Alembic Global has upgraded Northrop Grumman Corp (NOC) to Overweight from Neutral as of December 14, 2025. This change reflects a more optimistic outlook on the company's prospects, suggesting improved fundamentals or enhanced confidence in its strategic direction.
Headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, Northrop Grumman operates in the Aerospace & Defense industry, employing approximately 97,000 full-time staff. The company provides advanced aircraft systems across several segments, including Aeronautics Systems, Defense Systems, Mission Systems, and Space Systems. As of December 11, 2025, Northrop Grumman's market capitalization stands at $80.8 billion, with a price-to-earnings ratio of 20.12 and an earnings per share of 27.81. The current stock price is $575.79, and the company has a dividend yield of 166.4%.
Upcoming earnings reports are anticipated on April 20, 2026, with an estimated EPS of $6.46 and revenue of $10.1 billion, followed by another report on July 20, 2026, with an estimated EPS of $7.15 and revenue of $11.0 billion. Recent earnings performance has shown positive surprises, including Q3 2025, where EPS reached $7.67, exceeding estimates by 17.6%.
Analyst ratings provide insights based on research and financial models, but they should be considered alongside various factors, including company fundamentals and market conditions. As of December 1, 2025, the consensus rating for Northrop Grumman is a Buy, with 4 Strong Buy, 12 Buy, and 11 Hold ratings among 27 analysts. The recent upgrade by Alembic Global underscores a shift in sentiment as the company continues to navigate the evolving aerospace and defense landscape.