Operating
Change in Deferred Revenue
Northrop Grumman Change in Deferred Revenue decreased by 8.7% to -$389.00M in Q1 2026 compared to the prior quarter. Year-over-year, this metric declined by 8.7%, from -$358.00M to -$389.00M. This decline may warrant attention — for this metric, higher values are generally preferred.
Analysis
StatementCash Flow Statement
SectionOperating
CategoryGrowth
SignalHigher is better
VolatilityModerate
First reportedQ1 2023
Last reportedQ1 2026Apr 21, 2026
How to read this metric
An increase indicates strong future demand and cash inflow, while a decrease suggests revenue recognition from previously collected cash.
Detailed definition
This represents the net change in cash received from customers for goods or services that have not yet been delivered or...
Peer comparison
Common in long-term contract businesses like LNG; peers with similar business models often show significant deferred revenue balances.
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change_in_deferred_revenueHistorical Data
10 periods
| Q1 '23 | Q2 '23 | Q3 '23 | Q4 '23 | Q1 '24 | Q2 '24 | Q3 '24 | Q4 '24 | Q1 '25 | Q1 '26 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Value | $146.75M | $146.75M | $146.75M | $146.75M | -$30.75M | -$30.75M | -$30.75M | -$30.75M | -$358.00M | -$389.00M |
| QoQ Change | — | +0.0% | +0.0% | +0.0% | -121.0% | +0.0% | +0.0% | +0.0% | <-999% | -8.7% |
| YoY Change | — | — | — | — | -121.0% | -121.0% | -121.0% | -121.0% | <-999% | -8.7% |
Range-$389.00M – $146.75M
CAGR+54.2%
Avg YoY Growth-259.5%
Median YoY Growth-121.0%
Current Streak2 quarters decline
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Northrop Grumman's change in deferred revenue?
- Northrop Grumman (NOC) reported change in deferred revenue of -$389.00M in Q1 2026.
- How has Northrop Grumman's change in deferred revenue changed year-over-year?
- Northrop Grumman's change in deferred revenue decreased by 8.7% year-over-year, from -$358.00M to -$389.00M.
- What does change in deferred revenue mean?
- The net change in payments received from customers for services not yet provided.