Royal Caribbean [RCL] vs Expedia [EXPE] Detailed Stock Comparison
Royal Caribbean
NYSE
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Expedia
NASDAQ
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TLDR: Quick Comparison Summary
Based on 20 vital metrics comparison: Royal Caribbean wins in 10 metrics, Expedia wins in 9 metrics, with 0 ties. Royal Caribbean appears stronger overall.
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Vital Metrics Comparison
| Metric | Royal Caribbean | Expedia | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 21.79 | 25.60 | Royal Caribbean |
| Price-to-Book Ratio | 9.14 | 31.57 | Royal Caribbean |
| Debt-to-Equity Ratio | 247.10 | 311.46 | Royal Caribbean |
| PEG Ratio | 18.75 | -2.41 | Expedia |
| EV/EBITDA | 15.60 | 14.78 | Expedia |
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 19.38% | 7.94% | Royal Caribbean |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 23.73% | 14.03% | Royal Caribbean |
| EBITDA Margin (TTM) | 23.73% | 14.03% | Royal Caribbean |
| Return on Equity | 48.52% | 52.71% | Expedia |
| Return on Assets (TTM) | 7.43% | 4.03% | Royal Caribbean |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $2.00B | $2.33B | Expedia |
| Dividend Yield | 0.63% | N/A | N/A |
| 1-Year Return | 75.02% | 45.46% | Royal Caribbean |
| Price-to-Sales Ratio (TTM) | 4.34 | 1.89 | Expedia |
| Enterprise Value | $92.68B | $28.04B | Royal Caribbean |
| EV/Revenue Ratio | 5.53 | 2.00 | Expedia |
| Gross Profit Margin (TTM) | 48.04% | 90.04% | Expedia |
| Revenue per Share (TTM) | $63 | $109 | Expedia |
| Earnings per Share (Diluted) | $12.30 | $8.28 | Royal Caribbean |
| Beta (Stock Volatility) | 2.15 | 1.56 | Expedia |
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Royal Caribbean vs Expedia Stock Performance Analysis
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Performance Comparison
Short-term Returns
| Stock | 1D | 1W | 1M | 3M | 6M | YTD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Caribbean | -1.89% | -3.93% | -11.54% | -6.11% | 66.47% | 37.13% |
| Expedia | 0.71% | -1.63% | 3.15% | 24.22% | 43.88% | 18.29% |
Long-term Returns
| Stock | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | 10Y | 15Y | 20Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Caribbean | 75.02% | 620.30% | 341.76% | 239.51% | 823.40% | 651.32% |
| Expedia | 45.46% | 133.42% | 127.65% | 74.91% | 287.47% | 445.35% |
News Based Sentiment: Royal Caribbean vs Expedia
Royal Caribbean
News based Sentiment: POSITIVE
October was a largely positive month for Royal Caribbean, marked by strong financial results, a successful debt offering, and continued positive analyst sentiment. While insider selling and a norovirus outbreak introduced some caution, the overall narrative points to a company performing well and strategically positioning itself for future growth.
Expedia
News based Sentiment: MIXED
October brought a lot of analyst attention to Expedia Group, with price target revisions going in different directions. While there's optimism reflected in the increased targets, insider selling and a 'hold' consensus rating create a mixed picture for investors. The upcoming earnings report will be a key catalyst.
