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Northrop Grumman beats Q3 estimates, lifts 2026 guidance, issues 2027 outlook

By BORSA NewsroomPublished Oct 20, 2026, 6:31 AM EDTUpdated Oct 20, 2026, 6:32 AM EDT

Northrop Grumman reported Q3 EPS of $7.89, beating estimates, and raised 2026 EPS guidance to $29.35-$29.75. The initial 2027 outlook calls for 5%-7% sales growth and FCF of $3.3B-$3.5B. Shares rose 1.8% premarket.

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WHAT WE KNOW

Q3 EPS $7.89 vs. estimate $7.19
Q3 sales $11.1B vs. estimate $11.2B
2026 EPS guidance raised to $29.35-$29.75 from $28.60-$29.10