10-QPeriod: Q1 FY2025

NORTHROP GRUMMAN CORP /DE/ Quarterly Report for Q1 Ended Mar 31, 2025

Filed April 22, 2025For Securities:NOC

Summary

Northrop Grumman Corporation reported a significant decrease in net earnings for the first quarter of 2025, down 49% to $481 million compared to $944 million in the prior year period. This decline was largely driven by a substantial $477 million loss provision related to the B-21 program at Aeronautics Systems, coupled with lower operating income in the Space Systems and Mission Systems segments. Total sales also experienced a 7% decrease, amounting to $9.47 billion, primarily due to reduced sales in Space Systems and Aeronautics Systems. Despite the earnings dip, the company maintained a robust backlog of $92.8 billion as of March 31, 2025, indicating future revenue potential. Cash flow from operations was negatively impacted by changes in working capital, resulting in a significant increase in net cash used. The company also announced the pending divestiture of its Immersive Mission Solutions (IMS) operating unit for $327 million, expected to close mid-year 2025, which is anticipated to result in an after-tax gain of approximately $150 million. Shareholder returns continue through dividends, with an announced 10% increase in the quarterly dividend to $2.06 per share.

Financial Highlights

51 data points
Beta

Revenue

$9.47B

Net Income

$481.00M

5.1% Net Margin

EPS (Diluted)

$3.32

Total Assets

$48.47B

Cash & Equivalents

$1.69B

Free Cash Flow

-$1.82B

Financial Statements
Beta
Revenue$9.47B
Operating Expenses$8.89B
Operating Income$573.00M
Net Income$481.00M
EPS (Basic)$3.33
EPS (Diluted)$3.32
Shares Outstanding (Basic)144.60M
Shares Outstanding (Diluted)144.90M

Key Highlights

  • 1Net earnings for Q1 2025 decreased by 49% to $481 million, primarily due to a $477 million loss provision on the B-21 program.
  • 2Total sales declined by 7% to $9.47 billion, influenced by lower sales in Space Systems and Aeronautics Systems.
  • 3The company reported a backlog of $92.8 billion as of March 31, 2025, signaling substantial future contracted revenue.
  • 4Operating income saw a significant decrease of 46% to $573 million, impacted by the B-21 loss and segment performance.
  • 5Net cash used in operating activities increased substantially to $1.57 billion, driven by working capital changes.
  • 6Northrop Grumman is proceeding with the divestiture of its Immersive Mission Solutions (IMS) business, expecting to recognize a gain of approximately $150 million.
  • 7The quarterly common stock dividend was increased by 10% to $2.06 per share.

Frequently Asked Questions

The primary reason for the significant decrease in net earnings is a $477 million loss provision recognized on the B-21 program at Aeronautics Systems. This, combined with lower operating income in other segments, led to a 49% drop in net earnings compared to the prior year period.

The company reported a strong backlog of $92.8 billion as of March 31, 2025. Approximately 40% of this backlog is expected to be recognized as revenue over the next 12 months, providing a solid foundation for future sales and earnings.

The B-21 program has had a significant negative impact in the current quarter, with an additional $477 million loss provision recognized. This provision relates to higher manufacturing costs due to a process change for an accelerated production ramp and increased material costs. The company has a remaining loss accrual of $1.7 billion on the B-21 program.

The company experienced a significant increase in net cash used in operating activities ($1.57 billion), largely due to unfavorable changes in working capital, particularly a comparative increase in vendor payments and timing of billings and collections. Despite this, the company has $1.7 billion in cash and cash equivalents and maintains credit facilities to ensure short-term and long-term liquidity.