RTX.
American multinational aerospace and defense conglomerate
- Reports this week
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What's happening
Active this week
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PENTAGON, Boeing, and RTX have agreed to increase the production of vital missile components, following discussions about defense needs and arms stockpiles.Well supported8 reports
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Deutsche Bank cut its rating on RTX stock to hold on November 11, 2026.Some support1 report
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Lockheed Martin is responsible for manufacturing THAAD and Patriot systems, while RTX is a key contractor and supplier of Patriot.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Amundi and Norges Bank increased their stakes in RTX, while the Pentagon announced framework agreements with both RTX and Boeing.Well supported6 reports
Earlier this month
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RTX was awarded a contract related to base operations at Kirtland Air Force Base.Some support1 report
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Joint US defense contractors secured a Javelin missile contract while discussing the potential end of the U.S.-Iran war.Some support1 report
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RTX filed its most recent report with the SEC on July 14, 2026, concurrent with Morgan Stanley increasing its stake and Norges Bank purchasing a new position.Some support3 reports
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RTX and Pratt & Whitney are expanding regional partnerships in Europe while facing a work stoppage that impacts cash flow.Some support3 reports2 developments inside
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Multiple companies, including RTX and General Motors, reported their Q3 earnings on October 20, 2026, alongside news regarding Starboard Value's stake.Some support1 report
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RTX secured a major cruise missile production contract while competing with LMT for defense procurement.Some support2 reports
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Lockheed Martin, RTX, and Pratt & Whitney are competing in the defense market, with LMT facing F-35 program risks and RTX benefiting from P&W's commercial growth.Well supported4 reports
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Several defense stocks, including RTX, Hanwha Aerospace, and NFI, are highlighted as top picks in the Air Defense theme.Some support1 report
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On July 15, 2025, RTX stock outperformed the S&P 500 daily gain but lagged the gains of the broader aerospace sector.Some support7 reports
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Red Cat and RTX are being compared as potential industrial investment options.Some support1 report
One to three months ago
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Saurabh Mehta represents Belcan, a supplier to RTX. Pratt & Whitney also recognizes suppliers for RTX.Some support1 report
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Competitors Moog and RTX are being analyzed based on financial performance metrics.Some support1 report
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Financial firms TD Cowen, Citigroup, and Jefferies issued updated ratings and price targets for RTX stock.Some support2 reports
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Germany utilizes NATO strategic airlift, while Parliament approves funding for RTX defense purchases and German navy upgrades NH90 simulators.Some support1 report
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RTX and Pratt & Whitney are leveraging Xcimer Energy to form an alliance exploring advanced pulsed laser concepts and high-spec propulsion.Some support1 report
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Palantir Technologies and RTX are both companies operating within the defense technology sector.Some support1 report
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The Fed raised rates, causing market multiples to fall, while analysts assessed RTX's operational pain points.Some support1 report
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Jim Cramer warns that RTX stock must compress further due to the effects of FED rate hikes.Some support1 report
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Morgan Stanley restated its 'overweight' rating and price objective for RTX stock, concurrently reducing its holdings by 3.4%.Some support2 reports
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Morgan Stanley raised its stake in RTX, while Capital Research Global Investors also bought shares of the company, which filed reports with the SEC.Some support3 reports1 development inside
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Goldman Sachs provides cautious stock ratings for defense contractors, noting high exposure to developmental programs and risks from fixed-price contracts for LMT, RTX, and Boeing.Some support4 reports
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RTX and Pratt & Whitney are expanding their operations and investment in Poland.Some support5 reports
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RTX secured a contract for Standard Missile-6 production, alongside LMT and Northrop Grumman, in Tucson.Speculative1 report2 developments inside
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Wilcox started as a software developer at Pratt & Whitney on May 14, 2024, and spent most of the last 25 years at RTX.Some support1 report
