NPK Stock Down 8% Despite Q1 Earnings Rise Y/Y on Higher Defense Sales

Shares of National Presto Industries, Inc. (NPK) have declined 8.2% since the company reported its earnings for the quarter ended March 30, 2025. This compares to the S&P 500 index’s 0.3% decline over the same time frame. Over the past month, the stock has decreased 4.8% against the S&P 500’s 2.8% growth, suggesting a notable underperformance relative to the broader market.National Presto reported first-quarter 2025 earnings per share of $1.07 compared to 92 cents a year ago. (See the Zacks Earnings Calenda ...