Prnewswire·2025-12-19 14:15Core Insights - Carnival Corporation & plc reported strong financial results for Q4 and full year 2025, exceeding guidance due to robust demand and effective cost management [1][3][6] - The company reinstated its dividend, reflecting confidence in its long-term performance and financial stability [3][14] Financial Performance - Full year net income reached $2.8 billion, with adjusted net income at a record $3.1 billion, up over 60% from the previous year [6][7] - Record revenues of $26.6 billion were achieved, driven by record net yields in constant currency [6][7] - Operating income for the year was $4.5 billion, a 25% increase compared to the prior year [6] - Adjusted EBITDA for the year was $7.2 billion, exceeding the previous year by over $1 billion [6] Cost Management - Cruise costs per available lower berth day (ALBD) increased by 2.2% compared to 2024, while adjusted cruise costs excluding fuel per ALBD rose by only 0.5%, outperforming guidance [5][6] - Fuel consumption per ALBD decreased by 5.6% due to ongoing efforts to reduce fuel usage [12] Booking Trends - The company reported record booking volumes for 2026 and 2027, with strong demand continuing from Black Friday through Cyber Monday [10] - Approximately two-thirds of occupancy for the upcoming year is already booked at historical high prices in constant currency [9][10] 2026 Outlook - For 2026, the company expects adjusted net income to reach $3.5 billion, surpassing 2025 levels [6][11] - The first quarter of 2026 is projected to see net yields increase by approximately 5.1% year-over-year [24] Corporate Structure Changes - Carnival Corporation proposed unifying its dual-listed framework into a single company listed solely on the New York Stock Exchange, which is expected to streamline governance and enhance shareholder value [19][20] - The company plans to shift its legal incorporation from Panama to Bermuda, aligning with international financial standards [19] Recent Developments - The company successfully completed a $19 billion refinancing plan, improving its net debt to adjusted EBITDA ratio to 3.4x, recognized as investment grade by Fitch [11][15] - Record customer deposits of $7.2 billion were reported, surpassing the previous fourth quarter record [12]