Gross Margin: 25.74%
Is the gross margin high or low?
The gross margin of 25.74% is 151% above its 5-year average of -50.11%, near the high end of its 5-year range (-1289.80%–46.22%).
As of Sunday, June 28, 2026. 25.78% below its 12-month average of 34.68%.
CCL Gross Margin
Reported quarterly gross margin; no daily interpolation.
CCL Average Gross Margin Chart
CCL Current vs Average Gross Margin Chart
CCL Gross Margin Metrics
GROSS MARGIN
25.74%
GROSS MARGIN AVG TTM
34.68%
GROSS MARGIN AVG 3Y
35.42%
GROSS MARGIN AVG 5Y
22.81%
GROSS MARGIN AVG 10Y
35.54%
GROSS MARGIN AVG 15Y
35.64%
GROSS MARGIN AVG 20Y
36.31%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-25.78%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
-27.33%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
+12.85%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-27.58%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-27.78%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-29.10%
CCL Competitors' Gross Margin
| NAME | MARKET CAP | GROSS MARGIN | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carnival Corporation & plc (CCL) | $39.88B | 25.74% | 34.68% | 35.42% | 22.81% |
| Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (CMG)vs › | $42.75B | 25.38% | 26.02% | 25.53% | 23.69% |
| Yum! Brands, Inc. (YUM)vs › | $43.10B | 45.67% | 46.83% | 47.85% | 47.84% |
| JD.com, Inc. (JD)vs › | $34.29B | 9.55% | 9.55% | 11.97% | 12.68% |
| D.R. Horton, Inc. (DHI)vs › | $47.16B | 22.80% | 24.80% | 26.84% | 26.67% |
| eBay Inc. (EBAY)vs › | $47.89B | 72.01% | 71.72% | 72.02% | 73.74% |
| Las Vegas Sands Corp. (LVS)vs › | $31.22B | 49.59% | 49.33% | 47.16% | 42.42% |
| Expedia Group, Inc. (EXPE)vs › | $30.09B | 90.27% | 89.79% | 88.28% | 83.85% |
| Tapestry, Inc. (TPR)vs › | $29.50B | 76.18% | 74.37% | 72.27% | 70.90% |
| Casey's General Stores, Inc. (CASY)vs › | $28.81B | 24.61% | 24.07% | 22.76% | 23.24% |
Gross Margin Analysis
Gross Margin
25.7%
(Revenue - COGS) / Revenue
Gross Margin Formula & Definition
Gross Margin = Gross Profit / Revenue
Gross margin is the percentage of revenue remaining after the cost of goods sold, reflecting core product profitability.
Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute
Gross Margin FAQ
- What is the gross margin for Carnival Corporation & plc (CCL)?
- The gross margin for CCL stock is 25.74%.
- Is Carnival Corporation & plc's gross margin high or low?
- The gross margin of 25.74% is 151% above its 5-year average of -50.11%, near the high end of its 5-year range (-1289.80%–46.22%).
- What is the TTM average gross margin for Carnival Corporation & plc (CCL)?
- The TTM average gross margin for CCL stock is 34.68%.
- What is the 3Y average gross margin for Carnival Corporation & plc (CCL)?
- The 3Y average gross margin for CCL stock is 35.42%.
- What is the 5Y average gross margin for Carnival Corporation & plc (CCL)?
- The 5Y average gross margin for CCL stock is 22.81%.
- What is the 10Y average gross margin for Carnival Corporation & plc (CCL)?
- The 10Y average gross margin for CCL stock is 35.54%.
- What is the 15Y average gross margin for Carnival Corporation & plc (CCL)?
- The 15Y average gross margin for CCL stock is 35.64%.
- What is the 20Y average gross margin for Carnival Corporation & plc (CCL)?
- The 20Y average gross margin for CCL stock is 36.31%.
