Northrop Grumman Corporation.
American aerospace and defense technology corporation
- Reports this week
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- Connections
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What's happening
Active this week
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Northrop Grumman CEO spoke at the Morgan Stanley conference, while President Trump signed a security agreement regarding Greenland.Some support1 report
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Northrop Grumman Corporation was awarded a contract by the Naval Air Systems Command (NASCOM) on August 26, 2025, to deliver systems for various US military forces.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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South Dakota state invests to establish a defense cluster in Rapid City, attracting major industry investment from Northrop Grumman.Some support3 reports1 development inside
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Base operations of Northrop Grumman are being conducted in South Dakota.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Higher sales from the Sentinel program drove improvement for Northrop Grumman Corporation.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Updates regarding the Sentinel program, including challenges, strategic deterrent development, and Air Force management oversight.Some support1 report
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The US cleared a $24 billion F-35 sale to Saudi Arabia, and Northrop Grumman was named prime contractor for a Space Force GMTI program.Some support1 report
Earlier this month
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The U.K. and Germany placed orders for Chinook helicopters from Northrop Grumman Corporation.Some support1 report
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Rocket Lab and Northrop Grumman Corporation are competing in the advanced space systems market.Some support1 report
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Defense manufacturing peers, including Northrop Grumman, General Dynamics, and Raytheon, are producing NGJ-MB pods for the Australian government.Some support2 reports
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Northrop Grumman Corporation and SandboxAQ successfully tested a drone utilizing magnetic navigation software.Some support2 reports
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SpaceX is targeting a launch of a Northrop Grumman vehicle, MRV, on Falcon 9.Well supported5 reports1 development inside
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Northrop Grumman Corporation was awarded a contract for guided artillery munitions, with the contracting command office located in Newark.Some support1 report
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Peraton appointed Stu Shea as CEO and expanded through acquisitions, including Veritas Capital acquiring Northrop's IT business. Veritas Capital is the private-equity owner of Peraton.Some support1 report
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Cohort plc owns MASS, and Northrop Grumman Corporation is a partner of MASS in the program.Some support1 report
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RTX secured a contract for Standard Missile-6 production, alongside LMT and Northrop Grumman, in Tucson.Speculative1 report2 developments inside
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A rumor has surfaced connecting the CEO of Northrop Grumman Corporation with athlete Simone Biles.Some support1 report
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Man Group filed a report with the SEC regarding its increased holdings in Northrop Grumman Corporation shares.Some support1 report
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Northrop Grumman is an industry partner in the upgrade of the E-2D Advanced Hawkeye, supporting the U.S. Navy's modernization of its fleet and combat systems.Some support2 reports
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Northrop Grumman Corporation (NOC) stock lagged behind the broader market performance on August 18, 2026.Some support1 report
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Kratos Defense and Northrop Grumman participated in an integrated test team demonstration on August 19, showcasing the successful integration of Valkyrie CCA technology.Some support1 report
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Douglas Orellana gained experience at Northrop Grumman and previously led engineering at SAIC.Some support1 report
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Market comparison of two large-cap industrial companies, Northrop Grumman Corporation and Rolls-Royce.Some support1 report
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Geode Capital Management increased its stake in Northrop Grumman Corporation stock on August 15, 2026.Some support1 report
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Institutional investors bought shares in Northrop Grumman Corporation, and Morgan Stanley provided a price objective on the stock.Some support1 report
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Northrop Grumman Corporation sought a permit for pollutant release, which the Virginia DEQ is reviewing.Some support5 reports
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SpaceX and Northrop Grumman Corporation are participating in the Golden Dome program.Some support3 reports
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Northrop Grumman Corporation is working on Gateway projects, including transforming the HaLo mission into LID missions, as part of the original Artemis plan.Some support2 reports
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Northrop Grumman Corporation is working on Gateway projects, including transforming the HaLo mission into LID missions, as part of the original Artemis plan.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Wallops Flight Facility in Virginia was leased from the country, involving Northrop Grumman and Kwajalein Atoll.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Business leaders and leaders reflect on the impact of freedom on US business, mentioning the New York Stock Exchange, Nasdaq, and Northrop Grumman.Some support1 report
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Increased global military spending benefits defense contractors, including General Dynamics, NATO, and Northrop Grumman Corporation.Some support3 reports2 developments inside
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Northrop Grumman Corporation is facing increased defense demand directly tied to the ongoing war in Iran.Some support1 report
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The Kennedy Space Center serves as the operational base for launches, utilizing its facilities in Florida for MRV missions involving Northrop Grumman.Some support2 reports
