Rating Change
Barclays analysts initiated coverage on Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE:NOC) with a rating of Underweight on October 09, 2026.
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Barclays Initiates Coverage on Northrop Grumman Corporation (NOC) with Underweight
Barclays analysts initiated coverage on Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE:NOC) with a rating of Underweight on October 09, 2026.
At publication ·
What changed
Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE:NOC) · new coverage
- Firm
- Barclays
- Rating
- Underweight
- Price at event
- $480.72
- Market capitalization
- $80.0B
At a glance
Key takeaways
- Barclays initiated Underweight coverage on Northrop Grumman (NOC) on October 9, 2026, suggesting underperformance relative to peers.
Market Context
Northrop Grumman Corporation operates in the Industrials sector. The stock currently trades at $480.72 with a market capitalization of $80.0B. The stock has declined 15.4% over the past 52 weeks.
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Recent Analyst Activity for Northrop Grumman Corporation
Among the 10 most recent ratings: 4 Buy, 5 Hold, 1 Sell.
| Date | Firm | Rating | Price Target |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 09, 2026 | TD Cowen | Hold | N/A |
| Oct 09, 2026 | Barclays | Underweight | N/A |
| Oct 06, 2026 | Rothschild & Co | Buy | N/A |
| Oct 02, 2026 | RBC Capital | Sector Perform | N/A |
| Sep 23, 2026 | Bernstein | Market Perform | N/A |
Related Tools: Analyst Ratings Dashboard | View NOC Stock Page
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Underweight rating mean for NOC?
A rating of Underweight from Barclays reflects the analyst's outlook on Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE:NOC). Analyst ratings are one factor investors consider alongside earnings, valuation, and sector trends.
Where can I find more analyst ratings?
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