Dougherty & Associates LLC purchased a new position in Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. (NYSE:RCL – Free Report) in the fourth quarter, according to the company in its most recent 13F filing with the SEC. The institutional investor purchased 38,816 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $10,827,000. Royal Caribbean Cruises accounts for 9.7% of Dougherty & Associates LLC’s portfolio, making the stock its 2nd biggest holding.
A number of other institutional investors and hedge funds have also recently bought and sold shares of the stock. Capital International Investors boosted its holdings in Royal Caribbean Cruises by 0.9% in the 3rd quarter. Capital International Investors now owns 32,949,976 shares of the company’s stock worth $10,662,989,000 after acquiring an additional 308,330 shares during the period. Vanguard Group Inc. boosted its holdings in Royal Caribbean Cruises by 0.6% in the 4th quarter. Vanguard Group Inc. now owns 30,253,450 shares of the company’s stock worth $8,438,292,000 after acquiring an additional 187,283 shares during the period. State Street Corp boosted its holdings in Royal Caribbean Cruises by 0.8% in the 3rd quarter. State Street Corp now owns 10,576,751 shares of the company’s stock worth $3,433,052,000 after acquiring an additional 84,202 shares during the period. Northern Trust Corp boosted its holdings in Royal Caribbean Cruises by 2.7% in the 3rd quarter. Northern Trust Corp now owns 2,474,766 shares of the company’s stock worth $800,785,000 after acquiring an additional 65,714 shares during the period. Finally, Legal & General Group Plc boosted its stake in shares of Royal Caribbean Cruises by 4.6% during the 3rd quarter. Legal & General Group Plc now owns 1,416,098 shares of the company’s stock valued at $458,221,000 after buying an additional 62,803 shares during the last quarter. Hedge funds and other institutional investors own 87.53% of the company’s stock.
Insider Buying and Selling at Royal Caribbean Cruises
In related news, Director Arne Alexander Wilhelmsen sold 356,026 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction on Thursday, February 26th. The stock was sold at an average price of $318.39, for a total transaction of $113,355,118.14. Following the transaction, the director directly owned 16,681,386 shares in the company, valued at $5,311,186,488.54. This trade represents a 2.09% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The sale was disclosed in a document filed with the SEC, which is available through this hyperlink. Also, insider Laura H. Bethge sold 7,854 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction on Tuesday, February 17th. The stock was sold at an average price of $326.21, for a total value of $2,562,053.34. Following the transaction, the insider owned 32,786 shares in the company, valued at $10,695,121.06. This trade represents a 19.33% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The SEC filing for this sale provides additional information. Insiders have sold 1,640,836 shares of company stock worth $519,971,328 over the last 90 days. 6.44% of the stock is currently owned by company insiders.
Royal Caribbean Cruises Stock Performance
Royal Caribbean Cruises (NYSE:RCL – Get Free Report) last announced its quarterly earnings data on Thursday, April 30th. The company reported $3.60 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, topping the consensus estimate of $3.20 by $0.40. Royal Caribbean Cruises had a return on equity of 45.25% and a net margin of 24.36%.The firm had revenue of $4.45 billion for the quarter, compared to analysts’ expectations of $4.46 billion. During the same period last year, the business posted $2.71 earnings per share. The firm’s revenue for the quarter was up 11.3% on a year-over-year basis. Royal Caribbean Cruises has set its Q2 2026 guidance at 3.830-3.930 EPS and its FY 2026 guidance at 17.100-17.500 EPS. Equities research analysts forecast that Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. will post 17.28 EPS for the current year.
Royal Caribbean Cruises Dividend Announcement
The company also recently disclosed a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Thursday, July 2nd. Investors of record on Wednesday, June 3rd will be paid a dividend of $1.50 per share. The ex-dividend date is Wednesday, June 3rd. This represents a $6.00 annualized dividend and a yield of 2.3%. Royal Caribbean Cruises’s dividend payout ratio (DPR) is 36.61%.
Trending Headlines about Royal Caribbean Cruises
Here are the key news stories impacting Royal Caribbean Cruises this week:
- Positive Sentiment: Coverage highlighted Royal Caribbean’s push to use AI to enhance margins, personalize vacations, and drive more pre-cruise spending through its digital ecosystem, which could support profitability over time. Royal Caribbean Bets Big on AI to Enhance Margins & Guest Experience
- Positive Sentiment: TD Cowen lowered its price target on RCL to $337 from $350, but maintained a buy rating, signaling continued confidence in upside from current levels despite the trim. TD Cowen note on Royal Caribbean
- Neutral Sentiment: Analyst commentary asked whether Wall Street is broadly bullish or bearish on Royal Caribbean Cruises, reflecting ongoing debate around cruise-line valuations rather than a clear new catalyst. Is Wall Street bullish or bearish on Royal Caribbean Cruises stock?
- Neutral Sentiment: Royal Caribbean’s CEO being appointed to the Make-A-Wish America national board is positive for corporate image, but it is unlikely to move the stock on its own. Royal Caribbean CEO’s Make A Wish Role And The Investor Story
- Negative Sentiment: Royal Caribbean was included in a bearish consumer-discretionary note warning that the sector may be vulnerable after a strong run, which can weigh on sentiment toward RCL and similar travel names. Royal Caribbean Cruises and Other Consumer Discretionary Stocks to Sell
Analyst Ratings Changes
Several equities analysts have recently commented on RCL shares. Deutsche Bank Aktiengesellschaft set a $296.00 target price on Royal Caribbean Cruises in a research note on Friday, May 1st. UBS Group reduced their target price on Royal Caribbean Cruises from $321.00 to $309.00 and set a “buy” rating for the company in a research note on Thursday. Stifel Nicolaus set a $410.00 target price on Royal Caribbean Cruises in a research note on Friday, May 1st. Barclays reduced their target price on Royal Caribbean Cruises from $351.00 to $340.00 and set an “overweight” rating for the company in a research note on Friday, May 1st. Finally, TD Cowen reduced their target price on Royal Caribbean Cruises from $350.00 to $337.00 and set a “buy” rating for the company in a research note on Friday. Fifteen equities research analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating and four have given a Hold rating to the company. Based on data from MarketBeat.com, the stock currently has a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” and an average target price of $347.21.
Check Out Our Latest Analysis on Royal Caribbean Cruises
Royal Caribbean Cruises Company Profile
Royal Caribbean Cruises (NYSE: RCL), operating as part of the Royal Caribbean Group, is a global cruise company that develops, markets and operates passenger cruise ships. The company operates multiple consumer-facing cruise brands that offer short- and long-duration itineraries and a range of onboard experiences. Its core activities include itineraries and voyage operations, guest services and hospitality, onboard food and beverage, entertainment and recreation programming, and the commercial activities needed to sell and support cruises through both direct and travel‑agent channels.
Royal Caribbean’s ships serve a broad set of geographies worldwide, regularly deploying vessels in the Caribbean, North America (including Alaska), Europe, Asia, Australia and South America.
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