Summary
RTX Corporation reported strong financial performance for the second quarter and first half of 2026, demonstrating significant year-over-year growth across key metrics. Total net sales increased by 14.5% to $24.7 billion for the quarter and 11.7% to $46.8 billion for the first half, driven by robust organic growth across all segments: Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Profitability also saw substantial improvement, with operating profit rising 31% to $2.8 billion for the quarter and 33% to $5.4 billion for the first half. This was supported by strong operational execution, favorable sales volume, and the absence of a significant customer bankruptcy charge recorded in the prior year. Diluted earnings per share (EPS) also showed considerable strength, increasing to $1.57 for the quarter and $3.08 for the first half, up from $1.22 and $2.36, respectively, in the comparable periods of 2025. The company maintained a healthy balance sheet with a solid cash position and managed its debt effectively.
Key Highlights
- 1Total net sales increased by 14.5% to $24.7 billion in Q2 2026 and by 11.7% to $46.8 billion in H1 2026, driven by broad-based organic growth across all segments.
- 2Operating profit surged by 31% to $2.8 billion in Q2 2026 and by 33% to $5.4 billion in H1 2026, reflecting improved operational performance and higher sales volumes.
- 3Diluted EPS grew to $1.57 in Q2 2026 and $3.08 in H1 2026, up from $1.22 and $2.36 in the prior year periods, indicating enhanced profitability per share.
- 4The defense sector demonstrated significant strength, with Raytheon reporting an 18% increase in net sales for the quarter and substantial defense bookings of $19.9 billion for Q2 2026.
- 5Pratt & Whitney saw strong growth, particularly in commercial aftermarket sales, contributing to a 16% increase in net sales for the quarter.
- 6Collins Aerospace also reported an 8% increase in net sales for the quarter, driven by commercial aerospace OEM and aftermarket sales.
- 7RTX maintained a strong liquidity position with $8.3 billion in cash and cash equivalents as of June 30, 2026.