Rocket Lab USA, Inc. (RKLB)

US — Industrials Sector
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Key Metrics & Ratings

  • symbol RKLB
  • Rev/Share 0.979
  • Book/Share 1.3366
  • PB 31.0705
  • Debt/Equity 0.7235
  • CurrentRatio 2.6725
  • ROIC -0.1893

 

  • MktCap 19901314793.0
  • FreeCF/Share -0.3962
  • PFCF -97.5268
  • PE -92.4784
  • Debt/Assets 0.3207
  • DivYield 0
  • ROE -0.4814

 

  • Rating D+
  • Score 1
  • Recommendation Strong Sell
  • P/E Score 1
  • DCF Score 1
  • P/B Score 1
  • D/E Score 2

Recent Analyst Ratings

Type Ticker Analyst Firm Previous Rating Current Rating Previous Price Target Current Price Target Date
Initiation RKLB Craig Hallum -- Hold -- $51 July 28, 2025
Resumed RKLB Goldman -- Neutral -- $27 June 30, 2025
Initiation RKLB Needham -- Buy -- $28 April 25, 2025
Initiation RKLB JMP Securities -- Market Perform -- -- Sept. 12, 2024

News

Potential Tailwinds Blowing For This Aerospace Stock
RKLB
Published: August 20, 2025 by: Forbes
Sentiment: Positive

Aerospace and defense stock Rocket Lab Corp (RKLB) has been chopping lower since its July 17 record high of $53.44. The stock could be ready for a short-term pop, however, as the recent pullback has it flashing a historically bullish signal.

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Rocket Lab: Wall Street Should Focus On Progress Now, Golden Dome Later
RKLB
Published: August 20, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

Rocket Lab delivered strong Q2 results, with 36% revenue growth, margin expansion, and improved cash flow, supporting my bullish long-term thesis. Both Electron launch cadence and Space Systems revenue are scaling up, with key contract wins and production milestones boosting confidence in future growth. Progress on the Neutron rocket is encouraging, though the first test launch may slip into 2026; commercial production preparations are already underway.

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Rocket Lab Gains 74.4% in the Past 3 Months: Should You Buy the Stock?
RKLB
Published: August 18, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

RKLB shares soar 74.4% in three months, driven by strong revenues, acquisitions and new contracts fueling growth momentum.

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Rocket Lab's Electron Strengthens Grip on Small Launch Market
RKLB
Published: August 14, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

RKLB's Electron rocket secures major contracts and expands its role as a dominant force in the fast-growing small satellite launch market.

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Rocket Lab Scores Analyst Upgrades, Finalizes Geost Takeover
RKLB
Published: August 13, 2025 by: MarketBeat
Sentiment: Positive

Rocket Lab USA NASDAQ: RKLB is enjoying a surge of positive sentiment and continued momentum as it further captures Wall Street's attention and strengthens its position in the national security space sector.

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Rocket Lab Corporation: Still A Buy Post Q2 2025
RKLB
Published: August 13, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

Rocket Lab's strong Q2 results, rapid launch cadence, and strategic acquisitions reinforce my bullish stance and justify a Buy rating post Q2 2025. The company is capitalizing on macro tailwinds in the booming space economy, with robust government and commercial demand driving a $1B backlog. Despite a high P/S valuation, Rocket Lab's superior revenue growth and upcoming catalysts like the Geost acquisition and Neutron launch support further upside.

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What's Going On With Rocket Lab Stock Today?
RKLB
Published: August 05, 2025 by: Benzinga
Sentiment: Negative

Rocket Lab Corporation RKLB shares were trading lower on Tuesday.

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Should You Buy, Hold or Sell Rocket Lab Stock Ahead of Q2 Earnings?
RKLB
Published: August 05, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

RKLB's Q2 earnings are likely to beat expectations, but high costs and debt raise questions ahead of Aug. 7 results.

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Why Rocket Lab Might Be the Next SpaceX -- but With a Catch
RKLB
Published: August 04, 2025 by: The Motley Fool
Sentiment: Positive

Rocket Lab (RKLB -0.56%) is up 800% in just 12 months, riding a wave of hype, defense contracts, and bold ambitions to challenge SpaceX. But with no profits and an extreme valuation, is it a breakthrough or a bubble?

