RTX (RTX) Registers a Bigger Fall Than the Market: Important Facts to Note

RTX closed down 1.65% on October 7, 2026, underperforming the S&P 500's 0.22% decline. The aerospace and defense stock has fallen 7.81% over the past month. Analysts expect RTX to report Q3 earnings of $1.75 per share (2.94% YoY growth) and revenue of $23.84 billion (6.06% growth) on October 20, 2026. For the full year, consensus estimates project $7.22 EPS and $96.06 billion revenue. RTX currently holds a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) with a Forward P/E of 25.4, trading at a premium to its industry average.