RCLConsumer Cyclical · Travel ServicesThe 28 Wall Street analysts covering Royal Caribbean Group hold a median 12-month price target of $353 — +9.0% from the last close. Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model, run across ~4,600 US stocks, ranks it 47 of 100 as at 1 Aug 2026 — in the lower half.
Consensus tells you what everyone already believes. The model scores Royal Caribbean Group on its factor families — the same systematic rank behind the Ticker Nerd portfolio.
Percentile across ~4,600 US stocks on Ticker Nerd’s systematic factor model. Higher is better. How the model is built and tested
Quality (90): The business earns solid, repeatable profits on what it owns.
Accruals (35): A large share of reported profit has not shown up as cash, or the balance sheet is expanding quickly — both tend to unwind.
Size (3): Larger than most of the companies we track — more scrutinised, less often mispriced.
The rank is the raw material. Whether the rules would actually own Royal Caribbean Group — and when they’d sell — is the membership.
The bullish and bearish analyst opinions on RCL, reported as data — targets and ratings, the market's view beside the model's.
Price targets and ratings are third-party analyst estimates, reported here as data. They are not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.
The green dot is the last close — the median target sits +9.0% from it.
Of the 20 most recent actions, 5 moved their price target up and 1 moved it down.
| Date | Firm | Action | Rating | Target |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30 July 2026 | Morgan Stanley | Maintains | Equal-Weight | $280 → $300 |
| 29 July 2026 | Citigroup | Maintains | Buy | $327 → $362 |
| 29 July 2026 | Stifel | Maintains | Buy | $410 → $415 |
| 29 July 2026 | Susquehanna | Maintains | Positive | $350 → $372 |
| 29 July 2026 | Wells Fargo | Maintains | Overweight | $361 → $388 |
| 21 July 2026 | Citigroup | Maintains | Buy | — |
| 21 July 2026 | Citigroup | Maintains | Buy | $362 → $327 |
| 8 July 2026 | BMO Capital | Initiates | Outperform | — |
| 8 July 2026 | BMO Capital | Initiates | Outperform | $370 |
| 22 June 2026 | Wells Fargo | Maintains | Overweight | — |
| 16 June 2026 | Citigroup | Maintains | Buy | — |
| 3 June 2026 | Freedom Broker | Initiates | Buy | — |
| 1 June 2026 | Loop Capital | Initiates | Hold | — |
| 26 May 2026 | Morgan Stanley | Maintains | Equal-Weight | — |
| 22 May 2026 | Truist Securities | Maintains | Hold | — |
| 15 May 2026 | TD Cowen | Maintains | Buy | — |
| 14 May 2026 | UBS | Maintains | Buy | — |
| 1 May 2026 | Barclays | Maintains | Overweight | — |
| 1 May 2026 | Citigroup | Maintains | Buy | — |
| 1 May 2026 | Wells Fargo | Maintains | Overweight | — |
Price targets and ratings are third-party analyst estimates, reported here as data. They are not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.
Not the forecast itself — the direction analysts are revising it. Revision direction is one of the model's factor families.
A margin means little on its own. Each bar marks where the figure sits across the whole US universe we score.
Cheaper than 39% of US stocks
Cheaper than 27% of US stocks
Cheaper than 12% of US stocks
Cheaper than 23% of US stocks
Higher than 45% of US stocks
Higher than 29% of US stocks
Higher than 60% of US stocks
Higher than 86% of US stocks
Higher than 85% of US stocks
Higher than 92% of US stocks
Higher than 87% of US stocks
Higher than 21% of US dividend payers
Bars mark the percentile across the ~4,600 US stocks Ticker Nerd covers, among those reporting the figure.
The nearest names by industry and size, scored by the same model — like for like.
Computed off the Friday close and sent before the US open.
Market Radar reports the week’s largest rank changes across roughly 4,600 US stocks, the factor behind each one, and where the market went. RCL appears on the weeks it earns a place.
Royal Caribbean raised its full-year earnings outlook on the back of strengthening close-in demand. The lift comes even as Europe caps yield upside, while 2027 bookings continue to hold record pricing.
Why it matters — For RCL watchers, the upgraded full-year earnings guidance combined with record 2027 pricing signals persistent demand strength despite Europe's drag on yields.