Performance & Financial Health Analysis: Royal Caribbean vs Expedia
| Metric | RCL | EXPE |
|---|---|---|
| Market Information | ||
| Market Cap | $72.77B | $27.44B |
| Market Cap Category | Large cap | Large cap |
| 10 Day Avg. Volume | 2,030,490 | 1,715,388 |
| 90 Day Avg. Volume | 1,904,410 | 1,510,199 |
| Last Close | $314.05 | $219.23 |
| 52 Week Range | $164.01 - $366.50 | $130.01 - $229.00 |
| % from 52W High | -14.31% | -4.27% |
| All-Time High | $366.59 (Aug 29, 2025) | $229.00 (Sep 15, 2025) |
| % from All-Time High | -14.33% | -4.27% |
| Growth Metrics | ||
| Quarterly Revenue Growth | 0.07% | 0.06% |
| Quarterly Earnings Growth | 1.03% | -0.15% |
| Financial Health | ||
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 0.19% | 0.08% |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 0.24% | 0.14% |
| Return on Equity (TTM) | 0.49% | 0.53% |
| Debt to Equity (MRQ) | 247.10 | 311.46 |
| Cash & Liquidity | ||
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $29.31 | $6.72 |
| Cash per Share (MRQ) | $1.42 | $53.92 |
| Operating Cash Flow (TTM) | $5.56B | $2.78B |
| Levered Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $1.20B | $1.76B |
| Dividends | ||
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | 0.63% | N/A |
| Last 12-Month Dividend | $1.70 | N/A |
Valuation & Enterprise Metrics Analysis: Royal Caribbean vs Expedia
| Metric | RCL | EXPE |
|---|---|---|
| Price Ratios | ||
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 21.79 | 25.60 |
| Forward P/E | 18.75 | 14.76 |
| PEG Ratio | 18.75 | -2.41 |
| Price to Sales (TTM) | 4.34 | 1.89 |
| Price to Book (MRQ) | 9.14 | 31.57 |
| Market Capitalization | ||
| Market Capitalization | $72.77B | $27.44B |
| Enterprise Value | $92.68B | $28.04B |
| Enterprise Value Metrics | ||
| Enterprise to Revenue | 5.53 | 2.00 |
| Enterprise to EBITDA | 15.60 | 14.78 |
| Risk & Other Metrics | ||
| Beta | 2.15 | 1.56 |
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $29.31 | $6.72 |
Financial Statements Comparison: Royal Caribbean vs Expedia
Financial Metrics
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Revenue
EBITDA
Operating Margin
Free Cash Flow
Long Term Debt
Profit Margin
Current Ratio
Operating Cash Flow
Income Statement (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | RCL | EXPE |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue/Sales | $3.76B | $2.99B |
| Cost of Goods Sold | $2.05B | $357.00M |
| Gross Profit | $1.71B | $2.63B |
| Research & Development | N/A | $320.00M |
| Operating Income (EBIT) | $626.00M | $-44.00M |
| EBITDA | $1.24B | $227.00M |
| Pre-Tax Income | $560.00M | $-217.00M |
| Income Tax | N/A | $-20.00M |
| Net Income (Profit) | $559.00M | $-197.00M |
Balance Sheet & Liquidity Metrics (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | RCL | EXPE |
|---|---|---|
| Cash & Equivalents | $388.00M | $5.72B |
| Total Current Assets | $1.71B | $13.59B |
| Total Current Liabilities | $9.82B | $18.57B |
| Long-Term Debt | $19.14B | $4.72B |
| Total Shareholders Equity | $7.74B | $2.32B |
| Retained Earnings | $2.61B | $351.00M |
| Property, Plant & Equipment | $1.56B | $2.72B |
Cash Flow Statement Comparison (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | RCL | EXPE |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Cash Flow | $1.33B | $3.07B |
| Capital Expenditures | $-552.00M | N/A |
| Free Cash Flow | $915.00M | $2.76B |
| Debt Repayment | $-1.68B | $-1.04B |
| Common Stock Repurchase | N/A | $-384.00M |
Short Interest & Institutional Ownership Analysis
| Metric | RCL | EXPE |
|---|---|---|
| Shares Short | 11.13M | 6.07M |
| Short Ratio | 5.87 | 4.26 |
| Short % of Float | 0.05% | 0.06% |
| Average Daily Volume (10 Day) | 2,030,490 | 1,715,388 |
| Average Daily Volume (90 Day) | 1,904,410 | 1,510,199 |
| Shares Outstanding | 268.90M | 128.79M |
| Float Shares | 257.18M | 116.63M |
| % Held by Insiders | 0.00% | 0.01% |
| % Held by Institutions | 0.88% | 1.03% |
Dividend Analysis & Yield Comparison: Royal Caribbean vs Expedia
| Metric | RCL | EXPE |
|---|---|---|
| Last 12-Month Dividend | $1.70 | N/A |
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | 0.63% | N/A |
| 3-Year Avg Annual Dividend | $0.57 | N/A |
| 3-Year Avg Dividend Yield | 0.27% | N/A |
| 3-Year Total Dividends | $1.70 | N/A |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Mar 07, 2025 | N/A |