Royal Caribbean Cruises (RCL.US) Price Target and Rating 2026/2027

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Price history for Royal Caribbean Cruises (RCL.US) – stock price at 324.39 $, August 2026
Royal Caribbean Cruises stock price – price development 2026. Updated Aug 6, 2026.
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Royal Caribbean Cruises Price Target 2026: Analysts See 8% Upside

The average price target for Royal Caribbean Cruises is $349.44. This price target represents the analysts' view of the stock price over the next 12 months. The stock may be undervalued, because the price target is higher than the current price. The stock is 7,72% below the target, which can point to potential returns within the next 12 months if the analysts' view proves right. Also consider the stock's valuation ratios such as P/E, P/S and P/B, plus the technical analysis further down the page, for the full picture.

Is Royal Caribbean Cruises overvalued or undervalued?

Royal Caribbean Cruises is currently fairly valued with a gap of 7.7% relative to the price target.


The current price is $324.39, which places Royal Caribbean Cruises in the fairly valued category. The stock is considered undervalued when the price is below $314.50, and overvalued when the price exceeds $384.38.


The fair value range is defined as ±10% of the price target, because price targets are estimates rather than exact values. For Royal Caribbean Cruises, the fair value range lies between $314.50 and $384.38.


See the full price target analysis for Royal Caribbean Cruises →

Analyst Ratings for Royal Caribbean Cruises stock in 2026: Buy

27 analysts cover Royal Caribbean Cruises. The majority is positive, with 77.8% recommending Buy, while 22.2% recommend Hold. The average price target is $349.44, which gives an upside of 7.7% from the current price.

Consensus: Buy (4.33/5)
Strong Buy
15 (55.6%)
Buy
6 (22.2%)
Hold
6 (22.2%)
Strong Sell Sell Hold Buy Strong Buy
4.33 out of 5 based on 27 analysts

About Royal Caribbean Cruises – Travel Services

Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. driver en global forretning, hvor de tjener penge på at sælge krydstogter. De har et ret bredt udbud fordelt på flere mærker. Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. er især kendt for deres Royal Caribbean International, Celebrity Cruises og Silversea Cruises. De tilbyder altså mange forskellige ruter og oplevelser. De har en stor flåde; per starten af 2024 drev de hele 65 skibe. Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. startede tilbage i 1968 og har hovedkvarter i Miami, Florida. De dækker det meste af verden med deres operationer. Read more about the company

Key Figures for Royal Caribbean Cruises

$ 87,6B Market cap
$ 18,7B Revenue
Travel Services Industry
20.12 P/E
4.69 P/S
8.51 P/B
USA Listed on exchange

What kind of stock is Royal Caribbean Cruises?

Momentum stock

Royal Caribbean Cruises is classified as a momentum stock with a momentum score in the top 24% of all stocks. The price has risen 0.0% over the long term.

Score Overview for Royal Caribbean Cruises

💰 Value Score 47/100 (Neutral)
⭐ Quality Score 64/100 (High)
🚀 Momentum Score 76/100 (High)
📊 Total Score 62/100

⚠️ 2 red flags identified 1 critical

Our analysis has identified 2 potential risk factors in Royal Caribbean Cruises that investors should be aware of.

🚨 High debt: The debt-to-equity ratio is 388% – the company carries considerably more debt than equity, which raises the financial risk.
⚠️ Weak balance sheet (elevated risk): Altman Z2 is 0.31 – the balance sheet is measurably weaker than average. This is a risk signal based on the numbers, not a bankruptcy prediction.

📈 Valuation

Royal Caribbean Cruises trades at a P/E ratio of 20.1, which is close to the market average. The forward P/E is 18.3 (9% lower), which suggests the market expects rising earnings. The P/S ratio is 4.7. The P/B ratio is 8.5. The PEG ratio is 1.53.

💵 Profitability & Growth

Royal Caribbean Cruises has a profit margin of 23.5% (excellent) and an operating margin of 27.1%. Return on equity (ROE) is 44.7% — excellent return on equity. Return on assets (ROA) is 7.7%. The latest quarterly earnings grew -4.6% year over year — falling earnings.