Zacks Investment Research highlighted Royal Caribbean (RCL) as a top momentum stock for the long-term using its Style Scores system. The piece explains why investors should consider the company based on this rating approach.
Why it matters — RCL watchers would care because a positive mention from a major research platform like Zacks can influence market perception and investor interest in the stock.
A Zacks Investment Research article compares Carnival (CCL) and Royal Caribbean (RCL), noting both cruise operators are benefiting from resilient cruise demand, premium offerings, and strong bookings as investors evaluate their growth outlooks.
Why it matters — RCL watchers would care because the article positions Royal Caribbean alongside its main competitor in a favorable industry environment of strong demand and bookings.
Royal Caribbean faces near-term fuel risks with limited hedging for the second half of 2026 and 2027, but has raised its FY2026 guidance due to successful loyalty, credit card, and digital platforms attracting higher-margin guests, alongside strong booking trends through 2027.
Why it matters — RCL watchers would care because fuel hedging gaps could pressure margins amid geopolitical tensions, while the raised guidance and strong bookings signal continued demand for the company's cruise offerings.
Royal Caribbean issued a stronger 2026 earnings outlook and continues to see healthy demand, while also facing concerns around its premium valuation, debt levels, and heavy spending.
Why it matters — Royal Caribbean watchers are weighing the company's positive demand and growth outlook against its financial risks, which could influence the stock's near-term performance.
The 28 Wall Street analysts covering Royal Caribbean Group have a median 12-month price target of $353, with estimates ranging from $262 to $425. These are third-party analyst estimates, not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.
Of the 28 analysts covering Royal Caribbean Group, 19 rate it a Buy, 8 a Hold and 1 a Sell. Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model ranks Royal Caribbean Group 47 out of 100 across roughly 4,600 US stocks as at 1 Aug 2026. None of this is personal advice — it does not consider your circumstances.
As at 1 Aug 2026, Royal Caribbean Group ranks 47 out of 100 on Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model — a percentile across roughly 4,600 US stocks, built from its factor families. Its strongest factor family is Quality (90 of 100).
No one can know that. What the data says: the median 12-month target from 28 analysts implies +9.0% from the last close, and Ticker Nerd's factor model ranks Royal Caribbean Group 47 out of 100 as at 1 Aug 2026. Analyst targets are third-party estimates and frequently wrong; none of this is personal advice.
No analyst covering Royal Caribbean Group publishes a 2030 price target — Wall Street targets run 12 to 18 months out. Sites quoting a 2030 price for RCL are extrapolating price history, which says nothing about the business. The furthest attributed numbers are the current analyst targets: $262 to $425 over the next 12 months.
Royal Caribbean Group returned +4.8% over the 12 months to 3 Aug 2026, with dividends reinvested. Past performance does not indicate future returns.
Royal Caribbean Group is a global vacation company focused on cruise and destination-based travel experiences. The group operates a diversified fleet of ships serving more than 1,000 destinations across all seven continents through its primary brands Royal Caribbean International, Celebrity Cruises, and Silversea.
The most recent item we track (Zacks Investment Research, 3 Aug 2026): "RCL Q2 Earnings Call Balances Europe Drag and 2027 Strength". Royal Caribbean raised its full-year earnings outlook on the back of strengthening close-in demand. The lift comes even as Europe caps yield upside, while 2027 bookings continue to hold record pricing.
Royal Caribbean Group is a global vacation company focused on cruise and destination-based travel experiences. The group operates a diversified fleet of ships serving more than 1,000 destinations across all seven continents through its primary brands Royal Caribbean International, Celebrity Cruises, and Silversea. It also holds a joint venture interest in TUI Cruises, which includes the Mein Schiff and Hapag-Lloyd cruise brands. Royal Caribbean Group positions its offerings across the contemporary, premium, and luxury segments, providing a range of itineraries from short regional trips to extended international voyages. The company emphasizes shipboard amenities, onboard entertainment, dining, and curated shore excursions, as well as access to exclusive private destinations. Headquartered in Miami, Florida, Royal Caribbean Group plays a significant role in the travel and leisure industry, serving individual travelers, groups, and corporate clients seeking ocean-based vacation experiences.
CEO Mr. Jason T. Liberty · 107,950 employees · United States · https://www.rclinvestor.com