A little late, sadly. If you considered yesterday? I'd say yes lol Hindsight is 20/20, they say Answer from OperatorWildcard on reddit.com
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r/stocks on Reddit: Thoughts on RTX?
September 14, 2023 -

They just hit a 52 week low on bad news (some of their a320 turbines have casting imperfections and will require rebuilds), causing a 25% haircut

Morningstar evaluated this and sees no long term impact, I'm struggling to see one myself. In the short term profits will be down due to being out of pocket for the repairs but ultimately this is s wide moat stock trading at a claimed 32% discount to fair value. Since they're also a defense play they should be relatively insulated from any recession nonsense next year.

Convince me this is a bad play before I throw more money at it

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i bought 3 stocks last week, orcl, rtx and hon heres waiting for honeywell to crash next...
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The issue with the turbines on Pratt GTF engines is an absolute can of worms for RTX. The inspections initially require an "on wing" ultrasonic non destructive test to check for cracks in the high pressure turbine stages of the engine. This component is under an extreme amount of stress from high temperature exhaust gases and centrifugal forces, and is in the core of the engine, which can be difficult to access on a compact setup like the geared turbofan. The slightest imperfection in the turbine disk can cause is to let go in a spectacular fashion, and possibly result in whats called an "uncontained failure" where debris can pierce the engine cowling and puncture the fuselage or wings of an aircraft. Remember the wings store the fuel, so as you can imagine a piece of turbine disk at 600⁰C breaking apart causing an engine to eat itself alive, and leading it to throwing uncontained debris and puncturing a fuel tank in a high energy collision could potentially = 💥, not to mention explosive decompression of the cabin if this gets punctured at altitude, all of which can lead to catastrophic loss of the aircraft. It is a very serious issue. If defects are found from the non-destructive inspections, thats the engine coming off wing and back to the shop for complete strip and replacement. This leaves many operators with a lack of capacity with aircraft stuck AOG for an engine, for which there is already a backlog. This could potentially affect other aircraft using the Pratt GTF engine such as the A220 etc On the other side, this puts GE and Safran in a good spot to pick up new engine orders for the A320 with the Leap 1A engine option, as the GTF has been riddled with issues since inception, I imagine many operators wont want to take on that risk now yet another has been uncovered, that has the potential to down an aircraft. As to how this affects profitability on RTX overall is out of my area of expertise, however I cant see how an issue this big in a seriously expensive industry with huge penatly clauses in contracts wouldnt eat into profits for a good couple of years at least, and it could very well get worse if another batch of turbines has an "event". Source: (1) FAA Emergency AD 2023-00902 (2) Part 66 licenced engineer (UK & EASA) on A320's
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reddit.com › r/raytheon › upcoming merit/bonus and stock thoughts
r/Raytheon on Reddit: Upcoming Merit/Bonus and Stock Thoughts
August 5, 2024 -

So we all know we're getting average to below average raises this year let's skip that vent session and bonus a toss up if they're truly profit sharing should be "on target" with a small cut to Jasper's yacht fund.

So what's the thinking these days should you choose to stay in an otherwise, cold/lukewarm job market to hop around?

There is every indication since the merger that, despite protecting the warfighter as the tagline, it's been about the shareholder. As you get your raise just remember shareholders got to eat too /s

So I'm curious then, I get the matching to rtx stock was unpopular, but in the current environment, shouldn't we make a logical choice here rather than one out of emotion? I'm torn currently as I think keeping the match/or upping my stock % amount would make sense 1.) it's all rtx cares about right now, eff our salaries, more profits to report and 2.) if there's any indication with the administration, they are going to reduce business tax rates even further, getting Calio his new G6.

The alternative of course, is likely the total market/sp500, which has basically doubled rtx at 79% to 32% last 5 years, though now so heavily weight in tech land.

So while it'll vary for all depending on your balances, I do feel like some stock makes sense going forward. What am I missing or thoughts? Or too complicated and keep sp500 spread the bets?

