A Glimpse of Northrop Grumman's Earnings Potential

Northrop Grumman (NYSE:NOC) is gearing up to announce its quarterly earnings on Tuesday, 2025-07-22. Here's a quick overview of what investors should know before the release.

Analysts are estimating that Northrop Grumman will report an earnings per share (EPS) of $6.69.

The announcement from Northrop Grumman is eagerly anticipated, with investors seeking news of surpassing estimates and favorable guidance for the next quarter.

It's worth noting for new investors that guidance can be a key determinant of stock price movements.

Earnings Track Record

During the last quarter, the company reported an EPS missed by $0.20, leading to a 1.85% increase in the share price on the subsequent day.

Here's a look at Northrop Grumman's past performance and the resulting price change:

Quarter

Q1 2025

Q4 2024

Q3 2024

Q2 2024

EPS Estimate

6.26

6.35

6.07

5.93

EPS Actual

6.06

6.39

7

6.36

Price Change %

2.0%

1.0%

-1.0%

2.0%

Tracking Northrop Grumman's Stock Performance

Shares of Northrop Grumman were trading at $519.04 as of July 18. Over the last 52-week period, shares are up 17.73%. Given that these returns are generally positive, long-term shareholders are likely bullish going into this earnings release.

Analyst Observations about Northrop Grumman

For investors, grasping market sentiments and expectations in the industry is vital. This analysis explores the latest insights regarding Northrop Grumman.

Analysts have given Northrop Grumman a total of 6 ratings, with the consensus rating being Outperform. The average one-year price target is $546.33, indicating a potential 5.26% upside.

Peer Ratings Overview

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