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Scotiabank trimmed its stake in Northrop Grumman Corporation shares on July 25, 2026.Some support1 report
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Northrop is a mechanical engineering professor at the University of Minnesota.Some support1 report
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US defense companies are becoming major players in space militarization, driven by geopolitical tensions and competition with China.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Northrop Grumman reports strong sales driven by global geopolitical conflicts, including the war with Iran, amid pressure from Donald Trump.Some support1 report
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Northrop Grumman Corporation, also known as Northrop, is based in Falls Church, Virginia, and has an implied historical lineage.Well supported5 reports
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Northrop Grumman received a payload funded by DARPA, and expert Stephen Whiting linked this to China's interest in Proof of Concept for the PLA.Some support1 report
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A major metropolitan area in Missouri is hosting the strategic B-2 Spirit bomber fleet amid potential nuclear war threats involving China and the U.S.Some support1 report
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Northrop Grumman Corporation is expected to benefit from the implementation of Trump tariffs and onshoring policies.Some support3 reports
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Northrop Grumman Corporation was awarded a contract by the Naval Sea Systems Command on July 5, 2026, for Surface Electronic Warfare Improvement Program Block Three Hemisphere and Quadrant systems.Some support1 report
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Northrop Grumman launched Pegasus XL from a site in Florida on July 3, successfully placing the spacecraft into Earth orbit.Some support1 report
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Northrop Grumman-owned developer is using Pratt & Whitney engines to target the market served by Boeing's 757 and 767.Some support2 reports
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Boeing, RTX, and Northrop Grumman are leading manufacturers of advanced missile systems, receiving constant orders from the Pentagon.Speculative1 report2 developments inside
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Northrop Grumman Corporation's B-21 program signals potential peace talks, alongside an air show addressing the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war.Some support1 report
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Citigroup and Jefferies Financial Group lowered their price objectives for Northrop Grumman Corporation stock on July 1, 2026.Some support2 reports
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Katalyst Space, an Arizona-based company, is partnering with NASA for a Swift rescue mission, involving a rocket launch from Kwajalein Atoll.Well supported13 reports
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Inspire and Northrop Grumman were honored at an awards ceremony held at the Ritz-Carlton on June 26, 2026.Some support2 reports
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Geode Capital Management increased its position in Northrop Grumman Corporation stock on June 26, 2026.Some support1 report
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A defense program involving the USAF lightweight fighter program, where General Dynamics won a contract influenced by Soviet technology.Some support1 report
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Northrop Grumman Corporation used Instagram to promote a film.Some support1 report
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Raytheon and Northrop Grumman outfitted the B-52 with new radar systems following the crash.Some support1 report
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Raymond James Financial provided an outperform rating for Northrop Grumman shares, with data reported via MarketBeat.Some support2 reports
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Major ammunition companies, including RUAG Ammotec and BAE Systems, are noted as key players in the global ammunition industry.Well supported3 reports1 development inside
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Naval Air Systems Command awarded a contract to LMT, with work to be executed in Orlando and Fort Worth.Speculative1 report1 development inside
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Northrop Grumman is developing Mako, a multi-mission hypersonic missile, for the U.S. Air Force's SiAW program, targeting both Russia and China.Some support5 reports
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Safran and Northrop are recognized as leading companies in the space propulsion market.Some support1 report
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Rocket Lab is expanding its semiconductor manufacturing capacity to supply space-grade and trusted microchips for defense programs.Some support2 reports
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Around Northrop Grumman Corporation this week
News at the entities that move Northrop Grumman Corporation most-
NOC StructuralA lawsuit has been filed in a D.C. court against the CIA regarding its use of NOCs for deep-cover spying.Moves Northrop Grumman Corporation
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SpaceX OperationalThe UK defence ministry has adopted and begun using SpaceX's Starshield and Starlink services.Moves Northrop Grumman Corporation
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Missile Defense Agency TransactionalVice Adm. Brad Collins succeeds Vice Adm. Scott Gray as commander of CNIC, following Gray's experience leading a shore enterprise at the Missile Defense Agency.Moves Northrop Grumman Corporation
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General Dynamics OperationalInsider transactions disclosed in legal filings with the SEC involving Applied Materials.Moves Northrop Grumman Corporation
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PENTAGON StructuralCongress is overseeing an investigation into a deadly school strike while considering the annual defense authorization bill.Moves Northrop Grumman Corporation
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Virginia StructuralA van incident occurred in Rosslyn, Virginia, involving State Senator Barbara Favola.Moves Northrop Grumman Corporation
Connections
The 40 strongest of 194, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
NOC Structural
A is the functional identity and ticker symbol of B, which is the parent company.
