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Northrop Grumman beats EPS; raises FY26 guidance; analysts lift price targets

Oct 21, 2026, 9:48 AM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed

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EPS beat and raised guidance commonly drive multiple expansion; elevated analyst targets reinforce upside risk.

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Northrop Grumman posted Q3 EPS of $7.89, beating estimates, with revenue of $11.122B slightly below consensus. The firm raised FY2026 adjusted EPS guidance to $29.35-$29.75 from $28.60-$29.10. Pre-market shares rose about 0.8% to $538.50 as analysts lifted targets.

Q3 EPS of $7.89 beat consensus. Revenue of $11.122B missed.
FY2026 adj EPS guidance raised to $29.35-$29.75.
Shares rose 0.8% pre-market to $538.50.
Analysts raised targets: Baird to $675; Guggenheim to $640; RBC to $550.

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