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Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. (RCL) Stock

Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. Stock Details, Movements and Public Alerts

Stock Details

Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. (RCL), a prominent company in the consumer cyclical sector within the travel services industry, is based in USA and primarily trades on the NYSE.Currently, the stock is trading at $284.67. Over the past 52 weeks, it has ranged between $163.05 and $365.38. This places the current price at 77.9% of its 52-week high and 74.6% above its 52-week low. Recent trading volume was recorded at 3,146,728. The International Securities Identification Number (ISIN) for this stock is US7549071030.

52-Week Range

$365.38 - $163.05

-22.09% from high · +74.59% from low

Avg Daily Volume

3,146,728

Latest volume

Fundamentals

Valuation Metrics

P/E Ratio (TTM)

24.09

Near market average

Forward P/E

17.89

Earnings expected to grow

PEG Ratio

1.00

Reasonably valued

Price to Book

9.68

EV/EBITDA

16.29

EPS (TTM)

$13.43

Price to Sales

5.12

Beta

2.12

More volatile than market

How is RCL valued relative to its earnings and growth?
Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. trades at a P/E ratio of 24.09, which is near the market average of approximately 20, suggesting the market views it as fairly valued relative to its earnings. Looking ahead, the forward P/E of 17.89 is lower than the current P/E, indicating analysts expect earnings to grow over the next year. The PEG ratio of 1.00 indicates reasonable value when growth is considered.
What is RCL's risk profile compared to the market?
With a beta of 2.12, Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. is significantly more volatile than the market. For every 10% market move, this stock tends to move 21% in the same direction. Higher beta stocks offer greater potential returns but with increased risk. The price-to-book ratio of 9.68 shows investors value the company above its book value, which often reflects intangible assets or growth prospects.

Performance & Growth

Profit Margin

21.00%

Operating Margin

29.40%

EBITDA

$6.19B

Return on Equity

46.60%

Return on Assets

7.52%

Revenue Growth (YoY)

10.40%

Earnings Growth (YoY)

41.70%

How profitable and efficient is RCL's business model?
Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. achieves a profit margin of 21.00%, meaning it retains $21.00 from every $100 in revenue after all expenses. This is an impressive margin, indicating strong pricing power and efficient cost management that allows the company to generate substantial profits. The operating margin of 29.40% reveals how efficiently the company runs its core business operations before interest and taxes. With ROE at 46.60% and ROA at 7.52%, the company generates strong returns on invested capital.
What are RCL's recent growth trends?
Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd.'s revenue grew by 10.40% year-over-year, showing steady progress in growing the business. This positive trajectory indicates the company maintains competitive positioning in its markets. Earnings increased by 41.70% year-over-year, outpacing revenue growth through improved margins. These growth metrics should be evaluated against TRAVEL SERVICES industry averages for proper context.

Dividend Information

Dividend Per Share

$2.45

Dividend Yield

0.75%

Ex-Dividend Date

Sep 25, 2025

Dividend Date

Oct 13, 2025

What dividend income can investors expect from RCL?
Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. offers a dividend yield of 0.75%, paying $2.45 per share annually. This modest yield below 2% suggests the company prioritizes growth investments over current income. While the dividend provides some return, investors are likely attracted more by capital appreciation potential than income generation. To receive the next dividend, shares must be purchased before the ex-dividend date of Sep 25, 2025.
How reliable is RCL's dividend for long-term investors?
The dividend sustainability can be assessed through the payout ratio - Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. pays $2.45 per share in dividends against earnings of $13.43 per share, resulting in a payout ratio of 18.24%. This conservative payout below 30% indicates excellent dividend safety with substantial room for future increases. The company retains most earnings for growth while still rewarding shareholders. The next dividend payment is scheduled for Oct 13, 2025.

Company Size & Market

Market Cap

$87.9B

Revenue (TTM)

$17.18B

Revenue/Share (TTM)

$64.24

Shares Outstanding

271.63M

Book Value/Share

$33.76

Asset Type

Common Stock

What is RCL's market capitalization and position?
Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. has a market capitalization of $87.9B, classifying it as a large-cap stock ($10B-$200B). Large-caps are typically industry leaders with established business models, offering a balance of stability and growth potential. They often provide dividend income and are core holdings in institutional portfolios. With 271.63M shares outstanding, the company's ownership is relatively concentrated. As a participant in the TRAVEL SERVICES industry, it competes with other firms in this sector.
How does RCL's price compare to its book value?
Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd.'s book value per share is $33.76, while the current stock price is $284.67, resulting in a price-to-book (P/B) ratio of 8.43. This high P/B ratio indicates significant intangible assets, strong brand value, or high growth expectations. Technology and consumer brand companies often trade at elevated P/B ratios due to intellectual property and competitive advantages not reflected on the balance sheet. As a common stock, this represents equity ownership with voting rights.

Analyst Ratings

Analyst Target Price

$355.70

24.95% upside potential

Analyst Recommendations

Strong Buy

4

Buy

15

Hold

6

Sell

1

Strong Sell

0

How reliable are analyst predictions for RCL?
26 analysts cover RCL with 73% recommending buy/strong buy ratings. Analyst predictions have mixed reliability - studies show consensus rarely beats market returns consistently. The strong bullish consensus may already be priced in. The consensus target of $355.70 implies 25.0% upside, but targets are often adjusted to follow price moves rather than predict them.
What is the Wall Street consensus on RCL?
Current analyst recommendations:4 Strong Buy, 15 Buy, 6 Hold, 1 Sell, 0The bullish tilt suggests optimism about future prospects, though investors should conduct independent research.Remember that analyst opinions often lag price movements and can be influenced by investment banking relationships.

Fundamentals last updated: Oct 1, 2025, 05:25 AM

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