RTX Dividends and Buybacks
Dividend criteria checks 4/6
RTX is a dividend paying company with a current yield of 1.56% that is well covered by earnings. Next payment date is on 11th June, 2026 with an ex-dividend date of 22nd May, 2026.
Key information
1.6%
Dividend yield
0%
Buyback Yield
| Total Shareholder Yield | 1.6% |
| Future Dividend Yield | 1.9% |
| Dividend Growth | -1.3% |
| Next dividend pay date | 11 Jun 26 |
| Ex dividend date | 22 May 26 |
| Dividend per share | n/a |
| Payout ratio | 50% |
Recent dividend and buyback updates
Recent updates
Seeking Alpha • May 26
RTX's Meltdown Creates Multi-Year Commercial/Defense Winner - Reiterate Buy
Summary Multi-year defense agreements are set to boost RTX's annual munition production by 2x–4x, underpinning long-term revenue/margin expansion amid heightened global defense spending. Aging fleets, constrained new supply, and surging backlogs (China's reopening) support commercial booking/aftermarket growth trends, with IATA expecting supply-demand imbalance to persist through 2031. RTX's raised FY2026 guidance is well supported by the growing multi-year backlog, the richer profit margins, and the expanded production capacity. The stock offers a compelling total return profile across capital appreciation and dividend growth, aided by the healthier balance sheet and the rich cash flows. RTX is an even better Buy after the meltdown, thanks to the oversold technical indicators and the robust bullish support at the $170s. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Narrative Update • May 14
RTX: Defense And Engine Upgrades Will Support Higher Future Expectations
RTX's analyst price target has moved slightly, with a modest adjustment of less than $1 as analysts factor in updated assumptions on discount rates, revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E expectations following a mix of recent downgrades, target cuts and one upgrade across the Street. Analyst Commentary Recent research on RTX shows a mix of optimism and caution, with several firms adjusting ratings and targets as they update their views on the stock's execution risk, growth profile and valuation assumptions.Narrative Update • Apr 26
RTX: Defense And Engine Upgrades Will Support Higher Long Term Expectations
RTX's updated analyst price target has edged lower by about $1 to $215 as analysts factor in slightly higher discount rates and more measured revenue growth expectations, partly offset by firmer profit margin and future P/E assumptions, along with a mix of recent target cuts and increases across the Street. Analyst Commentary Street research on RTX over the past few months reflects a split view, with several firms trimming price targets while others lift targets and ratings.Narrative Update • Apr 11
RTX: Defense Programs And Engine Upgrades Will Shape Balanced Long Term Outlook
Analysts have trimmed their average price target for RTX by about $1 to $216. This reflects updated assumptions on discount rates, revenue growth, profit margins and forward P/E multiples after a mix of recent target hikes and cuts across the Street.Narrative Update • Mar 27
RTX: Defense Programs And Engine Upgrades Will Support Stronger Long Term Demand
RTX's analyst fair value was nudged to $217.21 from $217.16 as analysts factor in slightly higher long term revenue growth assumptions and ongoing price target increases across the Street, including recent moves up to $227 and $240. Analyst Commentary Street research on RTX has been active, with a cluster of price target changes and one new bullish initiation contributing to a modest adjustment in fair value.Narrative Update • Mar 11
RTX: Fair Value View Balances Aerospace Demand With Defense Policy Uncertainty
Our RTX fair value estimate edges up by about $0.24 to $217.16 as analysts broadly lift price targets, highlighting product upgrades such as the PW1100G Section Plus option and updated sector views as key supports. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on RTX is clustered around higher price targets and refreshed views on the commercial aerospace and defense group, with most commentary framing current levels in the context of product execution and sector positioning rather than short term trading calls.Narrative Update • Feb 25
RTX: Fair Value View Weighs Aerospace Demand Against Defense Policy Constraints
Analysts have nudged their RTX fair value estimate higher to $216.92 from $214.54, reflecting updated targets across major firms that highlight slightly stronger revenue growth assumptions, a modestly adjusted discount rate, and a similar forward P/E outlook despite a small trim to profit margin expectations. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates cluster around a series of higher price targets for RTX, which helps explain the modest lift in the consolidated fair value estimate.Narrative Update • Feb 10
RTX: Fair Value View Balances Defense Policy Uncertainty And Aerospace Demand
Analysts lifted their RTX fair value estimate by about $12 to $214.54, citing refreshed models that reflect slightly higher revenue growth and profit margin assumptions, as well as updated P/E expectations, alongside a wave of recent price target increases across the Street. Analyst Commentary Street research on RTX has been active, with several firms updating their models, price targets and sector views.Narrative Update • Jan 27
