The recent SpaceX IPO has reduced Rocket Lab's scarcity premium, meaning investors now have direct access to space industry investments through SpaceX. However, Rocket Lab's core business model remains unchanged, with opportunities focused on becoming a strategic launch provider alongside SpaceX rather than competing head-to-head. Growth drivers include expanding defense programs, sovereign initiatives, and satellite constellations, which could increase demand beyond current supply capacity. Rocket Lab's high valuation near 77 times sales means it must execute well, especially regarding adoption of its Neutron rocket, to meet investor expectations.
Rocket Lab Corporation announced it will release its financial results for the third quarter of 2026 after U.S. market close on November 9, 2026. The company will host a conference call at 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time to discuss the results, accessible via...
Iridium Communications completed its acquisition of Aireon, enhancing its satellite-based air traffic surveillance capabilities. Rocket Lab's acquisition of Iridium was approved by 99.6% of shareholders, with the deal expected to close by mid-2027 pe...
AST SpaceMobile's stock rose 4% after Europe's four largest wireless carriers signed a letter of intent to explore a joint bid for mobile satellite services spectrum. This move could expand AST's BlueBird satellite network, which currently has 13 sat...
