Operating

Change in Inventories

Northrop Grumman Change in Inventories increased by 152.2% to $144.00M in Q1 2026 compared to the prior quarter. Year-over-year, this metric grew by 15.2%, from $125.00M to $144.00M. This increase may warrant attention — for this metric, lower values are generally preferred.

Analysis

StatementCash Flow Statement
SectionOperating
CategoryEfficiency
SignalLower is better
VolatilityVolatile
First reportedQ1 2013
Last reportedQ1 2026

How to read this metric

An increase might signal preparation for a major product launch or, conversely, slowing demand and potential future write-downs.

Detailed definition

This metric tracks the change in the value of raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods held by the company. A...

Peer comparison

Consumer hardware companies aim for high inventory turnover to minimize the risk of product obsolescence.

Metric ID: cf_change_in_inventories

Historical Data

17 periods
 Q2 '21Q3 '21Q1 '22Q2 '22Q3 '22Q4 '22Q1 '23Q2 '23Q3 '23Q1 '24Q2 '24Q3 '24Q1 '25Q2 '25Q3 '25Q4 '25Q1 '26
Value$3.00M$9.00M$27.00M$71.00M$73.00M$34.00M$137.00M$194.00M$65.00M$262.00M$136.00M$144.00M$125.00M-$23.00M$77.00M-$276.00M$144.00M
QoQ Change+200.0%+200.0%+163.0%+2.8%-53.4%+302.9%+41.6%-66.5%+303.1%-48.1%+5.9%-13.2%-118.4%+434.8%-458.4%+152.2%
YoY Change>999%+711.1%+407.4%+173.2%-11.0%+91.2%-29.9%+121.5%-52.3%-116.9%-46.5%+15.2%
Range-$276.00M$262.00M
CAGR+163.2%
Avg YoY Growth+294.2%
Median YoY Growth+53.2%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Northrop Grumman's change in inventories?
Northrop Grumman (NOC) reported change in inventories of $144.00M in Q1 2026.
How has Northrop Grumman's change in inventories changed year-over-year?
Northrop Grumman's change in inventories increased by 15.2% year-over-year, from $125.00M to $144.00M.
What does change in inventories mean?
The change in the value of products and materials the company has in stock.