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ROYAL CARIBBEAN CRUISES LTDRCL

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Stock Price $RCL

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Filing record · 2016–202610-K1110-Q328-K201

RCL filed 11 annual reports (10-K), 32 quarterly reports (10-Q) and 201 current reports (8-K) between 2016 and 2026.

  1. FY2015 annual report10-K · Feb ’16Feb ’16
  2. Material agreement8-K · Apr ’19Apr ’19
  3. Leadership change8-K · Nov ’21Nov ’21
  4. Material agreement8-K · Oct ’25Oct ’25

01—Key figures

Source: 10-KFY2025
Source: 10-KFY2025
Source: 10-KFY2025
Source: 10-KFY2025

Revenue Trend

Year-over-year comparison from 10-K annual reports

  18. $17.93B
YoY changeLargest recent move+477.0%in FY22Latest +8.8%

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All RCL Financial Metrics60 metrics

Income Statement15

Balance Sheet25

Cash Flow15

Per Share5

02—Overview

ROYAL CARIBBEAN CRUISES LTD Financial Overview 2021–2025

Updated Jul 10, 2026

Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. (RCL) drove occupancy rates to an astonishing 109.7%a in FY2025, proving that the post-pandemic boom in cruise travel has hardened into sustained pricing power. The core investment thesis is clear: management has successfully transformed a heavily leveraged balance sheet into a highly profitable yield engine through disciplined fleet expansion, aggressive debt refinancing, and premium onboard experiences.

The company's financial trajectory highlights a staggering operational turnaround, as revenue grew from a distressed $1.5 billionb in FY2021 to a record $17.9 billion in FY2025. By maximizing capacity on new mega-ships, RCL achieved $4.3 billion in net income and generated $7.0 billion in Adjusted EBITDA during FY2025. This immense cash generation allowed the operator to seamlessly absorb inflation, restructure its capital profile by refinancing $6.1 billion in high-cost debt during FY2024, and ultimately return $2.0 billion to shareholders. Forward demand remains highly visible via record advance bookings, with customer deposits swelling to $6.55 billion in Q1 2026 alongside a 11.3% jump in quarterly revenue to $4.5 billion.

Investors have heavily rewarded the company’s restored financial health and deleveraging strategy. At the close of FY2025, the market valued the stock at $278.92c per share, trading at 17.9x earnings based on $15.61 in EPS.

Recent Developments (Q4 2025 and Q1 2026)

Royal Caribbean maintained momentum through Q1 2026, highlighted by net income surging to $941 milliond, or $3.48 in EPS. This profitability followed recent capacity additions, including the delivery of two new ships and the acquisition of Port of Costa Maya. Capital optimization continued as the company raised $2.5 billion in senior notes during February 2026. Concurrently, Christopher Wiernicki joined the board to help oversee a fleet pipeline with $16.2 billion in expected costs.

Bulls contend that 8.3% capacity growth and higher net yields will seamlessly fund these upcoming capital requirements. Bears caution that the recent environmental permit denial for the Perfect Day Mexico project introduces execution risks for high-margin destination expansions. Trading at 16.9x earnings as of April 30, 2026, the stock balances a robust $1.8 billione in operating cash flow against long-term debt that expanded to $19.67 billion.

What to watch: progress on the Perfect Day Mexico permit resolution; deployment schedules for upcoming ship deliveries.

03—Filings

Recent SEC Filings

  1. 8-KROYAL CARIBBEAN CRUISES LTD 8-K Report, Corporate Update (Sep 23, 2026)Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. (RCL) announced a significant strategic move on September 23, 2026, entering into definitive agreements to acquire a 50% equity interest in the business comprising Sandals and Beaches Resorts. This acquisition represents a substantial diversification into the all-inclusive resort sector, with a base purchase price of approximately $3.0 billion in cash. The company has secured the necessary debt financing for this investment, indicating a well-planned financial strategy for the transaction. This move is expected to expand RCL's brand portfolio and tap into a different segment of the leisure travel market. While the core business remains cruise operations, this investment suggests a strategy to capture a broader share of the vacation dollar and potentially create synergistic opportunities. Investors should monitor the closing conditions and integration plans as this substantial acquisition is anticipated to close in early 2027.
  2. 8-KROYAL CARIBBEAN CRUISES LTD 8-K Report, Material Agreement (Aug 20, 2026)Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. (RCL) has successfully completed a significant debt offering, raising $1.25 billion through the issuance of 5.550% Senior Notes due 2034. The net proceeds, approximately $1.24 billion after fees and expenses, are earmarked for repaying a portion of outstanding borrowings under its floating rate term loan facilities and for refinancing other existing indebtedness. This transaction reflects RCL's proactive approach to managing its capital structure and debt obligations. By issuing long-term fixed-rate debt, the company is likely aiming to reduce its exposure to interest rate fluctuations on its floating-rate loans and improve its overall cost of debt. Investors should note the maturity date of January 20, 2034, and the semi-annual interest payments, which provide a predictable income stream from this debt instrument.
  3. 8-KROYAL CARIBBEAN CRUISES LTD 8-K Report, Material Agreement (Aug 7, 2026)Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. (RCL) has announced the entry into a material definitive agreement for the issuance and sale of $1.25 billion in aggregate principal amount of 5.550% Senior Notes due 2034. This underwritten public offering, detailed in an agreement with underwriters including BNP Paribas Securities Corp., BofA Securities, Inc., and Citigroup Global Markets Inc., is expected to close on August 20, 2026, pending standard closing conditions. The primary purpose of this significant debt issuance is to strengthen the company's financial position. RCL intends to utilize the net proceeds to repay a portion of its outstanding borrowings under its floating rate term loan facilities. Any remaining funds will be directed towards repaying or refinancing other existing indebtedness, indicating a strategic move to manage and potentially reduce its overall debt obligations and optimize its capital structure.
  4. 8-KROYAL CARIBBEAN CRUISES LTD 8-K Report, Financial Results (Jul 28, 2026)Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. (RCL) has filed an 8-K report on July 28, 2026, primarily to furnish a press release detailing its financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2026. While the full financial details are contained within the press release (Exhibit 99.1), this filing itself does not represent a change in the company's filed financial statements but rather an announcement of its performance. Investors should review the furnished press release for specific operational and financial condition updates. This report serves as a notification to the market about the company's recent quarterly performance. Key metrics such as revenue, net income, earnings per share, and forward-looking guidance, if provided, would be found in the attached press release. Investors are advised to consult Exhibit 99.1 for comprehensive insights into RCL's business performance, liquidity, and any significant developments impacting its financial standing during the reported quarter.
  5. 8-KROYAL CARIBBEAN CRUISES LTD 8-K Report, Executive Changes (Jul 20, 2026)Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. (RCL) has announced a significant addition to its Board of Directors with the appointment of Tara Bunch, effective July 16, 2026. Ms. Bunch brings a wealth of operational and leadership experience from prominent technology companies, including her recent role as Senior Vice President and Global Head of Operations at Airbnb, where she managed critical functions like community support, trust and safety, and payments. Her prior executive positions at Apple and Hewlett Packard further underscore her extensive background in global operations and customer-facing services. This appointment is material for investors as it signals a strategic reinforcement of the company's governance and operational oversight. Ms. Bunch's expertise in large-scale operations, trust and safety, and customer experience from the tech sector could provide valuable insights as RCL navigates the complexities of the global cruise industry, particularly in enhancing operational efficiency and customer satisfaction. Her compensation will align with that of other non-management directors, as detailed in the company's proxy statement.
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