RTX Corporation's Recent Contract Win - RTX Corporation's Raytheon segment secured a $529 million contract to deliver Patriot air and missile defense systems to the Netherlands, including a fire unit with radar, launchers, command and control stations, and support equipment [1] - Work for this contract will primarily be executed in Andover, MA, and Huntsville, AL [1] Geopolitical Trends Driving Defense Demand - Rising geopolitical tensions and regional conflicts are prompting countries to strengthen their defense capabilities, particularly in missile systems [2] - RTX benefits from this trend as a leading missile manufacturer, with the recent contract win being a prime example [2] Patriot Missile System Overview - RTX's Patriot is a long-range, high-altitude, all-weather missile defense system designed to counter tactical ballistic missiles, cruise missiles, and advanced fighter aircraft [3] - To date, 240 Patriot fire units have been delivered, and 19 nations currently use the system for integrated air and missile defense [3] Global Missile Defense Market Outlook - The global missile and missile defense systems market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 5% from 2025 to 2030, according to Mordor Intelligence [4] - RTX's product portfolio includes combat-proven systems like the SM-6, Guidance Enhanced Missile, National Advanced Surface-to-Air Missile System, Tomahawk, Standard Missile 2, and AIM-9X Sidewinder, in addition to Patriot [4] Opportunities for Other Defense Companies - Boeing (BA) has a long-term earnings growth rate of 19.3% and offers air and missile defense systems like the Avenger Air Defense System, Aegis Ballistic Missile Defense, and Ground-Based Midcourse Defense [5][6] - Northrop Grumman (NOC) has a long-term earnings growth rate of 19% and provides high-speed, long-range strike weapons such as the AARGM-ER, along with warheads, fuses, and propulsion systems [6][7] - Lockheed Martin (LMT) has a long-term earnings growth rate of 4.4% and develops advanced missiles and rockets, including the PAC-3 family, M270, Reduced-Range Practice Rocket, and Terminal High Altitude Area Defense [7][8] RTX Stock Performance - Over the past six months, RTX shares have risen 16%, outperforming the industry's decline of 1.6% [11] - RTX currently holds a Zacks Rank 3 (Hold) [12]

Contract Details - Raytheon awarded a $529 million contract to supply the Netherlands with a Patriot air and missile defense system fire unit and related equipment [1] - The contract includes a single fire unit consisting of a radar, launchers, command and control stations, and other support equipment [2] - Work on the contract will primarily be conducted in Andover, Mass and Huntsville, Ala [3] Company Overview - Raytheon is a leading provider of defense solutions, specializing in integrated air and missile defense, smart weapons, missiles, advanced sensors and radars, interceptors, space-based systems, hypersonics and missile defense across land, air, sea and space [4] - RTX, the parent company of Raytheon, has over 185,000 global employees and reported 2023 sales of $69 billion [5] Industry Impact - The Patriot system is the only combat-proven ground-based air and missile defense capability in the world, defending against advanced long-range cruise missiles, tactical ballistic missiles, and air-breathing threats [2] - Patriot serves as the foundation of air defense for 19 countries and has demonstrated effectiveness against advanced aerial threats and complex raid attacks [2] - The Netherlands' investment in Patriot ensures collective security and deterrence across Europe [2]

Noerresundby, Denmark, 16 January 2025Announcement no. 02/2025 It is with sadness that we have to announce that member of our board, Lars Christian Tofft, has passed away. Lars Christian Tofft has been a member of RTX's board since 2017, and he has actively contributed to the company's strategy and development. His straightforward and constructive approach has always been value-creating and appreciated by the board. Best regards,RTX A/S Peter Thostrup Chair of the Board Attachment RTX CA No 02-2025 - 1 ...

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Missile supports anti-air, anti-surface warfare and sea-based terminal ballistic missile defense in one solutionTUCSON, Ariz., Jan. 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Raytheon, an RTX (NYSE: RTX) business, was awarded a $333 million contract from the U.S. Navy to produce Standard Missile-6 (SM-6) Block IA missiles."SM-6 has a proven performance, and this contract is an important step for providing this urgently needed weapon to our armed forces," said Barbara Borgonovi, president of Naval Power at Raytheon. "Raytheon ...

RTX Corporation’s (RTX) unit, Raytheon, recently secured a $333.3 million contract for facilitating the full-rate production of Standard Missile-6 (SM-6). RTX will also supply spares and a round design agent for SM-6 under this agreement.Details of RTX’s DealThe majority of the work related to this contract will be performed in Tucson, AZ, and Huntsville, AL. This contract is projected to be completed by October 2027.The award has been provided by the Naval Sea Systems Command, Washington, D.C. This contrac ...

Price Target and Valuation - Wells Fargo raised RTX's price target to $151 from $140, representing a 31% premium to the current price [1] - Wall Street consensus projects RTX to generate $8.4 billion in free cash flow (FCF) in 2026, implying a price-to-FCF multiple of 18.2 times based on the current market cap of $153 billion [1] - Achieving the $151 price target would place RTX at a price-to-FCF multiple of just under 24 times 2026 FCF, which is lower than some aerospace and defense peers [2] Business Performance and Growth Drivers - RTX overcame the GTF engine inspections issue and saw strong aftermarket sales, offsetting weakness in original equipment sales due to disappointing airplane production at Boeing and Airbus [3] - RTX's defense business, Raytheon, improved adjusted operating profit margins in every reported quarter of 2024 so far [3] Industry Challenges and Valuation Concerns - Defense stock valuations appear stretched, and the sector may be overvalued [4] - The industry faces challenges from the U.S. government's push for fixed-price development programs, and there is no guarantee that current elevated spending levels will continue [4] - If RTX's defense business returns to a low single-digit growth rate, the current valuations may not justify the $151 price target [5]

General Meeting Announcement - RTX will hold its Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Friday, 31 January 2025, at 14:00 at the company's address: Stroemmen 6, Noerresundby, Denmark [1] - The notice convening the AGM includes the agenda and complete proposals for the meeting [1] - Questions and further information can be directed to Mille Tram Lux, CFO, or Peter Thostrup, Chair of the Board, at +45 96 32 23 00 [1]

ARLINGTON, Va., Jan. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- RTX (NYSE: RTX) will issue its fourth quarter and full year 2024 earnings results on Tuesday, January 28, prior to the stock market opening. A conference call will take place at 8:30 a.m. ET to discuss the results and the Company's outlook for 2025.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 download ...