RCLNEUTRAL

Gross Margin

49.5%

Higher than 68% of Consumer Cyclical sector peers

Updated 30h ago

Sector Performance

68th percentile

RCL

49.5%

Sector Median

36.3%

Sector Avg

30.2%

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Deep Analysis

RCL's gross margin of 49.5% means that after subtracting the direct costs of operating its cruise ships, the company keeps 49.5 cents of every dollar of revenue as gross profit.

This figure sits well above the Consumer Cyclical sector median of 36.3%, placing RCL in the 68th percentile among its peers, indicating above-average pricing power or cost efficiency. Because year-over-year, quarter-over-quarter, and the trend over the last eight quarters are all marked as not available, there is no data to evaluate whether this margin is improving or deteriorating. The combination of a high margin level with an unknown trend means the metric signals current profitability strength but offers no insight into recent momentum, introducing uncertainty about future stability. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict: the strong margin suggests the company is currently performing above its sector, but the absence of trend data prevents drawing a bullish or bearish conclusion.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Gross Margin tell investors about RCL?

Gross margin reveals pricing power and cost structure. Software companies often sustain 70–80%; manufacturers typically 30–50%. Expansion is a bullish signal.

How is the Gross Margin calculated?

Gross Margin is calculated as: Gross Profit / Revenue.

How does RCL's Gross Margin compare to its sector?

RCL's Gross Margin of 49.5% compares to a Consumer Cyclical sector median of 36.3%, placing it in the 68th percentile.

Who are RCL's closest peers by Gross Margin?

The closest Consumer Cyclical peers by Gross Margin include: SE (44.3%), YUM (44.7%), SHAK (47.4%), RIDE (49.4%), CZR (50.3%).

The Formula

Gross Profit / Revenue

Why It Matters

Gross margin reveals pricing power and cost structure. Software companies often sustain 70–80%; manufacturers typically 30–50%. Expansion is a bullish signal.