Royal Caribbean Group Reports Strong Q2 2026 Results as Legend of the Seas Debuts and Short Cruise Demand Surges

Royal Caribbean Group reported strong Q2 2026 results, exceeding Wall Street expectations with $4.83 billion in revenue and adjusted EPS of $4.21, leading to an upward revision of their full-year guidance. The debut of "Legend of the Seas" significantly boosted capacity, and the company observed a growing demand for shorter cruises, particularly among new and younger travelers. Despite geopolitical impacts on some bookings, overall demand and pricing remain at record levels, with the company returning over $600 million to investors.