How much does the U.S. Army love its drones? Let me count the ways -- all $5 billion of them.
RTX Corporation is a buy, in my opinion, for exposure to defense and commercial aerospace, backed by a record $236 billion backlog and recent contract wins. 2Q25 earnings beat expectations with 9% sales growth and strong aftermarket demand, though full-year EPS guidance was lowered due to tariffs and tax legislation. RTX secured nearly $1.7 billion in new defense contracts, reinforcing its diversified portfolio and long-term revenue visibility despite global peace prospects.
Zacks.com users have recently been watching RTX (RTX) quite a bit. Thus, it is worth knowing the facts that could determine the stock's prospects.
Raytheon lands a $578.6M Army contract for Stinger missiles, underscoring RTX's role in meeting strong global missile defense demand.
The Pentagon said on Monday that it has awarded a $5.04 billion U.S. Army contract to Raytheon for its Coyote missile system.
RTX secures a $60M deal to supply F135 propulsion systems for F-35 jets, supporting U.S. forces and global partners through 2027.
RTX and GD gain from rising defense budgets and commercial aerospace growth, supported by solid liquidity and cash flow.
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Recently, Zacks.com users have been paying close attention to RTX (RTX). This makes it worthwhile to examine what the stock has in store.
RTX's commercial aftermarket is soaring with double-digit sales growth, but heightened import tariffs threaten to weigh on profits.
RTX's commercial gains contrast with Lockheed's defense strength, but liquidity and valuation shape which stock looks stronger now.
The recommendations of Wall Street analysts are often relied on by investors when deciding whether to buy, sell, or hold a stock. Media reports about these brokerage-firm-employed (or sell-side) analysts changing their ratings often affect a stock's price.