🏦 Financial Health

The Piotroski score is 5 out of 9 — average financial health. Altman Z2 is 0.31 (weak balance sheet — elevated risk). The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E) is 387.9% — high debt, which raises the risk.

🚀 Momentum & Short Interest

Short interest is 7.15% — elevated, some investors are betting on a decline.

Royal Caribbean Cruises Dividend 2026: 1.5% Dividend Yield

Dividend Key Figures for Royal Caribbean Cruises in 2026

Dividend yield
1.53%
Dividend per share
1.50 USD
Payout ratio
30.6%
Healthy
Dividend growth (1 years)
+189.5%
Avg. annual dividend (3 years)
1.85 USD

When does Royal Caribbean Cruises pay a dividend in 2026?

Latest ex-dividend date (traded without the dividend)
June 3, 2026
Next dividend payment
July 2, 2026
Latest payment date
July 2, 2026

How much does Royal Caribbean Cruises pay in dividends?

Royal Caribbean Cruises pays dividends to its shareholders. The most recently paid dividend was 1.50 USD per share, which corresponds to a dividend yield of 1.53%. Over the last 1 years, the annual dividend has grown by 189.5%, which shows positive dividend growth.

The payout ratio is 30.6%, which is considered healthy and sustainable. The company balances rewarding shareholders with reinvesting in growth.

Historical Dividend Payments for Royal Caribbean Cruises

We have registered dividend payments for Royal Caribbean Cruises since 2024-09-20. In that period the stock has paid a dividend 7 times, most recently on 2026-06-03. This stock qualifies as a sporadic dividend stock, because it has paid a dividend at least once a year for the last 3 years. That makes it interesting for investors looking for occasional dividend income.

Ex-datePayment dateAmountCurrencyPeriod
2026-06-032026-07-021.50USDUnknown period
2026-03-062026-04-031.50USDUnknown period
2025-12-262026-01-141.00USDUnknown period
2025-09-252025-10-131.00USDUnknown period
2025-03-072025-04-040.75USDUnknown period
2024-12-272025-01-130.55USDUnknown period
2024-09-202024-10-110.40USDUnknown period

Insider Trading in Royal Caribbean Cruises 2026: The Signal Is negative

In 2026, insiders at Royal Caribbean Cruises have made 20 transactions, all of which were sales. On a net basis, insiders took 550,439,783 $ out of the stock. Active insiders include Bayley Michael W, BETHGE LAURA H, Yeung Rebecca and others. In the short term (last 3 months), the insider signal is negative.

Short-Term Signal (3 months): Negative

Insiders have exclusively sold shares over the last 3 months.

Over the last 3 months: 0 purchases and 4 sales. A net 4,167,190 $ out of the stock.

Long-Term Signal (all transactions): Negative

Insiders have exclusively sold shares in the recent period. This can suggest management sees limited opportunity.

Across the last 20 transactions: 0 purchases and 20 sales. A net 550,439,783 $ out of the stock.

Latest sale: Bayley Michael W sold 12,811 shares at 316 $ each on 2026-07-29.

Who is selling: Bayley Michael W, BETHGE LAURA H, Yeung Rebecca, MOORE ANN S, Wilhelmsen Arne Alexander and others.

Latest Insider Trades in Royal Caribbean Cruises (2026)

The table shows the last 20 reported insider transactions in Royal Caribbean Cruises. Green rows are purchases, red rows are sales. The data is based on official filings.

Transaction date Name Type Number of shares Price per share ($) Total amount ($)
2026-07-29 Bayley Michael W Sell 12,811 316 4,048,148
2026-06-01 BETHGE LAURA H Sell 267 284 75,889
2026-05-28 Yeung Rebecca Sell 78 277 21,576
2026-05-28 MOORE ANN S Sell 78 277 21,576
2026-02-27 Wilhelmsen Arne Alexander Sell 152,515 314 47,950,716
2026-02-27 Arne Alexander Wilhelmsen Sell 245,476 312 76,475,593
2026-02-26 Wilhelmsen Arne Alexander Sell 7,271 320 2,329,265
2026-02-26 Arne Alexander Wilhelmsen Sell 356,026 318 113,355,118
2026-02-25 Wilhelmsen Arne Alexander Sell 42,240 320 13,518,490
2026-02-25 Arne Alexander Wilhelmsen Sell 170,105 316 53,739,572

Who is buying and selling Royal Caribbean Cruises shares in 2026?

