Stock Analysis on Net

RTX Corp. (NYSE:RTX)

$24.99

Debt to Equity
since 2005

Microsoft Excel

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Calculation

RTX Corp., debt to equity, long-term trends, calculation

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Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2025-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2024-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-12-31).

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The debt to equity ratio for the period examined exhibits considerable fluctuation. Initially, the ratio demonstrates a generally decreasing trend from 2005 to 2007, followed by a significant increase in 2008. Subsequent years show volatility before a substantial shift in 2020 and beyond.

Initial Period (2005-2007)
From 2005 to 2007, the debt to equity ratio declined from 0.48 to 0.43. This indicates a strengthening of the equity position relative to debt during this period, suggesting reduced financial leverage.
Significant Increase (2008-2009)
A marked increase in the ratio occurred in 2008, rising to 0.72, and remained elevated in 2009 at 0.49. This suggests an increase in debt financing or a decrease in equity, potentially due to economic conditions or strategic financial decisions. The subsequent decrease in 2009 could be attributed to recovery or adjustments in capital structure.
Volatility and Peak Leverage (2010-2018)
The years 2010 through 2018 demonstrate a period of fluctuating debt to equity ratios, generally trending upwards. The ratio peaked in 2018 at 1.18, representing the highest level of financial leverage observed throughout the analyzed timeframe. This indicates a substantial reliance on debt financing relative to equity.
Dramatic Shift and Stabilization (2019-2025)
A significant decrease in the ratio occurred in 2020, falling to 0.44, and remained relatively stable through 2022 at approximately 0.43-0.44. This suggests a substantial reduction in debt or a significant increase in equity, potentially through retained earnings or new equity issuance. From 2023 to 2025, the ratio increased slightly to 0.58, indicating a modest increase in leverage, but remaining considerably lower than the peak observed in 2018.

Overall, the debt to equity ratio demonstrates a cyclical pattern with periods of increasing and decreasing leverage. The most notable changes are the substantial increase in 2008, the peak in 2018, and the significant reduction beginning in 2020. The recent stabilization suggests a more balanced capital structure as of 2025.


Comparison to Competitors

RTX Corp., debt to equity, long-term trends, comparison to competitors

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Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2025-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2024-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-12-31).


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