Carnival plc Profit Margin

As of the most recent data (February 2026), CUK shows a profit margin of 11.48%. That compares with 8.79% in the prior-year period — up 30.6% year over year. That is above the Consumer Discretionary sector average of 9.32%. Scroll down for historical charts and peer comparison views.

Compared with the year-ago period, CUK's profit margin is now 11.48% (was 8.79%) — a 30.6% year-over-year increase. Pairing that YoY change with peer averages gives a clearer picture of whether Carnival plc is outperforming or lagging.

The Consumer Discretionary sector average profit margin is about 9.32%. Carnival plc is at 11.48%, which is higher that average. That is roughly 23.2% above the sector mean. Use the comparison chart on this page to see how CUK stacks up against individual peers as well.

That compares with 8.79% in the prior-year period — up 30.6% year over year. Improvement over multiple periods is generally more meaningful than a single strong quarter. Compare Carnival plc with peers to see if the move is company-specific or sector-wide.

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