Northrop Grumman (NOC) Stock Forecast & Price Target

$486.62 +1.41 (+0.29%)

(As of 12/4/2024 ET)

Northrop Grumman - Analysts' Recommendations and Stock Price Forecast (2025)

MarketBeat calculates consensus analyst ratings for stocks using the most recent rating from each Wall Street analyst that has rated a stock within the last twelve months. Each analyst's rating is normalized to a standardized rating score of 1 (sell), 2 (hold), 3 (buy) or 4 (strong buy). Analyst consensus ratings scores are calculated using the mean average of the number of normalized sell, hold, buy and strong buy ratings from Wall Street analysts. Each stock's consensus analyst rating is derived from its calculated consensus ratings score (0 to .5 = Strong Sell, .5 to 1 = Sell, 1 to 1.5 = Reduce, 1.5 to 2.5 = Hold, 2.5 to 3.0 = Moderate Buy, 3.0 to 3.5 = Buy, >3.5 = Strong Buy). MarketBeat's consensus price targets are a mean average of the most recent available price targets set by each analyst that has set a price target for the stock in the last twelve months. MarketBeat's consensus ratings and consensus price targets may differ from those calculated by other firms due to differences in methodology and available data.

Consensus Rating

Hold

Based on 16 Analyst Ratings

Sell
1

Hold
10

Buy
5

Based on 16 Wall Street analysts who have issued ratings for Northrop Grumman in the last 12 months, the stock has a consensus rating of "Hold." Out of the 16 analysts, 1 has given a sell rating, 10 have given a hold rating, and 5 have given a buy rating for NOC.

Consensus Price Target

$550.56
13.14% Upside

According to the 16 analysts' twelve-month price targets for Northrop Grumman, the average price target is $550.56. The highest price target for NOC is $643.00, while the lowest price target for NOC is $450.00. The average price target represents a forecasted upside of 13.14% from the current price of $486.62.

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NOC Analyst Ratings Over Time

Type	Current Forecast 12/5/23 to 12/4/24	1 Month Ago 11/5/23 to 11/4/24	3 Months Ago 9/6/23 to 9/5/24	1 Year Ago 12/5/22 to 12/5/23
Strong Buy	0 Strong Buy rating(s)	0 Strong Buy rating(s)	0 Strong Buy rating(s)	0 Strong Buy rating(s)
Buy	5 Buy rating(s)	5 Buy rating(s)	5 Buy rating(s)	8 Buy rating(s)
Hold	10 Hold rating(s)	10 Hold rating(s)	9 Hold rating(s)	7 Hold rating(s)
Sell	1 Sell rating(s)	1 Sell rating(s)	1 Sell rating(s)	1 Sell rating(s)
Consensus Price Target	$550.56	$550.56	$523.20	$500.20
Forecasted Upside	13.14% Upside	8.50% Upside	0.73% Upside	4.95% Upside
Consensus Rating	Hold	Hold	Hold	Hold

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NOC Analyst Recommendations By Month

The chart below shows how a company's ratings by analysts have changed over time. Each bar represents the previous year of ratings for that month. Within each bar, the sell ratings are shown in red, the hold ratings are shown in yellow, the buy ratings are shown in green, and the strong buy ratings are shown in dark green.

NOC Price Targets by Month

The chart below shows how a company's share price and consensus price target have changed over time. The dark blue line represents the company's actual price. The lighter blue line represents the stock's consensus price target. The even lighter blue range in the background of the two lines represents the low price target and the high price target for each stock.

Northrop Grumman Stock vs. The Competition

Type	Northrop Grumman	Aerospace Companies	S&P 500
Consensus Rating Score	2.25	2.64	2.50
Consensus Rating	Hold	Moderate Buy	Moderate Buy
Predicted Upside	13.18% Upside	37.09% Upside	7.78% Upside
News Sentiment Rating	Positive News See Recent NOC News	Positive News	Positive News

