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- symbol NOC
- Rev/Share 281.8441
- Book/Share 107.6618
- PB 5.4902
- Debt/Equity 1.1322
- CurrentRatio 1.0291
- ROIC 0.0905
- MktCap 84632607640.0
- FreeCF/Share 9.1023
- PFCF 64.7038
- PE 21.5306
- Debt/Assets 0.3542
- DivYield 0.0144
- ROE 0.2609
- Rating B+
- Score 3
- Recommendation Neutral
- P/E Score 3
- DCF Score 4
- P/B Score 1
- D/E Score 1
Recent Analyst Ratings
| Type | Ticker | Analyst Firm | Previous Rating | Current Rating | Previous Price Target | Current Price Target | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Downgrade | NOC | Deutsche Bank | Buy | Hold | -- | $542 | July 8, 2025 |
| Upgrade | NOC | Goldman | Sell | Neutral | -- | $521 | April 11, 2025 |
| Upgrade | NOC | RBC Capital Mkts | Sector Perform | Outperform | $500 | $575 | March 27, 2025 |
| Upgrade | NOC | Wolfe Research | Underperform | Peer Perform | -- | -- | Feb. 3, 2025 |
| Upgrade | NOC | Citigroup | Neutral | Buy | -- | $587 | Jan. 21, 2025 |
| Initiation | NOC | Truist | -- | Buy | -- | $544 | Jan. 14, 2025 |
| Upgrade | NOC | Wells Fargo | Equal Weight | Overweight | -- | $595 | Jan. 8, 2025 |
| Downgrade | NOC | Alembic Global Advisors | Overweight | Neutral | -- | $560 | Aug. 27, 2024 |
News
Why Is Northrop Grumman (NOC) Up 4.2% Since Last Earnings Report?
Published: August 21, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Northrop Grumman (NOC) reported earnings 30 days ago. What's next for the stock?
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Red 6 Partners with Northrop Grumman to accelerate the development and integration of autonomous systems
Published: July 30, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
ORLANDO, Fla. , July 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Red 6, a hardware-enabled software company revolutionizing military flight training, today announced its partnership with Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE: NOC) on the Beacon™ initiative – Northrop Grumman's open-access next-generation testbed ecosystem designed to rapidly deliver new autonomous mission capabilities.
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Merlin Signs Agreement with Northrop Grumman Corporation to Advance Next-Generation Autonomous Flight
Published: July 30, 2025 by: Business Wire
Sentiment: Neutral
BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Merlin, a leading developer of assured, autonomous flight technology for fixed-wing aircraft, today announced an agreement with Northrop Grumman to integrate the Merlin Pilot onto its next-generation testbed ecosystem, Beacon™. Unveiled in June 2025, Beacon™ is designed to accelerate the development of autonomous mission capabilities by providing an open-access environment where technology partners like Merlin can test, validate, and refine their systems in alignment wi.
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BAESY or NOC: Which Stock Stands Stronger in Today's Defense Boom?
Published: July 25, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
BAESY and NOC are both gaining from rising defense demand-but one is pulling ahead in growth and stock performance.
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Northrop Grumman's Sentinel Surprise Propels Analyst Confidence, Stock Forecast
Published: July 23, 2025 by: Benzinga
Sentiment: Positive
Northrop Grumman NOC reported second-quarter revenue of $10.35 billion, up 1% on a year-over-year basis, beating analyst estimates of $10.11 billion.
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Northrop Grumman Corporation (NOC) Q2 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
Published: July 22, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Neutral
Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE:NOC ) Q2 2025 Earnings Conference Call July 22, 2025 9:30 AM ET Company Participants Kathy J. Warden - Chair, CEO & President Kenneth B.
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Northrop Grumman Beats on Q2 Earnings & Revenues, Raises '25 EPS View
Published: July 22, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
NOC tops Q2 earnings and revenue estimates and raises its 2025 EPS guidance despite headwinds from the Space Systems unit.
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Northrop Grumman (NOC) Q2 Earnings: How Key Metrics Compare to Wall Street Estimates
Published: July 22, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral
While the top- and bottom-line numbers for Northrop Grumman (NOC) give a sense of how the business performed in the quarter ended June 2025, it could be worth looking at how some of its key metrics compare to Wall Street estimates and year-ago values.
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Northrop Grumman (NOC) Surpasses Q2 Earnings and Revenue Estimates
Published: July 22, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Northrop Grumman (NOC) came out with quarterly earnings of $7.11 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $6.71 per share. This compares to earnings of $6.36 per share a year ago.
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Lockheed Vs. RTX Vs. Northrop: Defense Giants Go Head-To-Head Before Earnings Blastoff
Published: July 21, 2025 by: Benzinga
Sentiment: Neutral
Three defense titans, three different flight paths — but only one may come out on top when Lockheed Martin (LMT), RTX Corp RTX, and Northrop Grumman Corp NOC report earnings Tuesday before the bell. With investors closely tracking valuation, momentum, and technicals, this aerospace earnings face-off is about to get turbulent.
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Will Poor Space Segment Performance Hit Northrop's Q2 Results?
Published: July 17, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Negative
NOC's Q2 earnings are likely to face pressure from Space Systems unit's poor performance despite growth across three key business segments.
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Northrop Grumman (NOC) Earnings Expected to Grow: What to Know Ahead of Next Week's Release
Published: July 15, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral
Northrop Grumman (NOC) doesn't possess the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely earnings beat in its upcoming report. Get prepared with the key expectations.
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Northrop Clinches Deal to Support E-2D Advanced Hawkeye Jets
Published: July 10, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
NOC lands a $46.7M Navy contract to support E-2D Advanced Hawkeye jets, boosting its role in aerial command and control systems.
