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0 in Finance and 0 in Crypto last weekRoyal Caribbean Hikes Dividend 33% to $1.00 Per Share
Royal Caribbean Group is rewarding investors with a substantial 33% dividend increase to $1.00 per share, marking the latest milestone in the cruise operator’s remarkable post-pandemic recovery. The declaration, made on September 10, 2025, will see shareholders of record as of September 25 receive the enhanced payout on October 13, reflecting confidence in the company’s record bookings, earnings momentum, and strategic fleet expansions that have propelled the stock to a 42% year-to-date gain.
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