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ROYAL CARIBBEAN CRUISES LTD 8-K Report, Financial Results (Jan 27, 2011)

Filed January 27, 2011For Securities:RCL

Summary

Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. (RCL) filed an 8-K on January 27, 2011, to disclose its fourth quarter and full year financial results for the period ending December 31, 2010. The filing primarily references a press release (Exhibit 99.1) which contains the detailed financial performance data. Investors should review this press release for specific figures related to revenue, earnings, and operational metrics for the year and quarter in question. The 8-K itself does not contain the granular financial details but serves as notification of their public release. It's important to note that the information furnished in this press release is not deemed "filed" under Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act, meaning it doesn't carry the same legal implications as a formally filed document, but it is the primary source of information for investors seeking to understand RCL's recent financial standing.

Key Highlights

  • 1RCL issued an 8-K on January 27, 2011, to report financial results for Q4 and Full Year 2010.
  • 2The core of the disclosure is a press release (Exhibit 99.1) containing the financial results.
  • 3Investors should refer to the furnished press release for detailed financial performance information.
  • 4The filing covers results for the period ending December 31, 2010.
  • 5The information provided is for informational purposes and not formally 'filed' under Section 18 of the Exchange Act.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to formally announce and provide access to Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd.'s (RCL) financial results for the fourth quarter and the full year ended December 31, 2010. The detailed information is contained within an accompanying press release.

The actual financial results are provided in the press release furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K filing. Investors should look for this exhibit to get the specific figures for revenue, earnings, and other key performance indicators.

No, the press release furnished as Exhibit 99.1 is specifically stated as 'furnished' and 'shall not be deemed 'filed'' for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. While it provides important information to investors, it does not carry the same legal implications as a formally filed financial statement.