Shares Outstanding: 142.50M
The shares outstanding is 142.50M. It is below its 12-month average by 0.74% (143.56M).
NOC Shares Outstanding
Reported quarterly weighted average share count; no daily interpolation.
NOC Average Shares Outstanding Chart
NOC Current vs Average Shares Outstanding Chart
NOC Shares Outstanding Metrics
SHARES OUTSTANDING
142.50M
SHARES OUTSTANDING AVG TTM
143.56M
SHARES OUTSTANDING AVG 3Y
147.45M
SHARES OUTSTANDING AVG 5Y
151.67M
SHARES OUTSTANDING AVG 10Y
162.19M
SHARES OUTSTANDING AVG 15Y
179.95M
SHARES OUTSTANDING AVG 20Y
221.52M
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-0.74%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
-3.35%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-6.04%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-12.14%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-20.81%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-35.67%
Share Structure
Shares Outstanding
143.50M
Float Shares
N/A
Stock Price
$500.03
Market Cap
$71.0B
Quarterly Shares Outstanding History
| Period | Weighted Average Shares | QoQ Change |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 2026 | 142.50M | -0.28% |
| Q4 2025 | 142.90M | -0.42% |
| Q3 2025 | 143.50M | -0.35% |
| Q2 2025 | 144.00M | -0.62% |
| Q1 2025 | 144.90M | -1.63% |
| Q4 2024 | 147.30M | +0.55% |
| Q3 2024 | 146.50M | -0.81% |
| Q2 2024 | 147.70M | -1.07% |
| Q1 2024 | 149.30M | -1.19% |
| Q4 2023 | 151.10M | -0.40% |
| Q3 2023 | 151.70M | -0.33% |
| Q2 2023 | 152.20M | -0.65% |
| Q1 2023 | 153.20M | -0.84% |
| Q4 2022 | 154.50M | -0.52% |
| Q3 2022 | 155.30M | -0.45% |
| Q2 2022 | 156.00M | -0.38% |
| Q1 2022 | 156.60M | -2.37% |
| Q4 2021 | 160.40M | +0.00% |
| Q3 2021 | 160.40M | -0.68% |
| Q2 2021 | 161.50M | -1.22% |
| Q1 2021 | 163.50M | -1.98% |
| Q4 2020 | 166.80M | -0.30% |
| Q3 2020 | 167.30M | +0.00% |
| Q2 2020 | 167.30M | -0.65% |
| Q1 2020 | 168.40M | +0.42% |
| Q4 2019 | 167.70M | -1.29% |
| Q3 2019 | 169.90M | -0.23% |
| Q2 2019 | 170.30M | -0.23% |
| Q1 2019 | 170.70M | +0.41% |
| Q4 2018 | 170.00M | -2.80% |
| Q3 2018 | 174.90M | -0.29% |
| Q2 2018 | 175.40M | +0.00% |
| Q1 2018 | 175.40M | +0.63% |
| Q4 2017 | 174.30M | -0.57% |
| Q3 2017 | 175.30M | -0.11% |
| Q2 2017 | 175.50M | -0.34% |
| Q1 2017 | 176.10M | +0.74% |
| Q4 2016 | 174.80M | -2.67% |
| Q3 2016 | 179.60M | -1.05% |
| Q2 2016 | 181.50M | -1.04% |
| Q1 2016 | 183.40M | +1.16% |
| Q4 2015 | 181.30M | -3.51% |
| Q3 2015 | 187.90M | -2.99% |
| Q2 2015 | 193.70M | -3.39% |
| Q1 2015 | 200.50M | +1.42% |
| Q4 2014 | 197.70M | -5.50% |
| Q3 2014 | 209.20M | -2.79% |
| Q2 2014 | 215.20M | -2.36% |
| Q1 2014 | 220.40M | +1.90% |
| Q4 2013 | 216.30M | -7.01% |
| Q3 2013 | 232.60M | -2.06% |
| Q2 2013 | 237.50M | -1.45% |
| Q1 2013 | 241.00M | +1.95% |
| Q4 2012 | 236.40M | -6.23% |
| Q3 2012 | 252.10M | -1.02% |
