The chart below shows how RCL performed 10 days before and after its earnings report, based on data from the past quarters. Typically, RCL sees a -5.55% change in stock price 10 days leading up to the earnings, and a +3.00% change 10 days following the report. On the earnings day itself, the stock moves by +3.98%. This data can give you a slight idea of what to expect for the next quarter's release.
Positive
Memorable Vacations Delivered: Record 8,600,000 memorable vacations delivered in 2024 with high customer satisfaction scores, showcasing strong demand and operational excellence.
Net Yield Growth: Achieved 11.6% net yield growth in 2024, significantly contributing to overall revenue performance and financial health.
Strong Operating Cash Flow: Generated over $5 billion in operating cash flow, reflecting robust cash generation capabilities and financial stability.
Earnings Per Share Growth: Adjusted earnings per share grew by 74% year over year, demonstrating effective cost management and operational efficiency.
Record Booking Momentum: Strong bookings for 2025, with the best five booking weeks in company history, indicating positive momentum and consumer confidence.
Negative
Increased Cruise Costs: Net cruise costs excluding fuel increased 13.5% in constant currency, driven entirely by a 300 basis points impact from higher stock-based compensation due to the rise in the stock price.
Earnings Guidance Pressure: Adjusted earnings per share guidance for 2025 includes a $0.65 headwind from foreign exchange and fuel rates, indicating potential pressure on profitability compared to previous expectations.
Yield Growth Outlook Constraints: The 2025 yield growth outlook is constrained by a tough comparison to the previous year's 11.6% growth, suggesting a slowdown in revenue growth momentum.
Capacity Growth Outlook: Capacity growth for 2025 is expected to be 5.4%, but the first quarter will see a negative impact of 300 basis points due to increased dry dock days, limiting operational efficiency.
Fleet Expansion Slowdown: The introduction of new ships in 2025 represents only 4% of total capacity growth, down from 8% in 2024, indicating a slowdown in fleet expansion and potential revenue generation.
Earnings call transcript: Royal Caribbean Q4 2024 beats EPS forecasts
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