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RTX (RTX) is expected to deliver a year-over-year increase in earnings on higher revenues when it reports results for the quarter ended June 2026. This widely-known consensus outlook gives a good sense of the company's earnings picture, but how the actual results compare to these estimates is a powerful factor that could impact its near-term stock price. The earnings report, which is expected to be released on July 23, might help the stock move higher if these key numbers are better than expectations. On the other hand, if they miss, the stock may move lower. While management's discussion of business conditions on the earnings call will mostly determine the sustainability of the immediate price change and future earnings expectations, it's worth having a handicapping insight into the odds of a positive EPS surprise. This an aerospace and defense company is expected to post quarterly earnings of $1.66 per share in its upcoming report, which represents a year-over-year change of +6.4%. Revenues are expected to be $22.83 billion, up 5.8% from the year-ago quarter. The consensus EPS estimate for the quarter has been revised 0.08% lower over the last 30 days to the current level. This is essentially a reflection of how the covering analysts have collectively reassessed their initial estimates over this period. Investors should keep in mind that an aggregate change may not always reflect the direction of estimate revisions by each of the covering analysts. Price, Consensus and EPS Surprise Estimate revisions ahead of a company's earnings release offer clues to the business conditions for the period whose results are coming out. This insight is at the core of our proprietary surprise prediction model -- the Zacks Earnings ESP (Expected Surprise Prediction). The Zacks Earnings ESP compares the Most Accurate Estimate to the Zacks Consensus Estimate for the quarter; the Most Accurate Estimate is a more recent version of the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate. The idea here is that analysts revising their estimates right before an earnings release have the latest information, which could potentially be more accurate than what they and others contributing to the consensus had predicted earlier. Thus, a positive or negative Earnings ESP reading theoretically indicates the likely deviation of the actual earnings from the consensus estimate. However, the model's predictive power...

Northrop Grumman Corporation NOC is scheduled to release second-quarter 2026 results on July 21, before market open. The company delivered an earnings surprise of 0.99% in the last reported quarter. Let’s discuss the factors that are likely to be reflected in the upcoming quarterly results. Northrop Grumman’s second-quarter earnings are expected to have benefited from solid demand, supported by one of the strongest backlogs in the defense industry. It offers strong visibility into near-term revenue streams. Continued geopolitical tensions, increasing U.S. and allied defense spending, and demand for advanced aircraft, missile defense, space systems, and autonomous technologies should have continued to support new contract awards and program execution during the second quarter.Management stated that it expects "high single-digit sequential sales growth" in the second quarter. This suggests that revenues should increase meaningfully from the first-quarter level, with growth expected across all four operating segments rather than being driven by a single business. Segment operating margins are expected to improve, driven by stronger operational performance, favorable production timing and a better business mix.The company’s top line is likely to have benefited from the ramp-up of major programs, particularly in missile systems, airborne radar, and strategic modernization efforts. These programs are transitioning into higher production phases, which typically boosts revenues. While the Sentinel program remains a key long-term growth driver for Northrop Grumman, it also represents the company's biggest execution risk. Following cost overruns and schedule delays, the U.S. Air Force restructured the program, and discussions with the government on revised costs, timelines, and contract terms are ongoing. If the company records additional cost growth, revises program estimates, or recognizes new charges during the second quarter, it could negatively impact operating margins and earnings. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for earnings is pegged at $6.84 per share, indicating a year-over-year decrease of 3.8%.The Zacks Consensus Estimate for revenues is pinned at $10.78 billion, implying a year-over-year improvement of 4.1%. Our proven model predicts an earnings beat for Northrop Grumman this time around. The combination of a positive Earnings ESP and a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong...

