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Textron is a conglomerate that designs, manufactures, and services a range of specialty aircraft including small jets, propeller-driven airplanes, helicopters, and tilt-rotor aircraft. Textron Aviation manufactures and services Cessna and Beechcraft planes. Bell is a helicopter and tilt-rotor manufacturer and servicer for both commercial and military customers. Textron Systems produces uncrewed aircraft and armored vehicles for the military market as well as aircraft simulators and training for the commercial and military markets. Textron Industrial contains the Kautex business, which manufactures plastic fuel tanks for conventional and hybrid motor vehicles, and other subsidiaries that produce specialized vehicles such as golf carts and all-terrain vehicles.

Textron's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TXT#NYSE">TXT</a>) short percent of float has risen 23.75% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 5.08 million shares sold short, which is 3.23% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 4.47 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
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<h3>Textron Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1751562056_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Textron has grown since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to fall in the near-term but traders should be aware that more shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Textron's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Textron's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 5.05%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and was reviewed by an editor.

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Goldman Sachs analyst Noah Poponak downgrades Textron (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TXT#NYSE">TXT</a>) from Buy to Neutral and lowers the price target from $95 to $85.

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During the Paris Air Show, Textron Aviation Defense LLC., a <a href="https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.textron.com%2F&amp;esheet=54278008&amp;newsitemid=20250618711147&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=Textron+Inc.&amp;index=1&amp;md5=fb94da89109dfde196e2fef11daa8c23">Textron Inc.</a> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TXT#NYSE">TXT</a>) company, and <a href="https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.taithailand.com%2FEN%2Fhome&amp;esheet=54278008&amp;newsitemid=20250618711147&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=Thai+Aviation+Industries+Co.%2C+Ltd.&amp;index=2&amp;md5=392a27b6f128a20f5f9efb0116a35f6a">Thai Aviation Industries Co., Ltd.</a> signed a Memorandum of Agreement to work together on a sustainment program for the Royal Thai Air Force (RTAF). This program will support RTAF's fleets of Beechcraft T-6TH and AT-6TH aircraft.
The <a href="https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fdefense.txtav.com%2Fen%2Ft-6c&amp;esheet=54278008&amp;newsitemid=20250618711147&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=Beechcraft+T-6TH&amp;index=3&amp;md5=20e6ecbd7088577f7b76784d438c92a6">Beechcraft T-6TH</a> trainer and <a href="https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fdefense.txtav.com%2Fen%2Fat-6&amp;esheet=54278008&amp;newsitemid=20250618711147&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=AT-6TH&amp;index=4&amp;md5=f441984abdd2e546873446069d7d552d">AT-6TH</a> light attack aircraft are designed and manufactured by <a href="https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fdefense.txtav.com%2F&amp;esheet=54278008&amp;newsitemid=20250618711147&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=Textron+Aviation+Defense+LLC&amp;index=5&amp;md5=ce0632406b13c618d1d3e096f4a67fa4">Textron Aviation Defense LLC</a>., a wholly owned subsidiary of <a href="https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Ftxtav.com%2F&amp;esheet=54278008&amp;newsitemid=20250618711147&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=Textron+Aviation+Inc.&amp;index=6&amp;md5=0d8933d54285b3e2e453faf7b4a262c8">Textron Aviation Inc.</a>
Textron Aviation Defense, based in Wichita, Kansas, USA, is the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) for these aircraft. Thai Aviation Industries, located in Bangkok, Thailand, is the prime contractor for this program and has a long history of providing support for RTAF.
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Jefferies Maintains Buy on Textron, Raises Price Target to $95

