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On August 20, Royal Caribbean Group (NYSE:RCL) said it had completed a sale of $1.25 billion of notes that carry a 5.55% coupon and come due on January 20, 2034. The money is earmarked first for floating-rate term loans, with anything left over used to repay or refinance other debt, and the offering rode on […]

Royal Caribbean Group previously announced a total dividend of US$1.50 per share, with an ex-dividend date of 17 September 2026, extending a quarterly payout pattern in place since 2024 and supported by a dividend payout ratio of about 31%. This consistency in dividends, backed by profitability metrics, highlights management’s emphasis on cash returns to shareholders alongside reinvestment in the cruise business. Next, we’ll explore how this sizable, recurring dividend commitment shapes...

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.

This article first appeared on GuruFocus. Royal Caribbean Group (NYSE:RCL) recently announced a total dividend of $1.5 per share, with the ex-dividend date set for 2026-09-17. This payout consists of $1.5 per share in cash dividends, payable on 2026-10-08.

Fuel costs are quickly separating winners from losers

Royal Caribbean (RCL) reached $248.77 at the closing of the latest trading day, reflecting a -2.57% change compared to its last close.

Carnival, Royal Caribbean, and NCL are all trading lower this year.

Carnival's $7B-plus fiscal 2026 EBITDA outlook remains intact as record results, tighter costs and fuel-efficiency gains likely counter European pressure.

With products ranging from cardboard boxes to new drugs, these companies are all on track to double their earnings.

A prolonged slide in Royal Caribbean shares has put the stock's price at odds with its underlying business metrics.

The low valuation multiples for value stocks provide a margin of safety that growth stocks rarely offer. However, the challenge lies in determining whether these cheap assets are genuinely undervalued or simply on sale due to their potentially deteriorating business models.

Carnival's record booking curve and higher forward pricing support yields, though European headwinds are likely to keep growth uneven in 2026.

Airlines, cruise lines, and casino stocks all navigated the same peak travel season and came out in completely different places. The reasons why reveal which trade actually has a durable tailwind and which is one bad quarter away from a real problem.

Wall Street is overwhelmingly bullish on the stocks in this article, with price targets suggesting significant upside potential. However, it’s worth remembering that analysts rarely issue sell ratings, partly because their firms often seek other business from the same companies they cover.

Royal Caribbean (RCL) reported earnings 30 days ago. What's next for the stock? We take a look at earnings estimates for some clues.

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Carnival Corporation (CCL), the global cruise line operator, has pulled back about 14% from its early-August high near $29.67, settling near $25.37 a share after Wednesday's sector-wide selloff on rising fuel costs. That's a separate, steeper retreat from the stock's 52-week high of $34.03, set earlier this year.

Wrapping up Q2 earnings, we look at the numbers and key takeaways for the consumer discretionary - travel and vacation providers stocks, including Royal Caribbean (NYSE:RCL) and its peers.

Norwegian Cruise's slower fleet growth, nearly $1B annual capex reduction and $500M-plus savings could support a stronger free-cash-flow profile.

Hedge fund legends Seth Klarman and Paul Singer quietly loaded up on a battered cruise stock sitting near its pandemic lows, and their timing raises a question every value investor should be asking right now.

Shares of cruise company Norwegian Cruise Line (NYSE:NCLH) fell 5% in the afternoon session after rising crude oil prices raised concerns about higher operating costs across the cruise industry. Fuel is a major expense for operators, and higher oil prices can squeeze margins when ticket prices and itineraries are largely set months ahead. According to 24/7 Wall St., Norwegian fell about 5% on August 20, 2026 alongside declines in Carnival and Royal Caribbean, with no company-specific news — a se

Viking Holdings posted Q2 2026 revenue and EPS beats with strong 2026 and 2027 bookings, and analysts maintain a Moderate Buy rating despite VIK's premium valuation.

Despite trailing the broader market over the past year, Royal Caribbean continues to garner a cautiously optimistic outlook from Wall Street analysts.

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NACCO Industries (NYSE:NC) reported stronger operating performance across its utility coal mining, contract mining and minerals and royalties businesses in the second quarter of 2026, but solar-project impairment charges drove the company to a consolidated operating loss and net loss for the period.

Royal Caribbean Cruises (NYSE:RCL) has announced a new fixed-income offering of senior unsecured notes due 2034. The notes will be issued as senior unsecured debt, which ranks ahead of subordinated obligations but behind secured borrowings. The offering is expected to affect Royal Caribbean Cruises' capital structure, debt profile, and liquidity once completed. Interest in this new Royal Caribbean Cruises debt issue highlights how many investors are weighing income opportunities across...

The second-quarter 2026 earnings season highlighted a sharp divide within the cruise sector, as high interest rates and persistent inflation continued to strain discretionary consumer spending. Although overall leisure travel demand remained stable, households facing compounding price hikes and higher transatlantic ticket rates became much pickier about their vacation spending. Navigating this backdrop properly is […]

Not all profitable companies are built to last - some rely on outdated models or unsustainable advantages. Just because a business is in the green today doesn’t mean it will thrive tomorrow.

Ariel Investments, an investment management company, released its “Appreciation Fund” Q2 2026 investor letter. A copy of the letter can be downloaded here. The fund gained 13.71% in the second quarter of 2026, slightly outperforming the Russell Midcap Value Index’s 13.40% return but trailing the Russell Midcap Index’s 13.83% gain. Strong contributions from several holdings, […]