Track your investments for FREE with Simply Wall St, the portfolio command center trusted by over 7 million individual investors worldwide. After a 169.9% return over the past five years, RTX now trades at levels where the Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) estimate and traditional market multiples both point to a stock that looks broadly in line with its intrinsic value rather than clearly cheap or clearly expensive. The 169.9% five year return sets a high bar for RTX, so fresh gains are more likely to depend on whether current expectations for cash flows and contract wins can be met or exceeded. Recent contract activity in missiles and defense systems may support cash flow visibility. However, reliance on continued defense spending and program budgets remains a key risk if expectations are not met. RTX scores 4 out of 6 on our valuation checks, which points to a mixed picture rather than a clear bargain or clear overvaluation. The issue now is whether RTX's current price already reflects the value implied by the DCF and broader checks, or if there is still room for a margin of safety. RTX delivered 33.3% returns over the last year. See how this stacks up to the rest of the Aerospace & Defense industry. The Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) model here values RTX by projecting future free cash flows and discounting them back to today. RTX generated about $7.6b in free cash flow over the latest twelve months, and the model assumes these cash flows continue growing rather than shrinking, supported by a substantial long term pipeline. On those assumptions, the DCF produces an estimated intrinsic value of about $200 per share. That sits only slightly above the current share price, implying roughly a 1.8% discount and indicating RTX is close to where its cash flows suggest it should trade. News such as RTX working with NATO to expand AMRAAM missile production helps explain why the market is already pricing in a solid long term cash flow profile. On balance, the Discounted Cash Flow view points to RTX stock appearing roughly fairly valued at current levels. RTX is fairly valued according to our Discounted Cash Flow (DCF), but this can change at a moment's notice. Track the value in your watchlist or portfolio and be alerted on when to act. Head to the Valuation section of our Company Report for more details on how we arrive at this Fair Value for RTX. The P/E ratio fits RTX well...

Have you been searching for a stock that might be well-positioned to maintain its earnings-beat streak in its upcoming report? It is worth considering RTX (RTX), which belongs to the Zacks Aerospace - Defense industry. This an aerospace and defense company has an established record of topping earnings estimates, especially when looking at the previous two reports. The company boasts an average surprise for the past two quarters of 11.63%. For the last reported quarter, RTX came out with earnings of $1.78 per share versus the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.52 per share, representing a surprise of 17.11%. For the previous quarter, the company was expected to post earnings of $1.46 per share and it actually produced earnings of $1.55 per share, delivering a surprise of 6.16%. For RTX, estimates have been trending higher, thanks in part to this earnings surprise history. And when you look at the stock's positive Zacks Earnings ESP (Expected Surprise Prediction), it's a great indicator of a future earnings beat, especially when combined with its solid Zacks Rank. Our research shows that stocks with the combination of a positive Earnings ESP and a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) or better produce a positive surprise nearly 70% of the time. In other words, if you have 10 stocks with this combination, the number of stocks that beat the consensus estimate could be as high as seven. The Zacks Earnings ESP compares the Most Accurate Estimate to the Zacks Consensus Estimate for the quarter; the Most Accurate Estimate is a version of the Zacks Consensus whose definition is related to change. The idea here is that analysts revising their estimates right before an earnings release have the latest information, which could potentially be more accurate than what they and others contributing to the consensus had predicted earlier. RTX currently has an Earnings ESP of +2.02%, which suggests that analysts have recently become bullish on the company's earnings prospects. This positive Earnings ESP when combined with the stock's Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) indicates that another beat is possibly around the corner. We expect the company's next earnings report to be released on July 23, 2026. With the Earnings ESP metric, it's important to note that a negative value reduces its predictive power; however, a negative Earnings ESP does not indicate an earnings miss. Many companies end up beating the cons...

