RCL

Royal Caribbean has demonstrated a strong earnings-beat streak, with an average surprise of 9.27% over the last two quarters. The cruise operator has a positive Earnings ESP of +0.20% combined with a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold), suggesting another potential earnings beat is likely when the company reports on October 27, 2026. Stocks with this combination historically beat consensus estimates nearly 70% of the time.

Royal Caribbean (RCL) shares gained 12.1% in the past month, outperforming the industry, driven by strong Caribbean demand, higher guest spending, and raised 2026 EPS guidance to $17.73-$17.87. However, analysts recommend a 'Hold' rating due to geopolitical headwinds, uneven yield trends, premium valuation relative to peers, and execution risks in destination development.