The following insiders have sold shares: Bayley Michael W, BETHGE LAURA H, Yeung Rebecca, MOORE ANN S, Wilhelmsen Arne Alexander and others. In total, 550,439,783 $ was sold across 20 transactions. Insider trades are legal transactions in which executives and board members buy or sell shares of their own company. These transactions are reported to the SEC and are publicly available.

Royal Caribbean Cruises Short Selling 2026: 7.2% Sold Short

High short interest: 7.2% of the free float
Short % of free float
7.2%
Assessment
High short interest
Short squeeze risk
Moderate
Data source
SEC
Updated daily
The stock has a high share of short selling. Between 5-10% of the freely traded shares are sold short, which suggests some investors are betting on falling prices. Positive surprises can lead to a moderate short squeeze.

What does this mean for you as an investor?
A short interest of 7.2% means that 7.2% of the freely traded shares in Royal Caribbean Cruises have been borrowed and sold by investors betting on falling prices.

The next potential catalyst is the earnings report on 10/27/2026. With a short interest of 7.2%, the report can trigger considerable volatility.

Data is updated daily based on official filings with the SEC.
Short Interest Scale
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7.2%

When Does Royal Caribbean Cruises Report Earnings – Next Date: 10/27/2026

The next earnings report from Royal Caribbean Cruises is scheduled for October 27, 2026, before the market opens. This report covers the third quarter (Q3), which ended on September 30, 2026.



Technical Analysis of Royal Caribbean Cruises 2026 – Signal: Strong Buy

Overall Technical Signal: Strong Buy

Based on trend analysis (SMA50/SMA200) and MACD trend (positive/negative on a daily + weekly basis). Updated August 6, 2026.

Technical analysis of Royal Caribbean Cruises (RCL.US) – RSI 67, MACD positive (bullish), daily candlestick chart August 2026
Royal Caribbean Cruises technical analysis – candlestick chart with RSI and MACD. Updated Aug 6, 2026.

Trend Analysis of Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd

Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd is in a short-term uptrend. The price of $327.42 is 8.7% above the 20-day average ($301.18). Medium term, the picture is positive: the price is 10.0% above the 50-day average ($297.65). Long term, the stock is 15.1% above the 200-day average ($284.53), which confirms a long-term uptrend.

Golden Cross: The 50-day average (297.65) is above the 200-day average (284.53), which is a classic bullish signal for Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd.

Is Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd overbought or oversold?

Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd has an RSI of 66.7. The stock shows positive momentum in the upper part of the neutral zone. Combined with the positive trend, this supports the bullish picture.

MACD Analysis for Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd

Daily MACD: MACD is positive (8.750), which means the short-term trend is bullish (the 12-day EMA is above the 26-day EMA). MACD is above the signal line (5.339) by 3.411, which confirms rising momentum in the uptrend.

Weekly MACD: MACD5 is positive (5.988), which indicates a broader bullish long-term trend. MACD5 is above the signal line (1.395) by 4.593, which confirms rising long-term momentum.

Overall MACD assessment: Both the daily and weekly MACD are positive and above their signal lines. Trend and momentum confirm each other across time horizons – the strongest bullish signal.

Risk Profile for Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd

Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd has an annual standard deviation of 47.3%, which classifies the stock as high risk. Sizeable price swings are normal, and the stock requires a higher risk tolerance.

Overall Technical Conclusion for Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd

Trend: Positive. The price trades above SMA50 and SMA200.

MACD trend (zero line): Daily bullish (8.750). Weekly bullish (5.988).

MACD momentum (signal): Daily rising. Weekly rising.

RSI: 66.7 – neutral.

Technical signal: Strong Buy

The price is in an uptrend (above SMA50/SMA200) and MACD is positive on both a daily and weekly basis. Trend and MACD trend confirm each other – the strongest technical buy signal.