RTX Corporation (RTX), headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, provides systems and services for commercial, military, and government customers in the aerospace and defense industries. Valued at $258.3 billion by market cap, the company offers avionics systems, aviation systems, communications and navigation equipment, interior and exterior aircraft lighting, aircraft seating, environmental control systems, flight control systems, and engine components. The aerospace and defense giant is expected to announce its fiscal second-quarter earnings for 2026 before the market opens on Thursday, Jul. 23. Ahead of the event, analysts expect RTX to report a profit of $1.66 per share on a diluted basis, up 6.4% from $1.56 per share in the year-ago quarter. The company has consistently surpassed Wall Street’s EPS estimates in its last four quarterly reports. SanDisk Slumps 10% But BofA Stays Bullish. Here Is How to Play SanDisk Stock Here. 1 High-Probability Iron Condor Trade on Broadcom Stock to Make Now with 29% Return Potential Nasdaq Futures Slip as Chip Stocks Extend Slide, U.S. Jobs Report in Focus Stop Missing Market Moves: Get the FREE Barchart Brief – your midday dose of stock movers, trending sectors, and actionable trade ideas, delivered right to your inbox. Sign Up Now! For the full year, analysts expect RTX to report EPS of $6.91, up 9.9% from $6.29 in fiscal 2025. Its EPS is expected to rise 9% year over year to $7.53 in fiscal 2027. RTX stock has outperformed the S&P 500 Index’s ($SPX) 20.2% gains over the past 52 weeks, with shares up 37.9% during this period. Similarly, it outperformed the State Street Industrial Select Sector SPDR ETF’s (XLI) 24.1% gains over the same time frame. RTX rallied on robust commercial and defense demand, led by Raytheon’s $1.1 billion Navy missile contract and 40%+ year over year growth in munitions deliveries. Raytheon is ramping capacity to 2,500 missiles/year, while commercial aftermarket strength and automation gains boosted efficiency. Despite supply chain and tariff headwinds, expanded DoD agreements and a large backlog underpin the outlook. In the meantime, management remains cautiously optimistic as global defense spending and aerospace recovery drive long-term visibility, supporting Wall Street’s bullish view. Analysts’ consensus opinion on RTX stock is reasonably bullish, with a “Moderate Buy” rating overall. Out of...

RTX trades at $198.71 and has moved in lockstep with the market. Its shares have returned 5.6% over the last six months while the S&P 500 has gained 8.4%. Is now the time to buy RTX, or should you be careful about including it in your portfolio? Dive into our full research report to see our analyst team’s opinion, it’s free. We’re cautious about RTX. Here are two reasons you should be careful with RTX, plus one stock we’d rather own. Forecasted revenues by Wall Street analysts signal a company’s potential. Predictions may not always be accurate, but accelerating growth typically boosts valuation multiples and stock prices while slowing growth does the opposite. Over the next 12 months, sell-side analysts expect RTX’s revenue to rise by 5.9%, a slight deceleration versus its 8% annualized growth for the past five years. This projection doesn’t excite us and indicates its products and services will face some demand challenges. Growth gives us insight into a company’s long-term potential, but how capital-efficient was that growth? A company’s ROIC explains this by showing how much operating profit it makes compared to the money it has raised (debt and equity). RTX historically did a mediocre job investing in profitable growth initiatives. Its five-year average ROIC was 4.7%, lower than the typical cost of capital (how much it costs to raise money) for industrials companies. RTX’s business quality ultimately falls short of our standards. That said, the stock currently trades at 27.8× forward P/E (or $198.71 per share). This valuation is reasonable, but the company’s shakier fundamentals present too much downside risk. We’re pretty confident there are superior stocks to buy right now. We’d recommend looking at a dominant aerospace business that has perfected its M&A strategy. ONE MORE THING: Top 5 Growth Stocks. The biggest stock winners almost always had one thing in common before they ran. Revenue growing like crazy. Meta. CrowdStrike. Broadcom. Our AI flagged all three. They returned 315%, 314%, and 455%, respectively. Find out which 5 stocks it’s flagging this month — FREE. Get Our Top 5 Growth Stocks for Free HERE. Stocks that have made our list include now familiar names such as Nvidia (+1,326% between June 2020 and June 2025) as well as under-the-radar businesses like the once-small-cap company Comfort Systems (+782% five-year return). Find your next big w...