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reddit.com › r/investing › raytheon technologies: let's discuss
r/investing on Reddit: Raytheon Technologies: Let's discuss
August 6, 2019 -

Raytheon Technologies: RTX

Raytheon Technologies Corp. engages in the provision of aerospace and defense systems and services for commercial, military, and government customers. It operates through the following segments: Collins Aerospace Systems, Pratt and Whitney, Raytheon Intelligence and Space, and Raytheon Missiles and Defense. The Collins Aerospace Systems segment specializes in the aero structures, avionics, interiors, mechanical systems, mission systems, and power controls. The Pratt and Whitney segment includes design and manufacture of aircraft engines and auxiliary power systems for commercial, military, and business aircraft. The Raytheon Intelligence and Space segment involves in the development of sensors, training, and cyber and software solutions. The Raytheon Missiles and Defense segment offers end-to-end solutions to detect, track, and engage threats. The company was founded in 2020 and is headquartered in Waltham, MA.

Currently trading at $72. ATH of $92 pre-covid

2.62% dividend

1y Target Est $84.88

I see this stock surpassing $100 easily in the next two years.

Four out of Four of the last major wars took place during Democrat administrations.

Tensions are very high between the USA and China. They have been actively performing cyber warfare attacks and espionage.

China is aggressively expanding in to the South China Sea

Raytheon is performing better than competitor Lockheed Martin, who is feeling the Covid pain much more due to much more commercial aerospace exposure.

Raytheon has just won a $291M deal to support additional F-35 for Naval Air Systems Command

Raytheon technologies stock set to soar

Rated "Strong buy or buy"

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Raytheon is performing better than competitor Lockheed Martin, who is feeling the Covid pain much more due to much more commercial aerospace exposure.

Where are you getting this from?

From P. 48, emphasis mine:

Space’s net sales in 2020 increased $1.0 billion, or 9%, compared to 2019. The increase was primarily attributable to higher net sales of approximately $525 million for government satellite programs due to higher volume (primarily Next Gen OPIR); and about $430 million for strategic and missile defense programs due to higher volume (primarily hypersonic development programs, inclusive of impacts due to the acquisition of i3's hypersonics portfolio in November 2020).

Space’s operating profit in 2020 decreased $42 million, or 4%, compared to 2019. Operating profit decreased approximately $90 million for government satellite programs due to lower risk retirements on the various programs (primarily AEHF) that were partially offset by higher risk retirements and volume on the Next Gen OPIR program. This decrease was partially offset by increases of $40 million for commercial satellite programs due to charges recorded for performance matters in 2019 not repeated in 2020. Operating profit for strategic and missile defense programs was comparable as higher risk retirements and volume on hypersonic development programs were offset by lower risk retirements and volume on fleet ballistic missile programs. Adjustments not related to volume, including net profit booking rate adjustments, were $100 million lower in 2020 compared to 2019.

Backlog decreased in 2020 compared to 2019 primarily due to higher sales on multi-year contracts awarded in prior years. Additionally, backlog as of December 31, 2020 reflects a decrease due to the UK Ministry of Defense’s intent to assume 100% ownership of the program on June 30, 2021.

We expect Space’s 2021 net sales to increase in the low-single digit percentage range from 2020 levels driven by higher volume on hypersonics programs and on government satellite programs (primarily Next Gen OPIR), partially offset by lower volume at AWE due to the UK Ministry of Defense’s intent to re-nationalize the program on June 30, 2021. Operating profit is expected to decrease in the low-single digit percentage range from 2020 levels. Operating profit margin for 2021 is expected to be lower than 2020 levels.

To date, the effects of COVID-19 have not had a significant negative impact on our liquidity, cash flows or capital resources. "

87% of LM Space's net sales are US Government customers and 13% are international. Overall, compared to Lockheed's entire portfolio, commercial space is a very small percentage and also doesn't seem to match up with your claims anyways.

Also, I don't know why you're providing an example of Raytheon's F-35 contract in a comparison to Lockheed when Lockheed is the prime contractor. There may certainly be a case for Raytheon over Lockheed, but I don't feel like you've provided it.

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Four out of Four of the last major wars took place during Democrat administrations.

What? Even that weird link doesn't justify this statement??