Frequently Asked Questions About Royal Caribbean Cruises stock in 2026

Should you buy Royal Caribbean Cruises stock now?
Yes, the technical signal for Royal Caribbean Cruises is currently BUY. Royal Caribbean Cruises trades at $324.39 as of 8/6/2026. The overall technical signal is: Strong Buy. The technical analysis shows the following: MACD is positive (bullish trend) at 8.750 with rising momentum (signal: 5.339); RSI is at 66.7 (neutral zone); the stock is in a short-term uptrend (price above the 20-day average); the analyst price target of $349.44 points to 7.7% upside. The stock is in a broader uptrend (above SMA50/SMA200). This is a technical observation based on current data, not investment advice.
What is the price target for Royal Caribbean Cruises stock?
The average analyst price target for Royal Caribbean Cruises is $349.44. The current price is $324.39, which gives an upside of 7.7%. Based on this, the stock is considered fairly valued. The fair value range (±10% of the price target) is between $314.50 and $384.38.
Is Royal Caribbean Cruises a dividend stock?
Yes, Royal Caribbean Cruises is a dividend stock with a dividend yield of 1.53%. The latest dividend was $1.50 per share. The latest ex-dividend date (traded without the dividend) was 6/3/2026. The payout ratio is 30.6%, which is considered sustainable. The next dividend payment is scheduled for 7/2/2026.
When does Royal Caribbean Cruises pay a dividend in 2026?
Royal Caribbean Cruises pays its next dividend on 7/2/2026. The latest dividend was $1.50 per share with an ex-dividend date of 6/3/2026. The dividend yield is 1.53%. The payout ratio of 30.6% points to a sustainable dividend with room to grow.
What is the risk of Royal Caribbean Cruises stock?
Royal Caribbean Cruises is rated as a stock with high risk. the annual standard deviation is 47.3%, which classifies the stock as high risk.
Is Royal Caribbean Cruises overvalued?
Royal Caribbean Cruises is considered fairly valued – the price is close to the analyst price target. Royal Caribbean Cruises has the following valuation ratios: a P/E ratio of 20.1 (moderately to highly valued), a P/S ratio of 4.7, a P/B ratio of 8.5. The stock trades close to the analyst price target and is considered fairly valued.
Is Royal Caribbean Cruises overbought?
No, Royal Caribbean Cruises is not overbought. RSI is at 66.7 (neutral zone). The technical indicators show: RSI is at 66.7 (upper neutral zone), which shows positive momentum but is not yet overbought. In addition, the price is 7.7% above the 20-day average (short-term uptrend). In addition, MACD is positive with rising momentum (bullish).
When is the next Royal Caribbean Cruises earnings report?
Royal Caribbean Cruises reports its next earnings on October 27, 2026. The stock currently trades at $324.39. With a P/E ratio of 20.1, the market will be watching closely whether earnings meet expectations. The RSI is at 66.7, so the report can reinforce the current technical trend.
Is Royal Caribbean Cruises shorted?
Yes, Royal Caribbean Cruises is shorted with 7.2% of the free float sold short. This is a high level of short selling, which suggests some investors are betting on falling prices. Positive surprises can lead to a moderate short squeeze. Data is updated daily based on official filings with the SEC.
Are insiders buying Royal Caribbean Cruises stock?
No, insiders are not buying Royal Caribbean Cruises shares – they are net sellers. Over the last 3 months, insiders have made 0 purchases and 4 sales. On a net basis, 4,167,190 $ worth of shares were sold. Across the last 20 reported transactions, the split is 0 purchases and 20 sales, with a net 550,439,783 $ sold. Active sellers include Bayley Michael W, BETHGE LAURA H, Yeung Rebecca and others. Insider selling can have several explanations (e.g. planned 10b5-1 sales, portfolio diversification or taxes), but sustained selling by several insiders is worth watching closely.
Is Royal Caribbean Cruises a good stock?
Based on our total score, Royal Caribbean Cruises is rated as a good stock with a total score of 62 out of 100. The stock scores above average on value, quality and momentum – it is among the top 38% in our database. The score is made up of Value: 47/100, Quality: 64/100, Momentum: 76/100. In addition: a dividend of 1.53%; technical signal: Strong Buy. Whether Royal Caribbean Cruises is a good investment depends on your time horizon, risk profile and portfolio. This is a data-driven observation, not investment advice.
What is the outlook for Royal Caribbean Cruises stock?
