Northrop Grumman edges near 52-week low, S&P 500 defense shares under scrutiny
26.06.2026 - 14:24:00 | ad-hoc-news.de
By Julia Schmitt, Sector & Peer Group desk. Reviewed prior to publication on 2026-06-26, 14:23.
Northrop Grumman (US6668071029) sits in the defense corner of the S&P 500, with its shares trading on the NYSE around the 500 dollar mark after Thursday's close.TradingKey price overview for NOC The stock currently hovers close to its 52-week low, a level that keeps the broader U.S. aerospace and defense peer group in focus.
What the latest data shows
On 25 June the Northrop Grumman shares closed at 499.58 dollars on the NYSE, down 0.68 percent on the day, according to exchange-derived data.TradingKey closing snapshot for NOC That puts the stock only a few percent above its 52-week low of 487.68 dollars, a zone several technical services flag as a potential reversal region.StocksRunner 52-week analysis
With a market capitalization around 71 billion dollars as reported by TradingKey, Northrop Grumman remains one of the larger pure-play defense names in the United States.TradingKey market cap data for NOC For reference, the shares trade in the same sector bracket as Lockheed Martin and RTX, which gives investors a clear peer comparison in the U.S. large-cap defense space.
Analyst views and targets
Analysts remain divided on valuation but broadly constructive on Northrop Grumman, with an average price target around 702 dollars per share according to TradingKey's digest of research, clearly above the current trading band.TradingKey analyst consensus That implies sizeable theoretical upside from the sub-500 dollar spot levels if the company delivers on its medium-term growth plans.
Recent single-house adjustments illustrate a more nuanced picture: Jefferies lowered its price target to 620 dollars from 660 dollars while keeping a Hold rating, citing below-average organic growth and margin dilution from the B-21 bomber ramp-up.Intellectia summary of Jefferies commentary Citi trimmed its target to 628 dollars from 742 dollars but continues to rate the shares Buy, arguing that sector sentiment is capped by geopolitical uncertainties rather than company-specific issues.Intellectia recap of Citi's Northrop Grumman view
Further figures and reports on the Northrop Grumman shares
More news, price data and background on Northrop Grumman can be found in the detailed topic overview and the company's own Investor Relations pages.
The business behind the stock
Northrop Grumman generates most of its revenue in aerospace and defense systems, with marquee programs such as the B-21 Raider long-range stealth bomber for the U.S. Air Force.Northrop Grumman description of the B-21 Raider program The company also supplies missile defense solutions, space systems and advanced surveillance platforms, positioning it as a key contractor in U.S. national security spending.
Where the shares trade now
The Northrop Grumman shares (US6668071029) last traded on 2026-06-25 at 499.58 dollars on the NYSE, based on end-of-day data from TradingKey.TradingKey detailed quote for NOC
Key data on the Northrop Grumman shares
- Company: Northrop Grumman Corporation
- ISIN: US6668071029
- WKN: 851915
- Ticker: NOC
- Trading venue: NYSE
- Price (as of 2026-06-25, 16:00): 499.58 USD
- Market cap: 70.94 billion USD (as of 2026-06-25)
- Sector / industry: Aerospace & Defense
- Index membership: S&P 500
- Next earnings date: not officially scheduled
This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice, tax advice or a recommendation to buy or sell any security. All data were carefully researched but without guarantee. Investors should perform their own analysis or consult a qualified advisor before making investment decisions.
