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RTX Debt-to-Equity Ratio Analysis

0.56x

Higher than 37% of Industrials sector peers

Updated 26h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

At 0.56x, RTX's debt-to-equity ratio means the company uses $0.56 of debt for every $1.00 of shareholders' equity, indicating a lower reliance on borrowing relative to its own capital.

Sector Performance

37th percentile

RTX

0.56x

Sector Median

0.72x

Sector Avg

0.79x

Prior Period

0.59x(Apr 2026)

↑ Improving

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Deep Analysis

At 0.56x, RTX's debt-to-equity ratio means the company uses $0.56 of debt for every $1.00 of shareholders' equity, indicating a lower reliance on borrowing relative to its own capital.

This is below the Industrials sector median of 0.72x, placing RTX in the 37th percentile among peers—meaning 63% of sector companies have higher debt levels. Because the year-over-year change is N/A and the quarter-over-quarter change is N/A, there is no data to assess whether the ratio is rising or falling. The combination of a below-median debt level with no trend information implies limited immediate financial risk from leverage, but also offers no insight into improving or deteriorating balance sheet discipline. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict, as the conservative debt profile is a positive factor but lacks the momentum or outlier status to justify a bullish or bearish tilt.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Debt-to-Equity Ratio tell investors about RTX?

Shows how much a company is financing its operations through debt vs shareholder funds. High D/E can amplify returns — and losses.

How is the Debt-to-Equity Ratio calculated?

Debt-to-Equity Ratio is calculated as: Total Debt / Shareholders' Equity.

How does RTX's Debt-to-Equity Ratio compare to its sector?

RTX's Debt-to-Equity Ratio of 0.56x compares to a Industrials sector median of 0.72x, placing it in the 37th percentile.

Who are RTX's closest peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio?

The closest Industrials peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio include: PWR (0.65x), CHRW (0.79x), ADP (0.63x), ROP (0.56x), CARR (0.90x).

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The Formula

Total Debt / Shareholders' Equity

Why It Matters

Shows how much a company is financing its operations through debt vs shareholder funds. High D/E can amplify returns — and losses.