Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. (RCL)

US — Consumer Cyclical Sector
Peers: CCL  ABNB  EXPE  BKNG  NCLH  TRIP 

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Key Metrics & Ratings

  • symbol RCL
  • Rev/Share 63.1765
  • Book/Share 34.4118
  • PB 9.6421
  • Debt/Equity 2.1526
  • CurrentRatio 0.2317
  • ROIC 0.1539

 

  • MktCap 88287248840.0
  • FreeCF/Share 13.1875
  • PFCF 24.6131
  • PE 24.5374
  • Debt/Assets 0.5121
  • DivYield 0.0075
  • ROE 0.4541

 

  • Rating B
  • Score 3
  • Recommendation Neutral
  • P/E Score 2
  • DCF Score 2
  • P/B Score 1
  • D/E Score 1

Recent Analyst Ratings

Type Ticker Analyst Firm Previous Rating Current Rating Previous Price Target Current Price Target Date
Initiation RCL TD Cowen -- Buy -- $405 July 22, 2025
Downgrade RCL Truist Buy Hold -- $337 July 21, 2025
Initiation RCL Northcoast -- Buy -- $279 April 25, 2025
Initiation RCL Jefferies -- Hold -- $230 March 31, 2025
Initiation RCL Exane BNP Paribas -- Outperform -- $262 March 27, 2025
Upgrade RCL Loop Capital Hold Buy -- $250 March 5, 2025
Initiation RCL Loop Capital -- Hold -- $250 Feb. 5, 2025
Reiterated RCL Citigroup -- Buy $204 $253 Oct. 9, 2024

News

RCL Stock Rises 38% in 3 Months: Should You Buy Now or Hold Steady?
RCL
Published: August 21, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Negative

Royal Caribbean's 38% rally in three months is fueled by strong demand, new ships, and rising onboard spending. Yet cost headwinds loom.

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Is Trending Stock Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. (RCL) a Buy Now?
RCL
Published: August 19, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Zacks.com users have recently been watching Royal Caribbean (RCL) quite a bit. Thus, it is worth knowing the facts that could determine the stock's prospects.

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CELEBRITY RIVER CRUISES TO OPEN DEPOSITS FOR INAUGURAL 2027 SAILINGS ON SEPTEMBER 3
RCL
Published: August 19, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

Secure Priority Booking Access to be among the first to book a 2027 inaugural season vacation on Europe's iconic Danube and Rhine rivers MIAMI , Aug. 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Be among the first to experience Celebrity River Cruises, as Priority Booking Access opens at 9 a.m. EDT on Wednesday, September 3, 2025.

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Will Royal Caribbean's Fleet Growth Anchor Its 2025 Demand Strategy?
RCL
Published: August 13, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

RCL's steady rollout of new ships is fueling pricing power, guest growth and premium yields for 2025.

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Royal Caribbean Cruises: Correction Likely Not Complete - More Uncertainties In H2
RCL
Published: August 08, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Negative

Despite the recent correction, RCL remains overly expensive compared to historical trends and its peers, with it offering interested investors a minimal margin of safety. This is especially since they have reported a notable change in consumer booking trends to close-in sailings (last-minute trips), triggering an impacted line of sight to its near-term prospects. This is worsened by the deteriorating macro events, with the inflationary pressure rising, the US labor market weakening, and the Fed turning hawkish.

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Will Strong Booking Momentum Support RCL's 2025 Revenue Visibility?
RCL
Published: August 07, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Strong booking trends, onboard spend and new offerings position Royal Caribbean for solid 2025 revenue and EPS growth.

