Gross Margin: 19.84%
Is the gross margin high or low?
The gross margin of 19.84% is in line with its 5-year average of 19.62%, near the high end of its 5-year range (4.56%–22.33%).
As of Monday, June 29, 2026. 0.34% above its 12-month average of 19.77%.
NOC Gross Margin
Reported quarterly gross margin; no daily interpolation.
NOC Average Gross Margin Chart
NOC Current vs Average Gross Margin Chart
NOC Gross Margin Metrics
GROSS MARGIN
19.84%
GROSS MARGIN AVG TTM
19.77%
GROSS MARGIN AVG 3Y
20.67%
GROSS MARGIN AVG 5Y
20.37%
GROSS MARGIN AVG 10Y
21.40%
GROSS MARGIN AVG 15Y
21.69%
GROSS MARGIN AVG 20Y
20.78%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
+0.34%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
-4.01%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-2.64%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-7.32%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-8.57%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-4.53%
NOC Competitors' Gross Margin
| NAME | MARKET CAP | GROSS MARGIN | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northrop Grumman Corporation (NOC) | $71.66B | 19.84% | 19.77% | 20.67% | 20.37% |
| Norfolk Southern Corporation (NSC)vs › | $71.12B | 45.31% | 36.74% | 33.43% | 34.60% |
| Honeywell International Inc. (HON)vs › | $71.07B | 36.95% | 37.70% | 37.47% | 36.30% |
| United Rentals, Inc. (URI)vs › | $71.05B | 36.25% | 36.33% | 37.50% | 36.53% |
| Canadian National Railway Company (CNI)vs › | $72.62B | 44.21% | 42.87% | 42.87% | 42.52% |
| TransDigm Group Incorporated (TDG)vs › | $73.66B | 59.02% | 59.49% | 58.60% | 56.44% |
| Comfort Systems USA, Inc. (FIX)vs › | $69.29B | 25.13% | 22.57% | 20.52% | 19.92% |
| FedEx Corporation (FDX)vs › | $74.24B | 22.90% | 21.69% | 21.56% | 21.51% |
| Cintas Corporation (CTAS)vs › | $67.92B | 50.36% | 49.44% | 48.11% | 47.45% |
| Illinois Tool Works Inc. (ITW)vs › | $77.09B | 44.12% | 43.88% | 42.30% | 41.61% |
Gross Margin Analysis
Gross Margin
19.8%
(Revenue - COGS) / Revenue
Gross Margin Formula & Definition
Gross Margin = Gross Profit / Revenue
Gross margin is the percentage of revenue remaining after the cost of goods sold, reflecting core product profitability.
Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute
Gross Margin FAQ
- What is the gross margin for Northrop Grumman Corporation (NOC)?
- The gross margin for NOC stock is 19.84%.
- Is Northrop Grumman Corporation's gross margin high or low?
- The gross margin of 19.84% is in line with its 5-year average of 19.62%, near the high end of its 5-year range (4.56%–22.33%).
- What is the TTM average gross margin for Northrop Grumman Corporation (NOC)?
- The TTM average gross margin for NOC stock is 19.77%.
- What is the 3Y average gross margin for Northrop Grumman Corporation (NOC)?
- The 3Y average gross margin for NOC stock is 20.67%.
- What is the 5Y average gross margin for Northrop Grumman Corporation (NOC)?
- The 5Y average gross margin for NOC stock is 20.37%.
- What is the 10Y average gross margin for Northrop Grumman Corporation (NOC)?
- The 10Y average gross margin for NOC stock is 21.40%.
- What is the 15Y average gross margin for Northrop Grumman Corporation (NOC)?
- The 15Y average gross margin for NOC stock is 21.69%.
- What is the 20Y average gross margin for Northrop Grumman Corporation (NOC)?
- The 20Y average gross margin for NOC stock is 20.78%.