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SpaceX Operational
SpaceX provides launch services for Northrop Grumman's robotic vehicle payloads under various mission and program contracts.
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NATO Operational
Northrop Grumman supplies and collaborates with NATO on defense programs, providing advanced capabilities to allies.
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Missile Defense Agency Transactional
The Missile Defense Agency awarded a task order for simulation and threat modeling, resulting in a $508.5M contract with Northrop Grumman.
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General Dynamics Operational
The two companies are direct, high-stakes competitors in the global aerospace, defense, and space markets.
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Virginia Structural
Northrop Grumman's operations within Virginia are subject to formal state regulatory oversight, including permitting for pollutant release and manufacturing.
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PENTAGON Structural
Northrop Grumman's programs and restructuring are directly influenced by the Pentagon's cost requirements and mandates.
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Mike Witt Structural
Mike Witt serves as Chief Environment, Quality & Safety Officer for Northrop Grumman Corporation.
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Waynesboro Structural
Northrop Grumman is establishing a major $200M facility in Waynesboro, creating long-term employment and economic dependency.
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Spirit AeroSystems Structural
Spirit AeroSystems is identified as a named supplier providing components for the Northrop Grumman B-21 Raider program.
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James Webb Space Telescope Transactional
The relationship involved a specific, one-time supply of the Pegasus XL rocket from Northrop Grumman to the James Webb Space Telescope.
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Lockheed Martin Operational
The two companies operate in the same market space, characterized by both heavy investment in shared technologies and formation of production partnerships.
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SENTINEL Structural
The Sentinel program relies on the resources and execution capacity of Northrop Grumman for development and strategic deployment.
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United States Air Force Structural
Northrop Grumman serves as a key defense contractor, developing and testing critical prototypes and platforms for the United States Air Force.
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Naval Sea Systems Command Transactional
Northrop Grumman was awarded a contract by the Naval Sea Systems Command for the Surface Electronic Warfare Improvement Program Block Three Hemisphere and Quadrant systems.
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Boeing Operational
Both companies are described as prominent, actively competing manufacturers in the global aerospace, defense, and space launch markets.
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RTX Operational
Both Northrop Grumman and RTX are direct competitors in the defense, missile, and advanced weapons systems markets.
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Marines Transactional
The relationship is defined by the operational plan where the Marines utilize systems provided by Northrop Grumman.
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Kratos Defense & Security Solutions Operational
The companies are active peers, simultaneously competing in advanced programs like hypersonics while also collaborating on integrated testing teams.
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Donald Trump Operational
Trump's policies and actions directly influence Northrop Grumman's operations and market standing, while the company's performance influences his personal decisions.
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Kennedy Space Center Operational
Northrop Grumman utilizes the Kennedy Space Center's launch facilities for its various missions, establishing a functional operational link.
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LMT Operational
LMT and Northrop Grumman are direct competitors in the aerospace and defense industry, specializing in military radars and missile systems.
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Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency Transactional
Northrop Grumman received a payload funded by DARPA.
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Middle East Operational
Northrop Grumman draws sustained business demand from the geopolitical conflicts and operational realities of the Middle East.
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Army Transactional
Northrop Grumman Corporation holds a current, high-value contract to supply guided artillery munitions and CIRCM systems to the Army.
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Adam Barr Structural
The company utilizes the individual in a specific functional capacity as the investor relations contact.
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Pratt & Whitney Structural
Pratt & Whitney provides essential engine technology used by developers whose ultimate client is Northrop Grumman.
