With significant upside potential, RTX Corporation (NYSE:RTX) secures a spot on our list of the 10 Best Defense Contractor Stocks to Buy Now.
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On September 22, 2025, RTX Corporation (NYSE:RTX) completed a critical review of its new Advanced Electronic Warfare (ADVEW) prototypes for the U.S. Navy’s F/A-18E/F Super Hornet, which is a system designed to replace current electronic warfare equipment and improve the aircraft’s defensive capabilities.
With the review, RTX Corporation (NYSE:RTX) validated software progress, hardware integration, and alignment with government architecture. This keeps the program on track for the Navy’s accelerated fielding timeline.
Pratt & Whitney, a global aerospace and defense leader, delivers aviation, integrated defense systems, and next-generation technologies for governments and commercial customers globally. It is one of the Best Defense Contractor Stocks.
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