Royal Caribbean nears deal for Sandals valuing resorts at more than $6bn — Live Feedhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/royal-caribbean-nears-deal-for-sandals-valuing-resorts-at-more-than-6bnContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. Royal Caribbean to acquire 50% stake in Sandals Resorts for $3 billionhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/royal-caribbean-nears-deal-for-sandals-valuing-resorts-at-more-than-6bnhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/royal-caribbean-nears-deal-for-sandals-valuing-resorts-at-more-than-6bn#u82861Thu, 24 Sep 2026 19:41:19 +0000Royal Caribbean is acquiring a 50% equity stake in Sandals and Beaches Resorts for $3 billion, as announced Wednesday. The deal values the resorts at more than $6 billion and is expected to close in early 2027. This move expands Royal Caribbean's portfolio of land-based destinations. Following reports of the deal, Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd stock fell 6.99% on September 22, marking its worst single day in six months.Why it mattersThe partnership integrates Sandals and Beaches' properties into Royal Caribbean's travel ecosystem. This strategy shifts the cruise line toward a broa