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RTX raises 2026 outlook as Q3 growth pushes backlog to record $340 billion

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RTX lifted its full-year 2026 forecasts for adjusted sales, earnings per share and free cash flow after reporting double-digit sales and earnings growth in the third quarter. Strong demand for commercial aerospace services and military programs drove a record $340 billion backlog; Pratt & Whitney’s commercial aftermarket sales rose 21% year over year.

Discovered 2026-10-20T04:04:31.705661-07:00 | 2026-10-20T04:04:31.705661-07:00

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What Hype is tracking

  • The $340 billion backlog and raised 2026 outlook show sustained demand across RTX’s commercial aerospace and defense businesses, with implications for production, capacity and supplier planning.
  • Pratt & Whitney’s commercial services and parts sales rose 21% year over year in Q3, underscoring the scale of GTF aftermarket demand; a customer insolvency was also reported as a headwind to results.

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