RTX— RTX Corporation
NYSEIndustrials · Aerospace & Defense
RTX Corporation (RTX) stock trades at $186.39, up 2.51% on the day. With a market capitalization of $251.01 billion, RTX is a mega-cap industrials stock. It trades at a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 35.0, a forward P/E of 24.6 and earnings per share (EPS) of $5.33. Over the most recent period the company reported 9% year-over-year revenue growth and a net profit margin of 8.0%. Below you'll find RTX's full fundamentals, fair-value estimates, dividend history, earnings and our buy, hold or avoid verdict for 2026.
Price & Performance
Performance
Analysis & Verdict
RTX Corporation (RTX) Stock Analysis 2026
Rule-based · Updated daily · Not financial advice
RTX Corporation (RTX) operates in the Aerospace & Defense space within the Industrials sector. With a market cap of $251.0B, it qualifies as a large-cap company. Growth is moderate and the business remains profitable, offering a balanced risk/reward profile compared to high-multiple peers.
- Forward P/E (24.6×) is lower than trailing P/E (35.0×) — analysts expect earnings to improve
- Revenue growth of 9% YoY shows solid business momentum
- Earnings grew 33% YoY — bottom-line is expanding fast
- Low beta of 0.31 — less volatile than the market, suitable for conservative portfolios
- P/E of 35.0× is above average — valuation requires continued strong growth to justify
- High debt-to-equity of 57.23× increases financial risk, especially with elevated interest rates
Verdict
Buy / Hold
More positives than negatives. Fundamentals support holding while monitoring key risks.
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Fair Value Estimates
Current price: $186.39
Graham Number
√(22.5 × EPS × Book Value)
$76.83
Benjamin Graham's intrinsic value formula. Assumes a fair stock trades at no more than 22.5× the product of EPS and book value per share.
Bazin Ceiling Price
Avg. Annual DPS (5Y) ÷ 6%
$38.78
Décio Bazin's dividend-based ceiling. The max price you should pay so that dividends alone deliver at least 6% annual yield on your cost basis.
These are simplified estimates. Not financial advice.
Buy & Hold Checklist
Quality criteria for long-term holding
9/10
90% score
Pays dividends
15Y hist.15+ years of dividend history
Dividend consistency (5Y+)
15 yrsUninterrupted dividend payments for at least 5 years
ROE above 10%
11.6%Return on equity — measures how efficiently capital is used
Positive profit margin
8.0%Net profit margin must be positive — company earns more than it spends
Revenue growth (annual)
+8.7%Annual revenue must be growing compared to the prior year
Earnings growth (annual)
+32.5%Annual earnings must be growing compared to the prior year
Debt/Equity below 2×
57.23×Low financial leverage reduces risk of distress
Current ratio above 1
1.02×Short-term assets must cover short-term liabilities
Daily liquidity above $5M
$1.0B/dayHigh trading volume ensures easy entry and exit
Dividend yield above 0%
1.49%Stock must distribute income to shareholders
Financials
Revenue & Results
Key Statistics
Earnings
Next Earnings
Jul 21, 2026
27
days
EPS (TTM)
$5.33
P/E (TTM)
35.0
Fwd P/E
24.6
SEC Filings & Reported Financials
Earnings History
SEC EDGAR · official filings
SEC Filings
Official EDGAR documents
Insider Transactions
SEC Form 4 · officers, directors & 10% owners
Dividends & Income
Dividends
Current DY
1.49%
5Y Avg Annual
$2.2080
Last Payment
$0.7300
Ex-Date
05/22/2026
Annual dividends paid per share
| Ex-Date | Payment | Amount | Est. DY |
|---|---|---|---|
Latest05/22/2026 | 06/11/2026 | $0.7300 | 1.57% |
02/20/2026 | 03/12/2026 | $0.6800 | 1.46% |
11/21/2025 | 12/11/2025 | $0.6800 | 1.46% |
08/15/2025 | 09/04/2025 | $0.6800 | 1.46% |
05/23/2025 | 06/12/2025 | $0.6800 | 1.46% |
02/21/2025 | 03/13/2025 | $0.6300 | 1.35% |
11/15/2024 | 12/05/2024 | $0.6300 | 1.35% |
08/16/2024 | 09/05/2024 | $0.6300 | 1.35% |
Magic Number
Shares needed to self-fund your next purchase
$186.39
Price
$0.7300
Last div. (quarterly)
256
shares
Own 256 RTX shares ($47,715.84) and each quarterly dividend pays for 1 new share — the snowball runs on its own.
Investment target
$47,715.84
New shares / year
+4 shares
Tools & Simulators
If You Had Invested…
Hypothetical return based on historical prices
* Dividend reinvestment calculated at ex-date price. For informational purposes only.
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About RTX Corporation
RTX Corporation, an aerospace and defense company, provides systems and services for commercial, military, and government customers worldwide. It operates through three segments: Collins Aerospace (Collins), Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. The Collins segment offers aerospace and defense products, and aftermarket services for civil and military aircraft manufacturers and commercial airlines, as well as regional, business, and general aviation, defense, and commercial space operations. This segment designs, manufactures, and supplies electric power generation and management and distribution, environmental control, flight control, air data and aircraft sensing, engine control, and engine nacelle systems, as well as engine components; cabin interiors, including seating, oxygen, food and beverage preparation, storage and galley, lavatory, and wastewater management systems; connected aviation solutions and services; and systems solutions for connected battlespace, test and training range systems, crew escape systems, and simulation and training. It also provides spare parts, overhaul and repair, engineering and technical support, training and fleet management solutions, and asset and information management services. The Pratt & Whitney segment supplies aircraft engines for commercial, military, business jet, and general aviation customers; and produces, sells, and services military and commercial auxiliary power units, as well as offers fleet management and aftermarket maintenance, repair, and overhaul services. The Raytheon segment provides defensive and offensive threat detection, tracking, and mitigation capabilities for government and commercial customers. This segment offers sensors, mission orchestration and satellite control products, and software. The company was formerly known as Raytheon Technologies Corporation and changed its name to RTX Corporation in July 2023. RTX Corporation was incorporated in 1934 and is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.
Sector
Industrials
Industry
Aerospace & Defense
Location
Arlington, United States
Employees
180,000
RTX — Frequently Asked Questions
Is RTX Corporation (RTX) a good stock to buy in 2026?
RTX Corporation (RTX) shows risks such as high leverage (debt/equity of 57.2). Whether RTX is a good buy in 2026 depends on your time horizon and risk tolerance — review the full bull case, bear case and fair-value estimates above. This is informational analysis, not financial advice.
What is RTX's stock price today?
RTX Corporation (RTX) trades at $186.39, up 2.51% on the session. Prices on this page update throughout the trading day.
Does RTX pay a dividend?
Yes. RTX Corporation pays an annual dividend of $2.77 per share, a dividend yield of 1.49%. The most recent ex-dividend date was May 22, 2026. Its payout ratio is about 51% of earnings.
Is RTX overvalued?
With a P/E ratio of 35.0×, RTX is valued above the broad-market average for the industrials sector. Its PEG ratio is 2.49. See the Fair Value Estimates section above for Graham Number and dividend-based price targets.
What is RTX's market cap?
RTX Corporation (RTX) has a market capitalization of $251.01 billion, classifying it as a mega-cap stock in the Industrials sector.
Disclaimer: This page — including any buy/hold/avoid view, fair value or price estimate — is generated from market data for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute financial, investment or trading advice. Data may be delayed or inaccurate. Always do your own research and consult a licensed financial advisor before making any investment decision.