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Boeing and RTX are facing pressure regarding their government contracts.Some support1 report
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Operational needs exposed production capacity shortfalls involving RTX, Lockheed Martin, and Aerojet Rocketdyne.Some support1 report1 development inside
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RTX secured a massive defense contract for missile production.Some support1 report
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Vertiv, Quanta Services, and RTX are benefiting from industrial spending cycles driven by the growing demand for AI infrastructure.Some support1 report
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RTX signed a $22.9 billion contract with the U.S. Navy.Some support1 report
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General Dynamics and RTX secured substantial defense orders from the Pentagon.Some support1 report1 development inside
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RTX is setting production ramp-up targets in response to the conflict with Iran.Some support1 report
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Institutional investors are actively buying and selling shares of RTX, while analysts are providing research reports and price targets.Some support2 reports
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RTX utilizes Wallops Island for radar integration, with operations based in Virginia.Some support3 reports
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Lazard Asset Management LLC reduced its holdings in RTX stock on August 1, 2026.Some support1 report
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Defense contractors Leidos, LMT, and RTX are benefiting from a steady flow of contracts from the Pentagon.Well supported5 reports2 developments inside
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VP Kevin DaSilva of RTX sold 2,250 shares of company stock on July 28, 2026, disclosing the transaction with the SEC.Some support2 reports
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The passage of the NDAA and the resumption of hostilities in Iran are impacting defense trade and multiyear contracts for defense contractors.Some support1 report
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RTX filed its quarterly reports with the Securities and Exchange Commission on July 25, 2026.Some support2 reports
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Pratt & Whitney will manufacture Lot 18 of F135 engines, and RTX secured a $2.8 billion contract from the U.S. Department of Defense.Well supported5 reports
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The U.S. Navy awarded a $1.1 billion contract to RTX, which operates the Raytheon business unit.Well supported4 reports
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The Ministry of Defence awarded a training contract to RTX for the British Army, announced via PR Newswire.Some support4 reports
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RTX owns Collins Aerospace, and the Wolverhampton engineering center is involved in a rivalry over electric thrust reverser technology with Safran.Some support1 report
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RTX and Pratt & Whitney benefit from commercial aerospace cycles driven by partners and NATO rearmament trends.Some support3 reports
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RTX's segment has been designated as the U.S. Navy's program of record.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Boeing, RTX, and Northrop Grumman are leading manufacturers of advanced missile systems, receiving constant orders from the Pentagon.Speculative1 report2 developments inside
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DBS Bank upgraded RTX's rating to moderate buy and filed disclosures with the SEC regarding stock purchases.Some support1 report
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DBS Bank and Morgan Stanley have issued rating upgrades and price targets concerning the stock performance of RTX.Some support1 report
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Amundi increased its holdings in RTX stock, and Norges Bank acquired a new position in RTX shares.Some support2 reports
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BNP Paribas has acquired a new financial stake in the stock of RTX Corporation.Some support1 report
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RTX's revenue is being driven by commercial aerospace OE and aftermarket growth, while margins are affected by jet engine reliability and tariff pressures.Some support1 report
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The Israel-Iran conflict is driving massive demand and production in the defense sector, involving companies like RTX and Rafael Advanced Defense Systems.Speculative1 report1 development inside
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Shield AI, RTX, and NCA are partnering to integrate advanced AI capabilities into defense products and operational weapons.Some support3 reports1 development inside
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Capital Research Global Investors purchased a new stake in RTX shares during Q3/Q4 and made disclosures to the SEC on June 12, 2026.Some support2 reports
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RTX filed required reports with the SEC on June 11, 2026.Some support1 report
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Aegis secured contracts from the Pentagon, involving RTX, Northrop Grumman, and Huntington Ingalls Industries.Speculative1 report
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RTX showcased resilience and counteracted mixed trading sentiment in the market on July 23, 2025.Some support1 report
