Northrop Grumman Corp /De/ (NOC) Dividend Yield, History & Safety Analysis
Northrop Grumman Corp /De/ (NOC) pays a modest 1.36% dividend yield, or $9.24 per share annually at a stock price of $676.95. The payout ratio of 31% is well within sustainable levels, leaving room for future increases. Earnings cover the dividend 3.1x. Dividend growth is accelerating — the 3-year CAGR of 26.6% exceeds the 5-year rate of 17.5% and the 10-year rate of 14.3%. The most recent ex-dividend date was February 23, 2026.
- Dividend Yield
- 1.36%
- Annual Dividend
- $9.24
- Payout Ratio
- 30.9%
- Consecutive Years of Growth
- 0
- Ex-Dividend Date
- 2026-02-23
- Sector
- Industrials
- Earnings Per Share
- $29.09
Frequently Asked Questions
What is NOC's current dividend yield?
Northrop Grumman Corp /De/ (NOC) has a dividend yield of 1.36%, paying $9.24 per share annually.
How often does NOC pay dividends?
Northrop Grumman Corp /De/ typically pays dividends on a quarterly basis. The annual dividend totals $9.24 per share.
Is NOC's dividend safe?
Northrop Grumman Corp /De/'s dividend safety is rated "Safe." The payout ratio of 31% is well within sustainable levels, leaving room for future increases. Earnings cover the dividend 3.1x.
When is NOC's next ex-dividend date?
The most recent ex-dividend date for Northrop Grumman Corp /De/ was February 23, 2026. Ex-dividend dates are typically announced a few weeks before the payment date.
What is NOC's dividend growth rate?
Northrop Grumman Corp /De/ has a 5-year dividend compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 17.5%. The 10-year CAGR is 14.3%.
What is NOC's payout ratio?
Northrop Grumman Corp /De/ has a payout ratio of 31%, meaning it distributes 31% of its earnings as dividends. This leaves significant room for dividend growth.
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