Stock Analysis on Net

RTX Corp. (NYSE:RTX)

$24.99

Price to Earnings (P/E)
since 2005

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Calculation

RTX Corp., P/E, 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).

1 US$

2 Data adjusted for splits and stock dividends.

3 Closing price as at the filing date of RTX Corp. Annual Report.


The price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio for the observed period exhibits considerable fluctuation. Initially, from 2006 to 2008, the P/E ratio demonstrated a generally decreasing trend, moving from 18.76 to 16.61. A significant drop occurred in 2009, reaching a low of 9.57, before recovering somewhat to 16.33 in 2010. The period between 2010 and 2015 saw continued volatility, with the ratio oscillating between approximately 9.31 and 17.84. A notable increase began in 2016, peaking at 24.41 in 2019, followed by a sharp decline in 2020, where the P/E ratio is not available due to negative earnings per share. From 2021 onwards, the P/E ratio has remained elevated, fluctuating between 27.59 and 39.61, indicating a potentially increasing valuation relative to earnings.

Overall Trend
The P/E ratio does not demonstrate a consistent long-term trend. Instead, it is characterized by periods of relative stability interspersed with significant increases and decreases. The most recent values suggest a higher valuation compared to the earlier part of the observed period.
Impact of Earnings
The P/E ratio’s fluctuations are closely linked to changes in earnings per share. The substantial drop in 2009 coincided with a period of economic uncertainty, and the unavailable P/E ratio in 2020 is directly attributable to negative earnings. Increases in earnings generally corresponded with increases in the P/E ratio, although the relationship is not always linear.
Recent Performance (2021-2026)
From 2021 to 2026, the P/E ratio has remained consistently above 27, reaching a high of 39.61. This suggests that investors have been willing to pay a premium for each dollar of earnings during this period. The continued high valuation may indicate positive market sentiment or expectations of future growth.
Volatility
The P/E ratio exhibits considerable volatility throughout the period. This suggests that the company’s valuation is sensitive to changes in earnings and broader market conditions. The range between the lowest and highest P/E ratios observed is substantial, indicating a degree of risk associated with investing in the company.

Comparison to Competitors

RTX Corp., P/E, 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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