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What's reaching RTX
Events traced to RTX, step by step, newest first- Martinrea's support could boost RTX's production capacityMartinrea's support could boost RTX's production capacityLikely
- Pentagon's drone push may boost RTX's defense contractsRTX may benefit from the massive expansion of U.S. defense manufacturingPossible
- RTX may face competitive pressure from LMT's $78 billion Pentagon contractRTX may face competitive pressure from LMT's $78 billion Pentagon contractPossible
- RTX may gain contracts for new Pentagon military baseRTX could benefit from massive procurement for new Pentagon basePossible
- Natilus's specialized Pacific aircraft contract may challenge RTX's defense market shareNatilus's specialized Pacific aircraft contract may challenge RTX's defense market share.Possible
- Australian air defense tender may boost RTX's defense contractsAustralian air defense tender may boost RTX's defense contractsPossible
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- Autonomous flight demo may boost Shield AI's partnership with RTXAutonomous flight demo may strengthen Shield AI's role in RTX defense productsLikely
- New AESA radar production may increase competitive pressure on RTXNew AESA radar production may increase competitive pressure on RTXPossible
- Increased demand for Iron Dome may boost RTX production ordersIncreased demand for Iron Dome systems could boost RTX's production ordersLikely
- Rising US-Iran conflict costs may boost RTX's defense contractsIncreased US-Iran conflict costs may boost RTX's defense contractsLikely
- RTX may benefit from increased defense spending amid regional conflictIncreased military conflict may drive stronger defense contracts for RTXLikely
- Increased military readiness may boost RTX's defense contractsIncreased military readiness may boost RTX's defense contractsPossible
- Raytheon's US production expansion could boost RTX's defense capacityRTX may benefit from Raytheon's expanded US production of Iron Dome interceptorsLikely
- Mercury's capacity expansion could intensify competition for RTXMercury's increased manufacturing capacity may intensify competition for defense contractsPossible
- Iowa's aerospace hub may boost RTX's regional opportunitiesRTX may benefit from the growth of Iowa's aerospace and defense hubPossible
- Military threats against Iran may increase demand for RTX defense systemsIncreased military activity could boost RTX's defense contractsPossible
- RTX may gain from accelerated drone procurement pushRTX could benefit from accelerated drone procurement and drone-first doctrineLikely
- RTX may gain new contracts at the AUSA expoRTX may secure new contracts and funding at the AUSA expoPossible
- Peraton's defense expansion could challenge RTX's contract footprintPeraton's defense expansion could challenge RTX's contract footprintPossible
- Drone dominance push may boost RTX's defense contractsRTX may benefit from the Army's push for drone dominancePossible
- Increased defense spending may boost RTX's contract pipelineIncreased defense spending may boost RTX's contract pipelineLikely
- RTX may expand MRO and engine services in VietnamRTX may expand MRO and engine services in VietnamReported
Explainers that pass through RTX
RTX is a step on the way to someone else- European Commission may face increased oversight of defense spendingEuropean Commission may face increased oversight of defense spending and supply chainsPossible
- Patriot demand may rise as allied nations boost defense spendingPatriot demand is likely to increase amid global defense spending surgeLikely
- Pratt & Whitney may gain from RTX's defense segment expansionPratt & Whitney may benefit from RTX's defense segment growthPossible
- Increased international demand may boost Missile Defense Agency contractsThe Missile Defense Agency may see increased contract awards and funding from global defense demandPossible
- Accelerated defense procurement may increase NATO's operational demandsNATO may see increased defense spending and operational requirements from allied nations.Likely
- Martinrea support could accelerate Tomahawk missile productionIncreased Tomahawk production may boost Missile Defense Agency readinessLikely
Around RTX this week
News at the entities that move RTX most-
Raytheon StructuralRaytheon competed to build a GEO OPIR payload while the Air Force collaborated with the Space Development Agency.Moves RTX
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PENTAGON StructuralJohn Ullyot resigned from his position as chief spokesperson for the Pentagon.Moves RTX
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SEC StructuralMSCI index rules may affect Bitcoin companies, while warnings caused stock market crashes in Turkey and Indonesia.Moves RTX
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Securities and Exchange Commission StructuralConnect Biopharma Holdings Limited filed disclosures with the SEC and its stock is traded on the Nasdaq exchange.Moves RTX
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Mehta StructuralFiji studies India's election culture, finding lessons that could be applied to its own political system.Moves RTX
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Patriot StructuralItaly faces supply limitations for Aster missiles while providing generators to restore Ukraine's energy infrastructure.Moves RTX
Connections
The 40 strongest of 199, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Pratt & Whitney Structural
Pratt & Whitney is formally integrated as a subsidiary and business unit under the ownership and operation of RTX.
