NOC — Northrop Grumman Corporation
Dividend Grades
vs Industrials sector| Metric | NOC | Sector Median |
|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 1.31% | 1.46% |
| Dividend Growth (5Y) | 9.66% | 7.37% |
| Payout Ratio | 31.8% | 32.7% |
| Consecutive Years Paid | 24 | 15 |
| 1Y Total Return | +45.4% | 15.8% |
Grades compare this stock to Industrials sector peers using percentile ranks. A+ = top 10%, F = bottom 10%. See methodology →
1-Year Growth
11.68%
3-Year Growth
9.97%
5-Year Growth
9.66%
10-Year Growth
11.23%
Key Dividend Dates
Next Ex-Date
N/A
Next Payment
N/A
Last Ex-Date
Feb 23, 2026
Last Payment
Mar 11, 2026
Dividend History
| Ex-Date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 23, 2026 | $2.3100 | 0.00% |
| Dec 1, 2025 | $2.3100 | 0.00% |
| Sep 2, 2025 | $2.3100 | 0.00% |
| Jun 2, 2025 | $2.3100 | +12.14% |
| Mar 3, 2025 | $2.0600 | 0.00% |
| Dec 2, 2024 | $2.0600 | 0.00% |
| Sep 3, 2024 | $2.0600 | 0.00% |
| May 24, 2024 | $2.0600 | +10.16% |
| Feb 23, 2024 | $1.8700 | 0.00% |
| Nov 24, 2023 | $1.8700 | 0.00% |
| Aug 25, 2023 | $1.8700 | 0.00% |
| May 26, 2023 | $1.8700 | +8.09% |
| Feb 24, 2023 | $1.7300 | 0.00% |
| Nov 25, 2022 | $1.7300 | 0.00% |
| Aug 26, 2022 | $1.7300 | 0.00% |
| May 27, 2022 | $1.7300 | +10.19% |
| Feb 25, 2022 | $1.5700 | 0.00% |
| Nov 26, 2021 | $1.5700 | 0.00% |
| Aug 27, 2021 | $1.5700 | 0.00% |
| May 28, 2021 | $1.5700 | +8.28% |
Payout Ratio (Earnings)
31.8%
SafeFCF Payout Ratio
40.1%
SafeFinancial Snapshot
| Period | EPS | FCF |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 2025 | $3.33 | -$1.82B |
| Q2 2025 | $8.17 | $637.00M |
| Q3 2025 | $7.69 | $1.26B |
| Q4 2025 | $9.98 | $3.23B |
Analyst Ratings (Last 90 Days)
Peer Comparison
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Northrop Grumman Corporation pay a dividend?
Yes, Northrop Grumman Corporation (NOC) pays a quarterly dividend with a yield of 1.31%.
What is NOC's dividend yield?
NOC's current dividend yield is 1.31%. The annual dividend is $9.24.
When is NOC's next ex-dividend date?
The next ex-dividend date for NOC has not been announced yet.
How many years has Northrop Grumman Corporation increased its dividend?
Northrop Grumman Corporation has increased its dividend for 20 consecutive years.
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About this data
Dividend data sourced from Financial Modeling Prep. Prices updated daily after market close.
Payout ratio — trailing 12-month dividends paid / trailing 12-month net income.
Consecutive years — calendar years with a higher total annual dividend than the prior year.
Growth rates — annualized, comparing the most recent full year total to the total N years prior.
For informational purposes only. Not investment advice.
Data as of March 22, 2026. Source: Financial Modeling Prep. Prices and yields updated daily after market close.