Recent Analyst Forecasts and Stock Ratings

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Date	Brokerage	Analyst Name	Action	Rating	Price Target	Upside/Downside on Report Date
10/29/2024	Barclays 3 of 5 stars		Boost Target	Equal Weight ➝ Equal Weight	$500.00 ➝ $550.00	+7.39%
10/25/2024	UBS Group 4 of 5 stars		Boost Target	Buy ➝ Buy	$614.00 ➝ $643.00	+23.81%
10/25/2024	Royal Bank of Canada 4 of 5 stars		Boost Target	Sector Perform ➝ Sector Perform	$500.00 ➝ $540.00	+3.77%
10/25/2024	Susquehanna Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Boost Target	Positive ➝ Positive	$560.00 ➝ $625.00	+19.49%
10/25/2024	Wells Fargo & Company Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Boost Target	Equal Weight ➝ Equal Weight	$509.00 ➝ $565.00	+7.89%
10/14/2024	JPMorgan Chase & Co. Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Boost Target	Neutral ➝ Neutral	$500.00 ➝ $560.00	+5.69%
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10/10/2024	Citigroup Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Boost Target	Neutral ➝ Neutral	$521.00 ➝ $587.00	+11.37%
10/8/2024	TD Cowen Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	G. Khanna Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	Upgrade	Hold
8/27/2024	Alembic Global Advisors Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Downgrade	Overweight ➝ Neutral	$560.00	+9.36%
8/9/2024	Morgan Stanley Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Boost Target	Overweight ➝ Overweight	$579.00 ➝ $592.00	+20.48%
7/29/2024	Deutsche Bank Aktiengesellschaft Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Upgrade	Hold ➝ Buy	$474.00 ➝ $575.00	+19.72%
6/26/2024	BTIG Research Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	A. Madrid Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	Initiated Coverage	Buy	$565.00	+31.86%
6/21/2024	Sanford C. Bernstein Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	D. Harned Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	Downgrade	Outperform ➝ Market Perform	$477.00	+9.79%
6/18/2024	Jefferies Financial Group Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Lower Target	Hold ➝ Hold	$530.00 ➝ $500.00	+16.19%
4/26/2024	Robert W. Baird Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Boost Target	Neutral ➝ Neutral	$475.00 ➝ $505.00	+3.44%
12/14/2023	Wolfe Research Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Downgrade	Peer Perform ➝ Underperform	$450.00	-7.21%
7/28/2023	Bank of America Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Lower Target	Buy	$655.00 ➝ $615.00	+36.76%
4/28/2023	22nd Century Group Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Reiterated Rating	Maintains
4/27/2023	Seaport Res Ptn Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	R. Safran Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	Reiterated Rating	Buy
2/6/2023	Credit Suisse Group Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Lower Target	Outperform	$500.00 ➝ $490.00	+11.20%
1/27/2023	Cowen Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Downgrade	Outperform ➝ Market Perform	$500.00 ➝ $478.00	+7.79%
1/13/2023	The Goldman Sachs Group Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Downgrade	Neutral ➝ Sell	$440.00 ➝ $375.00	-23.15%

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Should I Buy Northrop Grumman Stock? NOC Pros and Cons Explained

These pros and cons were generated based on recent news and financial data from MarketBeat in order to provide readers with the fastest and most accurate insights. They were last updated on Tuesday, December 3, 2024. Please send any questions or comments about these Northrop Grumman pros and cons to contact@marketbeat.com.

Northrop Grumman
Bull Case

Here are some ways that investors could benefit from investing in Northrop Grumman Co.:

Strong Earnings Performance: Northrop Grumman Co. reported earnings per share (EPS) of $7.00 for the latest quarter, significantly exceeding the consensus estimate of $6.07, indicating robust financial health and effective management.
Consistent Revenue Growth: The company achieved a quarterly revenue of $10 billion, reflecting a 2.3% increase compared to the same quarter last year, showcasing its ability to grow even in competitive markets.
Attractive Dividend Yield: Northrop Grumman Co. announced a quarterly dividend of $2.06 per share, translating to an annualized dividend of $8.24 and a yield of 1.68%, providing a steady income stream for investors.
High Return on Equity: With a return on equity of 26.57%, Northrop Grumman Co. demonstrates effective use of shareholders' equity to generate profits, which is a positive indicator for potential investors.
Current Stock Price: As of the latest trading session, Northrop Grumman Co. shares are priced at $489.20, which may present a buying opportunity for investors looking to enter at a favorable valuation.

Northrop Grumman
Bear Case

Investors should be bearish about investing in Northrop Grumman Co. for these reasons:

Revenue Miss: Despite strong earnings, the company’s revenue of $10 billion fell short of analysts' expectations of $10.18 billion, which could raise concerns about future growth potential.
High Debt-to-Equity Ratio: Northrop Grumman Co. has a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.00, indicating that the company is using a significant amount of debt to finance its operations, which can be risky in volatile markets.
Mixed Analyst Ratings: The stock has received a mix of ratings from analysts, with one sell rating, ten hold ratings, and six buy ratings, suggesting uncertainty about its future performance.
Insider Selling Activity: Recent insider transactions show that corporate insiders sold shares, which could signal a lack of confidence in the company's short-term prospects.
Market Volatility: The aerospace and defense sector can be subject to fluctuations based on government contracts and geopolitical factors, which may impact Northrop Grumman Co.'s stability and growth.

NOC Forecast - Frequently Asked Questions

: According to the research reports of 16 Wall Street equities research analysts, the average twelve-month stock price forecast for Northrop Grumman is $550.56, with a high forecast of $643.00 and a low forecast of $450.00.
: 16 Wall Street equities research analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for Northrop Grumman in the last twelve months. There is currently 1 sell rating, 10 hold ratings and 5 buy ratings for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street equities research analysts is that investors should "hold" NOC shares. A hold rating indicates that analysts believe investors should maintain any existing positions they have in NOC, but not buy additional shares or sell existing shares.
: According to analysts, Northrop Grumman's stock has a predicted upside of 13.14% based on their 12-month stock forecasts.
: Over the previous 90 days, Northrop Grumman's stock had 1 upgrade by analysts.
: Northrop Grumman has been rated by research analysts at Barclays, Citigroup, JPMorgan Chase & Co., Royal Bank of Canada, Susquehanna, TD Cowen, UBS Group, and Wells Fargo & Company in the past 90 days.
: Analysts like Northrop Grumman less than other "aerospace" companies. The consensus rating for Northrop Grumman is Hold while the average consensus rating for "aerospace" companies is Moderate Buy. Learn more on how NOC compares to other companies.

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This page (NYSE:NOC) was last updated on 12/4/2024 by MarketBeat.com Staff

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Northrop Grumman (NOC) Stock Forecast & Price Target