TXT · 10-Q · 2026Q4 · Full report

Research and Development Expense

TEXTRON INC · 2026-10-29 · Importance 23 · Surprise 22

Research and development costs decreased $8 million, or 7%, in the third quarter and $41 million, or 11%, in the first nine months of 2026 compared with 2025. The year-to-date reduction included $22 million at Bell, reflecting lower costs on several programs, and $10 million at Textron Systems, due to reduced spending on certain U.S. Government development programs. Bell’s research and development costs declined 20% year to date, while Textron Systems’ declined 26%.

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