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Geode Capital Management Transactional
Geode Capital Management increased its investment stake in Northrop Grumman Corporation.
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Securities and Exchange Commission Structural
Northrop Grumman operates under the oversight and regulatory requirements of the Securities and Exchange Commission.
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Falcon Transactional
Falcon is contracted to provide the launch service for Northrop Grumman's MRV payload.
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Gateway Transactional
A is currently under contract with B to manufacture hardware for the Gateway program.
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Rapid City Structural
Northrop Grumman has established a foundational, long-term operational presence as an anchor tenant in Rapid City.
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Kwajalein Atoll Operational
Northrop Grumman utilizes Kwajalein Atoll as a launch site for spacecraft.
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HaLo Structural
HaLo is functionally involved in projects related to LID missions undertaken by Northrop Grumman Corporation.
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Valley Operational
Valley residents are actively opposing Northrop Grumman's pollution permit due to environmental concerns.
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Estonia Operational
The two entities are actively collaborating on the integration of defense systems, specifically IBCS.
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General Atomics Operational
The two companies are direct competitors in the defense industry, evidenced by bidding against each other for major government contracts.
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Valkyrie Operational
Northrop Grumman provides functional support and resources necessary for Valkyrie's testing operations.
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Virginia Department of Environmental Quality Structural
Northrop Grumman is subject to formal environmental permitting and regulation by the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality.
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Hill Air Force Base Operational
The relationship involves operational cooperation between the base and the defense contractor through program reviews and shared defense initiatives.
History
Events by the month they beganSeptember 2026
12 events- Northrop Grumman CEO spoke at the Morgan Stanley conference, while President Trump signed a security agreement regarding Greenland.
- South Dakota state invests to establish a defense cluster in Rapid City, attracting major industry investment from Northrop Grumman.
- Base operations of Northrop Grumman are being conducted in South Dakota.
- Updates regarding the Sentinel program, including challenges, strategic deterrent development, and Air Force management oversight.
- The US cleared a $24 billion F-35 sale to Saudi Arabia, and Northrop Grumman was named prime contractor for a Space Force GMTI program.
- The U.K. and Germany placed orders for Chinook helicopters from Northrop Grumman Corporation.
- Rocket Lab and Northrop Grumman Corporation are competing in the advanced space systems market.
- Defense manufacturing peers, including Northrop Grumman, General Dynamics, and Raytheon, are producing NGJ-MB pods for the Australian government.
- Northrop Grumman Corporation and SandboxAQ successfully tested a drone utilizing magnetic navigation software.
- Northrop Grumman Corporation was awarded a contract for guided artillery munitions, with the contracting command office located in Newark.
- Peraton appointed Stu Shea as CEO and expanded through acquisitions, including Veritas Capital acquiring Northrop's IT business. Veritas Capital is the private-equity owner of Peraton.
- Cohort plc owns MASS, and Northrop Grumman Corporation is a partner of MASS in the program.
August 2026
13 events- A rumor has surfaced connecting the CEO of Northrop Grumman Corporation with athlete Simone Biles.
- Man Group filed a report with the SEC regarding its increased holdings in Northrop Grumman Corporation shares.
- Northrop Grumman is an industry partner in the upgrade of the E-2D Advanced Hawkeye, supporting the U.S. Navy's modernization of its fleet and combat systems.
- Northrop Grumman Corporation (NOC) stock lagged behind the broader market performance on August 18, 2026.
- Kratos Defense and Northrop Grumman participated in an integrated test team demonstration on August 19, showcasing the successful integration of Valkyrie CCA technology.
- Douglas Orellana gained experience at Northrop Grumman and previously led engineering at SAIC.
- Market comparison of two large-cap industrial companies, Northrop Grumman Corporation and Rolls-Royce.
- Geode Capital Management increased its stake in Northrop Grumman Corporation stock on August 15, 2026.
- Institutional investors bought shares in Northrop Grumman Corporation, and Morgan Stanley provided a price objective on the stock.
- SpaceX and Northrop Grumman Corporation are participating in the Golden Dome program.
- Northrop Grumman Corporation is working on Gateway projects, including transforming the HaLo mission into LID missions, as part of the original Artemis plan.
- Northrop Grumman Corporation is working on Gateway projects, including transforming the HaLo mission into LID missions, as part of the original Artemis plan.
