RTX's Defence Demand Story Just Got Another Tailwind
Iran's ceasefire rejection accelerates an already powerful rearmament cycle. With a $200 billion backlog and 25% revenue growth over four years, RTX is positioned for sustained expansion.
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Iran's ceasefire rejection accelerates an already powerful rearmament cycle. With a $200 billion backlog and 25% revenue growth over four years, RTX is positioned for sustained expansion.
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