RTXNEUTRAL

RTX Debt-to-Equity Ratio Analysis

0.56x

Higher than 41% of Industrials sector peers

Updated 132h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

RTX’s debt-to-equity ratio of 0.56x means the company uses 56 cents of debt for every dollar of shareholders’ equity, a measure of financial leverage.

Sector Performance

41th percentile

RTX

0.56x

Sector Median

0.63x

Sector Avg

0.72x

Prior Period

0.59x(Apr 2026)

↑ Improving

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Deep Analysis

RTX’s debt-to-equity ratio of 0.56x means the company uses 56 cents of debt for every dollar of shareholders’ equity, a measure of financial leverage.

This sits below the Industrials sector median of 0.63x, placing RTX at the 42nd percentile among sector peers, so its leverage is slightly lower than typical for the group. The metric’s trend is N/A, with no year-over-year change or quarter-over-quarter change available to assess momentum. Given the level is moderate and the trend cannot be evaluated, the ratio offers no clear directional signal for investment risk or opportunity. This supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict, as the debt level is neither unusually low nor high enough to shift the assessment.

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 0.63x, placing it in the 41th percentile.

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

The closest Industrials peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio include: PWR (0.63x), ADP (0.63x), ROP (0.61x), CHRW (0.79x), JOBY (0.36x).

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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.