Booking Holdings [BKNG] vs Carnival [CCL] Detailed Stock Comparison
Booking Holdings
NASDAQ
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Carnival
NYSE
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TLDR: Quick Comparison Summary
Based on 20 vital metrics comparison: Booking Holdings wins in 12 metrics, Carnival wins in 6 metrics, with 0 ties. Booking Holdings appears stronger overall.
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Vital Metrics Comparison
| Metric | Booking Holdings | Carnival | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 37.60 | 15.40 | Carnival |
| Price-to-Book Ratio | -26.46 | 3.41 | Booking Holdings |
| Debt-to-Equity Ratio | -2.89 | 309.25 | Booking Holdings |
| PEG Ratio | -0.97 | 13.88 | Booking Holdings |
| EV/EBITDA | 19.56 | 9.39 | Carnival |
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 19.23% | 8.07% | Booking Holdings |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 33.66% | 9.33% | Booking Holdings |
| EBITDA Margin (TTM) | 33.66% | 9.33% | Booking Holdings |
| Return on Equity | -146.32% | 25.87% | Carnival |
| Return on Assets (TTM) | 17.57% | 4.81% | Booking Holdings |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $7.89B | $1.30B | Booking Holdings |
| Dividend Yield | 0.84% | N/A | N/A |
| 1-Year Return | 29.38% | 58.55% | Carnival |
| Price-to-Sales Ratio (TTM) | 7.19 | 1.27 | Carnival |
| Enterprise Value | $175.06B | $59.90B | Booking Holdings |
| EV/Revenue Ratio | 7.00 | 2.36 | Carnival |
| Gross Profit Margin (TTM) | N/A | 35.18% | N/A |
| Revenue per Share (TTM) | $760 | $20 | Booking Holdings |
| Earnings per Share (Diluted) | $142.32 | $1.55 | Booking Holdings |
| Beta (Stock Volatility) | 1.35 | 2.58 | Booking Holdings |
Performance
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Valuation
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Booking Holdings vs Carnival Stock Performance Analysis
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Performance Comparison
Short-term Returns
| Stock | 1D | 1W | 1M | 3M | 6M | YTD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Booking Holdings | -0.12% | -2.34% | -2.95% | -5.23% | 21.74% | 10.00% |
| Carnival | -0.97% | -6.69% | -8.81% | -4.64% | 65.34% | 14.23% |
Long-term Returns
| Stock | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | 10Y | 15Y | 20Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Booking Holdings | 29.38% | 221.52% | 198.04% | 312.56% | 1,489.34% | 27,943.74% |
| Carnival | 58.55% | 322.63% | 82.09% | -42.12% | -29.07% | -40.57% |
News Based Sentiment: Booking Holdings vs Carnival
Booking Holdings
News based Sentiment: MIXED
October saw Booking Holdings demonstrate growth in its Connected Trip strategy, alongside a slight stock price dip and a valuation analysis suggesting potential undervaluation despite a premium compared to peers. These mixed signals create a nuanced investment picture, making it a moderately important month for investors.
Carnival
News based Sentiment: POSITIVE
Carnival reported exceptional Q3 results, raising full-year guidance and demonstrating strong financial health through debt reduction and strategic initiatives. While the stock's reaction was muted, the underlying business performance and positive analyst revisions suggest a strengthening investment case, though continued execution is key.
