Northrop Grumman Corporation (NOC)

NYSE: NOC · Real-Time Price · USD
605.74
+9.26 (1.55%)
Oct 23, 2025, 4:00 PM EDT - Market closed
1.55%
Market Cap86.45B
Revenue (ttm)40.93B
Net Income (ttm)4.02B
Shares Out 142.72M
EPS (ttm)27.81
PE Ratio21.78
Forward PE21.85
Dividend$9.24 (1.53%)
Ex-Dividend DateSep 2, 2025
Volume655,583
Open599.73
Previous Close596.48
Day's Range598.01 - 609.82
52-Week Range426.24 - 640.90
Beta0.10
AnalystsBuy
Price Target642.73 (+6.11%)
Earnings DateOct 21, 2025

About NOC

Northrop Grumman Corporation operates as an aerospace and defense technology company in the United States, the Asia/Pacific, Europe, and internationally. The company’s Aeronautics Systems segment designs, develops, manufactures, integrates, sustains, and modernizes aircraft systems. This segment also offers unmanned autonomous aircraft systems, including high-altitude long-endurance strategic, and surveillance and reconnaissance systems; and strategic long-range strike aircraft, tactical fighter and air dominance aircraft, and airborne battle m... [Read more]

Founded 1939
Employees 97,000
Stock Exchange NYSE
Ticker Symbol NOC
Full Company Profile

Financial Performance

In 2024, Northrop Grumman's revenue was $41.03 billion, an increase of 4.44% compared to the previous year's $39.29 billion. Earnings were $4.17 billion, an increase of 103.02%.

Financial Statements

Analyst Summary

According to 16 analysts, the average rating for NOC stock is "Buy." The 12-month stock price target is $642.73, which is an increase of 6.11% from the latest price.

Price Target
$642.73
(6.11% upside)
Analyst Consensus: Buy
Stock Forecasts

News

These Analysts Boost Their Forecasts On Northrop Grumman Following Strong Q3 Earnings

Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE:NOC) reported upbeat third-quarter 2025 earnings on Tuesday, even as sales came in slightly below forecasts.

1 day ago - Benzinga

Northrop Grumman Corporation (NOC) Q3 2025 Earnings Call Transcript

Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE:NOC) Q3 2025 Earnings Call October 21, 2025 9:30 AM EDT Company Participants Todd Ernst - Vice President, Investor Relations Kathy Warden - Chair, CEO & President K...

2 days ago - Seeking Alpha

Defense companies raise 2025 outlooks on higher demand

GE Aerospace, Northrop Grumman, RTX and Lockheed Martin all raised their 2025 outlooks in their earnings reports Tuesday morning, citing higher demand. The defense firms also topped earnings estimates...

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2 days ago - CNBC

Northrop Grumman Stock Tumbles on Guidance Cut and Third-Quarter Sales Miss

The defense contractor says it expects lower sales in its aeronautics-systems business for the full year.

2 days ago - Barrons

Northrop Grumman Releases Third Quarter 2025 Financial Results

FALLS CHURCH, Va., Oct. 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE: NOC) has released its third quarter 2025 financial results. A copy of the earnings release has been furnished i...

3 days ago - GlobeNewsWire

Northrop raises annual profit forecast on strong demand

Northrop Grumman raised its 2025 profit forecast for a second straight quarter on Tuesday, as the defense contractor expects continued demand for its weapons and military aircraft.

3 days ago - Reuters

The Government Shutdown Could Be an Opportunity to Buy Defense Stocks

The government shutdown hasn't been great for defense stocks. But it could be time to buy them.

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3 days ago - Investopedia

Northrop Grumman: Mounting Challenges May Continue To Weigh On The Stock

Northrop Grumman is rated Hold/Sell due to operational headwinds and overvaluation after a strong share price rally. NOC faces challenges from cost overruns on the Sentinel missile program, B-21 Raide...

6 days ago - Seeking Alpha

My Entire Financial Future Relies On These 16 Stocks

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9 days ago - Seeking Alpha

Northrop Grumman Stock Rises. Why Shares Can Hit $700.

