Royal Caribbean’s 2026 EPS Forecast Rises to $18.09 with 3.7% Surprise
Royal Caribbean holds a Zacks #3 Hold rank with an A-grade VGM Score and B-grade Value Score driven by a forward P/E of 17.15, while eight analysts lifted fiscal 2026 EPS estimates by $0.20 to $18.09 with 3.7% average surprises. Long-term institutional inflows have propelled RCL shares up 1,218% since 1998.
1. Zacks Ranking and Style Scores
Royal Caribbean is assigned a Zacks #3 (Hold) rank and boasts an A-grade VGM Score, reflecting combined value, growth and momentum strength. Its Value Style Score is B, supported by a forward price-to-earnings ratio of 17.15, suggesting the stock trades at a modest discount relative to earnings.
2. Analyst Estimate Revisions
In the past 60 days, eight analysts have increased their fiscal 2026 earnings per share projections for Royal Caribbean by a total of $0.20, lifting the Zacks Consensus Estimate to $18.09. The company’s average earnings surprise over the past four quarters stands at +3.7%, indicating modest upside to expectations.
3. Institutional Inflows and Long-Term Performance
Significant institutional investment has driven Royal Caribbean’s share price growth, contributing to a cumulative 1,218% increase since 1998. These inflows underscore sustained confidence from large-scale investors and highlight the company’s long-term appeal.