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Royal Caribbean is expanding its portfolio of land-based destinations by entering into a partnership with Sandals Resorts in a deal announced Wednesday. The cruise line will acquire a 50% equity stake in Sandals and Beaches Resorts for $3 billion, with the transaction expected to close in early 2027. According to Royal Caribbean Group, the partnership will include Sandals and Beaches’ ...

Royal Caribbean (RCL) trades near $235, at its 52-week low, and over the past year the stock returned about -27% against close to 18% for the S&P 500. The easy read on a cruise line down that far is that demand cracked. It did not. The company lifted its earnings outlook for 2026 and expects adjusted earnings per share to grow 14%, and what has stalled, in the third quarter of 2026, is the price it can put on a cabin.

Carnival Corporation (CCL) trades near $22, down about 26% over the past year, while the S&P 500 gained close to 18%. The easy read on a cruise line that cheap is that demand finally cracked. It has not. Carnival lowered its 2026 yield outlook after the Middle East conflict hit its European sailings, and part of that cut was its own choice to protect price rather than fill cabins.

Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd (NYSE:RCL) has agreed to acquire a 50% stake in Sandals and Beaches Resorts for approximately $3 billion, expanding the cruise operator into the all-inclusive resort market. The partnership will combine Sandals and Beaches Resorts' all-inclusive resort expertise...

Royal Caribbean is buying a 50% stake in Sandals Resorts, with the deal expected to close early 2027.

The deal values the Caribbean resort chain at $6 billion and is expected to close in early 2027

Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. agreed to buy a 50% stake in Sandals Resorts International for about $3 billion, a deal that will give the cruise operator access to its all-inclusive resorts across the Caribbean.

United, American lead airline rally, cruise stocks surge as oil prices fall on positive Middle East developments. Airlines, cruises feel for bottom.

Royal Caribbean offers accelerating earnings and unusual forward visibility, while Walmart offers defensive scale and e-commerce momentum.

According to the average brokerage recommendation (ABR), one should invest in Royal Caribbean (RCL). It is debatable whether this highly sought-after metric is effective because Wall Street analysts' recommendations tend to be overly optimistic. Would it be worth investing in the stock?

CCL's 16% monthly drop reflects European demand concerns, but strong 2027 bookings and cost savings support its long-term outlook.

The 5% jump in U.S. crude oil prices today is having some of the familiar effects we've seen in recent months across the market when tensions build in the Middle East. Winners largely are coming from the energy sector, which is the best performing group in the S&P 500 today.

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) is down by -0.42% today, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is down by -0.55%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is down by -0.23%. E-mini S&P futures (ESU26 ) are down -0.40%, and September E-mini...

The country's largest cruise line by market cap is doing better and trading cheaper than you probably think.

Royal Caribbean Cruises (RCL) shares came under pressure after the company reported second quarter 2026 results that beat revenue expectations but showed a 3.9% decline in adjusted earnings and a 5.3% post results stock pullback. See our latest analysis for Royal Caribbean Cruises. At a share price of $292.0, Royal Caribbean Cruises has seen mixed momentum, with a 14.02% 90 day share price return and a 3.09% year to date share price return. However, the 1 year total shareholder return...

Royal Caribbean Cruises recently reported its second-quarter 2026 results, with revenue and adjusted earnings ahead of analyst estimates, while also completing a US$1.25 billion senior unsecured notes offering at 5.550% due 2034 to refinance existing debt. Despite the solid operational performance and higher full-year EPS guidance, investors appeared cautious about the year-over-year dip in adjusted earnings and the implications of fresh long-term borrowing on the company’s balance...

VIK's Q2 earnings increase 32.3% as capacity growth and higher revenue per PCD lift revenues, while 2026 and 2027 advance bookings climb.

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) is down by -0.20% today, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is down by -0.63%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is down by -0.24%. E-mini S&P futures (ESU26 ) are down -0.24%, and September E-mini...

NCLH's steep valuation discount faces a major test as falling earnings estimates, weak yields and high leverage cloud its recovery.
Royal Caribbean's stronger 2026 outlook and healthy demand bolster its case, but premium valuation, debt and heavy spending support patience.
In late July 2026, Royal Caribbean Cruises reported second-quarter revenue of US$1,488 million and net income of US$1,128 million, issued full-year 2026 guidance calling for roughly 9% year-on-year revenue growth, and confirmed progress on its share repurchase program. The company’s earnings release, coupled with buybacks totaling about US$1.19 billion since late 2025 and a new tech-focused board appointment, highlights an emphasis on profitability, capital returns, and digital...
RCL beats Q2 estimates as strong demand and onboard spending lift revenues, but rising costs squeeze profit and send shares lower.
The cruise company raised its full-year adjusted EPS guidance to $17.73–$17.87 but cut its revenue growth forecast from ~10% to ~9%
Royal Caribbean (RCL) delivered earnings and revenue surprises of +6.05% and +0.45%, respectively, for the quarter ended June 2026. Do the numbers hold clues to what lies ahead for the stock?
A number of stocks jumped in the morning session after a sudden de-escalation in Middle East tensions sent global oil prices tumbling. The primary macroeconomic catalyst driving today’s massive rally is a reported pause in U.S.-Iran military hostilities. With reports emerging that both Washington and Tehran are agreeing to halt attacks, fears of an escalating regional conflict are rapidly easing. This geopolitical relief valve is triggering an immediate and aggressive selloff in the energy marke
The cruise liner exceeded expectations in the first quarter, but the stock is up only 1% this year.
Royal Caribbean has been treading water for the past six months, recording a small return of 2.8% while holding steady at $285.50. The stock also fell short of the S&P 500’s 8.4% gain during that period.