A mix of bullish catalysts is poised to lift investor sentiment Wednesday, as President Donald Trump confirmed a China trade deal and fresh inflation data came in softer <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/economic-data/25/06/45881899/inflation-resumes-climb-in-may-but-tariffs-have-yet-to-hit-consumers">than expected for May.</a>
Trump declared a sweeping new trade agreement with China via Truth Social following two days of negotiations in London, suggesting major concessions from Beijing and lighter U.S. obligations.
&#8220;Full magnets, and any necessary rare earths, will be supplied, up front, by China,&#8221; Trump said, adding that the U.S. would reciprocate by allowing Chinese students access to U.S. colleges. 
The deal, pending final approval with Chinese President Xi Jinping, includes a significant tariff shift. The U.S. will continue applying tariffs totaling 55% on selected Chinese imports, while China will impose a 10% tariff rate on U.S. goods.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Inflation Rises Less Than Expected In May, Easing Tariff Anxiety</h3>
U.S. consumer inflation was softer than expected in May, reinforcing expectations for Federal Reserve rate cuts later this year.
The Consumer Price Index rose 2.4% from a year earlier, undercutting the 2.5% forecasted by economists and edging slightly above April's 2.3% reading. On a monthly basis, prices climbed just 0.1%, slower than both the prior month's 0.2% and the consensus estimate.
Core CPI—which excludes food and energy—held steady at 2.8% year over year, missing the 2.9% projection. Month over month, core prices advanced only 0.1%, undershooting the expected 0.3%.
Energy prices were a major drag, falling 1% in May. Gasoline plunged 2.6%, reversing the prior month's rise. On the flip side, services like medical care and motor vehicle insurance saw upward pressure.
&#8220;With lower-than-expected numbers across the board and a trade deal with China that was agreed to in London, the narrative around tariff-induced inflation should subside,&#8221; said Chris Zaccarelli, chief investment officer for Northlight Asset Management.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">How Close Are We to New Highs?</h3>
In premarket trading, the S&amp;P 500 index traded at 6,050, up 0.20%, while the Nasdaq 100 added 0.25% to reach 21,990.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average gained 0.1% to 42,924.
Both the S&amp;P 500 and Nasdaq 100 are now less than 2 percentage points from their all-time highs, at 1.6% and 1.1% away, respectively.
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<li>Textron Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TXT#NYSE">TXT</a>) climbed 3.03% to $78.15</li>
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The global defense landscape is rapidly evolving, driven by intensifying geopolitical tensions and technological breakthroughs. At the forefront of this evolution is the rapid penetration of unmanned aerial systems (UAS) or military drones, a space where the Gabelli Commercial Aerospace &amp; Defense ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GCAD#NYSE">GCAD</a>) is <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/etfs">well-positioned for long-term expansion</a>.
According to Tony Bancroft, portfolio manager of GCAD, the drone industry is not merely evolving; it is poised to redefine modern warfare over the next decade, where the military drone industry will soar to new heights as Advanced AI and swarm technology will revolutionize warfare, enabling precise, autonomous missions.
The boom in military drone production cannot be understood in isolation from the current turbulent global environment. The Russia-Ukraine war has demonstrated the combat utility of drones in real-world operations — from surveillance to precision strikes — while also revealing the weaknesses of traditional military assets. At the same time, escalating tensions in the Indo-Pacific region, especially with China making maritime and territorial claims, have compelled nations such as India, Japan and Australia to expedite defense modernization initiatives, including the use of unmanned systems.
In the Middle East, asymmetric warfare and ongoing regional instability have also spurred demand for surveillance and tactical drone capabilities. With drone technologies now an integral part of both deterrence and rapid-response strategies, worldwide military drone expenditures are set to hit $24 billion by 2030, Bancroft said.
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<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Six Pillars Of Drone-Driven Defense Transformation</h1>
Bancroft identifies six major breakthroughs that will drive the drone industry in the next decade: &#8220;1. Advanced Autonomy and AI, 2. Battery and Propulsion Innovations, 3. Regulatory Environment allowing for more drone ops, 4. Urban Air Mobility (UAM) eVTOL, 5. 5G and Connectivity, and 6. Cost Reduction and Scalability,&#8221; said Bancroft.
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<li>Next-generation autonomy and AI, supporting real-time decision-making and mission completion with no human interaction.</li>
<li>Emerging battery and propulsion technologies, allowing increased operating range and longevity.</li>
<li>Evolving regulatory schemes, especially for airspace control, that support the increased widespread use of drones.</li>
<li>Development in UAM through eVTOLs with dual civilian and military use.</li>
<li>Rapid, low-latency communications using 5G and satellite network technology.</li>
<li>Cost-effectiveness and scalability, making large-scale drone deployment a practical and economically sustainable reality.</li>
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These innovations would serve as the afterburners to accelerate growth in military drones.
