Yield on Cost (YOC): 1.98%
The yield on cost (YOC) is 1.98%.
NOC Yield on Cost (YOC) Metrics
YIELD ON COST (YOC)
1.98%
Yield on Cost for NOC
NOC now pays $9.88 per share a year. Measured against the price it actually traded at back then, a long-term holder is earning:
| If you bought | Price then | Yield on cost today |
|---|---|---|
| 10 years ago(2016-06-28) | $216.13 | 4.57% |
| 5 years ago(2021-06-24) | $369.68 | 2.67% |
| 3 years ago(2023-06-27) | $448.44 | 2.20% |
| 1 year ago(2025-07-01) | $503.53 | 1.96% |
| Buying today(at $500.03) | $500.03 | 1.98% |
If you buy today and the dividend keeps growing
Projection: starting from today's 1.98% yield, assuming the dividend keeps compounding at its historical 9.7% rate. Boards set dividends each year, so actual figures will differ.
Today
1.98%
In 3 years
2.88%
In 5 years
3.71%
In 10 years
6.97%
Yield on Cost Calculator
Try your own purchase price, dividend and growth rate for Northrop Grumman Corporation (NOC).
Starting Yield
1.98%
Ending YOC
7.88%
Year 15 Dividend
$39.40
Cum. Dividends Recd.
$335.09
| Year | Projected Div. / Share | YoY Dividend Hike | Yield on Cost (YOC) | Total Dividends Recd. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Initial | $9.88 | — | 1.98% | $0.00 |
| Year 1 | $10.83 | +9.66% | 2.17% | $10.83 |
| Year 2 | $11.88 | +9.66% | 2.38% | $22.72 |
| Year 3 | $13.03 | +9.66% | 2.61% | $35.74 |
| Year 4 | $14.29 | +9.66% | 2.86% | $50.03 |
| Year 5 | $15.67 | +9.66% | 3.13% | $65.70 |
| Year 6 | $17.18 | +9.66% | 3.44% | $82.88 |
| Year 7 | $18.84 | +9.66% | 3.77% | $101.72 |
| Year 8 | $20.66 | +9.66% | 4.13% | $122.38 |
| Year 9 | $22.66 | +9.66% | 4.53% | $145.04 |
| Year 10 | $24.85 | +9.66% | 4.97% | $169.88 |
| Year 11 | $27.25 | +9.66% | 5.45% | $197.13 |
| Year 12 | $29.88 | +9.66% | 5.98% | $227.00 |
| Year 13 | $32.76 | +9.66% | 6.55% | $259.77 |
| Year 14 | $35.93 | +9.66% | 7.19% | $295.70 |
| Year 15 | $39.40 | +9.66% | 7.88% | $335.09 |
Yield on Cost (YOC) Formula & Definition
Yield on cost is the dividend yield measured against your original purchase price, not today's price. As a company raises its dividend, the yield on what you actually paid keeps rising even when the market yield holds steady.
Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute
Yield on Cost (YOC) FAQ
- What is the yield on cost (YOC) for Northrop Grumman Corporation (NOC)?
- The yield on cost (YOC) for NOC stock is 1.98%.
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