Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. (RCL) Quick Ratio (Acid-Test): 0.16
Is Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd.’s quick ratio (acid-test) high or low?
Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd.'s quick ratio (acid-test) of 0.16 is 57% below its 5-year average of 0.37, near the low end of its 5-year range (0.15–0.92).
As of Thursday, June 25, 2026. 3.23% above its 12-month average of 0.15.
RCL Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) Chart
Reported annual fiscal-period values; no daily interpolation.
RCL Average Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) Chart
RCL Current vs Average Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) Chart
RCL Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) Metrics
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST)
0.16
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG TTM
0.15
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 3Y
0.21
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 5Y
0.37
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 10Y
0.27
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 15Y
0.19
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 20Y
0.23
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
+3.23%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
-21.95%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-56.56%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-40.54%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-15.47%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-29.67%
RCL Competitors' Quick Ratio (Acid-Test)
| NAME | MARKET CAP | QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. (RCL) | $86.08B | 0.16 | 0.15 | 0.21 | 0.37 |
| Airbnb, Inc. (ABNB)vs › | $85.70B | 1.38 | 1.53 | 1.65 | 1.71 |
| MercadoLibre, Inc. (MELI)vs › | $84.14B | 1.15 | 1.17 | 1.21 | 1.28 |
| Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc. (HLT)vs › | $78.15B | 10.81 | 5.75 | 3.27 | 2.62 |
| Carvana Co. (CVNA)vs › | $74.50B | 2.73 | 2.58 | 1.91 | 1.69 |
| Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST)vs › | $73.33B | 1.04 | 1.06 | 1.18 | 1.21 |
| General Motors Company (GM)vs › | $71.19B | 1.01 | 0.99 | 0.96 | 0.94 |
| Marriott International, Inc. (MAR)vs › | $101.14B | 0.43 | 0.42 | 0.43 | 0.46 |
| NIKE, Inc. (NKE)vs › | $61.83B | 1.50 | 1.59 | 1.71 | 1.74 |
| Sea Limited (SE)vs › | $56.81B | 1.57 | 1.52 | 1.57 | 1.72 |
Liquidity Comparison
Quick Ratio
0.16
Excludes inventory
Current Ratio
0.18
Includes inventory
Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) Formula & Definition
Quick Ratio = (Current Assets − Inventory) / Current Liabilities
The quick ratio is a stricter liquidity measure that excludes inventory, showing the ability to meet short-term obligations with the most liquid assets.
Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute
Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) FAQ
- What is the quick ratio (acid-test) for Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. (RCL)?
- The quick ratio (acid-test) for RCL stock is 0.16.
- Is Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd.'s quick ratio (acid-test) high or low?
- Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd.'s quick ratio (acid-test) of 0.16 is 57% below its 5-year average of 0.37, near the low end of its 5-year range (0.15–0.92).
- What is the TTM average quick ratio (acid-test) for Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. (RCL)?
- The TTM average quick ratio (acid-test) for RCL stock is 0.15.
- What is the 3Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. (RCL)?
- The 3Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for RCL stock is 0.21.
- What is the 5Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. (RCL)?
- The 5Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for RCL stock is 0.37.
- What is the 10Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. (RCL)?
- The 10Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for RCL stock is 0.27.
- What is the 15Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. (RCL)?
- The 15Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for RCL stock is 0.19.
- What is the 20Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. (RCL)?
- The 20Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for RCL stock is 0.23.
Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) History
| DATE | QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | 0.16 |
| 2024-12-31 | 0.15 |
| 2023-12-31 | 0.16 |
| 2022-12-31 | 0.35 |
| 2021-12-31 | 0.47 |
| 2020-12-31 | 0.92 |
| 2019-12-31 | 0.13 |
| 2018-12-31 | 0.15 |
| 2017-12-31 | 0.16 |
| 2016-12-31 | 0.14 |
| 2015-12-31 | 0.17 |
| 2014-12-31 | 0.18 |
| 2013-12-31 | 0.19 |
| 2012-12-31 | 0.18 |
| 2011-12-31 | 0.27 |
| 2010-12-31 | 0.26 |
| 2009-12-31 | 0.33 |
| 2008-12-31 | 0.33 |
| 2007-12-31 | 0.38 |
| 2006-12-31 | 0.23 |
| 2005-12-31 | 0.16 |
| 2004-12-31 | 0.35 |
| 2003-12-31 | 0.35 |
| 2002-12-31 | 0.35 |
| 2001-12-31 | 0.77 |
| 2000-12-31 | 0.31 |
| 1999-12-31 | 0.19 |
| 1998-12-31 | 0.29 |
| 1997-12-31 | 0.20 |
| 1996-12-31 | 0.22 |
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About Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd.
Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. is a prominent global operator within the cruise sector. The company manages several well-known cruise lines, such as Royal Caribbean International, Celebrity Cruises, Azamara, and Silversea Cruises. Through these brands, it offers a wide array of voyages that call upon approximately 1,000 different destinations across the globe. As of February 25, 2022, its expansive fleet comprised 61 vessels. Established in 1968, the company's corporate headquarters are situated in Miami, Florida.
- Sector
- Consumer Cyclical
- Industry
- Travel Services
- CEO
- Jason T. Liberty