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1. TXT_____BUY_____Textron Inc.
2. AAXN_____GRAB_____Axon Enterprise, Inc.
3. AIRI_____BUY_____Air Industries Group
4. AOBC_____BUY_____American Outdoor Brands Corporation
5. DCO_____GRAB_____Ducommun Incorporated
6. GD_____GRAB_____General Dynamics Corporation
7. HEI_____GRAB_____HEICO Corporation
8. HEI-A_____GRAB_____HEICO Corporation
9. HXL_____GRAB_____Hexcel Corporation
10. KAMN_____GRAB_____Kaman Corporation
11. KLXI_____BUY_____KLX Inc.
12. LLL_____BUY_____L3 Technologies, Inc.
13. MOG-A_____BUY_____Moog Inc.
14. NPK_____BUY_____National Presto Industries, Inc.
15. RGR_____BUY_____Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc.
16. RTN_____BUY_____Raytheon Company
17. UTX_____GRAB_____United Technologies Corporation
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The 50-day moving average for TXT moved below the 200-day moving average on August 20, 2026. This could be a long-term bearish signal for the stock as the stock shifts to an downward trend.
The Momentum Indicator moved below the 0 level on August 18, 2026. You may want to consider selling the stock, shorting the stock, or exploring put options on TXT as a result. In of 92 cases where the Momentum Indicator fell below 0, the stock fell further within the subsequent month. The odds of a continued downward trend are .
The Moving Average Convergence Divergence Histogram (MACD) for TXT turned negative on August 17, 2026. This could be a sign that the stock is set to turn lower in the coming weeks. Traders may want to sell the stock or buy put options. Tickeron's A.I.dvisor looked at 50 similar instances when the indicator turned negative. In of the 50 cases the stock turned lower in the days that followed. This puts the odds of success at .
TXT moved below its 50-day moving average on July 28, 2026 date and that indicates a change from an upward trend to a downward trend.
The 10-day moving average for TXT crossed bearishly below the 50-day moving average on July 31, 2026. This indicates that the trend has shifted lower and could be considered a sell signal. In of 19 past instances when the 10-day crossed below the 50-day, the stock continued to move higher over the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are .
Following a 3-day decline, the stock is projected to fall further. Considering past instances where TXT declined for three days, the price rose further in of 62 cases within the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are .
The RSI Indicator entered the oversold zone -- be on the watch for TXT's price rising or consolidating in the future. That's also the time to consider buying the stock or exploring call options.
The Stochastic Oscillator demonstrated that the ticker has stayed in the oversold zone for 2 days, which means it's wise to expect a price bounce in the near future.
Following a 3-day Advance, the price is estimated to grow further. Considering data from situations where TXT advanced for three days, in of 321 cases, the price rose further within the following month. The odds of a continued upward trend are .
TXT may jump back above the lower band and head toward the middle band. Traders may consider buying the stock or exploring call options.
The Aroon Indicator entered an Uptrend today. In of 245 cases where TXT Aroon's Indicator entered an Uptrend, the price rose further within the following month. The odds of a continued Uptrend are .
The Tickeron Valuation Rating of (best 1 - 100 worst) indicates that the company is fair valued in the industry. This rating compares market capitalization estimated by our proprietary formula with the current market capitalization. This rating is based on the following metrics, as compared to industry averages: P/B Ratio (1.771) is normal, around the industry mean (6.821). P/E Ratio (15.621) is within average values for comparable stocks, (60.208). Projected Growth (PEG Ratio) (1.110) is also within normal values, averaging (8.077). Dividend Yield (0.001) settles around the average of (0.017) among similar stocks. P/S Ratio (0.959) is also within normal values, averaging (19.956).
The Tickeron PE Growth Rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), pointing to consistent earnings growth. The PE Growth rating is based on a comparative analysis of stock PE ratio increase over the last 12 months compared against S&P 500 index constituents.
The Tickeron Price Growth Rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating fairly steady price growth. TXT’s price grows at a lower rate over the last 12 months as compared to S&P 500 index constituents.
The Tickeron SMR rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating strong sales and a profitable business model. SMR (Sales, Margin, Return on Equity) rating is based on comparative analysis of weighted Sales, Income Margin and Return on Equity values compared against S&P 500 index constituents. The weighted SMR value is a proprietary formula developed by Tickeron and represents an overall profitability measure for a stock.
The Tickeron Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating that the returns do not compensate for the risks. TXT’s unstable profits reported over time resulted in significant Drawdowns within these last five years. A stable profit reduces stock drawdown and volatility. The average Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for the industry is 74, placing this stock worse than average.
The average fundamental analysis ratings, where 1 is best and 100 is worst, are as follows
an industrial conglomerate which manufactures aircrafts, automotive engines, industrial products, and military equipment
Industry AerospaceDefense