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SILVERSEA UNVEILS NEW IMMERSIVE OUTDOOR EXPERIENCES AT THE CORMORANT AT 55 SOUTH AHEAD OF ITS JANUARY 2026 OPENING
RCL
Published: August 06, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

New land offerings in Puerto Williams, Chile, will connect guests to Tierra del Fuego's wildlife, landscapes, and culture, enhancing the journey for guests traveling on Silversea's innovative Antarctica Fly Cruise sailings Watch a new video on The Cormorant at 55 South: Stories by Silversea: A Legacy in the Making: Part 2 MIAMI , Aug. 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Silversea, the leading experiential luxury and expedition travel brand, has unveiled highlights of the land offerings available at its highly-anticipated hotel, The Cormorant at 55 South in Puerto Williams, Chile – scheduled to open in January 2026. Nestled in the heart of …

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Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. (RCL) is Attracting Investor Attention: Here is What You Should Know
RCL
Published: August 05, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Royal Caribbean (RCL) has been one of the stocks most watched by Zacks.com users lately. So, it is worth exploring what lies ahead for the stock.

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SET SAIL ON A VACATION THAT NOTHING COMES CLOSE TO, AS CELEBRITY CRUISES REVEALS THE FIRST OF ITS 2027-2028 ITINERARIES
RCL
Published: August 05, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

Explore breathtaking landscapes and iconic cities with more than 175 sailings in Europe, Alaska, Hawaii, Australia, Japan, Canada and New England. MIAMI , Aug. 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- From Sydney to Santorini, get ready for a vacation that Nothing Comes Close to with Celebrity Cruises' 2027-2028 itineraries in Europe, Alaska, Hawaii, Australia, Japan, Canada and New England.

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Royal Caribbean Booking Momentum Strong in Q2, Demand Resilient
RCL
Published: July 31, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

RCL sees booking momentum accelerate in the second quarter, with strong demand, higher pricing, and solid yields boosting the 2025 outlook.

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Royal Caribbean's 2025 Upside May Be Limited, But 2026 Yield Growth Could Exceed Estimates
RCL
Published: July 30, 2025 by: Benzinga
Sentiment: Neutral

Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. RCL shares are trading lower on Wednesday.

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Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. (RCL) Q2 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
RCL
Published: July 29, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Neutral

Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. (NYSE:RCL ) Q2 2025 Earnings Conference Call July 29, 2025 10:00 AM ET Company Participants Blake Vanier - Corporate Participant Jason T.

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Royal Caribbean lifts full-year guidance on strong cruise bookings
RCL
Published: July 29, 2025 by: CNBC
Sentiment: Positive

Royal Caribbean Cruise Group raised its full-year guidance. Royal Caribbean reported growth in bookings during the second quarter from the prior period, especially from travelers booking closer to their departure date.

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'Halftime' Committee Stocks on the Move: UnitedHealth, Merck, Royal Caribbean and Spotify
MRK, RCL, SPOT, UNH
Published: July 29, 2025 by: CNBC Television
Sentiment: Negative

The Investment Committee debate some of their stocks on the move lower.

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RCL Stock Sinks After Earnings—Is a Buying Opportunity Ahead?
RCL
Published: July 29, 2025 by: MarketBeat
Sentiment: Negative

Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. NYSE: RCL stock is down 5.6% in midday trading after the company's second-quarter earnings report.

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Royal Caribbean Q2 Earnings Beat Estimates, Revenues Miss, Stock Down
RCL
Published: July 29, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

RCL's second-quarter earnings beat estimates, but revenues miss the same. The stock is down 5.4% despite solid booking momentum.

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Royal Caribbean Stock Drops as Cost of Newest Ship Seen Impacting Profit
RCL
Published: July 29, 2025 by: Investopedia
Sentiment: Negative

Royal Caribbean Group (RCL) shares fell 5% Tuesday when the cruise line operator issued a worse-than-expected outlook on higher costs for its newest ship.

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Compared to Estimates, Royal Caribbean (RCL) Q2 Earnings: A Look at Key Metrics
RCL
Published: July 29, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral

While the top- and bottom-line numbers for Royal Caribbean (RCL) give a sense of how the business performed in the quarter ended June 2025, it could be worth looking at how some of its key metrics compare to Wall Street estimates and year-ago values.

