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ROYAL CARIBBEAN CRUISES LTD 8-K Report, Material Agreement (Aug 20, 2026)

Filed August 20, 2026For Securities:RCL

Summary

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.

Key Highlights

  • 1Completion of $1.25 billion offering of 5.550% Senior Notes due 2034.
  • 2Net proceeds of approximately $1.24 billion received by the Company.
  • 3Proceeds intended for repayment of floating rate term loan facilities.
  • 4Remaining proceeds to be used for refinancing other existing indebtedness.
  • 5Notes accrue interest at 5.550% per annum, payable semi-annually.
  • 6Maturity date for the Notes is January 20, 2034.
  • 7The offering was made pursuant to an underwriting agreement with BofA Securities, Inc., BNP Paribas Securities Corp., and Citigroup Global Markets Inc.

Frequently Asked Questions

The primary purpose of issuing these new Senior Notes is to repay a portion of Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd.'s outstanding borrowings under its floating rate term loan facilities and to refinance other existing indebtedness. This aims to optimize the company's debt structure and potentially reduce interest rate risk.

The notes have an aggregate principal amount of $1.25 billion, a fixed interest rate of 5.550% per annum, and will mature on January 20, 2034. Interest is payable semi-annually on January 20 and July 20, starting January 20, 2027.

The company raised $1.25 billion in aggregate principal amount of Senior Notes. After deducting fees, commissions, and expenses, the net proceeds received by the Company were approximately $1.24 billion.

By issuing fixed-rate debt (5.550% Senior Notes) to repay floating-rate debt, Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. is locking in its interest expense for this portion of its debt. This strategy reduces the company's exposure to potential increases in interest rates, providing more predictability in its financing costs.