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Raytheon Structural
Raytheon functions as a major business segment and subsidiary unit of its parent company, RTX, which absorbed its assets.
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PENTAGON Structural
RTX relies on the Pentagon for substantial, ongoing defense contracts, framework agreements, and strategic procurement.
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Collins Aerospace Structural
Collins Aerospace functions as a subsidiary and business unit under the ownership and control of RTX.
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Missile Defense Agency Structural
MDA relies on RTX for critical defense technology through sustained government contracts and supply chains.
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SEC Structural
RTX operates under formal reporting and disclosure requirements mandated by the SEC.
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Patriot Structural
RTX functions as the key contractor and supplier for the Patriot system, which contributes directly to RTX's revenue growth.
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Aerojet Rocketdyne Structural
RTX acquired Aerojet Rocketdyne in 2023, establishing a parent-subsidiary relationship.
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UTC Aerospace Systems Structural
UTC Aerospace Systems formed part of RTX, establishing a parent-subsidiary relationship.
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Blue Canyon Technologies Structural
Blue Canyon Technologies is a current subsidiary operating within RTX's Raytheon business unit.
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Securities and Exchange Commission Structural
RTX is subject to mandatory regulatory filings and disclosure requirements overseen by the Securities and Exchange Commission.
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Tomahawk Structural
RTX provides contracts and supply chain support necessary for the production and acceleration of Tomahawk cruise missiles.
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Morgan Stanley Operational
Morgan Stanley actively issues financial ratings, price targets, and increases its investment stake in RTX shares.
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Lockheed Martin Operational
The companies are major defense industry peers engaged in active competition, market rivalry, and strategic joint ventures.
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Northrop Grumman Corporation Operational
Northrop Grumman and RTX are direct competitors in the defense, missile, and advanced weapons systems markets.
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James Gray Structural
James Gray holds the executive role of CEO for the company's UK operational unit, Raytheon UK.
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Shield AI Operational
Shield AI and RTX maintain an active partnership where Shield AI supplies autonomy software for RTX's defense products.
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LMT Operational
LMT and RTX are major competitors in the defense and aerospace sectors, vying for government contracts and market share.
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Mississippi Structural
RTX operates a manufacturing facility in Mississippi, contributing to the state's economy.
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Poland Structural
RTX is establishing and expanding its manufacturing presence in Poland, leveraging government investment zones and strategic alliances.
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Christopher Kubasik Structural
Kubasik served as the CEO and Chairman of RTX during the observed period.
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Mehta Structural
Mehta holds the executive role of CEO at RTX.
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Naval Air Systems Command Transactional
Naval Air Systems Command awarded RTX contracts for defense systems.
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Iron Dome Structural
RTX is the manufacturer responsible for producing the Iron Dome Weapon System.
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Donald Trump Operational
Trump's political pressure and policy proposals directly influence RTX's operational strategy, production goals, and financial outlook.
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Wallops Island Structural
RTX utilizes Wallops Island as a functional test site for radar integration and defense projects.
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Ministry of Defence Transactional
Ministry of Defence awarded a contract to RTX business on 2026-07-10.
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parliament Transactional
Parliament approved funding for RTX defense purchases.
