Northrop Grumman Publishes Q3 2026 Earnings Call Transcript

(AWP Alliance News) - Northrop Grumman raised its 2026 segment operating income guidance to USD 4.94 billion-USD 5.04 billion during its third-quarter earnings call, attended by Chair and CEO Kathy J. Warden, CFO John Thomas Greene and analysts. Management increased earnings-per-share guidance by USD 0.70 while maintaining sales guidance at USD 43.75 billion-USD 44.25 billion.

For 2027, management projected sales growth of 5%-7%, with the growth rate expected to rise further in 2028. Adjusted free cash flow is forecast at USD 3.3 billion-USD 3.7 billion despite capital spending of approximately USD 2.1 billion to support faster B-21 production. Warden also outlined a strategic review of microelectronics and quantum technologies, with options including continued internal investment, outside funding or separating the business.

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