The latest at sea

Cruise news, minus the fluff.

Quick briefs on announcements, ships, destinations, drama, and unusually good fares.

Royal Caribbean shares gain as earnings growth forecasts hold steady

The cruise operator outpaced the tracked market composite over the past month, while analysts maintained their current-year earnings estimate.

The fourth Icon Class ship is now scheduled to begin Miami service on Aug. 1, 2027, 10 days earlier than previously announced.

Greek authorities said the 44-year-old Odyssey of the Seas passenger was found conscious by a commercial cargo ship.

The research firm widened its projected per-share loss while broader analyst data indicated a hold rating and a $20.25 consensus price target.