NOC Gross Margin History
| DATE | GROSS MARGIN |
|---|---|
| 2026-03-31 | 19.84% |
| 2025-12-31 | 19.60% |
| 2025-09-30 | 21.37% |
| 2025-06-30 | 21.35% |
| 2025-03-31 | 16.69% |
| 2024-12-31 | 18.08% |
| 2024-09-30 | 21.07% |
| 2024-06-30 | 21.44% |
| 2024-03-31 | 21.05% |
| 2023-12-31 | 4.56% |
| 2023-09-30 | 20.88% |
| 2023-06-30 | 21.30% |
| 2023-03-31 | 21.34% |
| 2022-12-31 | 18.18% |
| 2022-09-30 | 20.27% |
| 2022-06-30 | 22.26% |
| 2022-03-31 | 21.29% |
| 2021-12-31 | 17.95% |
| 2021-09-30 | 22.18% |
| 2021-06-30 | 22.33% |
| 2021-03-31 | 19.00% |
| 2020-12-31 | 20.47% |
| 2020-09-30 | 20.26% |
| 2020-06-30 | 20.55% |
| 2020-03-31 | 19.98% |
| 2019-12-31 | 24.15% |
| 2019-09-30 | 20.38% |
| 2019-06-30 | 20.46% |
| 2019-03-31 | 20.71% |
| 2018-12-31 | 20.46% |
| 2018-09-30 | 24.68% |
| 2018-06-30 | 21.94% |
| 2018-03-31 | 23.24% |
| 2017-12-31 | 21.30% |
| 2017-09-30 | 23.15% |
| 2017-06-30 | 23.86% |
| 2017-03-31 | 24.08% |
| 2016-12-31 | 23.09% |
| 2016-09-30 | 24.18% |
| 2016-06-30 | 23.62% |
| 2016-03-31 | 23.42% |
| 2015-12-31 | 23.11% |
| 2015-09-30 | 24.37% |
| 2015-06-30 | 24.66% |
| 2015-03-31 | 23.75% |
| 2014-12-31 | 23.82% |
| 2014-09-30 | 22.54% |
| 2014-06-30 | 23.35% |
| 2014-03-31 | 23.72% |
| 2013-12-31 | 21.59% |
| 2013-09-30 | 22.03% |
| 2013-06-30 | 22.05% |
| 2013-03-31 | 21.58% |
| 2012-12-31 | 24.10% |
| 2012-09-30 | 20.86% |
| 2012-06-30 | 21.58% |
| 2012-03-31 | 21.89% |
| 2011-12-31 | 22.07% |
| 2011-09-30 | 21.39% |
| 2011-06-30 | 21.30% |
| 2011-03-31 | 20.48% |
| 2010-12-31 | 18.62% |
| 2010-09-30 | 17.51% |
| 2010-06-30 | 16.84% |
| 2010-03-31 | 17.80% |
| 2009-12-31 | 17.69% |
| 2009-09-30 | 16.31% |
| 2009-06-30 | 15.93% |
| 2009-03-31 | 16.88% |
| 2008-12-31 | 19.97% |
| 2008-09-30 | 18.57% |
| 2008-06-30 | 18.58% |
| 2008-03-31 | 15.56% |
| 2007-12-31 | 18.61% |
| 2007-09-30 | 20.16% |
| 2007-06-30 | 19.78% |
| 2007-03-31 | 19.01% |
| 2006-12-31 | 17.80% |
| 2006-09-30 | 17.93% |
| 2006-06-30 | 19.02% |
| 2006-03-31 | 17.96% |
| 2005-12-31 | 18.31% |
| 2005-09-30 | 14.96% |
| 2005-06-30 | 16.59% |
| 2005-03-31 | 16.87% |
| 2004-12-31 | 16.42% |
| 2004-09-30 | 15.94% |
| 2004-06-30 | 14.81% |
| 2004-03-31 | 14.96% |
| 2003-12-31 | 14.10% |
| 2003-09-30 | 15.70% |
| 2003-06-30 | 14.21% |
| 2003-03-31 | 15.39% |
| 2002-12-31 | 18.28% |
| 2002-09-30 | 18.37% |
| 2002-06-30 | 18.40% |
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About Northrop Grumman Corporation
Northrop Grumman Corporation is a leading global player in the aerospace and defense sectors. Its Aeronautics Systems division is responsible for the full lifecycle of aircraft, from design and development to production, integration, and ongoing maintenance. This includes a diverse portfolio of crewed and uncrewed aerial platforms: advanced strategic long-range strike aircraft, tactical fighter and air superiority jets, and sophisticated airborne systems for battle management and command and control. Additionally, it specializes in autonomous uncrewed aircraft systems, such as high-altitude, long-endurance strategic intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) platforms, alongside vertical take-off and landing tactical ISR systems. The Defense Systems segment focuses on creating and delivering a wide array of weapons and mission technologies. Its offerings encompass integrated battle management solutions, various weapons platforms, and specialized aircraft. Key products include command and control systems, munitions, and missiles, alongside precision strike capabilities. The segment is also at the forefront of propulsion technologies, offering both air-breathing and advanced hypersonic systems, as well as sophisticated gun systems and precision munitions. Beyond products, it provides comprehensive life-cycle support, including software services, ongoing maintenance, logistics, operational assistance, and modernization efforts for air, sea, and ground-based defense systems. Within its Mission Systems division, Northrop Grumman delivers critical capabilities spanning cybersecurity, C4ISR (command, control, communications, computers, intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance). This includes developing advanced sensing technologies such as radar, electro-optical/infrared, and acoustic sensors, alongside electronic warfare systems. The division also provides cutting-edge communications and networking solutions, intelligence processing, navigation systems, and maritime power, propulsion, and payload launch systems. Furthermore, it supplies airborne multifunction sensors, integrated maritime and land-based systems, targeting and survivability solutions, and robust networked information platforms. The Space Systems segment is a key provider of space-based solutions, delivering satellites and their associated payloads, along with essential ground control systems. It specializes in missile defense systems, including interceptors, and offers a range of launch vehicles with their propulsion components, as well as strategic missile technologies. Established in 1939, the corporation maintains its headquarters in Falls Church, Virginia.
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- CEO
- Kathy J. Warden