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Niepołomice Transactional
RTX is planning a major investment to establish manufacturing facilities in Niepołomice.
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NATO Operational
RTX benefits economically and operationally from the defense spending and policy environment established by NATO.
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Hung Cao Transactional
A contract award was announced by the Navy Secretary, implying a specific business transaction between the government entity and RTX.
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Susquehanna Transactional
Susquehanna issued a market analysis report that boosted the price target for RTX shares.
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Amundi Transactional
Amundi repeatedly increased and later lifted its investment stake in RTX stock.
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Indian Army Structural
The relationship involves the co-production of Javelin missiles, indicating a deep, functional partnership between the two entities.
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DBS Bank Mentioned together
DBS Bank provides financial ratings and price targets for RTX.
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Norges Bank Transactional
Norges Bank acquired a new stake in RTX shares through ongoing purchases.
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British Army Transactional
RTX is currently engaged in a contract to supply training systems and services to the British Army.
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Wilcox Structural
Wilcox has been employed by RTX for approximately 25 years.
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FED Structural
FED's interest rate decisions structurally affect RTX's stock valuation and market multiples.
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Jefferies Financial Group Mentioned together
Jefferies Financial Group provides financial analysis and target pricing for RTX stock.
History
Events by the month they beganNovember 2026
1 eventOctober 2026
7 events- RTX was awarded a contract related to base operations at Kirtland Air Force Base.
- Joint US defense contractors secured a Javelin missile contract while discussing the potential end of the U.S.-Iran war.
- Multiple companies, including RTX and General Motors, reported their Q3 earnings on October 20, 2026, alongside news regarding Starboard Value's stake.
- Several defense stocks, including RTX, Hanwha Aerospace, and NFI, are highlighted as top picks in the Air Defense theme.
- Red Cat and RTX are being compared as potential industrial investment options.
- Saurabh Mehta represents Belcan, a supplier to RTX. Pratt & Whitney also recognizes suppliers for RTX.
- Competitors Moog and RTX are being analyzed based on financial performance metrics.
September 2026
10 events- Lockheed Martin, RTX, and Pratt & Whitney are competing in the defense market, with LMT facing F-35 program risks and RTX benefiting from P&W's commercial growth.
- Financial firms TD Cowen, Citigroup, and Jefferies issued updated ratings and price targets for RTX stock.
- Germany utilizes NATO strategic airlift, while Parliament approves funding for RTX defense purchases and German navy upgrades NH90 simulators.
- RTX and Pratt & Whitney are leveraging Xcimer Energy to form an alliance exploring advanced pulsed laser concepts and high-spec propulsion.
- Palantir Technologies and RTX are both companies operating within the defense technology sector.
- The Fed raised rates, causing market multiples to fall, while analysts assessed RTX's operational pain points.
- Jim Cramer warns that RTX stock must compress further due to the effects of FED rate hikes.
- Morgan Stanley restated its 'overweight' rating and price objective for RTX stock, concurrently reducing its holdings by 3.4%.
- Goldman Sachs provides cautious stock ratings for defense contractors, noting high exposure to developmental programs and risks from fixed-price contracts for LMT, RTX, and Boeing.
- RTX and Pratt & Whitney are expanding their operations and investment in Poland.
Show 3 earlier months
August 2026
13 events- PENTAGON, Boeing, and RTX have agreed to increase the production of vital missile components, following discussions about defense needs and arms stockpiles.
- Amundi and Norges Bank increased their stakes in RTX, while the Pentagon announced framework agreements with both RTX and Boeing.
- RTX secured a major cruise missile production contract while competing with LMT for defense procurement.
- Wilcox started as a software developer at Pratt & Whitney on May 14, 2024, and spent most of the last 25 years at RTX.
- Boeing and RTX are facing pressure regarding their government contracts.
- Operational needs exposed production capacity shortfalls involving RTX, Lockheed Martin, and Aerojet Rocketdyne.
