, Inc. (DHI)vs ›$47.16B7.28%7.09%6.43%5.21%
eBay Inc. (EBAY)vs ›$47.89B3.42%3.69%5.97%5.93%
Las Vegas Sands Corp. (LVS)vs ›$31.22B7.34%3.89%4.59%4.59%
Expedia Group, Inc. (EXPE)vs ›$30.09B14.64%11.61%11.41%13.25%
Tapestry, Inc. (TPR)vs ›$29.50B5.77%4.89%8.30%8.37%
Casey's General Stores, Inc. (CASY)vs ›$28.81B2.49%2.87%3.10%3.79%

Yield Comparison

FCF Yield

7.93%

Earnings Yield

7.64%

Dividend Yield

0.52%

Formula: FCF Yield = (Free Cash Flow / Market Cap) × 100

How FCF Yield is used:

  • Shows free cash flow after capital expenditures relative to market cap
  • Can be compared with earnings yield and dividend yield
  • Can be compared with the company's historical range
  • Can be compared with peers that report positive free cash flow

FCF vs earnings: Differences between FCF yield and earnings yield can reflect capital expenditures, working capital changes, and other non-cash accounting items.

Free Cash Flow Yield Formula & Definition

FCF Yield measures free cash flow relative to market capitalization. It compares cash generation after capital expenditures with the equity value of the company.

Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute

Free Cash Flow Yield FAQ

What is the free cash flow yield for Carnival Corporation & plc (CCL)?
The free cash flow yield for CCL stock is 7.93%.
Is Carnival Corporation & plc's free cash flow yield high or low?
The free cash flow yield of 7.93% is 25% above its 2-year average of 6.36%, near the high end of its 2-year range (3.26%–9.23%).
What is the TTM average free cash flow yield for Carnival Corporation & plc (CCL)?
The TTM average free cash flow yield for CCL stock is 7.18%.
What is the 3Y average free cash flow yield for Carnival Corporation & plc (CCL)?
The 3Y average free cash flow yield for CCL stock is 6.36%.
What is the 5Y average free cash flow yield for Carnival Corporation & plc (CCL)?
The 5Y average free cash flow yield for CCL stock is 6.36%.
What is the 10Y average free cash flow yield for Carnival Corporation & plc (CCL)?
The 10Y average free cash flow yield for CCL stock is 5.51%.
What is the 15Y average free cash flow yield for Carnival Corporation & plc (CCL)?
The 15Y average free cash flow yield for CCL stock is 4.38%.
What is the 20Y average free cash flow yield for Carnival Corporation & plc (CCL)?
The 20Y average free cash flow yield for CCL stock is 3.82%.

CCL Free Cash Flow Yield History

DATEFREE CASH FLOW YIELD
2026-06-267.93%
2026-06-257.54%
2026-06-247.42%
2026-06-237.47%
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About Carnival Corporation & plc

Carnival Corporation & plc operates as a prominent global entity in the leisure travel sector. Its extensive fleet of vessels navigates to nearly 700 different ports globally, sailing under a diverse portfolio of acclaimed brands such as Carnival Cruise Line, Princess Cruises, Holland America Line, P&O Cruises (Australia), Seabourn, Costa Cruises, AIDA Cruises, P&O Cruises (UK), and Cunard. Beyond its core cruise operations, the company also provides port services and other related offerings. Its holdings include and it manages hotels, lodges, unique glass-domed railcars, and motor coaches. Customers primarily book their cruises through a network of travel agencies, tour operators, vacation planners, and direct online channels. The corporation maintains a broad international presence, with operations spanning the United States, Canada, continental Europe, the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, Asia, and other global markets. It commands a significant fleet of 87 ships, collectively providing capacity for 223,000 passengers in lower berths. Carnival Corporation & plc was established in 1972 and has its headquarters situated in Miami, Florida.

Miami, FL
160,000 employees
Consumer Cyclical / Leisure
Sector
Consumer Cyclical
Industry
Leisure
CEO
Joshua Ian Weinstein