How Much Could a $5,000 Investment in SpaceX Be Worth By 2030? Here's Why This Industrial Stock May Be a Better Buy Today.

SpaceX could still produce strong returns by 2030, but at a $1.5 trillion valuation, much of that optimism is already reflected in the price. Northrop Grumman offers exposure to many of the same long-term space and defense trends but with profits, dividends, and a far lower valuation.

The Motley Fool • Jul 24, 2026

Defense ETFs in Focus Amid Earnings, Conflict and Military Spending

Defense ETFs are gaining attention as solid Q2 earnings, rising military spending and escalating Middle East tensions strengthen the sector's outlook.

Zacks Investment Research • Jul 24, 2026

Northrop Grumman: A Buy Despite Rising Fears

Northrop Grumman delivered strong Q2 2026 results, with 5% sales growth, a record $104.7B backlog, and raised 2026 guidance despite headline margin pressure. NOC's margin compression stemmed from isolated program issues (SiAW, GEM 63XL), while core segments operated near historical margin levels and cash flow surged. 2026 guidance now implies $44B in sales, $28.60–$29.10 EPS, and $3.1–$3.5B in free cash flow, with B-21, Sentinel, and national security space as key growth drivers.

Seeking Alpha • Jul 23, 2026

NOC Q2 Earnings Call Signals Faster Growth in H2'26

NOC raises 2026 sales and EPS guidance as a record backlog, strong bookings and program momentum point to faster growth in the second half.

Zacks Investment Research • Jul 22, 2026

Is Northrop Grumman Expanding Its Presence in the ISR Market?

NOC is deepening its ISR reach through a NATO-focused Airbus pact centered on MQ-4C Triton systems and allied interoperability.

Zacks Investment Research • Jul 22, 2026

Companies race to deliver autonomous uncrewed fighter jets

Boeing flexed its muscle in the race to build autonomous fighter aircraft at the Farnborough Airshow, displaying its Ghost Bat drone, as rivals pitched competing designs for what could become a new multibillion-dollar ​defence market.

Reuters • Jul 22, 2026

Northrop Grumman raises 2026 forecasts on strong weapons demand

Defense supplier Northrop Grumman on Tuesday lifted its 2026 sales and adjusted profit forecast, supported by sustained demand for weapons amid a ​wave of global geopolitical conflicts.

Reuters • Jul 21, 2026

Northrop Grumman CEO Won't Rule Out Space Robots As Weapons

$105 billion. That's the size of Northrop Grumman's backlog, a record, the company reported Tuesday.

Forbes • Jul 21, 2026

Northrop Grumman Gears Up For Q2 Print; Here Are The Recent Forecast Changes From Wall Street's Most Accurate Analysts

Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE:NOC) will release its second quarter earnings report before the opening bell on Tuesday, July 21.

Benzinga • Jul 21, 2026

Northrop Reports Q2 Double Beat, Record Backlog — Stock Falls Anyway

Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE:NOC) shares are trading lower Tuesday after the company reported second-quarter financial results.

Benzinga • Jul 21, 2026