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Rocket Lab Reports Next Week: Here's What Investors Should Know
RKLB
Published: August 01, 2025 by: MarketBeat
Sentiment: Positive

Rocket Lab USA, Inc. NASDAQ: RKLB, a leading aerospace name, is set to report earnings for the second quarter of fiscal 2025 on August 7, and institutional and retail investors are watching closely. The stock has gained significant online attention and a following for good reason.

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Rocket Lab Stock Surges With Potential Golden Dome Win (Rating Downgrade)
RKLB
Published: August 01, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

Rocket Lab's stock has surged 75% since June, outperforming the S&P 500, but now trades well above my previous price target. The company's rapid launch cadence and potential involvement in the Golden Dome missile defense project highlight strong long-term growth opportunities. Despite bullish analyst targets, current valuation leaves limited near-term upside and little margin for delays in Neutron rocket development.

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Rocket Lab Corporation (RKLB) Expected to Beat Earnings Estimates: Can the Stock Move Higher?
RKLB
Published: July 31, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Rocket Lab Corporation (RKLB) possesses the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely earnings beat in its upcoming report. Get prepared with the key expectations.

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RKLB vs. LUNR: Which Space Challenger Boasts More Lift in 2025?
LUNR, RKLB
Published: July 30, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral

Rocket Lab and Intuitive Machines are racing to lead the space economy, each fueled by bold tech bets and rising investor interest.

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RKLB Blasted Off 769% in a Year. It's a Must-Watch SpaceX Rival
RKLB
Published: July 23, 2025 by: 24/7 Wall Street
Sentiment: Positive

Shares of Rocket Lab (NASDAQ:RKLB) have skyrocketed into orbit this year, surging more than 760% in the last year.

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How We're Earning A 13%+ Yield Selling Puts On Rocket Lab
RKLB
Published: July 21, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

Rocket Lab is firing on all cylinders, which has driven the stock price to all-time highs. That said, the rally has made shares wildly expensive. We believe selling put options, earning a yield, and waiting for assignment is the optimal way to play the stock. Given our preference for net-long exposure, we're reiterating our 'Buy' rating on the stock.

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Up 800% in One Year, Is Rocket Lab a $100 Stock?
RKLB
Published: July 18, 2025 by: 24/7 Wall Street
Sentiment: Positive

Key Points in This Article: Rocket Lab's (RKLB) stock surged 800% in a year, driven by its Electron rocket's track record of success and a growing Space Systems segment.

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The Untold Story Of Rocket Lab's Moat
RKLB
Published: July 16, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

Rocket Lab's satellites and Mynaric terminals create a high-margin data network driving secure, recurring sovereign revenue streams. Gross margin stability is critical, with management targeting above 30% as high-value missions ramp in the second half. Neutron's success could unlock $5.6 billion in NSSL Phase 3 Line 1 revenue, but delays risk margin drag and cash burn.

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Rocket Lab Gets New Street-High Price Target from Citi
RKLB
Published: July 16, 2025 by: MarketBeat
Sentiment: Positive

Rocket Lab USA NASDAQ: RKLB defies gravity, literally and figuratively. Already one of 2025's hottest stocks, Rocket Lab is now up over 75% year-to-date and has exploded more than 730% over the past twelve months.

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Rocket Lab's stock has hit an all-time high — here's why
RKLB
Published: July 15, 2025 by: Market Watch
Sentiment: Positive

The space-launch company's stock hit an all-time intraday high and is on pace for a record closing high.

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RKLB Boosts Neutron Plan With Ship Deal: How to Play the Stock
RKLB
Published: July 14, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Rocket Lab stock soars 582% on Electron launch success, but its poor valuation and high leverage urge caution.

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Best-Performing Leveraged ETFs of Last Week
RKLB
Published: July 14, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Trump's sweeping tariff threats rattled markets, but leveraged ETFs like MSOX and ETHU soared on sector momentum.

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Space Stock Watch: Rocket Lab Joins Russell 1000, NASA And Netflix Announce Streaming Deal
NFLX, RKLB
Published: July 07, 2025 by: Benzinga
Sentiment: Positive

Rocket Lab Corp. RKLB joined the Russell 1000, and NASA announced a major streaming partnership last week. Here's a look at recent highlights, news catalysts, and upcoming events in the space stock sector.

