Northrop Grumman's Sentinel Surprise Propels Analyst Confidence, Stock Forecast
1. NOC's Q2 revenue of $10.35 billion exceeded estimates by $0.24 billion. 2. Revenue guidance for 2025 revised to $42.05-$42.25 billion. 3. Analyst upgraded price target from $550 to $650, maintaining 'Buy' rating. 4. Shares rose 9.4% post-earnings, reflecting confidence in contract execution. 5. International sales grew 18% year-over-year amid rising global defense demands.