NOC Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
NOC - Northrop Grumman Corp.
$672.20
-6.80 (-1.00%)
▼
5d:
-1.15%
30d:
-7.2%
90d:
+16.42%
BUY
HIGH Confidence
Analysis Updated: Mar 27, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Apr 21, 2026
21d
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Strength: 4.3/10
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Bottom Line:
✅ BUY SIGNAL: NOC shows strong fundamentals and good volume confirmation. Solid entry point despite oversold pricing.
✅ BUY SIGNAL: NOC shows strong fundamentals and good volume confirmation. Solid entry point despite oversold pricing.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$898.55
Based on 6.1% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$557.93
Trading above fair value
How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 22.2x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: NOC is currently trading at $672.20, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $696.68 to $747.43. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 22.5) is in line with its historical norms (22.2). At these levels, the market is pricing in 0.4% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.
Technical Outlook: Technically, NOC is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $668.20. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (40/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (0th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, NOC is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $668.20. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (40/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (0th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
OVERSOLD
Fair Price Range
$696.68 -
$747.43
Company Quality Score
60/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
80.4%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BULLISH: Options cheap (IV 0th percentile)
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (40/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($725.72)
- NEUTRAL: Market pricing in 0.4% annual earnings growth - fairly valued
Fair Price Analysis
30-Day Fair Range
$696.68 -
$747.43
Current vs Fair Value
OVERSOLD
Expected Move (7 Days)
±$37.32
(5.6%)
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$668.20
Resistance Level
$736.87
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Mar 30, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
22.49
Wall Street Target
$725.72
(+6.9%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
9.6%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
15.2%
Profit Margin
10.0%
Valuation Premium vs History
+0.4% premium
PE vs Historical
22.5 vs 22.2
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+0.4%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$681.72
(+0%)
2-Year Target
$684.44
(+1%)
3-Year Target
$687.18
(+1%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 22→22)
PE COMPRESSION
$678.25
(0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 22.5, Growth: 8.1%)
$857.87
(+26%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 22.4, Growth: 8.1%)
$854.35
(+26%)
Bear:
(PE: 19.0, Growth: 8.1%)
$726.20
(+7%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (24x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (22x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 24.33 | Current EPS (TTM): $29.06
Bull Case
$803.77
(+18%)
Analyst growth 3.4%, PE expands to 26.8
Base Case
$730.70
(+8%)
Market implied 3.4%, PE stable at 24.3
Bear Case
$480.73
(-29%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 20.7
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
0
Buys
8
Sells
Net
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