Summary
United Technologies Corporation (RTX) reported a solid performance for the second quarter and first half of 2010, demonstrating a recovery from the 2009 economic downturn. Revenues increased by 5.3% year-over-year for the quarter and 2.1% for the six-month period, driven by organic growth and strategic acquisitions, notably the GE Security business. Net income attributable to common shareholders rose by approximately 13.7% for the quarter and 16.4% for the six months, indicating improved profitability. The company also managed its costs effectively, with Selling, General & Administrative expenses decreasing as a percentage of sales, and gross margins improving significantly. The company's aerospace businesses, including Pratt & Whitney and Sikorsky, showed strength, particularly with increased military revenues at Sikorsky. Commercial businesses also exhibited signs of recovery, with Carrier seeing organic revenue growth and UTC Fire & Security benefiting significantly from the GE Security acquisition. RTX's commitment to shareholder returns is evident through continued share repurchases and dividend payments, while maintaining a solid financial position with healthy operating cash flows and manageable debt levels.
Financial Highlights
46 data points| Revenue | $13.80B |
| Cost of Revenue | $7.47B |
| Gross Profit | $3.79B |
| R&D Expenses | $459.00M |
| SG&A Expenses | $1.49B |
| Operating Income | $1.88B |
| Interest Expense | $192.00M |
| Net Income | $1.11B |
| EPS (Basic) | $1.22 |
| EPS (Diluted) | $1.20 |
| Shares Outstanding (Basic) | 910.40M |
| Shares Outstanding (Diluted) | 925.40M |
Key Highlights
- 1Total revenues increased by 5.3% in Q2 2010 and 2.1% for the first six months of 2010 compared to the prior year periods.
- 2Net income attributable to common shareowners grew by 13.7% to $1.11 billion for Q2 2010 and by 16.4% to $1.98 billion for the first six months of 2010.
- 3The acquisition of GE Security business for approximately $1.8 billion was a significant investment in the first half of 2010, contributing to revenue growth.
- 4Operating profit margins improved across most segments, indicating effective cost management and operational efficiencies.
- 5Shareholders received dividends totaling $0.85 per share for the first six months of 2010, an increase from $0.77 in the prior year.
- 6The company continued its share repurchase program, demonstrating a commitment to returning capital to shareholders.
- 7Sikorsky experienced a significant 22% revenue increase in Q2 2010, primarily driven by higher military revenues.