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reddit.com › r/raytheon › rtx doubles free cash flow, raises full-year outlook on defense and aftermarket strength
r/Raytheon on Reddit: RTX doubles free cash flow, raises full-year outlook on defense and aftermarket strength
September 8, 2025 -

RTX (NYSE: RTX) delivered a standout quarter, with free cash flow up 104% to $4.0B and management raising full-year organic sales growth to 8–9% and adjusted EPS to $6.10–$6.20. Strong execution in Raytheon drove a 180 bps margin gain to 12.2%, while Pratt & Whitney’s aftermarket sales jumped 23% and Collins Aerospace’s rose 13%, reinforcing the company’s cash-generative service model. RTX used the surge in liquidity to pay down $2.9B in debt, strengthening its balance sheet. Though GAAP EPS ($1.41) lagged adjusted EPS ($1.70) due to $507M in non-cash adjustments, the firm’s $251B backlog and six consecutive quarters of margin expansion underscore deep operational momentum across its aerospace and defense portfolio.

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reddit.com › r/raytheon › can someone explain to me like i’m 5 this conversation about rtx fund vs s&p?
r/Raytheon on Reddit: Can someone explain to me like I’m 5 this conversation about RTX Fund vs S&P?
October 10, 2024 -

I am trying hard to understand why this is such a big conversation right now. Why is the RTX fund bad? Why move? Should it be a mix between the two?

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Also it is too much money in one basket. 3% if your retirement doesn’t seem too much but when you see the risk of it based on one company ( the one your work for too) it doesn’t make sense to keep the funds there
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In general, you want to diversify your portfolio so in case one stock crashes, your whole portfolio doesn’t crash as well. The RTX Fund is comprised mostly of RTX Stock (from what I understand) so if you only invest there, it’s very risky. If you do the S&P 500 you’re money is spread over several companies, so it is much safer. Besides security, another important factor is rate of return (how much money you’re making). The RTX Stock has been doing decently well recently, but for a retirement plan you want something that is guaranteed to always do well. This is where the S&P excels, over its entire life span it’s gone up an average of 8%. That includes 2 world wars and economic depressions. I have doubts RTX stock alone can handle as well over a long period of time. All in all, it’s a very safe bet and has a very good rate of return, RTX Fund is simply much more risky. I also recommend investing in small market caps as well. I put 2/3 of my retirement into S&P500 and 1/3 into small market caps. It’s very similar to the S&P500 but contains wayyyy more companies with smaller value. It’s even more diversification for more security and still offers a very good rate of return. If you want to compare investment options they always provide a document with the performance of each stock. I recommend taking a look at the 10 year rate of return, as it’ll get you the best idea of long term performance and security. I’m not too sure about something going from 7% to 3.5% as the other comments mentioned, but I’m from Pratt if that explains anything.
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reddit.com › r/stocks › is it time to buy $rtx raytheon technologies closed $99.56 on friday.
r/stocks on Reddit: Is it time to buy $RTX Raytheon technologies closed $99.56 on Friday.
May 28, 2021 -

Just curious if you think it’s time to buy some shares in Raytheon technologies. $99 probably seems like a good buy when you consider they have to replenish all these missiles. NATO countries will to have to purchase a whole bunch of them to replace the ones being sent to Ukraine.

What other stocks should we be buying because of this unfortunate situation in Ukraine

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March 27, 2015 - Alight has to be the most underwhelming and disappointing thing so far about my time at RTX…. You only have the option of choosing from this little basket of horrible funds and no true growth funds available. I do not know how alight con’d their way into lives but damn Raytheon got played.
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reddit.com › r/raytheon › anyone set up the auto-sell of rtx stock?
r/Raytheon on Reddit: Anyone set up the auto-sell of RTX stock?
July 15, 2023 -

Has anyone successfully changed their Alight 401k to immediately sell the RTX stock we get with our matching 401k dollars?

In the email it says “More details about enabling the auto-sell feature will be forthcoming later this year”.

I’m assuming RTX has a vested interest in not allowing us to enable their auto-sell feature so I’m not holding on my breath on it coming this year.

I’m hoping it’s something we can set up now.