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Royal Caribbean to Report Q2 Earnings: Buy, Sell or Hold the Stock?
RCL
Published: July 25, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

RCL's Q2 results are likely to reflect gains from strong demand, premium ship rollout and solid pricing, offset by ramp-up and dry dock costs.

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Exploring Analyst Estimates for Royal Caribbean (RCL) Q2 Earnings, Beyond Revenue and EPS
RCL
Published: July 24, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Looking beyond Wall Street's top-and-bottom-line estimate forecasts for Royal Caribbean (RCL), delve into some of its key metrics to gain a deeper insight into the company's potential performance for the quarter ended June 2025.

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Royal Caribbean (RCL) Earnings Expected to Grow: What to Know Ahead of Next Week's Release
RCL
Published: July 22, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Royal Caribbean (RCL) possesses the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely earnings beat in its upcoming report. Get prepared with the key expectations.

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What Makes Royal Caribbean (RCL) a Strong Momentum Stock: Buy Now?
RCL
Published: July 21, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Does Royal Caribbean (RCL) have what it takes to be a top stock pick for momentum investors? Let's find out.

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Is It Worth Investing in Royal Caribbean (RCL) Based on Wall Street's Bullish Views?
RCL
Published: July 21, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral

The recommendations of Wall Street analysts are often relied on by investors when deciding whether to buy, sell, or hold a stock. Media reports about these brokerage-firm-employed (or sell-side) analysts changing their ratings often affect a stock's price.

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Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. (RCL) Is a Trending Stock: Facts to Know Before Betting on It
RCL
Published: July 16, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Royal Caribbean (RCL) has been one of the stocks most watched by Zacks.com users lately. So, it is worth exploring what lies ahead for the stock.

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Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. (RCL) Soars to 52-Week High, Time to Cash Out?
RCL
Published: July 15, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Royal Caribbean (RCL) is at a 52-week high, but can investors hope for more gains in the future? We take a look at the company's fundamentals for clues.

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The Big 3: RCL, ASTS, LULU
LULU, RCL
Published: July 14, 2025 by: Schwab Network
Sentiment: Negative

@ProsperTradingAcademy's Scott Bauer joins today's Big 3 and looks into three vastly different industries. For Royal Caribbean (RCL), he believes the stock is heavily overbought and needs time to "cool off.

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STAR OF THE SEAS OFFICIALLY JOINS ROYAL CARIBBEAN AS THE NEXT ICONIC VACATION
RCL
Published: July 10, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

The ultimate family vacation has completed construction and is one step closer to its August debut in Port Canaveral (Orlando), Florida MIAMI , July 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Royal Caribbean kicked off the countdown to a new era of family vacations, officially welcoming Star of the Seas * into the family. After nearly two years of construction at the Meyer Turku shipyard in Turku, Finland , the keys to the next revolutionary Icon Class ship were officially handed over to Royal Caribbean just a few weeks ahead of its August debut in Port Canaveral (Orlando), Florida.

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Can Royal Caribbean's stock keep rising? Here's what Wall Street's new top bull says.
RCL
Published: July 09, 2025 by: Market Watch
Sentiment: Positive

Royal Caribbean's stock still has a lot more upside, according to Wall Street's new most bullish analyst.

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Royal Caribbean (RCL) is a Top-Ranked Growth Stock: Should You Buy?
RCL
Published: July 09, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

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Why Investors Need to Take Advantage of These 2 Consumer Discretionary Stocks Now
NFLX, RCL
Published: July 09, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

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About Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. (RCL)

  • IPO Date 1993-04-28
  • Website https://www.rclinvestor.com
  • Industry Travel Services
  • CEO Jason T. Liberty
  • Employees 105950

Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. operates as a cruise company worldwide. The company operates cruises under the Royal Caribbean International, Celebrity Cruises, Azamara, and Silversea Cruises brands, which comprise a range of itineraries that call on approximately 1,000 destinations. As of February 25, 2022, it operated 61 ships. The company was founded in 1968 and is headquartered in Miami, Florida.