Northrop Grumman’s latest quarter was marked by steady operational execution and robust customer demand, as the company delivered sales growth across key segments and ended the year with a record backlog. Management credited solid execution in its Aeronautics, Defense, Mission, and Space Systems divisions for the performance, highlighting increased production on major programs such as the B-21 bomber and tactical missile systems. CEO Kathy Warden noted that, “Our backlog has grown by nearly $20 billion since 2021,” emphasizing the company’s alignment with evolving national security priorities and its capacity to deliver advanced defense solutions.
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Date: January 28, 2026 Introduction As we enter the first quarter of 2026, Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE: NOC) stands as a cornerstone of the Western defense architecture. Amidst a geopolitical landscape defined by the "New Cold War" and the rapid modernization of the U.S. Nuclear Triad, Northrop Grumman has transitioned from a traditional defense contractor [...]
As of January 28, 2026, RTX Corporation (NYSE: RTX) stands as a definitive titan of the global aerospace and defense industry, commanding a market capitalization that reflects its indispensable role in both commercial aviation and national security. Emerging from a transformative 2025, RTX has effectively transitioned from a period of technical remediation—primarily surrounding its Pratt [...]
Security and aerospace company Northrop Grumman (NYSE:NOC) reported Q4 CY2025 results exceeding the market’s revenue expectations, with sales up 9.6% year on year to $11.71 billion. On the other hand, the company’s full-year revenue guidance of $43.75 billion at the midpoint came in 1.1% below analysts’ estimates. Its non-GAAP profit of $7.23 per share was 3.8% above analysts’ consensus estimates.
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Shares of Northrop Grumman Corporation (NASDAQ: NOC) are up Tuesday after the defense company reported quarterly earnings that showed a backlog of $95.7 billion for next-generation defense systems.
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Date: January 27, 2026 Introduction The Boeing Company (NYSE: BA) stands today at a critical crossroads, navigating one of the most complex industrial turnarounds in American history. For years, the aerospace giant was defined by a series of self-inflicted crises—ranging from the 737 MAX groundings to systemic quality control failures and a ballooning debt load. [...]
Security and aerospace company Northrop Grumman (NYSE:NOC) reported revenue ahead of Wall Streets expectations in Q4 CY2025, with sales up 9.6% year on year to $11.71 billion. On the other hand, the company’s full-year revenue guidance of $43.75 billion at the midpoint came in 1.1% below analysts’ estimates. Its GAAP profit of $9.99 per share was 43.5% above analysts’ consensus estimates.
