Should you buy CCL stock?
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Based on market data through , StockInvest.us rates Carnival (CCL) as a Buy Candidate with a technical score of 1.87 on its -10 to +10 scale. The rating is unchanged from the previous daily evaluation.
- Buy signal since
- Price since signal Up 2.69%
- 3-month trend forecast Up 5.91%
- Beat earnings estimates in all of the last 4 quarters
- Attractive free cash flow ratio of 12.4x
- Solid financial health (Piotroski 6/9)
Green day on Friday for Carnival
(Market data through Aug 07, 2026)
The Carnival stock price gained 0.695% on the last trading day (Friday, 7th Aug 2026), rising from $28.79 to $28.99. During the last trading day the stock fluctuated 3.37% from a day low at $28.32 to a day high of $29.27. The price has risen in 7 of the last 10 days and is up by 10.1% over the past 2 weeks. Volume fell on the last day by -12 million shares and in total, 0 shares were bought and sold for approximately $0 . You should take into consideration that falling volume on higher prices causes divergence and may be an early warning about possible changes over the next couple of days.
The stock lies in the middle of a very wide and weak rising trend in the short term and a further rise within the trend is signaled. Given the current short-term trend, the stock is expected to rise 5.91% during the next 3 months and, with a 90% probability hold a price between $26.98 and $33.82 at the end of this 3-month period.
CCL Signals & Forecast
The Carnival stock holds buy signals from both short and long-term Moving Averages giving a positive forecast for the stock. Also, there is a general buy signal from the relation between the two signals where the short-term average is above the long-term average. On corrections down, there will be some support from the lines at $28.77 and $27.75. A breakdown below any of these levels will issue sell signals. A buy signal was issued from a pivot bottom point on Thursday, August 06, 2026, and so far it has risen 0.695%. Further rise is indicated until a new top pivot has been found. Furthermore, there is a buy signal from the 3 month Moving Average Convergence Divergence (MACD). Some negative signals were issued as well, and these may have some influence on the near short-term development. Volume fell during the last trading day while the price increased. This causes a divergence and may be considered as an early warning, but it may not be. The very low volume increases the risk and reduces the other technical signals issued.
Support, Risk & Stop-loss for Carnival stock
Carnival finds support from accumulated volume at $28.72 and this level may hold a buying opportunity as an upwards reaction can be expected when the support is being tested.
In general the stock tends to have very controlled movements and therefore the general risk is considered very low. However, be aware of low or falling volume and make sure to keep an eye on the stock During the last day, the stock moved $0.95 between high and low, or 3.37%. For the last week the stock has had daily average volatility of 2.64%
Our recommended stop-loss: $27.59 (-4.84%) (This stock has very low daily movements and this gives very low risk. There is a buy signal from a pivot bottom found 1 day ago.)
Trading Expectations (CCL) For The Upcoming Trading Day Of Monday 10th
For the upcoming trading day on Monday, 10th we expect Carnival Corporation to open at $28.86, and during the day (based on 14 day Average True Range), to move between $28.47 and $29.51, which gives a possible trading interval of +/-$1.03 (+/-3.62%) up or down from last closing price. If Carnival Corporation takes out the full calculated possible swing range there will be an estimated 3.62% move between the lowest and the highest trading price during the day.
Since the stock is closer to the resistance from accumulated volume at $29.18 (0.66%) than the support at $28.72 (0.93%), our systems don't find the trading risk/reward intra-day attractive and any bets should be held until the stock is closer to the support level.
Is Carnival Corporation stock A Buy?
Several short-term signals, along with a general good trend, are positive and we conclude that the current level may hold a buying opportunity as there is a fair chance for Carnival stock to perform well in the short-term.
Current score:
1.867
Buy Candidate
Unchanged
Predicted Fair Opening Price
Predicted fair opening price on August 10, 2026 - $28.86 ( 0.454%).
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CCL Performance
Trading levels for CCL
Fibonacci Support & Resistance Levels
| Level | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| R3 | 29.81 | 2.84% |
| R2 | 29.45 | 1.58% |
| R1 | 29.22 | 0.80% |
| Price | 28.99 | |
| S1 | 28.49 | -1.71% |
| S2 | 28.27 | -2.49% |
| S3 | 27.90 | -3.75% |
Accumulated Volume Support & Resistance Levels
| Level | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| R3 | 30.87 | 6.48% |
| R2 | 30.12 | 3.90% |
| R1 | 29.18 | 0.655% |
| Price | 28.99 | |
| S1 | 28.72 | -0.93% |
| S2 | 27.51 | -5.11% |
| S3 | 26.03 | -10.21% |
CCL Dividend Payout History
| # | Ex-Date | Pay Date | Amount | Yield | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jul 08, 2026 | Aug 07, 2026 | Aug 28, 2026 | $0.150 | 0.564% |
| 2 | May 18, 2026 | May 18, 2026 | May 29, 2026 | $0.150 | 0.590% |
| 3 | Dec 19, 2025 | Feb 13, 2026 | Feb 27, 2026 | $0.150 | 0.480% |
| 4 | Jan 16, 2020 | Feb 20, 2020 | Mar 13, 2020 | $0.500 | 2.84% |
| 5 | Oct 14, 2019 | Nov 21, 2019 | Dec 13, 2019 | $0.500 | 1.05% |
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