- Business leaders and leaders reflect on the impact of freedom on US business, mentioning the New York Stock Exchange, Nasdaq, and Northrop Grumman.
July 2026
15 events- SpaceX is targeting a launch of a Northrop Grumman vehicle, MRV, on Falcon 9.
- Wallops Flight Facility in Virginia was leased from the country, involving Northrop Grumman and Kwajalein Atoll.
- Increased global military spending benefits defense contractors, including General Dynamics, NATO, and Northrop Grumman Corporation.
- Northrop Grumman Corporation is facing increased defense demand directly tied to the ongoing war in Iran.
- The Kennedy Space Center serves as the operational base for launches, utilizing its facilities in Florida for MRV missions involving Northrop Grumman.
- Scotiabank trimmed its stake in Northrop Grumman Corporation shares on July 25, 2026.
- Northrop is a mechanical engineering professor at the University of Minnesota.
- Northrop Grumman reports strong sales driven by global geopolitical conflicts, including the war with Iran, amid pressure from Donald Trump.
- Northrop Grumman received a payload funded by DARPA, and expert Stephen Whiting linked this to China's interest in Proof of Concept for the PLA.
- A major metropolitan area in Missouri is hosting the strategic B-2 Spirit bomber fleet amid potential nuclear war threats involving China and the U.S.
- Northrop Grumman Corporation was awarded a contract by the Naval Sea Systems Command on July 5, 2026, for Surface Electronic Warfare Improvement Program Block Three Hemisphere and Quadrant systems.
- Northrop Grumman launched Pegasus XL from a site in Florida on July 3, successfully placing the spacecraft into Earth orbit.
- Northrop Grumman-owned developer is using Pratt & Whitney engines to target the market served by Boeing's 757 and 767.
- Northrop Grumman Corporation's B-21 program signals potential peace talks, alongside an air show addressing the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war.
- Citigroup and Jefferies Financial Group lowered their price objectives for Northrop Grumman Corporation stock on July 1, 2026.
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June 2026
20 events- Northrop Grumman Corporation was awarded a contract by the Naval Air Systems Command (NASCOM) on August 26, 2025, to deliver systems for various US military forces.
- Higher sales from the Sentinel program drove improvement for Northrop Grumman Corporation.
- RTX secured a contract for Standard Missile-6 production, alongside LMT and Northrop Grumman, in Tucson.
- Northrop Grumman Corporation sought a permit for pollutant release, which the Virginia DEQ is reviewing.
- US defense companies are becoming major players in space militarization, driven by geopolitical tensions and competition with China.
- Northrop Grumman Corporation, also known as Northrop, is based in Falls Church, Virginia, and has an implied historical lineage.
- Northrop Grumman Corporation is expected to benefit from the implementation of Trump tariffs and onshoring policies.
- Boeing, RTX, and Northrop Grumman are leading manufacturers of advanced missile systems, receiving constant orders from the Pentagon.
- Katalyst Space, an Arizona-based company, is partnering with NASA for a Swift rescue mission, involving a rocket launch from Kwajalein Atoll.
- Inspire and Northrop Grumman were honored at an awards ceremony held at the Ritz-Carlton on June 26, 2026.
- Geode Capital Management increased its position in Northrop Grumman Corporation stock on June 26, 2026.
- A defense program involving the USAF lightweight fighter program, where General Dynamics won a contract influenced by Soviet technology.
- Northrop Grumman Corporation used Instagram to promote a film.
- Raytheon and Northrop Grumman outfitted the B-52 with new radar systems following the crash.
- Raymond James Financial provided an outperform rating for Northrop Grumman shares, with data reported via MarketBeat.
- Major ammunition companies, including RUAG Ammotec and BAE Systems, are noted as key players in the global ammunition industry.
- Naval Air Systems Command awarded a contract to LMT, with work to be executed in Orlando and Fort Worth.
- Northrop Grumman is developing Mako, a multi-mission hypersonic missile, for the U.S. Air Force's SiAW program, targeting both Russia and China.
- Safran and Northrop are recognized as leading companies in the space propulsion market.
- Rocket Lab is expanding its semiconductor manufacturing capacity to supply space-grade and trusted microchips for defense programs.