Wednesday, Deutsche Bank analyst Scott Deuschle upgraded shares of Northrop Grumman to Buy from Hold. He took his price up to $700 from $575 a share.

15 days ago - Barrons

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The government is taking stakes in key US companies. This isn't a bailout but a strategic shift to secure vital supply chains and maintain a competitive edge against global rivals. This new reality ch...

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15 days ago - Seeking Alpha

Northrop Grumman tests longer-range anti-drone bullets after Ukraine feedback

U.S. defence firm Northrop Grumman is testing higher calibre cannon bullets to shoot down drones at lower cost, based on feedback from Ukrainian soldiers who are increasingly facing swarms of high-fly...

20 days ago - Reuters

Top 3 stocks that may benefit from a US government shutdown

With Congress gridlocked over spending bills, the US faces a looming government shutdown that could begin as early as this week. While most sectors brace for disruption, a handful of companies stand t...

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23 days ago - Invezz

3 Great Companies to Buy Trading at Fair Prices

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23 days ago - Morningstar

Northrop Grumman Announces Date for Third Quarter 2025 Financial Results and Webcast

FALLS CHURCH, Va., Sept. 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE: NOC) announced today that its third quarter 2025 financial results will be released on Tuesday, October 21, 20...

5 weeks ago - GlobeNewsWire

Northrop, NASA resolve engine issue on cargo craft, sets ISS docking for Thursday

NASA on Wednesday night resumed plans to dock a Northrop Grumman-built cargo craft with the International Space Station after resolving an early engine-shutdown issue it said was caused by a "conserva...

5 weeks ago - Reuters

Engine issue on Northrop spacecraft delays NASA ISS cargo delivery

An uncrewed Northrop Grumman-built spacecraft in orbit experienced an issue with its main engine on Tuesday while attempting to reach the International Space Station to deliver scientific supplies, NA...

5 weeks ago - Reuters

Northrop Grumman: Strong Backlog And FCF Generation Justify Higher Valuation

Northrop Grumman (NOC) remains a Buy with a raised price target of $634, reflecting strong fundamentals and a 10% upside potential. NOC's Q2 2025 results showed resilient revenue, margin expansion, an...

5 weeks ago - Seeking Alpha

Northrop Grumman Corporation (NOC) Presents At Morgan Stanley's 13th Annual Laguna Conference (Transcript)

Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE:NOC) Morgan Stanley's 13th Annual Laguna Conference September 11, 2025 12:15 PM EDT Company Participants Kathy Warden - Chair, CEO & President Conference Call Parti...

6 weeks ago - Seeking Alpha

Northrop Grumman to Participate in the 13th Annual Morgan Stanley Laguna Conference

FALLS CHURCH, Va., Sept. 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE: NOC) will participate in the 13th Annual Morgan Stanley Laguna Conference on Thursday, September 11. Kathy War...

7 weeks ago - GlobeNewsWire

Government stakes in defense startups could have disastrous consequences, says Fortune's Lev-Ram

Michal Lev-Ram, Fortune contributing editor, joins 'The Exchange' to discuss how Silicon Valley is responding to recent comments from the White House, why tech land is not for stakes in these companie...

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2 months ago - CNBC Television

Trump admin weighing equity stakes in US defense firms, Lutnick says

The Trump administration is considering taking equity stakes in U.S. defense contractors, Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick said during an interview on Tuesday.

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2 months ago - Fox Business

10-Year Yields Consolidate, Potential Catalyst for Defense Stocks

Markets opened mixed to start Tuesday's trading session. Kevin Green urges investors to keep consumer confidence top of mind as it can serve as an indicator to price action ahead. On treasuries, he po...

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2 months ago - Schwab Network

Northrop Grumman Board Declares Quarterly Dividend

FALLS CHURCH, Va., Aug. 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 stoc...

2 months ago - GlobeNewsWire

Northrop Grumman May Continue To Outperform Lockheed Martin

Northrop Grumman's fundamentals remain solid, with strong segment performance and robust margins despite a drag on top line growth from the Space segment. Q2 EPS growth was impressive, beating expecta...

2 months ago - Seeking Alpha