10 Best Economic Recovery Stocks to Buy

8. Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. (NYSE:RCL)

Estimated average analysts’ upside: 53.18%

Revenue CAGR last 5 years: 88.47%

Number of Hedge Fund Holders: 58

​​Royal Caribbean Group (NYSE:RCL) is one of the largest global cruise companies, operating more than 67 cruising ships across five brands, including Royal Caribbean International, Celebrity Cruises, and Silversea Cruises, serving tourists across the entire world. The company’s strength consists of offering diverse and innovative cruise experiences and onboard amenities, which attract new travelers each year and continuously popularize the cruising holidays format. As consumer spending on leisure tends to increase during economic recoveries, RCL is poised to benefit from heightened demand for vacations, which makes it one of the best economic recovery stocks to buy in anticipation of a potential market rebound.

Royal Caribbean Group (NYSE:RCL) delivered exceptional results in the latest Q4 as well as full year 2024, with a record 8.6 million vacations, 11.6% net yield growth, and over $5 billion in operating cash flow generated. The company achieved its trifecta of financial goals 18 months ahead of schedule while expanding capital allocation and maintaining investment-grade metrics. For 2025, management expects 23% earnings growth compared to last year, despite significant headwinds from foreign exchange and fuel rates.

Royal Caribbean Group (NYSE:RCL) announced a significant strategic expansion with Celebrity River Cruises, placing an initial order for 10 ships to launch in 2027. This expansion into river cruising represents an attractive high-margin, high ROIC business opportunity in a growing market that has experienced double-digit growth over the last decade. The company continues to strengthen its private destination portfolio, with the Beach Club in Nassau opening in late 2025 and Perfect Day Mexico in development, while maintaining strong booking momentum with the best five booking weeks in company history.