Aerospace and defense company Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE:NOC) has reported strong financial results for the second quarter of 2025, beating forecasts for earnings and revenue. The company reported earnings per share (EPS) of $8.15, beating the forecast of $6.82, a positive surprise of 19.5%. Sales reached $10.4 billion, slightly above the expected $10.07 billion. As a result of these results, Northrop Grumman shares rose 8.31% in pre-market trading, reflecting investor optimism.
Key takeaways
Northrop Grumman's earnings per share (EPS) of $8.15 beat expectations by 19.5%.
Sales amounted to $10.4 billion, an increase of 1% year-on-year.
The share price rose 8.31% in pre-market trading.
The company raised its full-year guidance for earnings per share and free cash flow.
International sales grew 18%, driven by increased defense spending.
Company performance
Northrop Grumman delivered a robust performance in the second quarter of 2025, with revenue up 1% year over year. The company's segment operating profit increased 11% and the segment operating margin improved 100 basis points to 11.8%. This growth was driven by strong demand in the Defense and Aerospace segments as well as strategic investments in production capacity.
Financial highlights
Sales: $10.4 billion, an increase of 1% year-on-year
Earnings per share: $8.15, an increase of 28% compared to the previous year
Segment operating profit: increase of 11
Segment operating margin: increase of 100 basis points to 11.8
