The No. 1 Reason to Buy Royal Caribbean Stock in November

Royal Caribbean enters November with strong momentum following beat-and-raise earnings results and a 50% acquisition stake in Sandals and Beaches resorts. Trading at 17x current year earnings and 15x next year's profit target, the stock offers an attractive valuation for a market leader in the expanding cruise industry, supported by strong future bookings and a 1.79% dividend yield.

11/02/2026, 10:52 AM • The Motley Fool

Stock Market Today, Oct. 29: Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Beats Q3 Estimates, Raises Full-Year Guidance

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings (NCLH) surged 13.45% after beating Q3 earnings estimates and raising full-year EPS guidance to $1.70. The cruise operator reported $2.95 billion in revenue and is managing high fuel prices and slow bookings effectively. Peer cruise operators Royal Caribbean and Carnival also gained on stronger cruise demand. The broader market declined with S&P 500 down 0.31% and Nasdaq down 1.38%.

10/29/2026, 4:48 PM • The Motley Fool

Royal Caribbean: 3 Key Takeaways for Long-Term Investors

Royal Caribbean announced a $3 billion investment for a 50% stake in Sandals and Beaches Resorts, expanding beyond cruises into all-inclusive land resorts to capture a larger share of consumer vacation spending. The company reported strong booking volumes (mid-teens year-over-year growth) and high repeat customer retention (nearly 50% of guests), which strengthens customer lifetime value and reduces acquisition costs.

10/27/2026, 4:24 PM • The Motley Fool

Why Royal Caribbean Stock Climbed Today

Royal Caribbean's stock rallied 5.46% after reporting Q3 2026 results that exceeded expectations, with revenue up 9% to $5.6 billion and adjusted net income jumping 12% to $1.8 billion ($6.57 per share vs. expected $6.38). The company raised its full-year earnings guidance and announced a 50% acquisition of Sandals and Beaches Resorts to expand its market reach. CEO Jason Liberty highlighted strong 2027 booking demand pacing ahead of historical levels.

10/27/2026, 4:19 PM • The Motley Fool

Quantum Metric MCP Gives Enterprise AI Agents the Experience Context to Act on What Matters Most

Quantum Metric announced the general availability of its Model Context Protocol (MCP) that enables enterprise AI agents to access comprehensive digital experience data. The platform allows agents to diagnose problems, prioritize work, and measure business impact across customer interactions. The launch follows record Q3 growth with doubled year-over-year ARR growth and tripled new customer ARR.

10/22/2026, 9:00 AM • GlobeNewswire

National Advertising Division Finds Royal Caribbean’s Modified Gratuities Disclosures Supported; Recommends Further Disclosure Modifications

The National Advertising Division determined that Royal Caribbean's voluntarily modified advertising regarding optional gratuities is supported, though it recommended further changes to avoid consumer confusion. Royal Caribbean modified its online booking flow to clearly disclose that gratuities are optional and can be modified or removed before disembarkation. The company has implemented NAD's recommendations.

10/21/2026, 11:00 AM • GlobeNewswire

Boomers Are Getting Rich and Retiring Early. 1 No-Brainer Stock To Buy Now

Rising stock markets and home prices are giving baby boomers significant disposable income, leading many to retire early. This demographic shift creates investment opportunities for companies targeting affluent older travelers. Viking Holdings, a luxury cruise line focused on adults 55+, is positioned to capitalize on this trend with strong revenue growth and differentiated offerings compared to traditional cruise competitors.

08/11/2026, 10:32 PM • The Motley Fool

3 Stocks to Buy and Hold Even If There's a Stock Market Sell-Off in August

The article recommends three stocks as buy-and-hold investments that can weather market volatility: Costco, an all-weather retailer with consistent growth; Royal Caribbean, a cruise operator with strong demand and healthy margins; and Sirius XM, a satellite radio company with improving earnings and a solid dividend yield.

08/10/2026, 6:22 AM • The Motley Fool

Royal Caribbean Raises Full-Year Guidance. Here’s What Investors Need to Know.

Royal Caribbean raised its full-year adjusted EPS guidance to $17.73-$17.87 (up from $17.10-$17.50) despite lowering revenue guidance to 9% growth. The cruise operator delivered strong Q2 results with 110% occupancy and beat earnings expectations at $4.21 EPS, though geopolitical tensions and higher fuel costs pressured margins. The company remains on track for its Perfecta program targeting 20% earnings CAGR through 2027.

07/28/2026, 8:06 PM • The Motley Fool

Norwegian Cruise Line Is Down 19% This Year and Reports Earnings July 30. Is Now the Time to Buy?

Norwegian Cruise Line shares have declined 19% this year due to Mideast geopolitical tensions affecting fuel prices and passenger demand. While the company reports earnings on July 30, analyst Thomas Niel recommends Carnival as a stronger alternative in the cruise industry, citing Carnival's lower leverage, dividend yield of 1.7%, and better risk/reward proposition compared to Norwegian's steeper valuation discount.

07/27/2026, 2:15 PM • The Motley Fool

Carnival Reported Earnings on June 23, Royal Caribbean Is Next on July 28, Then Norwegian Cruise Line on July 30. Here's My Top Buy of the Bunch.

The cruise industry has completed its post-pandemic recovery with healthy occupancy rates and pricing. Among the three largest cruise operators, Royal Caribbean is recommended as the top buy due to its strongest financial results, industry-leading profitability, record bookings, and healthier balance sheet compared to Carnival and Norwegian Cruise Line, which both carry higher debt levels relative to their earnings.

07/19/2026, 7:05 AM • The Motley Fool

Dow Jones Rally Shows Markets Are Betting on a Fed Pause, Not a Pivot

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings reported mixed Q1 results with earnings beating expectations but slashed full-year guidance due to weakening bookings, operational challenges, and a difficult macro backdrop including Middle East conflict-driven fuel costs. The company expects net yields to decline 3-5% for the full year and reduced EBITDA guidance. CEO John Chidsey acknowledged the challenges are partly self-inflicted but expressed confidence in the turnaround plan. Shares dropped 8% post-earnings, significantly underperforming peers Carnival and Royal Caribbean.

07/02/2026, 1:37 PM • Investing

Carnival Stock Posts Record Quarter, But Guidance Spooks Investors

Carnival reported record second-quarter results with $6.66 billion in revenue and adjusted net income up 21% year-over-year, despite higher fuel costs. However, weak forward guidance citing Middle East tensions and demand concerns spooked investors, causing the stock to drop 5%. The company maintains strong fundamentals with record customer deposits of $9 billion and continued debt reduction, but faces headwinds from geopolitical risks and energy costs.

06/26/2026, 5:33 AM • Investing

Why Royal Caribbean Stock Dropped, Then Popped

Royal Caribbean stock tumbled nearly 10% in early trading after rival Carnival Corporation issued cautious Q3 guidance ($1.35 per share vs. analyst expectations of $1.42), despite beating Q2 earnings and revenue expectations. Investors initially feared Royal Caribbean might face similar headwinds, but the stock recovered by day's end as the guidance miss appeared modest (only one penny below full-year expectations).

06/23/2026, 1:22 PM • The Motley Fool

3 Burning Questions Carnival Stock Will Answer This Week

Carnival Corp. reports fiscal Q2 results on Tuesday with three key questions for investors: Can it extend its 11-quarter earnings beat streak despite rising fuel costs? Will it maintain positive net yield guidance unlike Norwegian Cruise Line's recent stumble? Can it sustain its recent market leadership momentum over Royal Caribbean?

06/22/2026, 11:05 AM • The Motley Fool