RTX Corp

RTX

Market cap $262B

Successful system tech demo proves range, accuracy and lethality of new surface-to-air missile DUGWAY PROVING GROUNDS, Utah, July 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Raytheon, an RTX (NYSE: RTX) business, successfully demonstrated the company's Next Generation Short Range Interceptor (NGSRI), designed to replace Raytheon's Stinger® surface-to-air missile for the U.S. Army. Multiple guided missiles were launched using the company's soldier-portable Command Launch Assembly (CLA) during the demonstration.

Enhanced borescope analytics will strengthen global MRO operations for commercial and military engines EAST HARTFORD, Conn., July 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Pratt & Whitney, an RTX (NYSE: RTX) business, is expanding its engine inspection capabilities with AI-assisted borescope software through the acquisition and integration of Amsterdam-based Aiir Innovations.

SpaceX isn't the only space investment; defense giants offer steadier exposure and dividend income. Golden Dome spending could drive long-term demand for satellites, sensors, rockets, and missile-defense systems.

In the latest trading session, RTX (RTX) closed at $193.39, marking a -1.53% move from the previous day.

For Tuesday's Big 3, Aquiles Larrea, Jr. outlines three stocks he sees outperforming no matter the current economic or stock market environment. He likes Altria's (MO) longstanding durability amid volatility, sees Valero Energy (VLO) benefitting from legacy and new electrical advancements, and expects RTX Corp. (RTX) to benefit from its diverse income streams.

RTX is expanding its electronic warfare edge with advanced jamming, sensing and mission systems as global defense investment fuels market growth.

Expectations for defense earnings are low. That isn't the case for commercial aerospace earnings, though.

NATO chief Mark Rutte is calling it the “Trump Trillion”—more than $1.21 trillion in additional defense spending by NATO allies since President Donald Trump ‘s first term.

RTX boosts long-term growth by expanding global sustainment and lifecycle support capabilities.

RTX (RTX) has an impressive earnings surprise history and currently possesses the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely beat in its next quarterly report.