
Northrop Grumman (NOC) Stock Forecast & Price Target
Northrop Grumman (NOC) Analyst Ratings
Bulls say
Northrop Grumman demonstrated robust growth in its international sales, which increased by 32% year-over-year in 3Q25 and are up 20% year-to-date, primarily driven by strong contract awards. The company's total sales for 2Q25 reached $10.4 billion, reflecting a 1% increase year-over-year and exceeding market expectations, underscoring solid performance across its segments, notably the Aeronautics Systems and Defense Systems divisions. Additionally, Defense Systems reported a remarkable international growth of 55% year-over-year in 3Q25, indicating a positive trajectory in both revenue generation and market demand for the company's diverse defense and aerospace products.
Bears say
Northrop Grumman reported free cash flow of $637 million, reflecting a substantial 42% year-over-year decline and falling short of market expectations of $1.13 billion. While its Mission Systems segment saw a 14% increase in sales, the Space Systems segment experienced a significant 12% decrease, raising concerns about the sustainability of growth and the potential for program cuts, including the crucial B-21 and Sentinel GBSD initiatives. Additionally, the company has faced challenges with an international book-to-bill ratio below 1.0x year-to-date, indicating difficulties in securing new orders and heightening fears of reduced guidance for 2025 amidst a backdrop of defense budget uncertainties and competitive pressures.
This aggregate rating is based on analysts' research of Northrop Grumman and is not a guaranteed prediction by Public.com or investment advice.
Northrop Grumman (NOC) Analyst Forecast & Price Prediction
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