Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. (NYSE:RCL), the second-largest cruise operator globally, has been making waves in the industry with its robust financial performance and strategic initiatives. With a market capitalization of $72.

Ariel Investments, an investment management company, released its “Ariel Fund” fourth-quarter 2024 investor letter. A copy of the letter can be downloaded here. Global markets in 2024 exceeded forecasts,

Royal Caribbean said on Tuesday that 2025 was shaping up "to be another great year", with a near 23% jump expected in adjusted earnings, as it benefits from record prices and new river cruise itineraries.

Royal Caribbean Cruises reported a 12.9% sales increase in Q4, reaching $3.761 billion, slightly missing analyst expectations. Passenger ticket revenues rose 13.7%. Adjusted EPS of $1.63 exceeded estimates.

Royal Caribbean rose in premarket trading Tuesday after the cruise line operator reported a fourth-quarter earnings beat and issued strong guidance for 2025. Shares of Royal Caribbean climbed 5.3% to $249.

Royal Caribbean’s quarterly profit topped expectations again, and the outlook for the current quarter is above forecasts.

Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd.’s shares climbed after it reported a full-year profit forecast that blew past expectations as cruise demand continues to ramp up.