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Royal Caribbean shares fall after second-quarter earnings update

The cruise company beat consensus estimates for adjusted profit and revenue, while reporting year-over-year growth in capacity and passenger volume.

The schedule adds new home ports and first-time destinations alongside seasonal sailings, short getaways and longer voyages.

The shipbuilding group reported improved annual results and said restructuring financing is covered through 2028.

Sailings from November 2027 through April 2028 will range from mini-cruises to voyages of up to nine nights.