| Q2 2012 | 254.70M | -1.28% |
| Q1 2012 | 258.00M | +1.94% |
| Q4 2011 | 253.10M | -9.38% |
| Q3 2011 | 279.30M | -2.75% |
| Q2 2011 | 287.20M | -3.27% |
| Q1 2011 | 296.90M | +1.75% |
| Q4 2010 | 291.80M | -1.95% |
| Q3 2010 | 297.60M | -2.04% |
| Q2 2010 | 303.80M | -0.75% |
| Q1 2010 | 306.10M | +1.19% |
| Q4 2009 | 302.50M | -5.65% |
| Q3 2009 | 320.60M | -1.60% |
| Q2 2009 | 325.80M | -1.90% |
| Q1 2009 | 332.10M | +1.59% |
| Q4 2008 | 326.90M | -3.88% |
| Q3 2008 | 340.10M | -1.16% |
| Q2 2008 | 344.10M | -1.49% |
| Q1 2008 | 349.30M | +3.10% |
| Q4 2007 | 338.80M | -3.91% |
| Q3 2007 | 352.60M | -0.76% |
| Q2 2007 | 355.30M | -0.84% |
| Q1 2007 | 358.30M | +3.76% |
| Q4 2006 | 345.30M | -1.62% |
| Q3 2006 | 351.00M | +0.26% |
| Q2 2006 | 350.10M | -0.20% |
| Q1 2006 | 350.80M | +2.18% |
| Q4 2005 | 343.30M | -5.22% |
| Q3 2005 | 362.20M | -0.82% |
| Q2 2005 | 365.20M | -0.49% |
| Q1 2005 | 367.00M | +1.75% |
| Q4 2004 | 360.70M | -0.91% |
| Q3 2004 | 364.00M | +0.14% |
| Q2 2004 | 363.50M | -0.47% |
| Q1 2004 | 365.20M | +1.07% |
| Q4 2003 | 361.32M | -1.28% |
| Q3 2003 | 366.00M | -0.74% |
| Q2 2003 | 368.74M | +0.06% |
| Q1 2003 | 368.52M | +0.85% |
| Q4 2002 | 365.40M | +58.58% |
| Q3 2002 | 230.42M | +0.34% |
| Q2 2002 | 229.64M | - |
Relationship: Market Cap = Shares Outstanding × Stock Price
Key concepts:
- Float shares: Shares available for public trading
- Dilution: When new shares are issued, existing shareholders own less
- Buybacks: Reduce share count, increasing EPS and ownership stake
- Stock splits: Increase share count but don't change market cap
Shares Outstanding Formula & Definition
Shares Outstanding represents the reported weighted average share count used for per-share metrics. Changes in share count affect EPS and ownership dilution.
Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute
Shares Outstanding FAQ
- What is the shares outstanding for Northrop Grumman Corporation (NOC)?
- The shares outstanding for NOC stock is 142.50M.
- What is the TTM average shares outstanding for Northrop Grumman Corporation (NOC)?
- The TTM average shares outstanding for NOC stock is 143.56M.
- What is the 3Y average shares outstanding for Northrop Grumman Corporation (NOC)?
- The 3Y average shares outstanding for NOC stock is 147.45M.
- What is the 5Y average shares outstanding for Northrop Grumman Corporation (NOC)?
- The 5Y average shares outstanding for NOC stock is 151.67M.
- What is the 10Y average shares outstanding for Northrop Grumman Corporation (NOC)?
- The 10Y average shares outstanding for NOC stock is 162.19M.
- What is the 15Y average shares outstanding for Northrop Grumman Corporation (NOC)?
- The 15Y average shares outstanding for NOC stock is 179.95M.
- What is the 20Y average shares outstanding for Northrop Grumman Corporation (NOC)?
- The 20Y average shares outstanding for NOC stock is 221.52M.
