Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. reported the results of its annual shareholder meeting held on May 28, 2026. Shareholders elected thirteen director nominees to the Board, with each receiving a majority of votes cast. Support levels varied by nominee but all cleared the majority threshold.
Shareholders also gave advisory approval to the company’s executive compensation program, with 220,079,230 votes in favor versus 7,193,973 against, plus abstentions and broker non-votes. In addition, they ratified the selection of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as independent registered public accounting firm for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2026.
Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. furnished an update regarding its planned Perfect Day Mexico project after public comments by the head of Mexico’s environmental authority, SEMARNAT. Those comments indicated SEMARNAT will deny approval of the company’s initial application for environmental permits needed to develop the project.
The company states it respects SEMARNAT and other environmental authorities and remains committed to supplying information for a thorough, objective review. Over the coming weeks, Royal Caribbean plans to re-engage stakeholders in Mexico to seek a path forward that supports environmental infrastructure, local job creation, and community programs.
Capital World Investors filed Amendment No. 2 to a Schedule 13G reporting beneficial ownership of 20,614,423 shares of Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. The filing states this represents 7.6% of 270,528,303 shares believed to be outstanding, and shows sole voting power for 20,350,132 shares and sole dispositive power for 20,614,423 shares. The filing is signed May 13, 2026.
Capital International Investors reports beneficial ownership of 25,763,011 shares of Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. The filing states this equals 9.5% of 270,528,303 shares believed to be outstanding and shows 25,437,876 shares with sole voting power. The amendment is signed on 05/13/2026.
Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. amended a Schedule 13G to report institutional ownership. Capital Research Global Investors states beneficial ownership of 28,283,374 shares of Common Stock, representing 10.5% of 270,528,303 shares believed to be outstanding as of 03/31/2026. The filing lists sole voting power of 28,258,877 shares and sole dispositive power of 28,283,374. The filing is signed by a Capital Research officer on 05/11/2026.
AWILHELMSEN reported beneficial ownership of 16,435,910 shares of Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. common stock, representing 6.1% of the class. The filing is an Amendment No. 7 to a Schedule 13G/A and lists the CUSIP V7780T103 with a 03/31/2026 reference; the filing was signed on 05/12/2026.
The report shows sole voting and dispositive power over the entire holding. This filing is a passive ownership disclosure under Schedule 13G/A and records the holder, citizenship (Norway), and the holder's address in Oslo.
Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. reported strong first-quarter 2026 results with higher revenue, profit and margins. Total revenues rose to $4.45 billion from $3.99 billion, driven by 8.3% capacity growth and higher pricing across its brands.
Net income attributable to the company increased to $941 million from $730 million, and diluted earnings per share grew to $3.48 from $2.70. Adjusted diluted EPS reached $3.60, reflecting underlying operating strength.
Operating income improved to $1.16 billion, with Adjusted EBITDA of $1.70 billion and an Adjusted EBITDA margin of 38.2%, up from 35.1%. Net cash provided by operating activities was $1.83 billion, supporting significant debt refinancing, dividends and share repurchases.
The company ended the quarter with total assets of $41.99 billion, total debt (net of issuance costs) of $21.11 billion, and shareholders’ equity of $10.03 billion. Customer deposits increased to $6.55 billion, underscoring a solid booked position for upcoming sailings and a robust demand backdrop.
Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd passive ownership report: Vanguard Capital Management reports beneficial ownership of 18,582,413 shares of Common Stock, representing 6.86% of the class as of 03/31/2026. The filing shows sole dispositive power over 18,582,413 shares and sole voting power over 2,499,544 shares. The Schedule 13G is signed April 30, 2026, and discloses holdings held on behalf of Vanguard-managed funds and accounts.
Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. reported strong first quarter 2026 results that exceeded prior expectations. Earnings per share were $3.48, with Adjusted EPS of $3.60, driven by higher revenue, lower costs, and stronger joint venture performance. Revenue reached $4.45 billion, up 11% year over year, as load factor held above 100% and onboard spending remained robust. The company returned about $1.1 billion to shareholders through $836 million of share repurchases and $270 million in dividends and now guides full‑year 2026 Adjusted EPS to $17.10–$17.50, implying roughly 11% growth. Management noted higher fuel costs and some geopolitical pressure on Mediterranean and West Coast of Mexico itineraries but said bookings have rebounded and overall demand remains strong.