$RTX (+0,42%) had a very good Q3 according to the press release. Compared to Q3 2024, revenue increased by 12 % to USD 22.5 billion. Adjusted EPS increased by 17 % to $ 1.70. The order backlog has reached $251 bn (of which $130 bn is defence) and, with sales of around $81 bn in 2024, should ensure full capacity utilization for at least the next few years. Due to the positive development, liabilities of USD 2.9 billion will be repaid and USD 0.90 billion paid out to shareholders.
The annual forecast for the full year 2025 has been revised upwards:
- organic sales growth 8-9 % instead of 6-7 % previously
- adjusted EPS $ 6.10 - 6.20 instead of previously $ 5.80 - 5.95