Northrop Grumman draws mixed analyst signals, shares trade near 507 dollars on NYSE
23.06.2026 - 14:40:15 | ad-hoc-news.de
By Anna Wagner, Analysts & Consensus desk. Reviewed prior to publication on 2026-06-23, 14:37.
Northrop Grumman (US6668071029) remains a key name in the S&P 500 aerospace and defense segment, with the shares recently quoted around 507 dollars on the NYSE according to multiple price services. Data from June 22 trading show a closing level just above 507 dollars with a market capitalization in the low-to-mid 70 billion dollar range, based on consolidated quote and market-cap feeds from independent platforms.
What fresh filings indicate
A recent SEC 13F-based update reported by MarketBeat shows SG Americas Securities LLC cut its Northrop Grumman position by 53.7 percent in the first quarter, signaling a notable shift in one institutional holder's exposure to the stock. The same report notes that the firm’s shares opened at about 507.03 dollars in Tuesday trading, providing a concrete reference level for the latest session and confirming the NYSE NOC quote zone for investors tracking the defense contractor’s valuation band. MarketBeat coverage of the SG Americas filing and current NOC quote
The same institutional-flow summary also reiterates that Northrop Grumman last reported quarterly earnings on April 21, with earnings per share of 6.14 dollars, slightly above the consensus estimate of 6.06 dollars at the time. According to this dataset, the company delivered a net margin of 10.80 percent and a return on equity of 24.72 percent in that quarter, highlighting a profitability profile that remains central to how Wall Street frames the stock’s medium-term investment case. MarketBeat earnings and profitability data for Northrop Grumman
Consensus and price targets today
On the analyst side, MarketBeat aggregates that two analysts currently rate Northrop Grumman as a Strong Buy, eleven as Buy and eight as Hold, resulting in an overall Moderate Buy consensus for the stock. The same overview cites an average 12-month price target of roughly 702 to 703 dollars per share, which implies meaningful upside potential from the current trading band around 507 dollars if those forecasts materialize. MarketBeat consensus rating and price-target summary for NOC
Additional data collated by platforms such as PandaForecast and TradingKey show a similar current price region, with recent closes around 507.09 to 507.33 dollars and a market capitalization cited between roughly 72 and 74.1 billion dollars depending on the data vendor and timing. PandaForecast lists a recent analyst-derived target near 696.95 dollars, broadly in line with the MarketBeat average target range and reinforcing the picture of a consensus that still sees upside over the medium term despite the latest pullback in the shares. PandaForecast data on NOC recent price and target
All news and analysis on the Northrop Grumman shares
Further updates on analyst views, institutional flows and upcoming dates for Northrop Grumman can be found in the dedicated topic overview and on the company’s investor-relations pages.
The business behind the stock
Northrop Grumman generates a large share of its revenue from defense and aerospace systems, with flagship programs including the B-21 Raider long-range stealth bomber and a broad portfolio in missiles, space systems and classified programs for the U.S. Department of Defense. The company also plays a central role in strategic deterrent modernization through work on the Ground Based Strategic Deterrent program and supports NASA and commercial customers via its space launch and satellite platforms, providing a diversified contract base across air, land, sea and orbit.
Where the stock trades currently
The Northrop Grumman shares (US6668071029) last changed hands around 507 dollars on the NYSE, based on closing data from 2026-06-22, 16:00 ET, with the quote reported in U.S. dollars across several consolidated price services.
Key data on the Northrop Grumman shares
- Company: Northrop Grumman Corporation
- ISIN: US6668071029
- WKN: 851915
- Ticker: NOC
- Trading venue: NYSE
- Price (as of 2026-06-22, 16:00): 507.09 USD
- Market cap: 72.02 billion USD (as of 2026-06-22)
- Sector / industry: Aerospace & Defense
- Index membership: S&P 500
- Next earnings date: not officially scheduled
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