Rocket Lab USA Inc. is a prominent aerospace and defense firm that specializes in small satellite launch services and integrated space systems. Since its inception in 2006, the company has distinguished itself with the Electron rocket, providing reliable and cost-effective launch solutions to a wide array of commercial and government clients. The addition of the Photon satellite platform not only enhances Rocket Lab's operational capabilities but also drives vertical integration, further solidifying its competitive edge. As the global space economy expands and the demand for innovative launch solutions grows, Rocket Lab is uniquely positioned for sustained growth and market leadership in this rapidly evolving sector.
| Revenue (TTM) | $769.15M |
| Gross Profit (TTM) | $286.62M |
| EBITDA | $-150.52M |
| Operating Margin | -24.60% |
| Return on Equity | -7.92% |
| Return on Assets | -4.62% |
| Revenue/Share (TTM) | $1.32 |
| Book Value | $5.84 |
| Price-to-Book | 12.87 |
| Price-to-Sales (TTM) | 45.93 |
| EV/Revenue | 55.63 |
| EV/EBITDA | -16.44 |
| Quarterly Earnings Growth (YoY) | 0.00% |
| Quarterly Revenue Growth (YoY) | 62.00% |
| Shares Outstanding | $598.46M |
| Float | $556.86M |
| % Insiders | 0.80% |
| % Institutions | 62.03% |
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A delayed debut for Rocket Lab‘s (NASDAQ:RKLB | RKLB Price Prediction) next-generation rocket is weighing on space stocks. Rocket Lab stock is down 6% to $51.
Rocket Lab has shed nearly a fifth of its value in one week while sitting on a record backlog and a wall of analyst buy ratings. Something in that contradiction deserves a closer look.
Rocket Lab (NASDAQ:RKLB | RKLB Price Prediction) trades at $55.25 after the company pushed Neutron's first launch into 2027, a 6.6% decline, though it had been down as much as 16% early on.
Rocket Lab now expects Neutron's first launch in 2027, after aiming for the fourth quarter of 2026. Second-quarter revenue climbed 62% year over year to a record $234 million.
NASDAQ · As of 4:00 PM ET 10/15/26
Rocket Lab updated its Neutron rocket timeline yesterday. Two firms revisited price targets on Rocket Lab stock.
Rocket Lab stock is sinking sharply Thursday after the aerospace company pushed back the launch of its Neutron rocket.
Rocket Lab Corporation faces a Neutron rocket launch delay to 2027, triggering a sharp share price drop and shifting near-term catalysts. Despite Neutron setbacks, 80% of RKLB's revenue comes from its resilient Space Systems division, providing margin of safety amid execution risks. RKLB's Iridium acquisition positions it closer to a vertically integrated space infrastructure model, echoing SpaceX's strategy.
Rocket Lab USA Inc (NASDAQ:RKLB), the American space launch and systems company, fell 13% to $51.42 on Thursday after delaying the maiden flight of its Neutron rocket until 2027. The company had previously targeted an inaugural launch in the fourth quarter of 2026, but manufacturing problems with the rocket's first-stage propellant tank have forced another change to the timetable.
Rocket Lab Corporation (RKLB) Discusses Neutron Program Update and Manufacturing Challenges Prepared Remarks Transcript
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