The outlook for Royal Caribbean Cruises based on current data: the average analyst price target is $349.44 (+7.7%); the stock is in an uptrend (above SMA50 and SMA200); the next earnings report is due on 10/27/2026, which can move the price; the P/E ratio is 20.1 (moderate). Keep in mind that stock prices are affected by many factors, including earnings reports, the economy and market sentiment. Past returns are no guarantee of future returns.
Why is Royal Caribbean Cruises stock rising?
Royal Caribbean Cruises is rising right now. The technical indicators show: the price is 7.7% above the 20-day average; MACD is positive with rising momentum (bullish signal); short interest is 7.2% (high – many are betting on a decline); insiders have mostly been selling the stock recently. For the latest context, see our technical analysis, insider section and news overview above.
How high can Royal Caribbean Cruises go?
The average analyst price target for Royal Caribbean Cruises is $349.44, which corresponds to a potential gain of 7.7% from the current price of $324.39. Keep in mind that price targets are estimates, not guarantees. Actual price moves depend on earnings, market conditions and unexpected events.
How low can Royal Caribbean Cruises fall?
We lack enough history to give a specific floor for Royal Caribbean Cruises. Remember: past price swings are no guarantee for the future — a stock can fall further than the last 52 weeks suggest, especially on profit warnings, sector crises or a market crash. Use stop-loss orders and spread your portfolio to limit losses in single stocks.
What does Royal Caribbean Cruises do?
Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. driver en global forretning, hvor de tjener penge på at sælge krydstogter. De har et ret bredt udbud fordelt på flere mærker. Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. er især kendt for deres Royal Caribbean International, Celebrity Cruises og Silversea Cruises... The company belongs to the Cyklisk forbrug sector, more specifically the Travel Services industry, is headquartered in USA, and is traded on the USA Stocks. See the key figures, earnings history and price development above to evaluate Royal Caribbean Cruises as an investment.
Did Royal Caribbean Cruises raise or lower its guidance?
Over the last 60 days we have not registered a guidance raise or cut from Royal Caribbean Cruises. The company can still adjust its guidance at quarterly reports or between reports — see the earnings history and the news overview above.
Is Royal Caribbean Cruises making money or losing money?
Yes, Royal Caribbean Cruises is making money, not losing it. The company has a profit margin (the share of revenue left over as profit) of 23.5% — which is excellent. The operating margin (profit before interest and taxes) is 27.1%. At a P/E ratio of 20.1, you currently pay 20.1 dollars for every dollar of the company's annual earnings. A consistently profitable company is usually more resilient than growth stocks that are not yet making money.
Can Royal Caribbean Cruises go bankrupt?
The bankruptcy risk of Royal Caribbean Cruises is rated as elevated. Altman Z2 (a model for assessing financial distress) is 0.31 — that places the company in the weak zone. This is a probability based on the numbers, not a verdict — bankruptcy is not imminent. But the balance sheet is measurably weaker than average, so watch the debt, liquidity and possible capital raises. The Piotroski score (financial health 0-9, higher is better) is 5 — which is average. Debt relative to equity is 388% (high). Remember: models like Altman Z2 are statistical — unexpected shocks (fraud, a sector collapse, lawsuits) can always happen. Spread your portfolio.
Does Royal Caribbean Cruises have a lot of debt?
Yes, Royal Caribbean Cruises has elevated debt relative to equity. The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E — interest-bearing debt to equity) is 388%. For the cyklisk forbrug sector, anything above 150% counts as elevated — that raises the financial risk, especially if interest rates rise or earnings fall. Note: D/E levels are highly sector-specific — a bank at 300% debt is normal, a tech stock at 300% is extremely leveraged. Always compare with similar companies in the same sector. Can Royal Caribbean Cruises service its debt? Can service its debt, but it weighs on the company — the interest coverage ratio (how many times earnings can cover interest payments) is 5.9x, and net debt equals 3.3 years of earnings (EBITDA).