Performance & Financial Health Analysis: Booking Holdings vs Carnival
| Metric | BKNG | CCL |
|---|---|---|
| Market Information | ||
| Market Cap | $182.18B | $32.34B |
| Market Cap Category | Large cap | Large cap |
| 10 Day Avg. Volume | 236,750 | 19,341,020 |
| 90 Day Avg. Volume | 199,217 | 21,907,897 |
| Last Close | $5,418.05 | $28.57 |
| 52 Week Range | $4,060.98 - $5,839.41 | $15.07 - $32.80 |
| % from 52W High | -7.22% | -12.90% |
| All-Time High | $5,841.57 (Jul 08, 2025) | $72.70 (Jan 29, 2018) |
| % from All-Time High | -7.25% | -60.70% |
| Growth Metrics | ||
| Quarterly Revenue Growth | 0.16% | 0.08% |
| Quarterly Earnings Growth | -0.41% | 0.07% |
| Financial Health | ||
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 0.19% | 0.08% |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 0.34% | 0.09% |
| Return on Equity (TTM) | -1.46% | 0.26% |
| Debt to Equity (MRQ) | -2.89 | 309.25 |
| Cash & Liquidity | ||
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $-205.32 | $7.00 |
| Cash per Share (MRQ) | $542.89 | $0.62 |
| Operating Cash Flow (TTM) | $9.58B | $5.08B |
| Levered Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $7.84B | $951.50M |
| Dividends | ||
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | 0.84% | N/A |
| Last 12-Month Dividend | $46.30 | $0.00 |
Valuation & Enterprise Metrics Analysis: Booking Holdings vs Carnival
| Metric | BKNG | CCL |
|---|---|---|
| Price Ratios | ||
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 37.60 | 15.40 |
| Forward P/E | 25.50 | 13.88 |
| PEG Ratio | -0.97 | 13.88 |
| Price to Sales (TTM) | 7.19 | 1.27 |
| Price to Book (MRQ) | -26.46 | 3.41 |
| Market Capitalization | ||
| Market Capitalization | $182.18B | $32.34B |
| Enterprise Value | $175.06B | $59.90B |
| Enterprise Value Metrics | ||
| Enterprise to Revenue | 7.00 | 2.36 |
| Enterprise to EBITDA | 19.56 | 9.39 |
| Risk & Other Metrics | ||
| Beta | 1.35 | 2.58 |
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $-205.32 | $7.00 |
Financial Statements Comparison: Booking Holdings vs Carnival
Financial Metrics
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Revenue
EBITDA
Operating Margin
Free Cash Flow
Long Term Debt
Profit Margin
Current Ratio
Operating Cash Flow
Income Statement (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | BKNG | CCL |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue/Sales | $4.76B | $5.94B |
| Cost of Goods Sold | N/A | $3.83B |
| Gross Profit | N/A | $2.11B |
| Research & Development | N/A | N/A |
| Operating Income (EBIT) | $1.06B | $560.00M |
| EBITDA | $1.49B | $1.35B |
| Pre-Tax Income | $396.00M | $289.00M |
| Income Tax | $63.00M | $-14.00M |
| Net Income (Profit) | $333.00M | $303.00M |
Balance Sheet & Liquidity Metrics (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | BKNG | CCL |
|---|---|---|
| Cash & Equivalents | $15.58B | $1.21B |
| Total Current Assets | $19.95B | $3.38B |
| Total Current Liabilities | $16.39B | $11.62B |
| Long-Term Debt | $15.85B | $27.18B |
| Total Shareholders Equity | $-6.11B | $9.25B |
| Retained Earnings | $36.54B | $2.10B |
| Property, Plant & Equipment | $1.41B | $6.07B |
Cash Flow Statement Comparison (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | BKNG | CCL |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Cash Flow | $2.67B | $1.19B |
| Capital Expenditures | $-121.00M | $-550.00M |
| Free Cash Flow | $3.16B | $319.00M |
| Debt Repayment | $-1.53B | $-597.00M |
| Common Stock Repurchase | $-2.17B | N/A |
Short Interest & Institutional Ownership Analysis
| Metric | BKNG | CCL |
|---|---|---|
| Shares Short | 593,179 | 64.50M |
| Short Ratio | 3.32 | 2.83 |
| Short % of Float | 0.02% | 0.06% |
| Average Daily Volume (10 Day) | 236,750 | 19,341,020 |
| Average Daily Volume (90 Day) | 199,217 | 21,907,897 |
| Shares Outstanding | 32.95M | 1.31B |
| Float Shares | 32.31M | 1.26B |
| % Held by Insiders | 0.00% | 0.08% |
| % Held by Institutions | 0.96% | 0.68% |
Dividend Analysis & Yield Comparison: Booking Holdings vs Carnival
| Metric | BKNG | CCL |
|---|---|---|
| Last 12-Month Dividend | $46.30 | $0.00 |
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | 0.84% | N/A |
| 3-Year Avg Annual Dividend | $21.27 | $0.00 |
| 3-Year Avg Dividend Yield | 0.20% | N/A |
| 3-Year Total Dividends | $63.80 | $0.00 |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Sep 05, 2025 | N/A |