Vanguard Capital Management LLC Acquires 6.86% Stake in Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd

On April 30, 2026, Vanguard Capital Management LLC filed a Schedule 13G with the SEC, reporting a new significant ownership stake in Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd (RCL). As of the event date of March 31, 2026, the investment adviser beneficially owns 18,582,413 shares of common stock, representing 6.86% of the company's total shares outstanding. The filing indicates that Vanguard holds sole dispositive power over all 18,582,413 shares, while maintaining sole voting power over 2,499,544 shares. The reporting entity clarified that these securities were acquired in the ordinary course of business and are not held for the purpose of influencing or changing the control of the issuer. This position includes holdings across various Vanguard affiliates, including Vanguard Asset Management Limited and Vanguard Global Advisers, LLC. Previously, the filer reported 0.0% ownership, marking this as a substantial new position for the firm in the cruise line operator.