Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd.
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About Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd.
AI-generatedRoyal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. is a global cruise vacation company that owns and operates three complementary cruise brands: Royal Caribbean International, Celebrity Cruises, and Silversea Cruises. The company offers a wide range of itineraries visiting over 1,000 destinations across all seven continents, with a fleet of more than 60 ships. Its core business is providing leisure travel experiences, including onboard entertainment, dining, and shore excursions, catering to various market segments from contemporary to luxury.
Revenue is primarily generated from ticket sales (passage fares) and onboard spending, including beverages, specialty dining, shore excursions, casino, and retail. The company also earns fees from pre- and post-cruise packages and air travel. With a high operating margin of 27.38% and profit margin of 24.37%, Royal Caribbean benefits from scale and premium pricing. Its debt of $21.11 billion reflects significant capital investment in new ships, while a dividend yield of 1.07% provides modest income.
Royal Caribbean operates in the highly competitive travel services industry, competing with Carnival Corporation and Norwegian Cruise Line. The sector is cyclical, sensitive to economic conditions, fuel costs, and geopolitical events. Royal Caribbean differentiates itself through innovation (e.g., Oasis-class ships with unique features) and a diversified brand portfolio. Its EV/EBITDA of 13.58 and P/E of 17.69 indicate a premium valuation relative to historical averages, reflecting strong earnings growth (28.90% YoY) and revenue growth (11.33% YoY).
The company targets a broad demographic of vacationers, from families and millennials to affluent travelers seeking luxury experiences. Its key markets are North America (especially the US), Europe, and Asia-Pacific. Royal Caribbean has a strong presence in the Caribbean, Alaska, and Mediterranean, and is expanding in Asia and Australia. The recent quarters show robust performance, with revenue of $4.45 billion in Q1 2026 and net income of $941 million, driven by strong demand and pricing.
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Financial highlights
Latest saved period: March 2026 · 2026-03-31
Dividend history
Cash dividends by ex-date, not an investment recommendation.
| Ex-date | Amount | Payment date | Period |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 6, 2026 | $1.50 | Apr 3, 2026 | Quarterly |
| Dec 26, 2025 | $1.00 | Jan 14, 2026 | Quarterly |
| Sep 25, 2025 | $1.00 | Oct 13, 2025 | Quarterly |
| Jun 4, 2025 | $0.75 | Jul 3, 2025 | Quarterly |
| Mar 7, 2025 | $0.75 | Apr 4, 2025 | Quarterly |
| Dec 27, 2024 | $0.55 | Jan 13, 2025 | Quarterly |
| Sep 20, 2024 | $0.40 | Oct 11, 2024 | Quarterly |
| Mar 5, 2020 | $0.78 | Apr 6, 2020 | Quarterly |
| Dec 19, 2019 | $0.78 | Jan 6, 2020 | Quarterly |
| Sep 19, 2019 | $0.78 | Oct 11, 2019 | Quarterly |
| Jun 3, 2019 | $0.70 | Jul 3, 2019 | Quarterly |
| Mar 6, 2019 | $0.70 | Apr 5, 2019 | Quarterly |
| Dec 19, 2018 | $0.70 | Jan 4, 2019 | Quarterly |
| Sep 20, 2018 | $0.70 | Oct 11, 2018 | Quarterly |
| Jun 1, 2018 | $0.60 | Jul 3, 2018 | Quarterly |
| Mar 6, 2018 | $0.60 | Apr 5, 2018 | Quarterly |
| Dec 20, 2017 | $0.60 | Jan 5, 2018 | Quarterly |
| Sep 21, 2017 | $0.60 | Oct 11, 2017 | Quarterly |
| May 31, 2017 | $0.48 | Jul 5, 2017 | Quarterly |
| Mar 3, 2017 | $0.48 | Apr 5, 2017 | Quarterly |
| Dec 19, 2016 | $0.48 | Jan 5, 2017 | Quarterly |
| Sep 27, 2016 | $0.48 | Oct 13, 2016 | Quarterly |
| May 26, 2016 | $0.38 | Jun 13, 2016 | Quarterly |
| Feb 18, 2016 | $0.38 | Mar 3, 2016 | Quarterly |
Revenue
↑ 2435.2%Net Income
↑ 157.4%Free Cash Flow
↑ 155.9%Diluted EPS
↑ 28.9%Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. (RCL) analysis
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