CCL Gross Margin History
| DATE | GROSS MARGIN |
|---|---|
| 2026-05-31 | 25.74% |
| 2026-02-28 | 36.11% |
| 2025-11-30 | 26.75% |
| 2025-08-31 | 46.22% |
| 2025-05-31 | 38.59% |
| 2025-02-28 | 35.18% |
| 2024-11-30 | 35.45% |
| 2024-08-31 | 45.50% |
| 2024-05-31 | 34.30% |
| 2024-02-29 | 31.48% |
| 2023-11-30 | 32.75% |
| 2023-08-31 | 42.79% |
| 2023-05-31 | 29.61% |
| 2023-02-28 | 25.31% |
| 2022-11-30 | 4.53% |
| 2022-08-31 | 21.53% |
| 2022-05-31 | -11.75% |
| 2022-02-28 | -25.08% |
| 2021-11-30 | -41.65% |
| 2021-08-31 | -195.97% |
| 2021-05-31 | -1289.80% |
| 2021-02-28 | -1957.69% |
| 2020-11-30 | -1987.88% |
| 2020-08-31 | -4896.77% |
| 2020-05-31 | -235.68% |
| 2020-02-29 | 26.45% |
| 2019-11-30 | 35.66% |
| 2019-08-31 | 45.94% |
| 2019-05-31 | 34.69% |
| 2019-02-28 | 32.76% |
| 2018-11-30 | 38.49% |
| 2018-08-31 | 49.31% |
| 2018-05-31 | 38.47% |
| 2018-02-28 | 35.99% |
| 2017-11-30 | 38.55% |
| 2017-08-31 | 45.37% |
| 2017-05-31 | 38.25% |
| 2017-02-28 | 35.77% |
| 2016-11-30 | 41.07% |
| 2016-08-31 | 49.72% |
| 2016-05-31 | 39.06% |
| 2016-02-29 | 38.56% |
| 2015-11-30 | 40.23% |
| 2015-08-31 | 49.01% |
| 2015-05-31 | 33.04% |
| 2015-02-28 | 33.87% |
| 2014-11-30 | 32.86% |
| 2014-08-31 | 44.21% |
| 2014-05-31 | 29.20% |
| 2014-02-28 | 27.70% |
| 2013-11-30 | 28.35% |
| 2013-08-31 | 38.28% |
| 2013-05-31 | 28.51% |
| 2013-02-28 | 27.66% |
| 2012-11-30 | 28.70% |
| 2012-08-31 | 44.56% |
| 2012-05-31 | 29.96% |
| 2012-02-29 | 24.79% |
| 2011-11-30 | 30.51% |
| 2011-08-31 | 44.37% |
| 2011-05-31 | 30.36% |
| 2011-02-28 | 29.95% |
| 2010-11-30 | -89.53% |
| 2010-08-31 | 47.23% |
| 2010-05-31 | 33.73% |
| 2010-02-28 | 31.34% |
| 2009-11-30 | 33.16% |
| 2009-08-31 | 80.89% |
| 2009-05-31 | 36.06% |
| 2009-02-28 | 35.41% |
| 2008-11-30 | 35.43% |
| 2008-08-31 | 45.28% |
| 2008-05-31 | 36.09% |
| 2008-02-29 | 32.93% |
| 2007-11-30 | 36.46% |
| 2007-08-31 | 49.34% |
| 2007-05-31 | 39.21% |
| 2007-02-28 | 37.09% |
| 2006-11-30 | 40.21% |
| 2006-08-31 | 49.42% |
| 2006-05-31 | 39.14% |
| 2006-02-28 | 38.45% |
| 2005-11-30 | 40.28% |
| 2005-08-31 | 51.21% |
| 2005-05-31 | 40.86% |
| 2005-02-28 | 40.61% |
| 2004-11-30 | 40.19% |
| 2004-08-31 | 51.57% |
| 2004-05-31 | 41.15% |
| 2004-02-29 | 38.57% |
| 2003-11-30 | 39.95% |
| 2003-08-31 | 49.37% |
| 2003-05-31 | 38.38% |
| 2003-02-28 | 40.10% |
| 2002-11-30 | 44.19% |
| 2002-08-31 | 52.40% |
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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.
- Sector
- Consumer Cyclical
- Industry
- Leisure
- CEO
- Joshua Ian Weinstein