- RTX secured a massive defense contract for missile production.
- Vertiv, Quanta Services, and RTX are benefiting from industrial spending cycles driven by the growing demand for AI infrastructure.
- RTX signed a $22.9 billion contract with the U.S. Navy.
- RTX is setting production ramp-up targets in response to the conflict with Iran.
- Institutional investors are actively buying and selling shares of RTX, while analysts are providing research reports and price targets.
- RTX utilizes Wallops Island for radar integration, with operations based in Virginia.
- Lazard Asset Management LLC reduced its holdings in RTX stock on August 1, 2026.
July 2026
9 events- Lockheed Martin is responsible for manufacturing THAAD and Patriot systems, while RTX is a key contractor and supplier of Patriot.
- RTX filed its most recent report with the SEC on July 14, 2026, concurrent with Morgan Stanley increasing its stake and Norges Bank purchasing a new position.
- VP Kevin DaSilva of RTX sold 2,250 shares of company stock on July 28, 2026, disclosing the transaction with the SEC.
- The passage of the NDAA and the resumption of hostilities in Iran are impacting defense trade and multiyear contracts for defense contractors.
- RTX filed its quarterly reports with the Securities and Exchange Commission on July 25, 2026.
- The U.S. Navy awarded a $1.1 billion contract to RTX, which operates the Raytheon business unit.
- The Ministry of Defence awarded a training contract to RTX for the British Army, announced via PR Newswire.
- RTX owns Collins Aerospace, and the Wolverhampton engineering center is involved in a rivalry over electric thrust reverser technology with Safran.
- RTX and Pratt & Whitney benefit from commercial aerospace cycles driven by partners and NATO rearmament trends.
June 2026
20 events- RTX and Pratt & Whitney are expanding regional partnerships in Europe while facing a work stoppage that impacts cash flow.
- On July 15, 2025, RTX stock outperformed the S&P 500 daily gain but lagged the gains of the broader aerospace sector.
- Morgan Stanley raised its stake in RTX, while Capital Research Global Investors also bought shares of the company, which filed reports with the SEC.
- RTX secured a contract for Standard Missile-6 production, alongside LMT and Northrop Grumman, in Tucson.
- General Dynamics and RTX secured substantial defense orders from the Pentagon.
- Defense contractors Leidos, LMT, and RTX are benefiting from a steady flow of contracts from the Pentagon.
- Pratt & Whitney will manufacture Lot 18 of F135 engines, and RTX secured a $2.8 billion contract from the U.S. Department of Defense.
- RTX's segment has been designated as the U.S. Navy's program of record.
- Boeing, RTX, and Northrop Grumman are leading manufacturers of advanced missile systems, receiving constant orders from the Pentagon.
- DBS Bank upgraded RTX's rating to moderate buy and filed disclosures with the SEC regarding stock purchases.
- DBS Bank and Morgan Stanley have issued rating upgrades and price targets concerning the stock performance of RTX.
- Amundi increased its holdings in RTX stock, and Norges Bank acquired a new position in RTX shares.
- BNP Paribas has acquired a new financial stake in the stock of RTX Corporation.
- RTX's revenue is being driven by commercial aerospace OE and aftermarket growth, while margins are affected by jet engine reliability and tariff pressures.
- The Israel-Iran conflict is driving massive demand and production in the defense sector, involving companies like RTX and Rafael Advanced Defense Systems.
- Shield AI, RTX, and NCA are partnering to integrate advanced AI capabilities into defense products and operational weapons.
- Capital Research Global Investors purchased a new stake in RTX shares during Q3/Q4 and made disclosures to the SEC on June 12, 2026.
- RTX filed required reports with the SEC on June 11, 2026.
- Aegis secured contracts from the Pentagon, involving RTX, Northrop Grumman, and Huntington Ingalls Industries.
- RTX showcased resilience and counteracted mixed trading sentiment in the market on July 23, 2025.