ARLINGTON, Va., June 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- RTX (NYSE: RTX) will issue its second quarter 2026 earnings results on Thursday, July 23, prior to the stock market opening. A conference call will take place at 7:30 a.m. ET to discuss the results. The conference call will be webcast live on the company's website at www.rtx.com and will be available for replay following the call. A presentation corresponding with the conference call will be available for downloading prior to the call. About RTX With more than 180,000 global employees, we push the limits of technology and science to redefine how we connect and protect our world. With industry-leading capabilities, we advance aviation, engineer integrated defense systems for operational success, and develop next-generation technology solutions and manufacturing to help global customers address their most critical challenges. The company, with 2025 sales of more than $88 billion, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia. Media ContactC: 202.384.2474 Investor ContactC: 781.522.5123 View original content:https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/rtx-to-release-second-quarter-earnings-results-on-july-23-2026-302812136.html

ARLINGTON, Va., June 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- RTX (NYSE: RTX) announced today that its board of directors declared a dividend of 73 cents per outstanding share of RTX common stock. The dividend will be payable on September 3, 2026 to shareowners of record at the close of business on August 14, 2026. RTX has paid cash dividends on its common stock every year since 1936. About RTXWith more than 180,000 global employees, we push the limits of technology and science to redefine how we connect and protect our world. With industry-leading capabilities, we advance aviation, engineer integrated defense systems for operational success, and develop next-generation technology solutions and manufacturing to help global customers address their most critical challenges. The company, with 2025 sales of more than $88 billion, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia. Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Statements This release includes statements related to dividends that constitute "forward-looking statements" under the securities laws. All forward-looking statements involve risks, uncertainties and assumptions that may cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied in the forward-looking statements. Past dividends provide no assurance as to future dividends. The timing, payment and amount of future dividends, if any, could vary significantly from past dividends due to a number of risks and uncertainties. These factors include those described under the caption "Risk Factors" in our reports on Forms 10-K, 10-Q and 8-K filed with the SEC from time to time. Media ContactC: 202.384.2474 Investor ContactC: 781.522.5123 View original content:https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/rtx-board-of-directors-declares-quarterly-cash-dividend-302812108.html

A month has gone by since the last earnings report for General Dynamics (GD). Shares have added about 1.4% in that time frame, underperforming the S&P 500. Will the recent positive trend continue leading up to its next earnings release, or is General Dynamics due for a pullback? Well, first let's take a quick look at its most recent earnings report in order to get a better handle on the recent catalysts for General Dynamics Corporation before we dive into how investors and analysts have reacted as of late. GD Q1 Earnings Beat Estimates on Strong Orders and Cash FlowGeneral Dynamics posted strong first-quarter 2026 results, with earnings of $4.10 per share beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $3.68 by 11.41%. The bottom line also rose 12% from the year-ago quarter on solid operating execution. Revenues of $13.48 billion topped the consensus mark of $12.70 billion by 6.15% and increased 10.3% year over year, supported by growth across all four operating segments and a sharp pickup in order activity that lifted quarterly book-to-bill to 2-to-1. Marine Systems produced one of the sharpest improvements, supported by higher volume from Virginia- and Columbia-class submarine work and productivity gains across shipyards. The segment generated operating earnings of $316 million and improved operating margin to 7.3% in the quarter.Aerospace delivered operating earnings of $493 million with a 15.0% margin, supported by improved performance and higher volume, and the business reported 38 Gulfstream aircraft deliveries in the period.Combat Systems posted operating earnings of $310 million and a 13.6% margin, and the quarter included notable contract wins such as $730 million for various munitions and $450 million tied to the Advanced Reconnaissance Vehicle competition pre-production development phase.Technologies generated operating earnings of $339 million with a 9.5% margin, aided by growth across both GDIT and Mission Systems and solid order flow during the quarter. The company’s first-quarter revenue increase was supported by contributions from each of its operating businesses. Aerospace benefited from higher manufacturing and services volume, while Marine Systems advanced on higher shipyard volume tied to key submarine programs. Combat Systems and Technologies also registered year-over-year increases, reflecting demand across platforms, munitions and mission-focu...