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Rocket Lab: Runway Still Clear
RKLB
Published: July 07, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

Rocket Lab's Q1-FY25 revenue hit $122.6 million, up 32.1% YoY, driven by strong Space Systems performance. Neutron rocket development targets 13-ton payloads with a $50–55 million ASP, competing directly with SpaceX's Falcon 9. Vertical integration boosts gross margin to 28.8% GAAP and 33.4% non-GAAP, exceeding management's guided ranges.

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Rocket Lab Stock Soars Higher as Neutron's Maiden Flight Nears
RKLB
Published: July 04, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

RKLB climbs 104% in 3 months as momentum builds for Neutron's debut and its push into medium-lift space launches.

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Another Reason To Add Rocket Lab: Moving Forward With U.S. Space Defense
RKLB
Published: July 02, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

Rocket Lab Corporation's flawless Electron launch record and growing backlog highlight strong operational execution and robust demand for both launch and space systems. Steps forward in the $515M Department of Defense contract mark a major milestone, positioning Rocket Lab as a prime contractor for U.S. space defense. Despite recent all-time highs and a pullback to sub-$35, I see this as a fresh buying opportunity given the company's growth trajectory and contract wins.

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Rocket Lab ($RKLB) | Eve Air Mobility ($EVEX) | JinkoSolar ($JKS) | Hut 8 ($HUT)
HUT, JKS, RKLB
Published: June 30, 2025 by: Green Stock News
Sentiment: Positive

Welcome to the Green Stock News brief for Monday June 30th. Here are today's top headlines: Rocket Lab (NASDAQ: RKLB) has successfully launched its 68th Electron rocket from New Zealand, deploying a satellite for a commercial customer in a mission called “Symphony In The Stars.

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Published: June 27, 2025 by: 24/7 Wall Street
Sentiment: Positive

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Rocket Lab: Europe Comes Calling as Momentum Builds
RKLB
Published: June 27, 2025 by: MarketBeat
Sentiment: Positive

The positive news flow continues for aerospace and defense company Rocket Lab USA NASDAQ: RKLB. Previously, it was a significant analyst boost when Cantor Fitzgerald increased its price target for the space company.

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Rocket Lab vs. BlackSky: Which Space Tech Stock Is the Smarter Player?
BKSY, RKLB
Published: June 27, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

RKLB sees strong launch growth but trades at a premium; BKSY leads in near-term share price returns, yet remains highly leveraged.

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Rocket Lab Successfully Launches 67th Electron Mission, Schedules Next Launch in Less Than 48 Hours
RKLB
Published: June 26, 2025 by: Business Wire
Sentiment: Neutral

MAHIA, New Zealand--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $RKLB--Rocket Lab Corporation (Nasdaq: RKLB) (“Rocket Lab” or “the Company”), a global leader in launch services and space systems, today successfully launched its 67th Electron rocket on a dedicated launch for radio frequency geospatial analytics provider HawkEye 360. In less than 48 hours of mission success, Rocket Lab is scheduled for its next Electron launch to take place on Saturday, June 28th NZT – expected to mark the Company's fastest launch turnaround yet.

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About Rocket Lab USA, Inc. (RKLB)

  • IPO Date 2020-11-24
  • Website https://www.rocketlabusa.com
  • Industry Aerospace & Defense
  • CEO Peter Beck
  • Employees 2100

Rocket Lab USA, Inc., a space company, provides launch services and space systems solutions for the space and defense industries. The company provides launch services, spacecraft engineering and design services, spacecraft components, spacecraft manufacturing, and other spacecraft and on-orbit management solutions; and constellation management services, as well as designs and manufactures small and medium-class rockets. It also designs, manufactures, and sells Electron small orbital launch vehicles and the Photon satellite platforms, as well as developing the Neutron 8-ton payload class launch vehicle; conducts remote launch activities; and designs and manufactures a range of components and subsystems for the Photon family of spacecraft and broader merchant spacecraft components. The company serves commercial, aerospace prime contractors, and government customers. The company was founded in 2006 and is headquartered in Long Beach, California.