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">The March Toward Autonomy, Swarm Warfare</h1>
Semi-autonomous swarms of drones are already in use in some situations, with limited battlefield applications anticipated in the next few years. But full autonomy, AI-directed swarms are still dependent on solving critical technical hurdles, including real-time communication in hostile environments and trustworthy AI decision-making in combat.
Autonomy, as groundbreaking as it is, also brings new dangers. Cybersecurity has become a top priority.
&#8220;Advanced autonomy heightens risks of cyberattacks with more entry points for hackers to exploit vulnerabilities,&#8221; Bancroft said. &#8220;We will require AI-driven threat detection and resilient architectures to ensure secure autonomous operations.&#8221;
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Hypersonic and Stealth Drones: The Next Technological Frontier</h1>
Swarm intelligence aside, the future generation of drones will be hypersonic, stealthy and much deadlier. Hypersonic drones are being worked on, but are still constrained by physics-constrained engineering challenges.
&#8220;Extreme heat at hypersonic speeds requires advanced materials to prevent structural failure. Balancing radar-evading stealth with aerodynamic demands remains technically challenging,&#8221; Bancroft said. &#8220;Stable, efficient engines for sustained hypersonic flight are still under development.&#8221;
As UAS continues to grow more sophisticated, they are poised to assume high-risk missions from manned systems.
&#8220;Stealthy, hypersonic drones will likely dominate due to their speed, survivability, and ability to operate in high-risk environments without risking human lives,&#8221; Bancroft stated. &#8220;Manned aircraft will shift toward roles like command-and-control or specialized missions, leveraging human decision-making in complex scenarios.&#8221;
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<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Changing Defense Doctrine and Counter-Drones</h1>
The old defense doctrine is changing with this transition. Land operations are progressively supplemented — if not replaced — by network-centric warfare, with drones incorporated into live data and target systems.
&#8220;Defense strategies now prioritize integrated drone swarms and AI-driven systems for real-time surveillance, targeting, and strikes, reducing reliance on ground forces,&#8221; Bancroft said. &#8220;Traditional strategies are incorporating advanced anti-drone technologies, like electronic warfare and laser systems, to counter enemy UAV threats. Just today, I read an article about the Marine Corps looking to incorporate a counter-drone weapon to their Amphibious Combat Vehicle (ACV).&#8221;
Nations are also increasing their investments in drones. The U.S. is still the leader, but China and India are quickly expanding their programs.
&#8220;India is becoming one of the fastest-expanding markets for military drones,&#8221; Bancroft added. The <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/45090666/nuclear-armed-india-pakistan-heading-for-war-polymarket-bettors-think-yes-amid-pak-ministers-imminent-attack-remark">ongoing tensions boiling over between India and Pakistan</a> might fuel demand even more.
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">GCAD&#8217;s Diversification Within The Drone Landscape</h1>
GCAD&#8217;s portfolio accurately reflects these newer trends. At least 80% of its assets are dedicated to income-bearing aerospace and defense equities that, in turn, are primarily positioned at the vanguard of drone and anti-drone innovations. According to Bancroft, these firms are at the forefront of secular growth in unmanned defense platforms.
Palantir Technologies (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTR#NASDAQ">PLTR</a>), which offers AI-driven threat detection and battlefield analytics, just won a $150 billion contract for the &#8220;Golden Dome&#8221; missile defense system, noted Bancroft.
Anduril Industries, an emerging defense technology company, is building autonomous systems under a $99 million U.S. Department of Defense contract, and has teamed with Palantir.
Textron Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TXT#NYSE">TXT</a>), through its Aerosonde UAS, and Honeywell International Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HON#NASDAQ">HON</a>), a provider of propulsion and sensor systems, are both poised for expansion as demand increases for advanced aviation systems, Bancroft said.
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Looking Ahead To 2035</h1>
Bancroft describes the battlefield in 2035 as one that is controlled by autonomous swarms operating across air, land, sea and cyber domains, backed by AI-driven command systems and sophisticated counter-drone energy weapons.
&#8220;Drone warfare in 2035 features vast, autonomous swarms with advanced AI, coordinating complex attacks with minimal human input, unlike today&#8217;s human-piloted or semi-autonomous drones,&#8221; he said.
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Conclusion</h1>
Increased demand for military drones, driven by geopolitical volatility and technological breakthroughs, is remaking the world defense industry. Through its stakes in leaders at the forefront of these innovations, GCAD is positioning itself in the next generation of defense technology — one where autonomy, velocity and strategic information come before manpower alone.
While the military is shifting from boots on the ground to bots in the air, GCAD seems poised to ride and profit from this tectonic shift in global defense.
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Textron (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TXT#NYSE">TXT</a>) affirms FY2025 Adj EPS guidance from $6.00-$6.20 to $6.00-$6.20 vs $6.08 analyst estimate..

