Royal Caribbean Stock Loses Steam on Report of Sandals Deal — Live Feedhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/royal-caribbean-stock-loses-steam-on-report-of-sandals-dealContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. Royal Caribbean shares plunge 12% after $3 billion Sandals Resorts stake purchasehttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/royal-caribbean-stock-loses-steam-on-report-of-sandals-dealhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/royal-caribbean-stock-loses-steam-on-report-of-sandals-deal#u83370Fri, 25 Sep 2026 03:55:10 +0000Royal Caribbean Group is acquiring a 50% equity stake in Sandals and Beaches Resorts for $3 billion. The deal, announced Wednesday, aims to expand the cruise line's land-based destination portfolio. Market reaction was sharply negative, with RCL stock dropping 12% to mark its worst single day in six months. The transaction is expected to close in early 2027.Why it mattersThis move signals a shift toward deeper integration of land-based luxury resorts with cruise operations. By partnering with Sandals, Royal Caribbean secures a significant foothold in the Caribbean resort market.What is co