ST. PAUL, Minn., May 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- At today's Annual Meeting of Shareholders, 3M (NYSE:MMM) shareholders overwhelmingly supported each of the proposals recommended for approval by the company. Preliminary Shareholder Voting Results 3M shareholders today voted on the following business items: 1) Shareholders supported 10 directors for one-year terms: David P. Bozeman, President, Chief Executive Officer and Director, C.H. Robinson Worldwide, Inc. Thomas "Tony" K. Brown, retired Group Vice President, Global Purchasing, Ford Motor Company William M. "Bill" Brown, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer, 3M Company Audrey Choi, retired Chief Sustainability Officer and Management Committee Member, Morgan Stanley Anne H. Chow, retired Chief Executive Officer, AT&T Business James R. Fitterling, Chair and Chief Executive Officer, Dow Inc. Suzan Kereere, President, Global Markets, PayPal Neil G. Mitchill, Jr., Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, RTX Corporation Pedro J. Pizarro, President, Chief Executive Officer and Director, Edison International Thomas W. Sweet, retired Chief Financial Officer, Dell Technologies 2) Shareholders supported the appointment of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as 3M's independent registered public accounting firm for 2026. 3) Shareholders supported, on an advisory basis, executive compensation, as described in the company's Notice of Annual Meeting and Proxy Statement. 3M will disclose the final voting results on each item of business properly presented at the Annual Meeting on Form 8-K to be filed with the SEC. About 3M 3M (NYSE: MMM) is focused on transforming industries around the world by applying science and creating innovative, customer-focused solutions. Our multi-disciplinary team is working to solve tough customer problems by leveraging diverse technology platforms, differentiated capabilities, global footprint, and operational excellence. Discover how 3M is shaping the future at 3M.com/news. Please note that the company announces material financial, business and operational information using the 3M investor relations website, SEC filings, press releases, public conference calls and webcasts. The company also uses the 3M News Center and social media to communicate with our customers and the public about the company, products and services and other matters. It is possible that the information 3M p...

Rocket Lab stock continued its journey to the moon after strong results and a bevy of impressive business announcements. A year ago, Rocket Lab reported a gross profit of $35.2 million from sales of $122.6 million. Looking ahead, Rocket Lab expects second-quarter sales of $225 million to $240 million.

Archer Aviation ACHR is slated to report first-quarter 2026 results on May 11, 2026, after market close. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for the bottom line is pegged at a loss of 25 cents per share, implying a decline from the prior-year quarter’s reported loss of 13 cents. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for the top line is pegged at $1.8 million, implying an improvement. Image Source: Zacks Investment Research ACHR’s earnings beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate in three of the trailing four quarters and missed in one, the average surprise being 13.41%. Image Source: Zacks Investment Research Our proven model does not conclusively predict an earnings beat for ACHR this time. The combination of a positive Earnings ESP and a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), 2 (Buy) or 3 (Hold) increases the chances of an earnings beat, which is not the case here. You can uncover the best stocks before they are reported with our Earnings ESP Filter. ACHR has an Earnings ESP of 0.00% and a Zacks Rank of 3 at present. You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here. RTX Corporation’s RTX first-quarter 2026 adjusted earnings per share of $1.78 beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.52 by 17%. The bottom line improved 21.1% from the year-ago quarter’s level of $1.47. Quarterly revenues came in at $22.08 billion, up 8.7% from $20.31 billion in the year-ago period. Sales also beat the consensus mark of $21.56 billion by 2.43%. Northrop Grumman Corporation NOC reported first-quarter 2026 adjusted earnings of $6.14 per share, which beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $6.08 by 1%. The bottom line also improved 1.3% from the year-ago quarter’s level of $6.06. NOC’s total sales of $9.88 billion in the first quarter beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $9.79 billion by 1%. The top line also improved 4.4% from $9.47 billion reported in the year-ago quarter. Archer Aviation continues to advance its electric air taxi strategy through collaborations with U.S. cities, transportation authorities and international partners to support the integration of eVTOL aircraft into commercial transportation networks. Archer Aviation has also expanded partnerships in the Middle East and continued strengthening its U.S. operational infrastructure through aviation asset development and technology testing initiatives. These developments are likely to have supported the company’s performance in the to...