RTX Reports 12% Sales Growth in Q3 2025, Raises Full-Year Outlook
Arlington, Tuesday, 21 October 2025.
RTX Corporation announced a 12% sales increase to $22.5 billion in Q3 2025 with adjusted EPS rising by 17% to $1.70. The company raised its full-year guidance, reflecting strong operational performance and robust demand.
Strong Q3 Financial Performance
RTX Corporation (NYSE: RTX) reported a significant 12% increase in sales for the third quarter of 2025, amounting to $22.5 billion. The company’s adjusted earnings per share (EPS) rose by 17% to $1.70, reflecting robust operational performance and effective cost management strategies [1][2].
Operational Highlights and Strategic Moves
RTX’s operating cash flow reached $4.6 billion, with a free cash flow of $4.0 billion, underscoring its financial health and operational efficiency. The company has a substantial backlog of $251 billion, comprising $148 billion in commercial contracts and $103 billion in defense contracts. This backlog reflects RTX’s strong market positioning and future revenue potential [1][3]. Moreover, the company returned $0.9 billion to shareholders and reduced its debt by $2.9 billion, showcasing its commitment to shareholder value and financial prudence [2].
Strategic Divestitures and Growth
In line with its strategic initiatives, RTX completed the divestiture of its Collins actuation and flight control business, which aligns with its focus on core operations. This divestiture is part of a broader strategy to streamline operations and focus on high-growth areas. The company also received $37 billion in new awards during the quarter, indicating strong global demand for its products [1][4].
Raising Full-Year Outlook
Reflecting its strong performance and growing demand, RTX has revised its full-year 2025 outlook. The company now expects adjusted sales to be between $86.5 billion and $87.0 billion, up from the previous forecast of $84.75 billion to $85.5 billion. Additionally, RTX has increased its adjusted EPS guidance to a range of $6.10 to $6.20, up from $5.80 to $5.95, and confirmed a free cash flow forecast of $7.0 billion to $7.5 billion [3][5].