Northrop Grumman (NYSE: NOC) beats Q2-2026 adjusted EPS consensus of ~$6.81 per share (July 21, 2026)
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Published on 18. July 2026
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Predicted for 21. July 2026
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Based on: Historical Cycle
Northrop Grumman reports before market open on July 21, 2026. Adjusted EPS consensus: ~$6.81 (Benzinga, July 18, 2026), revenue consensus ~$10.79B. NOC has beaten EPS estimates in four consecutive quarters. Structural tailwinds: record NATO defense spending in 2026, ongoing B-21 Raider serial production, GBSD/Sentinel ICBM program ramp-up. No direct Polymarket market; 4-for-4 beat streak implies ~73% probability.
Data basis for this prediction
- Benzinga Earnings Estimates NOC Q2 2026: EPS-Konsens $6,81 (Stand 18.07.2026)
- NOC: 4 aufeinanderfolgende EPS-Beats (StockTitan/Benzinga, Stand Juli 2026)
- Reuters: NATO-Verteidigungsausgaben 2026 auf Rekordhoch; US-Rüstungssektor profitiert (Juli 2026)
Note: This is an AI-generated statistical forecast for entertainment and information purposes. It does not constitute investment advice or a recommendation to buy or sell any financial instrument.
Verdict: Pending
This prediction is still open. It will be evaluated automatically against real-world sources after its due date.
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