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StocksMediumUpdated×2•Originally published 16 April 2026•Updated 17 April 2026•

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RTX Secures Massive $50 Billion Defense Contract as Backlog Hits Record $268 Billion

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Key Facts

1Raytheon Missiles and Defense secured a $904.6 million contract modification for the low-rate initial production of the Lower Tier Air and Missile Defense System.

about 2 months ago

Version History

Version 2about 2 months ago

What changed: Updated the story to include the massive $50 billion Patriot missile contract and RTX's record-breaking $268 billion backlog.

Version 1about 2 months ago

What changed: The story was updated to include Lockheed Martin's new satellite contract win and highlight shared financial challenges across the defense sector.

RTX's growth outlook has surged following the securing of a massive $50 billion multi-year contract with the U.S. Department of Defense for Patriot missile defense systems. This landmark agreement has propelled the company's total backlog to a record high of $268 billion, significantly improving long-term revenue visibility. The deal encompasses production and sustainment for both U.S. and allied militaries, dwarfing previous contract modifications of $904.6 million. Meanwhile, Lockheed Martin (LMT) continues its $105 million operations for GPS IIIF satellites. Despite these historic operational wins, analysts remain focused on RTX's high P/E ratio and LMT's margin pressures. These developments underscore an extraordinary momentum in global military spending, even as technical valuation challenges persist for both defense giants.