PE Ratio: 16.22

Basis: FMP quote price / unrounded diluted EPS from four consecutive issuer fiscal quarters. Source: stored company filings and market data; unavailable inputs remain N/A.

Is the P/E ratio high or low?

The P/E ratio of 16.22 is 17% below its 5-year average of 19.47, near the low end of its 5-year range (8.52–36.21).

As of 2026-09-26T00:15:59.812Z. 20.43% below its 12-month average of 20.38.

PE Ratio (16.22) = Close Price ($510.52) / Diluted TTM EPS ($31.47)

NOC PE Ratio Metrics

P/E vs. its own history

At 16.2, P/E is near its 20-year median — higher than 58% of readings in its 20-year history.

P/E Comparison

PE Ratio Formula & Definition

PE Ratio = Share Price / Diluted EPS (TTM)

The price-to-earnings ratio measures how much investors pay for each dollar of trailing earnings. A lower PE can indicate a cheaper valuation; a higher PE implies higher growth expectations.

Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute

PE Ratio FAQ

What is the P/E ratio for Northrop Grumman Corporation (NOC)?

The P/E ratio for NOC stock is 16.22.

Is Northrop Grumman Corporation's P/E ratio high or low?

The P/E ratio of 16.22 is 17% below its 5-year average of 19.47, near the low end of its 5-year range (8.52–36.21).

What is the TTM average P/E ratio for Northrop Grumman Corporation (NOC)?

The TTM average P/E ratio for NOC stock is 20.38.

What is the 3Y average P/E ratio for Northrop Grumman Corporation (NOC)?

The 3Y average P/E ratio for NOC stock is 23.50.

What is the 5Y average P/E ratio for Northrop Grumman Corporation (NOC)?

The 5Y average P/E ratio for NOC stock is 19.47.

What is the 10Y average P/E ratio for Northrop Grumman Corporation (NOC)?

The 10Y average P/E ratio for NOC stock is 19.73.

What is the 15Y average P/E ratio for Northrop Grumman Corporation (NOC)?

The 15Y average P/E ratio for NOC stock is 16.80.

What is the 20Y average P/E ratio for Northrop Grumman Corporation (NOC)?

The 20Y average P/E ratio for NOC stock is 15.45.

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