Northrop Grumman is a leading global aerospace and defense technology company that specializes in the design, development, and production of advanced systems and products for government and commercial customers. The company operates across various sectors, including autonomous systems, cyber, space, and missile defense, and focuses on delivering innovative solutions that enhance national security and promote global stability. With a commitment to technological advancement and sustainable practices, Northrop Grumman plays a critical role in providing integrated capabilities to address complex challenges in a rapidly evolving security landscape. Read More
The United States economy hit a significant speed bump in the final stretch of 2025, with Fourth Quarter Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growing at a lackluster 1.4% annualized rate. The figure, released earlier this morning, fell sharply short of the 2.5% to 3.0% growth range projected by
Energy markets are on high alert this morning as crude oil prices climbed to a six-month high, nearing $67 per barrel. The surge follows a series of aggressive maneuvers in the Persian Gulf and inflammatory rhetoric from both Washington and Tehran, reigniting fears of a direct military confrontation that could
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As of February 20, 2026, global energy markets are reeling from a sharp escalation in geopolitical hostilities between Washington and Tehran. Following the collapse of high-level nuclear negotiations in Geneva, President Donald Trump has issued a stern 15-day ultimatum to the Iranian government, demanding a comprehensive agreement that curtails not
The U.S. Department of Commerce released a sobering report today, February 20, 2026, revealing that the American economy slowed to a crawl in the final months of 2025. According to the Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA), Real Gross Domestic Product (GDP) increased at an annual rate of 1.4%
The S&P 500 (^GSPC) is often seen as a benchmark for strong businesses, but that doesn’t mean every stock is worth owning.
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The global defense sector has undergone a fundamental transformation in early 2026, transitioning from a traditional counter-cyclical hedge to a primary engine of market growth. As of February 17, 2026, the industry is riding a massive wave of momentum sparked by the "Super-Cycle" themes identified on February 10, when both
FALLS CHURCH, Va., Feb. 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Northrop Grumman (NYSE: NOC) announced it has elected Admiral Christopher Grady, former vice chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, to its board of directors.
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The federal government has fully implemented the so-called "Trump Accounts" reporting rule. As of February 11, 2026, every federal agency is now mandated to provide a granular, real-time accounting of every dollar spent and every personnel hour logged. This initiative, which began as a campaign promise to "drain the swamp"
The S&P 500 Index retreated further from its historic peaks on Wednesday, closing at 6,914.75, a decline of 0.39% for the session. This pullback marks a significant cooling period for a market that only weeks ago, on January 28, 2026, celebrated a record-shattering high of 7,
FALLS CHURCH, Va., Feb. 11, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE: NOC) will participate in Citi’s 2026 Global Industrial Tech and Mobility Conference on Wednesday, February 18. Kathy Warden, chair, chief executive officer and president, will present beginning at 9:40 a.m. Eastern time. The presentation will be webcast live at http://investor.northropgrumman.com.
FALLS CHURCH, Va., Feb. 10, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The board of directors of Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE: NOC) declared a quarterly dividend of $2.31 per share on Northrop Grumman common stock, payable March 11, 2026, to shareholders of record as of the close of business February 23, 2026. Northrop Grumman continues to execute a disciplined capital allocation strategy that prioritizes investments in the manufacturing capabilities and capacity needed to deliver differentiating technologies quickly for our customers.
Wall Street’s bearish price targets for the stocks in this article signal serious concerns.
Such forecasts are uncommon in an industry where maintaining cordial corporate relationships often trumps delivering the hard truth.
As the diplomatic thaw of the winter freezes over, the shadow of conflict in the Middle East has lengthened. On the decentralized prediction platform Polymarket, the collective intelligence of thousands of global traders is currently pricing in a staggering 56% probability that the United States will conduct a kinetic strike against Iran by June 30, [...]
Date: February 9, 2026 Introduction In the rapidly evolving landscape of global defense, L3Harris Technologies (NYSE: LHX) has emerged as the industry’s "Trusted Disruptor." Once viewed as a mid-tier electronics specialist, the company has transformed into a critical prime contractor, rivaling the traditional giants of the aerospace and defense sector. As of February 2026, LHX [...]
As of February 7, 2026, the intersection of high-stakes diplomacy and military posturing has turned the eyes of the world toward the Persian Gulf. Prediction markets are currently pricing in a significant probability of military conflict between the United States and Iran, with the flagship "U.S. strike on Iran" market on Polymarket seeing its cumulative [...]