RTX: Fair Value Reset Balances Defense Policy Risks And Aerospace Demand
Analysts have raised their fair value estimate for RTX from about $197 to about $203 per share, citing updated group estimates, higher price targets from multiple firms, and ongoing strength in assumed aerospace and defense demand. Analyst Commentary Recent research on RTX clusters around higher price targets and refreshed models for the broader aerospace and defense group, with most commentary focusing on how assumed demand and capital allocation could influence the company’s valuation and execution over the next few years.Narrative Update • Jan 10
RTX: Defense Policy Shifts And Commercial Aerospace Demand Will Shape Balanced Prospects
RTX's fair value estimate has been adjusted slightly higher to about $197 from about $195, as analysts factor in updated price targets and ongoing expectations for strong commercial aerospace demand, along with potential changes to defense budgeting and capital returns across the sector. Analyst Commentary Recent research on RTX focuses on how potential defense policy shifts and strong commercial aerospace demand could interact with capital return policies and long term growth expectations.Narrative Update • Dec 15
RTX: Missile Demand And Cybersecurity Risks Will Shape A Balanced Forward Outlook
Analysts have nudged their price target on RTX slightly higher to approximately $194.65, reflecting modestly stronger expectations for long term revenue growth and valuation multiples that more than offset a small revision to projected profit margins. What’s in the News The Pentagon is pressing major U.S. missile makers, including RTX, to double or even quadruple production.Narrative Update • Dec 01
RTX: Evolving Defense Priorities And Cybersecurity Will Drive Outlook Amid Cautious Optimism
Analysts have slightly raised their price target for RTX from $192.06 to $193.79, citing modest improvements in projected profit margin and minor adjustments in revenue growth forecasts. What's in the News RTX's Raytheon division is at the center of policy discussions after the U.S. lifted restrictions on Ukraine's use of allied-supplied long-range missiles.Narrative Update • Nov 17
RTX: Defense Demand And Cybersecurity Developments Will Shape Outlook Amid Recent Stability
Narrative Update: Change in Analyst Price Target for RTX Analysts have maintained RTX's fair value target at $192.06, reflecting continued confidence in the company’s outlook. Updated market assumptions show only minor adjustments to key financial metrics.Narrative Update • Nov 03
RTX: Missile Demand And Renewed Investment List Inclusion Will Drive Near-Term Performance
Analysts have raised their fair value estimate for RTX from $175.33 to $192.06, citing continued inclusion on top investment lists and optimism about the company's updated outlook. Analyst Commentary Recent changes in investment list inclusions have prompted renewed focus on RTX's market position and future prospects.Narrative Update • Oct 20
Global Defense Spending And International Contracts Will Shape Aerospace Potential
Analysts have raised their price target for RTX from $166.56 to $175.33 per share. They cite stronger-than-expected segment results and improving industry outlooks as key factors behind the increase.Narrative Update • Oct 06
Global Defense Spending And International Contracts Will Shape Aerospace Potential
Analysts have raised their price target for RTX, increasing the fair value estimate by approximately $2 to $166.56. They cite stronger-than-expected recent earnings, robust momentum across segments, and improving outlooks on tariffs and defense spending.Narrative Update • Sep 12
Global Defense Spending And International Contracts Will Shape Aerospace Potential
The slight increase in RTX’s price target reflects improved Q2 results, a more favorable tariff outlook, and strong long-term defense tailwinds, with the consensus analyst fair value rising modestly from $163.84 to $164.58. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts raised price targets after RTX posted better-than-expected Q2 2025 earnings results, driven by broad-based strength across all major operating segments.Analysis Article • Aug 15
Market Participants Recognise RTX Corporation's (NYSE:RTX) Earnings
NYSE:RTX 1 Year Share Price vs Fair Value Explore RTX's Fair Values from the Community and select yours When close to...Analysis Article • Jun 22
RTX (NYSE:RTX) Has A Pretty Healthy Balance Sheet
Howard Marks put it nicely when he said that, rather than worrying about share price volatility, 'The possibility of...Seeking Alpha • Apr 22
Think Twice Before Buying Into RTX Corp.'s Q1 Earnings Dip (Rating Downgrade)
Summary RTX Corporation shares fell by more than 10% in an initial reaction to the Q1 2025 results published today. The article provides an update on the company's fundamentals and also in light of the tariffs. I explain why my investment thesis remains intact, but why I will not be adding to my RTX stock position following the post-earnings drop. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Apr 05
