Core Insights - The company reported record total revenue of $2.5 billion for the second quarter of 2025, a 6% increase compared to the same period in 2024, and reaffirmed its full-year guidance for 2025 [6][7][9] - Strong consumer demand has led to bookings exceeding historical levels, with a notable increase in onboard spending [3][9] - The company is expanding its private island destination, Great Stirrup Cay, with the addition of a new waterpark and other amenities expected to enhance guest experience [3][6][34] Financial Performance - GAAP net income for the second quarter was $30 million, with earnings per share (EPS) of $0.07, reflecting a decline of $133.4 million year-over-year [6][7] - Adjusted EBITDA reached $694 million, an 18% increase from $588 million in 2024, exceeding guidance of $670 million [8][14] - Adjusted EPS was $0.51, in line with guidance, despite a negative impact of $0.08 from foreign exchange losses [8][14] Operational Metrics - Gross margin per Capacity Day increased by 11% on an as-reported basis and 12% on a Constant Currency basis [7] - Net Yield increased approximately 2.7% on an as-reported basis, surpassing the guidance of around 2.5% [7][14] - Occupancy for the second quarter was 103.9%, consistent with guidance, and the advance ticket sales balance reached a record high of $4 billion [9][10] Liquidity and Debt Management - The company successfully upsized its senior secured Revolving Loan Facility from $1.7 billion to approximately $2.5 billion, enhancing its liquidity position [6][12] - Total debt stood at $13.8 billion, with Net Leverage decreasing to 5.3x, down from 5.7x in the previous quarter [10][12] - Liquidity at quarter-end was $2.4 billion, including $184 million in cash and cash equivalents [11][12] Future Outlook - The company reiterated its full-year 2025 guidance, expecting a 2.5% increase in Net Yield and a 0.6% growth in Adjusted Net Cruise Cost excluding Fuel per Capacity Day [14][16] - Full-year Adjusted EBITDA is projected to be approximately $2.72 billion, reflecting an 11% increase compared to 2024 [14][16] - The company remains committed to achieving its 2026 financial targets, including reducing Net Leverage to the mid-4x range [12][14]