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L3Harris outlines 2026 EPS of $12.25-$12.35 while reaffirming 2028 organic growth of 8% (NYSE:LHX)

L3Harris (LHX) reported Q3 2026 organic revenue growth of 9%, EPS of $3.28, and $1.3B in free cash flow. The company also announced a 2026 EPS guidance of $12.25-$12.35 and reaffirmed an 8% organic growth target for 2028, according to CEO Samir Mehta.

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Published Oct 29, 2026, 7:33 PM UTC
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Relevance
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Decision brief

The 30-second read

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Why it matters

The guidance signals slower earnings growth, which could trigger a sell‑off.

02

Market read

New EPS guidance is a primary market‑moving event for L3Harris and its peers.

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What to watch

Potential upside from upcoming contract awards not reflected in guidance.

Relevance 7/10Novelty 7/10Timing: after-hours release

Background

L3Harris is a major U.S. defense contractor; its earnings guidance influences sector sentiment.

Company-level read

Ticker impact

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Context

L3Harris provided Q3 2026 EPS guidance of $12.25-$12.35 and reaffirmed 8% organic growth for 2028, plus Q3 EPS of $3.28 and free cash flow of $1.3 B.

Expected impact

likely downside as investors price in slower earnings growth

Evidence & confidence

New EPS and growth guidance are primary disclosures that can move the share price.

Market effects

Defense and aerospace sector may see broader valuation adjustments.

U.S. defense stocks could be affected.

Limited to investors tracking defense earnings.

Counterpoint

If the backlog remains strong, the guidance may be overly conservative.

Key entities

  • L3Harris Technologies

    U.S. defense contractor providing the guidance.

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