NOC monthly performance report
Explore NOC's monthly returns, drawdown, and seasonality trends — updated every month.
NOC monthly report
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Key takeaways
- Northrop Grumman (NOC) closed November 2026 at $550.43, down 1.28% for the month and −1.36% over the trailing 12 months.
- Year-to-date, NOC is −3.47%, underperforming the S&P 500 which has returned +10.62% YTD.
- The stock is trading −5.96% versus its 200-day moving average ($585.29), a cautious technical signal.
- Over the past three years, NOC has underperformed the S&P 500 by −52.84%, with a relative strength index reading of 69.2.
- Win rate over the trailing 39 months stands at 48.7% — 19 positive months versus 20 negative months.
Northrop Grumman ended November 2026 at $550.43, posting a monthly return of −1.28%. The S&P 500 returned −0.18% over the same window, leaving relative performance at −1.10%.
The current quarter stands at +13.85% (Q4 2026 (QTD)), while medium-term trend remains soft: price is −5.96% versus the 200-day moving average ($585.29).
Year-to-date, NOC is −3.47% against SPY +10.62%, a gap of −14.09%. The stock is currently −28.89% below its 52-week high, with maximum 3-year drawdown at −38.35%.
| Period | NOC | S&P 500 (SPY) | Excess return |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Day | +0.24% | −0.36% | +0.60% |
| 1 Week | +4.84% | +2.59% | +2.25% |
| 1 Month | −1.28% | −0.18% | −1.10% |
| 3 Months | −3.47% | −2.37% | −1.10% |
| 6 Months | +0.32% | +0.83% | −0.50% |
| YTD | −3.47% | +10.62% | −14.09% |
| 12 Months | −1.36% | +12.25% | −13.61% |
| 3 Years | +18.53% | +71.37% | −52.84% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Jan 2026 | +21.40% |
| #2 | Jul 2025 | +15.33% |
| #3 | Oct 2026 | +15.32% |
| #4 | Jul 2024 | +11.10% |
| #5 | Mar 2025 | +10.89% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Apr 2026 | −15.06% |
| #2 | Sep 2026 | −10.42% |
| #3 | Jun 2026 | −9.65% |
| #4 | May 2024 | −7.06% |
| #5 | Mar 2026 | −5.82% |
| Quarter | Return |
|---|---|
| Q3 2025 | +21.87% |
| Q4 2025 | −6.42% |
| Q1 2026 | +19.65% |
| Q2 2026 | −25.35% |
| Q3 2026 | −5.07% |
| Q4 2026 (QTD) | +13.85% |
| Year | Return |
|---|---|
| 2023 | −14.20% |
| 2024 | +0.25% |
| 2025 | +21.50% |
| 2026 | −3.47% |
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| 52-Week High | $774.00 (2026-03-03) |
| 52-Week Low | $470.06 (2026-10-02) |
| Current Price | $550.43 |
| 200-Day Moving Average | $585.29 |
| Price vs 200DMA | −5.96% |
| 3-Year Maximum Drawdown | −38.35% (2026-10-07) |
| Current Drawdown from 52W High | −28.89% |
| RS metric | Value |
|---|---|
| RS Index (3-year, rebased to 100) | 69.2 |
| 3-Year Excess Return vs S&P 500 | −52.84% |
| RS Peak | 106.6 (Mar 2026) |
| RS Trough | 57.7 (Oct 2026) |
| Status | Underperforming Benchmark |
Frequently asked questions
What was NOC's return for this report period?
NOC returned −1.28% in the latest monthly window ending 2026-11-13.
Has NOC outperformed SPY year to date?
YTD NOC: −3.47% vs SPY: +10.62%.
What is NOC's 12-month return?
−1.36% over the trailing 12 months.
Is NOC above or below its 200-day moving average?
Price is −5.96% versus 200DMA ($585.29).
What is the maximum drawdown in the 3-year window?
−38.35% on 2026-10-07.