Carnival Corporation (CCL)vsCelestica Inc. (CLS)
CCL
Carnival Corporation
$25.73
+1.02%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $35.28B
CLS
Celestica Inc.
$302.22
+0.23%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $34.73B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Carnival Corporation generates 115% more annual revenue ($26.62B vs $12.39B). CCL leads profitability with a 10.4% profit margin vs 6.7%. CLS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.00. CCL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
CCL
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
CLS
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+65.0%
Fair Value
$94.54
Current Price
$25.73
$68.81 discount
Margin of Safety
+11.6%
Fair Value
$334.62
Current Price
$302.22
$32.40 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 26 in profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 35.8% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 41 in profit
Revenue surging 43.6% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 77.7% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Trading at 15.7x book value
6.7% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CCL
The strongest argument for CCL centers on Return on Equity, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 1.09 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : CLS
The strongest argument for CLS centers on Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 43.6% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.00 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : CCL
The primary concerns for CCL are Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 2.28 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : CLS
The primary concerns for CLS are Price/Book, Profit Margin, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 42.2x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CCL profiles as a value stock while CLS is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
CCL carries more volatility with a beta of 2.46 — expect wider price swings.
CLS is growing revenue faster at 43.6% — sustainability is the question.
CLS generates stronger free cash flow (158M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CCL scores higher overall (72/100 vs 68/100). Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Carnival Corporation
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · TRAVEL SERVICES · USA
Carnival Corporation & plc is a British-American cruise operator, currently the world's largest travel leisure company, with a combined fleet of over 100 vessels across 10 cruise line brands.
Visit Website →Celestica Inc.
TECHNOLOGY · ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS · USA
Celestica Inc. provides hardware platforms and supply chain solutions in North America, Europe, and Asia. The company is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.
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