Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. (RCL) Yield on Cost (YOC): 1.56%
The yield on cost (YOC) for Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. (RCL) is 1.56%.
RCL Yield on Cost (YOC) Metrics
YIELD ON COST (YOC)
1.56%
Yield on Cost for RCL
RCL now pays $5.00 per share a year. Measured against the price it actually traded at back then, a long-term holder is earning:
| If you bought | Price then | Yield on cost today |
|---|---|---|
| 10 years ago(2016-06-22) | $76.12 | 6.57% |
| 5 years ago(2021-06-18) | $85.64 | 5.84% |
| 3 years ago(2023-06-21) | $97.35 | 5.14% |
| 1 year ago(2025-06-25) | $284.34 | 1.76% |
| Buying today(at $320.95) | $320.95 | 1.56% |
If you buy today and the dividend keeps growing
Projection: starting from today's 1.56% yield, assuming the dividend keeps compounding at its historical 35.0% rate. Boards set dividends each year, so actual figures will differ.
Today
1.56%
In 3 years
2.10%
In 5 years
2.56%
In 10 years
4.20%
Yield on Cost Calculator
Try your own purchase price, dividend and growth rate for Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. (RCL).
Starting Yield
1.56%
Ending YOC
140.77%
Year 15 Dividend
$451.80
Cum. Dividends Recd.
$1722.62
| Year | Projected Div. / Share | YoY Dividend Hike | Yield on Cost (YOC) | Total Dividends Recd. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Initial | $5.00 | — | 1.56% | $0.00 |
| Year 1 | $6.75 | +35.02% | 2.10% | $6.75 |
| Year 2 | $9.12 | +35.02% | 2.84% | $15.87 |
| Year 3 | $12.31 | +35.02% | 3.83% | $28.17 |
| Year 4 | $16.62 | +35.02% | 5.18% | $44.79 |
| Year 5 | $22.44 | +35.02% | 6.99% | $67.23 |
| Year 6 | $30.29 | +35.02% | 9.44% | $97.52 |
| Year 7 | $40.90 | +35.02% | 12.74% | $138.42 |
| Year 8 | $55.23 | +35.02% | 17.21% | $193.65 |
| Year 9 | $74.57 | +35.02% | 23.23% | $268.22 |
| Year 10 | $100.68 | +35.02% | 31.37% | $368.90 |
| Year 11 | $135.94 | +35.02% | 42.36% | $504.84 |
| Year 12 | $183.55 | +35.02% | 57.19% | $688.39 |
| Year 13 | $247.83 | +35.02% | 77.22% | $936.22 |
| Year 14 | $334.61 | +35.02% | 104.26% | $1270.83 |
| Year 15 | $451.80 | +35.02% | 140.77% | $1722.62 |
Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. Yield on Cost (YOC) Formula & Definition
Yield on cost is the dividend yield measured against your original purchase price, not today's price. As a company raises its dividend, the yield on what you actually paid keeps rising even when the market yield holds steady.
Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute
Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. Yield on Cost (YOC) FAQ
- What is the yield on cost (YOC) for Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. (RCL)?
- The yield on cost (YOC) for RCL stock is 1.56%.
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