NOC Shares Outstanding History
| DATE | SHARES OUTSTANDING |
|---|---|
| 2026-03-31 | 142.50M |
| 2025-12-31 | 142.90M |
| 2025-09-30 | 143.50M |
| 2025-06-30 | 144.00M |
| 2025-03-31 | 144.90M |
| 2024-12-31 | 147.30M |
| 2024-09-30 | 146.50M |
| 2024-06-30 | 147.70M |
| 2024-03-31 | 149.30M |
| 2023-12-31 | 151.10M |
| 2023-09-30 | 151.70M |
| 2023-06-30 | 152.20M |
| 2023-03-31 | 153.20M |
| 2022-12-31 | 154.50M |
| 2022-09-30 | 155.30M |
| 2022-06-30 | 156.00M |
| 2022-03-31 | 156.60M |
| 2021-12-31 | 160.40M |
| 2021-09-30 | 160.40M |
| 2021-06-30 | 161.50M |
| 2021-03-31 | 163.50M |
| 2020-12-31 | 166.80M |
| 2020-09-30 | 167.30M |
| 2020-06-30 | 167.30M |
| 2020-03-31 | 168.40M |
| 2019-12-31 | 167.70M |
| 2019-09-30 | 169.90M |
| 2019-06-30 | 170.30M |
| 2019-03-31 | 170.70M |
| 2018-12-31 | 170.00M |
| 2018-09-30 | 174.90M |
| 2018-06-30 | 175.40M |
| 2018-03-31 | 175.40M |
| 2017-12-31 | 174.30M |
| 2017-09-30 | 175.30M |
| 2017-06-30 | 175.50M |
| 2017-03-31 | 176.10M |
| 2016-12-31 | 174.80M |
| 2016-09-30 | 179.60M |
| 2016-06-30 | 181.50M |
| 2016-03-31 | 183.40M |
| 2015-12-31 | 181.30M |
| 2015-09-30 | 187.90M |
| 2015-06-30 | 193.70M |
| 2015-03-31 | 200.50M |
| 2014-12-31 | 197.70M |
| 2014-09-30 | 209.20M |
| 2014-06-30 | 215.20M |
| 2014-03-31 | 220.40M |
| 2013-12-31 | 216.30M |
| 2013-09-30 | 232.60M |
| 2013-06-30 | 237.50M |
| 2013-03-31 | 241.00M |
| 2012-12-31 | 236.40M |
| 2012-09-30 | 252.10M |
| 2012-06-30 | 254.70M |
| 2012-03-31 | 258.00M |
| 2011-12-31 | 253.10M |
| 2011-09-30 | 279.30M |
| 2011-06-30 | 287.20M |
| 2011-03-31 | 296.90M |
| 2010-12-31 | 291.80M |
| 2010-09-30 | 297.60M |
| 2010-06-30 | 303.80M |
| 2010-03-31 | 306.10M |
| 2009-12-31 | 302.50M |
| 2009-09-30 | 320.60M |
| 2009-06-30 | 325.80M |
| 2009-03-31 | 332.10M |
| 2008-12-31 | 326.90M |
| 2008-09-30 | 340.10M |
| 2008-06-30 | 344.10M |
| 2008-03-31 | 349.30M |
| 2007-12-31 | 338.80M |
| 2007-09-30 | 352.60M |
| 2007-06-30 | 355.30M |
| 2007-03-31 | 358.30M |
| 2006-12-31 | 345.30M |
| 2006-09-30 | 351.00M |
| 2006-06-30 | 350.10M |
| 2006-03-31 | 350.80M |
| 2005-12-31 | 343.30M |
| 2005-09-30 | 362.20M |
| 2005-06-30 | 365.20M |
| 2005-03-31 | 367.00M |
| 2004-12-31 | 360.70M |
| 2004-09-30 | 364.00M |
| 2004-06-30 | 363.50M |
| 2004-03-31 | 365.20M |
| 2003-12-31 | 361.32M |
| 2003-09-30 | 366.00M |
| 2003-06-30 | 368.74M |
| 2003-03-31 | 368.52M |
| 2002-12-31 | 365.40M |
| 2002-09-30 | 230.42M |
| 2002-06-30 | 229.64M |
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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.
- Sector
- Industrials
- Industry
- Aerospace & Defense
- CEO
- Kathy J. Warden