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Wall Street sets Northrop Grumman stock price for next 12 months
Published: June 23, 2025 by: Finbold
Sentiment: Neutral
Defense stocks have been rallying in response to a sharp escalation of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
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Lockheed, Northrop, Other Defense Stocks Rise After Iran Strikes. Why Gains May Not Last.
Published: June 23, 2025 by: Barrons
Sentiment: Positive
America struck three Iranian nuclear sites on Saturday in an impressive coordinated attack called “Operation Midnight Hammer.”
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Northrop Grumman Announces Webcast, Conference Call of Second Quarter 2025 Financial Results
Published: June 19, 2025 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
FALLS CHURCH, Va., June 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE: NOC) announced today that its second quarter 2025 financial results will be posted on its investor relations website on Tuesday, July 22, 2025. Prior to the market opening, the company will issue an advisory release notifying the public of the availability of the complete and full text earnings release on the company's website at http://investor.northropgrumman.com.
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Top 3 defense stocks to buy after Israel attacked Iran
Published: June 13, 2025 by: Invezz
Sentiment: Neutral
Defense stocks will be in the spotlight on Friday and in the coming days as investors focus on the ongoing crisis in the Middle East where Israel attacked Iran's nuclear sites.
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These stocks of SpaceX rivals are getting a boost as Musk clashes with Trump
Published: June 06, 2025 by: Market Watch
Sentiment: Positive
Shares of Rocket Lab and Intuitive Machines are getting a lift Friday as the outlook for Elon Musk's SpaceX comes into question.
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Put Cash To Work: 2 Magnificent Dividends I'm Betting On
Published: June 02, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive
High-quality assets like RTX and AbbVie are ideal for growth and income, offering inflation resilience and strong shareholder returns. RTX has a robust $217B backlog, rising global defense spending, robust margins, and a 32-year dividend growth streak, justifying its GARP valuation. AbbVie is rapidly replacing Humira revenue with high-growth drugs, maintains industry-leading margins, and delivers a 3.5% yield with double-digit EPS growth potential.
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Northrop Grumman invests $50 million in space startup Firefly Aerospace
Published: May 29, 2025 by: Reuters
Sentiment: Positive
U.S. defense contractor Northrop Grumman has invested $50 million into space startup Firefly Aerospace to aid the production of their jointly developed rocket, the companies said on Thursday.
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Northrop Grumman Invests $50 Million in Firefly Aerospace to Advance Medium Launch Vehicle Named Eclipse™
Published: May 29, 2025 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
American-manufactured vehicle will launch space station resupply, commercial, and national security American-manufactured vehicle will launch space station resupply, commercial, and national security
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Northrop Grumman Corporation (NOC) Bernstein's 41st Annual Strategic Decisions Conference (Transcript)
Published: May 28, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Neutral
Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE:NOC ) Bernstein's 41st Annual Strategic Decisions Conference May 28, 2025 10:00 AM ET Company Participants Kathy Warden - Chairman and CEO Conference Call Participants Doug Harned - Bernstein Doug Harned Okay. Let's get started.
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3 Stocks to Watch That Declared Dividend Hikes Amid Market Volatility
Published: May 23, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Negative
BCML, EQH, and NOC offer dividend hikes and stability as market volatility lingers amid Fed caution and unresolved global trade tensions.
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Northrop vs. Lockheed: Which Defense Stock Is a Stronger Player?
Published: May 22, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral
Both NOC and LMT stocks have merits for investors to stay invested in, although NOC's lower leverage could offer a more balanced risk-reward profile.
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Why Is Northrop Grumman (NOC) Up 0.3% Since Last Earnings Report?
Published: May 22, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Northrop Grumman (NOC) reported earnings 30 days ago. What's next for the stock?
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Northrop Grumman Rewards Shareholders With 12% Dividend Hike
Published: May 21, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
NOC announces that its management has approved a 12.1% hike in its quarterly dividend to $2.31 per share.
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Northrop Grumman to Participate in Bernstein's 41st Annual Strategic Decisions Conference
Published: May 21, 2025 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
FALLS CHURCH, Va., May 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE: NOC) will participate in Bernstein's 41st Annual Strategic Decisions Conference on Wednesday, May 28. Kathy Warden, chair, chief executive officer and president, will present beginning at 10:00 a.m. Eastern time. The presentation will be webcast live at http://investor.northropgrumman.com .
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Northrop Grumman Increases Quarterly Dividend 12 Percent to $2.31
Published: May 20, 2025 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
FALLS CHURCH, Va., May 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The board of directors of Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE: NOC) declared a quarterly dividend of $2.31 per share on Northrop Grumman common stock, payable June 18, 2025, to shareholders of record as of the close of business June 2, 2025.
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INVESTOR ALERT: Pomerantz Law Firm Investigates Claims On Behalf of Investors of Northrop Grumman Corporation - NOC
Published: May 13, 2025 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
NEW YORK, May 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pomerantz LLP is investigating claims on behalf of investors of Northrop Grumman Corporation (“Northrop Grumman” or the “Company”) (NYSE: NOC). Such investors are advised to contact Danielle Peyton at [email protected] or 646-581-9980, ext. 7980.
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3 Top Stock Picks Warren Buffett Would Approve Of
Published: May 12, 2025 by: 24/7 Wall Street
Sentiment: Positive
It's officially an end of an era. Or it will be soon.
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About Northrop Grumman Corporation (NOC)
- IPO Date 1981-12-31
- Website https://www.northropgrumman.com
- Industry Aerospace & Defense
- CEO Kathy J. Warden
- Employees 97000