Zacks Industry Outlook Highlights GE Aerospace, RTX and Howmet Aerospace

The Aerospace-Defense industry benefits from rising geopolitical tensions, higher military spending, and continued air-travel demand, though supply-chain constraints and labor shortages remain headwinds. GE Aerospace, RTX Corp., and Howmet Aerospace are highlighted as leading companies poised for growth, with all three carrying Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) ratings. However, the industry overall ranks #179 among 247 Zacks industries and has underperformed the S&P 500 by 31.2% over the past year.