Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd (RCL)

Currency in USD
242.59
-0.11(-0.05%)
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242.11-0.48(-0.20%)
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Fair Value
Day's Range
240.20249.73
52 wk Range
222.22356.39
Key Statistics
Prev. Close
242.59
Open
246
Day's Range
240.2-249.73
52 wk Range
222.22-356.39
Volume
3.37M
Average Volume (3m)
2.32M
1-Year Change
-25.7499%
Book Value / Share
38.17
Fair Value
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Company’s Health
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Fair Price
Upside
Price Target
348.28
Upside
+43.57%
Members' Sentiments
Bearish
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ProTips
Trading at a low P/E ratio relative to near-term earnings growth
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Technical Analysis

Summary
Strong Sell
Sell
Neutral
Buy
Strong Buy
Neutral
Technical Indicators
Buy
Moving Averages
Sell

Analyst Ratings

19 Buy
8 Hold
0 Sell
Ratings:
27 analysts
Overall Consensus
Buy

Analysts 12-Month Price Target:

Average 348.28
(+43.57% Upside)
Firm
ArticlePositionPrice TargetUpside / DownsideFrom Price TargetActionDate
Tigress Financial Partners
Buy425.00+75.19%-MaintainSep 28, 2026
BofA Securities
Buy330.00+36.03%-UpgradeSep 28, 2026
Deutsche Bank
Buy299.00+23.25%-UpgradeSep 28, 2026
JPMorgan
Buy394.00+62.41%345.00MaintainSep 24, 2026
Truist Securities
Hold298.00+22.84%297.00MaintainSep 24, 2026

Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd SWOT Analysis


Cruise Industry Surge
Royal Caribbean rides wave of post-pandemic growth, with stock soaring 129% in a year amid strong consumer demand and strategic expansion
Destination Innovation
Explore RCL's entry into European river cruises and investment in private destinations, positioning the company for yield growth and market diversification
Financial Horizons
Analysts project EPS of $15.60 for FY2025, with price targets ranging from $250 to $405, reflecting optimism about RCL's profitability and growth potential
Competitive Edge
Learn how RCL's best-in-class profit margins and strategic initiatives are shaping its position in a cruise industry projected to grow at 7% CAGR through 2029
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Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd Earnings Call Summary for Q2/2026

  • Royal Caribbean posted Q2 2026 adjusted EPS of $4.21, beating estimates of $3.93 by 7.1%, though revenue of $4.8B missed forecasts by 0.21%.
  • Net yields rose 1.2% YoY, 100 basis points above guidance, driven by strong demand and record pricing despite European geopolitical headwinds.
  • Full-year 2026 adjusted EPS guidance raised to $17.73-$17.87, representing 14% growth; Q3 EPS expected at $6.26-$6.36 with flat yields.
  • Company returned over $600M to shareholders via dividends and buybacks; achieved 50% ROE and maintained leverage below 3x with $6.9B liquidity.
  • Management noted 2027 bookings running ahead of historical levels at record prices, supported by new products and destination investments.
Last Updated: 2026-07-28, 11:08 a/m
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Earnings

Latest Release
Jul 28, 2026
EPS / Forecast
4.21 / 3.93
Revenue / Forecast
4.8B / 4.81B
EPS Revisions
Last 90 days

Dividends

Payout Ratio
Payout ratio (TTM)
Earnings retained
EPS 16.21%
Dividend Yield
2.47%
Industry Median 2.30%
Annualized payout
6.00
Paid quarterly
5-Years Growth
+35.02%
Growth Streak

RCL Income Statement

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Metrics to compare
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Peers
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Relationship
P/E Ratio
14.8x16.5x9.7x
PEG Ratio
0.72−0.450.02
Price/Book
6.3x1.8x1.4x
Price / LTM Sales
3.5x1.0x0.9x
Upside (Analyst Target)
43.5%41.2%34.1%
Fair Value Upside
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Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. operates as a cruise company worldwide. The company operates cruises under the Royal Caribbean International, Celebrity Cruises, and Silversea Cruises brands, which comprise a range of itineraries. As of December 31, 2025, it operated 69 ships. Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. was founded in 1968 and is headquartered in Miami, Florida.

Ownership

Ownership Overview

Type
Common Stock Held% of Shares OutstandingMarket Value
Mutual Funds & ETFs
170.83M63.87%41.46B
Other Institutional Investors
86.96M32.51%21.10B
Public Companies & Retail Investors
9.66M3.61%2.35B
Total
267.45M100.00%64.91B

Top Holders

Holder
% of holding
Shares Held
Date Reported
Value (In 1,000s)
Capital Research and Management Company29.44%78,739,80519,110,151
BlackRock, Inc.7.71%20,626,1515,005,967

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FAQ

What Is the Royal Caribbean Cruises (RCL) Stock Price Today?

The Royal Caribbean Cruises stock price today is 242.59 USD.

What Stock Exchange Does Royal Caribbean Cruises Trade On?

Royal Caribbean Cruises is listed and trades on the New York Stock Exchange.

What Is the Stock Symbol for Royal Caribbean Cruises?

The stock symbol for Royal Caribbean Cruises is "RCL."

Does Royal Caribbean Cruises Pay Dividends? What’s The Current Dividend Yield?

The Royal Caribbean Cruises dividend yield is 2.47%.

What Is the Royal Caribbean Cruises Market Cap?

As of today, Royal Caribbean Cruises market cap is 64.91B USD.

What Is Royal Caribbean Cruises's Earnings Per Share (TTM)?

The Royal Caribbean Cruises EPS (TTM) is 16.21.

When Is the Next Royal Caribbean Cruises Earnings Date?

Royal Caribbean Cruises will release its next earnings report on Nov 03, 2026.

From a Technical Analysis Perspective, Is RCL a Buy or Sell?

Based on moving averages and other technical indicators, the daily buy/sell signal is Strong Sell.

How Many Times Has Royal Caribbean Cruises Stock Split?

Royal Caribbean Cruises has split 1 times.

How Many Employees Does Royal Caribbean Cruises Have?

Royal Caribbean Cruises has 107975 employees.

What is the current trading status of Royal Caribbean Cruises (RCL)?

As of Sep 29, 2026, Royal Caribbean Cruises (RCL) is trading at a price of 242.59 USD, with a previous close of 242.59 USD. The stock has fluctuated within a day range of 240.20 USD to 249.73 USD, while its 52-week range spans from 222.22 USD to 356.39 USD.

What Is Royal Caribbean Cruises (RCL) Price Target According to Analysts?

The average 12-month price target for Royal Caribbean Cruises is 348.28 USD, with a high estimate of 415 USD and a low estimate of 262 USD. 19 analysts recommend buying the stock, while 0 suggest selling, leading to an overall rating of Buy. The stock has an +43.57% Upside potential.

What Is the RCL Premarket Price?

RCL's last pre-market stock price is 246.04 USD. The pre-market share volume is 129,190.00, and the stock has decreased by 3.34, or 1.38%.

What Is the RCL After Hours Price?

RCL's last after hours stock price is 242.11 USD, the stock has decreased by -0.48, or -0.20%.
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