NOC 📈 Northrop Grumman - Overview

Exchange: NYSE • Country: United States • Currency: USD • Type: Common Stock • ISIN: US6668071029

NOC: Aircraft, Unmanned Systems, Missiles, Radar, Satellites, Cyber Solutions

Northrop Grumman Corporation is a leading player in the global aerospace and defense technology sector, with operations spanning the United States, Asia/Pacific, Europe, and other international markets. The company's diverse portfolio is structured around four primary business segments: Aeronautics Systems, Defense Systems, Mission Systems, and Space Systems. Its Aeronautics Systems segment is responsible for designing, developing, manufacturing, integrating, and sustaining a wide range of aircraft systems, including unmanned autonomous aircraft systems, strategic long-range strike aircraft, and airborne battle management systems.

The Defense Systems segment focuses on the design, development, integration, and production of tactical weapons and missile defense solutions. This segment also provides critical services such as sustainment, modernization, and training for manned and unmanned aircraft and electronics systems. Furthermore, it offers advanced solutions including integrated battle management systems, precision strike weapons, and high-performance gun systems, underscoring the company's commitment to delivering cutting-edge technologies that support modern warfare requirements. The breadth of capabilities within this segment highlights Northrop Grumman's role as a comprehensive solutions provider for defense and security needs.

The Mission Systems segment is dedicated to the development and integration of complex systems that enable command, control, communications, computers, intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (C4ISR) capabilities. This includes radar, electro-optical/infrared and acoustic sensors, electronic warfare systems, and advanced communications and network systems. The segment's cyber solutions and intelligence processing systems further demonstrate the company's focus on addressing the evolving landscape of modern warfare, where information superiority is crucial. By offering these advanced technologies, Northrop Grumman supports its clients in achieving their strategic objectives through enhanced situational awareness and decision-making capabilities.

The Space Systems segment rounds out the company's portfolio, specializing in the development of satellites, spacecraft systems, subsystems, sensors, and payloads. It also provides ground systems, missile defense systems and interceptors, launch vehicles, and strategic missiles. This segment's contributions are vital to national security, space exploration, and scientific research, reflecting Northrop Grumman's significant role in the global space industry. With a history dating back to 1939 and headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, Northrop Grumman Corporation has established itself as a stalwart in the aerospace and defense sector, known for its innovative solutions and commitment to excellence.

As a publicly traded company listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) under the ticker symbol NOC, Northrop Grumman's financial performance and strategic decisions are closely watched by investors and industry analysts. Its common stock, identified by the ISIN US6668071029, is classified under the GICS Sub Industry: Aerospace & Defense, reflecting its core business activities. Through its official website, https://www.northropgrumman.com, the company provides detailed information on its products, services, and initiatives, offering insights into its vision for the future of aerospace and defense technology.

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NOC Stock Overview

Market Cap in USD 71,340m
Sector Industrials
Industry Aerospace & Defense
GiC Sub-Industry Aerospace & Defense
IPO / Inception 1981-12-31

NOC Stock Ratings

Growth 5y 53.8%
Fundamental 37.9%
Dividend 59.0%
Rel. Strength Industry -83.5
Analysts 3.57/5
Fair Price Momentum 434.30 USD
Fair Price DCF 441.45 USD

NOC Dividends

Dividend Yield 12m 1.28%
Yield on Cost 5y 1.87%
Annual Growth 5y 7.30%
Payout Consistency 96.8%

NOC Growth Ratios

Growth Correlation 3m -89.2%
Growth Correlation 12m 62.7%
Growth Correlation 5y 83.9%
CAGR 5y 7.90%
CAGR/Mean DD 5y 0.73
Sharpe Ratio 12m 0.01
Alpha -13.02
Beta 0.54
Volatility 22.82%
Current Volume 1283.9k
Average Volume 20d 857.7k
What is the price of NOC stocks?
As of December 22, 2024, the stock is trading at USD 469.54 with a total of 1,283,886 shares traded.
Over the past week, the price has changed by -2.18%, over one month by -4.16%, over three months by -10.21% and over the past year by +4.44%.
Is Northrop Grumman a good stock to buy?
Partly, yes. Based on ValueRay Fundamental Analyses, Northrop Grumman (NYSE:NOC) is currently (December 2024) ok to buy, but has to be watched. It has a ValueRay Fundamental Rating of 37.93 and therefor a somewhat positive outlook according to the companies health.
Based on ValueRays Analyses, Dividends and Discounted-Cash-Flow, the Fair Value of NOC as of December 2024 is 434.30. This means that NOC is currently overvalued and has a potential downside of -7.51%.
Is NOC a buy, sell or hold?
Northrop Grumman has received a consensus analysts rating of 3.57. Therefor, it is recommend to hold NOC.
  • Strong Buy: 7
  • Buy: 2
  • Hold: 12
  • Sell: 1
  • Strong Sell: 1
What are the forecast for NOC stock price target?
According to ValueRays Forecast Model, NOC Northrop Grumman will be worth about 471.5 in December 2025. The stock is currently trading at 469.54. This means that the stock has a potential upside of +0.42%.
Issuer Forecast Upside
Wallstreet Target Price 565.1 20.3%
Analysts Target Price 505.2 7.6%
ValueRay Target Price 471.5 0.4%