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Textron Affirms FY2025 Adj EPS Guidance of $6.00-$6.20 vs $6.08 Est

Textron (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TXT#NYSE">TXT</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $1.28 per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $1.12 by 14.29 percent. This is a 6.67 percent increase over earnings of $1.20 per share from the same period last year. The company reported quarterly sales of $3.31 billion which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $3.25 billion by 1.74 percent. This is a 5.45 percent increase over sales of $3.13 billion the same period last year.

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Textron Q1 Adj. EPS $1.28 Beats $1.12 Estimate, Sales $3.31B Beat $3.25B Estimate

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Earnings Scheduled For April 24, 2025

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Textron (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TXT#NYSE">TXT</a>) is preparing to release its quarterly earnings on Thursday, 2025-04-24. Here's a brief overview of what investors should keep in mind before the announcement.
Analysts expect Textron to report an earnings per share (EPS) of $1.16.
Anticipation surrounds Textron's announcement, with investors hoping to hear about both surpassing estimates and receiving positive guidance for the next quarter.
New investors should understand that while earnings performance is important, market reactions are often driven by guidance.
<h3>Past Earnings Performance</h3>
During the last quarter, the company reported an EPS beat by $0.09, leading to a 0.26% drop in the share price on the subsequent day.
Here's a look at Textron's past performance and the resulting price change:

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<thead>
<tr>
<th>Quarter</th>
<th>Q4 2024</th>
<th>Q3 2024</th>
<th>Q2 2024</th>
<th>Q1 2024</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>EPS Estimate</td>
<td>1.25</td>
<td>1.49</td>
<td>1.49</td>
<td>1.13</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>EPS Actual</td>
<td>1.34</td>
<td>1.40</td>
<td>1.54</td>
<td>1.20</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Price Change %</td>
<td>-0.0%</td>
<td>1.0%</td>
<td>-2.0%</td>
<td>2.0%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1745420606_0.png" alt="eps graph" />
<h3>Textron Share Price Analysis</h3>
Shares of Textron were trading at $65.45 as of April 22. Over the last 52-week period, shares are down 20.86%. Given that these returns are generally negative, long-term shareholders are likely bearish going into this earnings release. 
<h3>Analyst Observations about Textron</h3>
Understanding market sentiments and expectations within the industry is crucial for investors. This analysis delves into the latest insights on Textron.
A total of 5 analyst ratings have been received for Textron, with the consensus rating being Neutral. The average one-year price target stands at $87.4, suggesting a potential 33.54% upside.
<h3>Comparing Ratings Among Industry Peers</h3>
The below comparison of the analyst ratings and average 1-year price targets of Curtiss-Wright, Woodward and BWX Technologies, three prominent players in the industry, gives insights for their relative performance expectations and market positioning.
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<li>Analysts currently favor an Neutral trajectory for Curtiss-Wright, with an average 1-year price target of $357.0, suggesting a potential 445.45% upside.</li>
<li>Analysts currently favor an Neutral trajectory for Woodward, with an average 1-year price target of $197.8, suggesting a potential 202.22% upside.</li>
<li>Analysts currently favor an Buy trajectory for BWX Technologies, with an average 1-year price target of $140.0, suggesting a potential 113.9% upside.</li>
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<h3>Comprehensive Peer Analysis Summary</h3>
The peer analysis summary presents essential metrics for Curtiss-Wright, Woodward and BWX Technologies, unveiling their respective standings within the industry and providing valuable insights into their market positions and comparative performance.

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<th>Consensus</th>
<th>Revenue Growth</th>
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<td>Textron</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>-7.17%</td>
<td>$901M</td>
<td>1.99%</td>
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<td>Curtiss-Wright</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>4.90%</td>
<td>$317.43M</td>
<td>4.77%</td>
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<td>Woodward</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>-1.78%</td>
<td>$189.63M</td>
<td>3.97%</td>
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<td>BWX Technologies</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>2.86%</td>
<td>$174.37M</td>
<td>6.64%</td>
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Key Takeaway:
Textron ranks at the bottom for Revenue Growth among its peers. It is in the middle for Gross Profit. For Return on Equity, Textron is at the bottom compared to its peers.
<h3>All You Need to Know About Textron</h3>
Textron is a conglomerate that designs, manufactures, and services a range of specialty aircraft including small jets, propeller-driven airplanes, helicopters, and tilt-rotor aircraft. Textron Aviation manufactures and services Cessna and Beechcraft planes. Bell is a helicopter and tilt-rotor manufacturer and servicer for both commercial and military customers. Textron Systems produces uncrewed aircraft and armored vehicles for the military market as well as aircraft simulators and training for the commercial and military markets. Textron Industrial contains the Kautex business, which manufactures plastic fuel tanks for conventional and hybrid motor vehicles, and other subsidiaries that produce specialized vehicles such as golf carts and all-terrain vehicles.
<h3>Key Indicators: Textron's Financial Health</h3>
Market Capitalization: Indicating a reduced size compared to industry averages, the company's market capitalization poses unique challenges.
Revenue Growth: Textron's revenue growth over a period of 3 months has faced challenges. As of 31 December, 2024, the company experienced a revenue decline of approximately -7.17%. This indicates a decrease in the company's top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Industrials sector, the company faces challenges, achieving a growth rate lower than the average among peers.
Net Margin: Textron's net margin is below industry standards, pointing towards difficulties in achieving strong profitability. With a net margin of 3.9%, the company may encounter challenges in effective cost control.
Return on Equity (ROE): The company's ROE is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in efficiently using equity capital. With an ROE of 1.99%, the company may need to address challenges in generating satisfactory returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): Textron's ROA is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of 0.85%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial returns.
Debt Management: Textron's debt-to-equity ratio is below industry norms, indicating a sound financial structure with a ratio of 0.5.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/TXT/earnings">To track all earnings releases for Textron visit their earnings calendar on our site.</a>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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