Royal Caribbean stock surges on 2026 profit view as Wave-season bookings hit record prices
Royal Caribbean shares surged 14% midday Thursday after the company forecast 2026 adjusted earnings per share of $17.70 to $18.10 and reported two-thirds of 2026 capacity booked at record prices. Norwegian Cruise Line and Carnival also rose, up 9% and 7% respectively. Royal Caribbean expects 2026 fuel costs of $1.173 billion, with 60% hedged. The company cited strong early Wave-season bookings.