RTX: Geopolitical Turmoil Offers Growth Opportunities
Summary RTX Corp is well-positioned to benefit from increasing global defense budgets amid geopolitical tensions, with strong segments in defense, aircraft engines, and aviation systems. Despite lagging behind European defense stocks, RTX's diversified portfolio and significant international defense revenue provide growth opportunities, especially with contracts from Germany, Sweden, Poland, and Japan. RTX's financials are robust with revenue growth, a well-filled order book, and a rising dividend, though Trump's tariffs pose a potential risk to international competitiveness. Given the positive outlook, improved balance sheet, and favorable geopolitical climate, RTX offers a mix of growth and stability, warranting a cautious "buy" rating. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Mar 03
RTX Corporation: Time To Take Some Profit
Summary I rated RTX Corporation stock as a "BUY" in late 2023 as a good fit to Ben Graham’s criteria for picking defensive stocks. I see some new catalysts since that writing from RTX's recent earnings report. I feel particularly strong in its engine segment. The impressive backlog also provides long-term growth stability. However, these positives are largely priced in already under its current P/E ratio. The current P/E of ~22x is towards the higher end of the Graham P/E, leaving a thin margin of safety. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Jan 31
RTX Stock: A Winner To Buy
Summary RTX reported strong Q4 results with double-digit sales growth across all channels, leading to a buy rating for 2025 with a $145 price target. The company achieved 11% organic sales growth for the year, with significant profit increases in all segments, driven by higher volumes and favorable mix. RTX's guidance for 2025 includes 4-5% organic sales growth, strong free cash flow, and productivity improvements, supporting a robust outlook. Upgraded RTX to a strong buy with a $145 price target, driven by exceptional EBITDA performance, promising free cash flow growth, and potential benefits from the actuation business sale. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Jan 25
RTX Q4 Preview: Geopolitical Tailwinds Vs. DOGE Headwinds
Summary RTX Corp. faces strong geopolitical tailwinds boosting its defense backlog, but supply chain issues and DOGE uncertainties pose near-term challenges. The company's 2025 valuation multiples appear stretched at 21x forward earnings, with earnings expected to grow 9%. The valuation multiple could be justified if 2025 EPS growth is revised higher. RTX's supply chain inefficiencies and potential fixed-price contract pressures from DOGE could impact margins and free cash flow. I maintain a Hold rating on RTX due to these uncertainties and elevated valuation premiums ahead of the Q4 earnings release. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Jan 15
RTX Corporation: A Resilient Growth Story In Aerospace And Defense
Summary RTX Corporation shows strong operational performance with impressive sales and profit growth and a record $221 billion backlog. Its robust defense market momentum is demonstrated by recent material new contract wins both domestically and internationally. RTX is shareholder-friendly with $10.3 billion in share repurchases over the past 4 reported quarters and 31 consecutive years of dividend growth. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaStability and Growth of Payments
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Stable Dividend: RTX's dividend payments have been volatile in the past 10 years.
Growing Dividend: RTX's dividend payments have increased over the past 10 years.
Dividend Yield vs Market
| RTX Dividend Yield vs Market |
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| Segment | Dividend Yield |
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| Company (RTX) | 1.6% |
| Market Bottom 25% (US) | 1.4% |
| Market Top 25% (US) | 4.2% |
| Industry Average (Aerospace & Defense) | 1.1% |
| Analyst forecast (RTX) (up to 3 years) | 1.9% |
Notable Dividend: RTX's dividend (1.56%) is higher than the bottom 25% of dividend payers in the US market (1.41%).
High Dividend: RTX's dividend (1.56%) is low compared to the top 25% of dividend payers in the US market (4.21%).
Earnings Payout to Shareholders
Earnings Coverage: With its reasonable payout ratio (50.4%), RTX's dividend payments are covered by earnings.
Cash Payout to Shareholders
Cash Flow Coverage: With its reasonably low cash payout ratio (46%), RTX's dividend payments are well covered by cash flows.
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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/06/01 05:49 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/06/01 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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Analyst Sources
RTX Corporation is covered by 36 analysts. 22 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| John Eade | Argus Research Company |
| Peter Arment | Baird |
| Carter Copeland | Barclays |