8-KEarnings & ResultsExhibits & Filings

CARNIVAL CORP 8-K Report, Financial Results (Sep 17, 2004)

Filed September 17, 2004For Securities:CCL

Summary

This Form 8-K filing by Carnival Corporation & plc announces record third quarter and nine-month earnings for fiscal year 2004. The company reported strong financial performance, driven by robust demand and efficient operations. Investors can take comfort in this sustained profitability, which underscores the company's ability to generate consistent returns in a competitive market. The positive results suggest a healthy operational environment and effective management strategies. While specific financial figures are detailed in the furnished press release (Exhibit 99.1), the overarching message from this filing is one of significant financial achievement. This report serves as an important update for shareholders, reinforcing the company's financial strength and its capacity to deliver value. Investors should refer to the attached press release for granular details on revenue, earnings per share, and other key financial metrics.

Key Highlights

  • 1Carnival Corporation & plc reported record third quarter earnings.
  • 2The company also achieved record earnings for the nine-month period ended in the third quarter.
  • 3The filing was made on September 17, 2004.
  • 4The press release detailing these results is furnished as Exhibit 99.1.
  • 5The information is provided under Item 2.02 (Results of Operations and Financial Condition).
  • 6This filing does not constitute a formal 'filing' for Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, nor is it incorporated by reference into future filings.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to announce that Carnival Corporation & plc has reported record third quarter and nine-month earnings for fiscal year 2004. A press release with the detailed financial results is included as an exhibit.

The specific financial details, including revenue, earnings per share, and other performance metrics for the third quarter and nine-month period, are contained in the press release furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K filing.

No, the information furnished under Item 2.02 in this report is not deemed 'filed' for the purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. It is also not automatically incorporated by reference into other company filings.

The report was signed by Gerald R. Cahill, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial and Accounting Officer, on behalf of both Carnival Corporation and Carnival plc.