Evolve Private Wealth LLC purchased a new stake in shares of RTX Corporation (NYSE:RTX – Free Report) during the 2nd quarter, according to its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The fund purchased 4,801 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $911,000.
A number of other hedge funds and other institutional investors also recently added to or reduced their stakes in RTX. Alpha Cubed Investments LLC raised its holdings in RTX by 0.3% during the fourth quarter. Alpha Cubed Investments LLC now owns 14,720 shares of the company’s stock valued at $2,700,000 after buying an additional 50 shares in the last quarter. Schulhoff & Co. Inc. boosted its position in shares of RTX by 1.7% during the 4th quarter. Schulhoff & Co. Inc. now owns 3,188 shares of the company’s stock valued at $585,000 after acquiring an additional 52 shares in the last quarter. Sunbeam Capital Management LLC grew its position in RTX by 1.6% in the fourth quarter. Sunbeam Capital Management LLC now owns 3,383 shares of the company’s stock valued at $620,000 after acquiring an additional 53 shares during the period. Sequent Planning LLC grew its stake in RTX by 1.6% during the fourth quarter. Sequent Planning LLC now owns 3,364 shares of the company’s stock worth $617,000 after buying an additional 54 shares during the last quarter. Finally, Boston Family Office LLC increased its stake in shares of RTX by 0.3% in the fourth quarter. Boston Family Office LLC now owns 17,857 shares of the company’s stock valued at $3,275,000 after buying an additional 54 shares in the last quarter. Hedge funds and other institutional investors own 86.50% of the company’s stock.
RTX Stock Performance
RTX stock opened at $210.36 on Monday. The stock has a 50-day moving average price of $203.73 and a 200-day moving average price of $195.49. RTX Corporation has a 1-year low of $150.61 and a 1-year high of $226.88. The firm has a market cap of $283.51 billion, a PE ratio of 37.04, a price-to-earnings-growth ratio of 2.50 and a beta of 0.29. The company has a current ratio of 1.01, a quick ratio of 0.78 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.47.
RTX Announces Dividend
The firm also recently disclosed a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Thursday, September 3rd. Shareholders of record on Friday, August 14th will be given a $0.73 dividend. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Friday, August 14th. This represents a $2.92 annualized dividend and a yield of 1.4%. RTX’s payout ratio is currently 51.41%.
Analyst Upgrades and Downgrades
A number of analysts have commented on RTX shares. Susquehanna lifted their target price on shares of RTX from $235.00 to $245.00 and gave the stock a “positive” rating in a report on Friday, July 24th. Morgan Stanley reissued an “overweight” rating and set a $240.00 price target on shares of RTX in a research report on Friday, July 24th. Wells Fargo & Company lifted their price objective on shares of RTX from $200.00 to $230.00 and gave the stock an “equal weight” rating in a research report on Friday, July 24th. UBS Group raised their price target on shares of RTX from $198.00 to $215.00 and gave the stock a “neutral” rating in a research report on Friday, July 24th. Finally, Argus set a $245.00 price target on shares of RTX in a report on Thursday, July 30th. One analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, fourteen have given a Buy rating, five have assigned a Hold rating and one has assigned a Sell rating to the company. Based on data from MarketBeat, RTX currently has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus price target of $228.59.
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RTX News Roundup
Here are the key news stories impacting RTX this week:
- Positive Sentiment: The European Commission closed its antitrust investigation into Pratt & Whitney Canada, RTX’s aircraft-engine unit. The decision removes the risk of potential enforcement action, fines or business restrictions tied to the probe. EU closes antitrust probe into RTX’s Pratt & Whitney
- Positive Sentiment: Raytheon secured a roughly $22.9 billion, seven-year U.S. Navy Tomahawk missile contract. The award should improve long-term revenue visibility, support higher production and strengthen RTX’s defense backlog through the 2030s. Can RTX’s Tomahawk Production Ramp-Up Enhance Its Growth Prospects?
- Positive Sentiment: Recent quarterly results also remain supportive: RTX exceeded EPS and revenue expectations, posted 14.5% year-over-year revenue growth and raised confidence in its fiscal 2026 outlook. These results reinforce the company’s ability to convert its backlog into cash-generating programs. How Investors May Respond to RTX Winning a US$22.9 Billion Tomahawk Deal and Raising Guidance
- Neutral Sentiment: Broader market volatility, including concerns about Treasury policy, oil prices and upcoming inflation data, may be contributing to pressure across equities rather than reflecting a change in RTX’s fundamentals.
- Negative Sentiment: Executive Vice President Ramsaran Maharajh sold 13,655 RTX shares for approximately $3.06 million, cutting his direct holdings by about 51%. While the sale may be routine, it can weigh on sentiment when the stock is near its 52-week high. RTX EVP Sells 13,655 Shares
- Negative Sentiment: RTX trades at a demanding earnings multiple after a substantial rally. The valuation leaves less room for execution disappointments and may encourage investors to take profits.
Insider Transactions at RTX
In related news, insider Troy D. Brunk sold 8,557 shares of RTX stock in a transaction dated Friday, July 24th. The stock was sold at an average price of $210.29, for a total value of $1,799,451.53. Following the completion of the sale, the insider owned 8,809 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $1,852,444.61. This trade represents a 49.27% decrease in their position. The sale was disclosed in a legal filing with the SEC, which can be accessed through this hyperlink. Also, EVP Ramsaran Maharajh sold 13,655 shares of the business’s stock in a transaction on Tuesday, August 18th. The shares were sold at an average price of $223.92, for a total value of $3,057,627.60. Following the sale, the executive vice president owned 13,184 shares in the company, valued at approximately $2,952,161.28. The trade was a 50.88% decrease in their ownership of the stock. Additional details regarding this sale are available in the official SEC disclosure. In the last 90 days, insiders sold 29,222 shares of company stock worth $6,362,003. 0.10% of the stock is owned by company insiders.
About RTX
RTX (NYSE: RTX) is a U.S.-based aerospace and defense company that designs, manufactures and services advanced systems for commercial, military and governmental customers worldwide. The company was created through the 2020 combination of Raytheon Company and United Technologies Corporation and later adopted the RTX name, positioning itself as a diversified provider across the aerospace and defense value chain.
RTX’s operations span a broad set of capabilities. Its commercial aerospace businesses include Pratt & Whitney aircraft engines and Collins Aerospace systems, which supply propulsion, avionics, aerostructures, interiors and integrated aircraft systems.
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