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Valued at a market cap of $68.3 billion, Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. (RCL) is a cruise company that owns and operates several cruise brands, including Royal Caribbean International, Celebrity Cruises, and Silversea Cruises. The Miami, Florida-based company’s fleet visits destinations across all seven continents and features innovative ships equipped with advanced amenities, entertainment, and dining options.
Shares of this cruise company have considerably outpaced the broader market over the past 52 weeks. RCL has soared 78.5% over this time frame, while the broader S&P 500 Index ($SPX) has gained 12.3%. Moreover, on a YTD basis, the stock is up 9%, compared to SPX’s marginal rise.