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Upturn Advisory Summary
08/14/2025: RKLB (3-star) is a REGULAR-BUY. BUY since 4 days. Profits (-4.91%). Updated daily EoD!
1 Year Target Price $45.4
1 Year Target Price $45.4
7 | Strong Buy |
3 | Buy |
5 | Hold |
0 | Sell |
0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 797.06% | Avg. Invested days 53 | Today’s Advisory Regular Buy |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Large-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 20.65B USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 45.4 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 45.4 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 15 | Beta 2.18 | 52 Weeks Range 5.74 - 53.44 | Updated Date 08/15/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 5.74 - 53.44 | Updated Date 08/15/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -0.46 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date 2025-08-07 | When - | Estimate -0.09 | Actual -0.13 |
Profitability
Profit Margin -45.87% | Operating Margin (TTM) -41.27% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) -10.13% | Return on Equity (TTM) -40.45% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE - | Enterprise Value 20462117415 | Price to Sales(TTM) 40.95 |
Enterprise Value 20462117415 | Price to Sales(TTM) 40.95 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 40.58 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA -16.44 | Shares Outstanding 482412992 | Shares Floating 424435929 |
Shares Outstanding 482412992 | Shares Floating 424435929 | ||
Percent Insiders 1.77 | Percent Institutions 63.19 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Rocket Lab USA Inc.
Company Overview
History and Background
Rocket Lab USA Inc. was founded in 2006 by Peter Beck in New Zealand. It began by developing small launch vehicles, achieving its first successful orbital launch in 2018. It has expanded into space systems and services.
Core Business Areas
- Launch Services: Provides dedicated small satellite launch services to low Earth orbit using the Electron launch vehicle.
- Space Systems: Designs, manufactures, and operates spacecraft components, subsystems, and complete spacecraft.
- Space Applications: On-orbit solutions, mission design, component supply and spacecraft manufacturing
Leadership and Structure
Peter Beck is the founder and CEO. The company operates with a functional organizational structure, with divisions focusing on launch, space systems, and advanced programs.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Electron Launch Vehicle: Rocket Lab's primary launch vehicle for small satellites. Offers dedicated and rideshare launch options. Market share is estimated at 25% of the small satellite launch market. Competitors include SpaceX (rideshare), Virgin Orbit (bankrupt), and emerging small launch providers.
- Revenue (2023): 63.7
- Revenue (2023): 48.1
- Spacecraft Components and Subsystems: Offers a range of spacecraft components, including star trackers, reaction wheels, and radios. They manufacture many of their own components, which helps maintain a competitive cost structure. Market share is smaller, focusing on specific high-performance components. Competitors include Moog, Northrop Grumman, and other aerospace suppliers.
- Photon Spacecraft: Rocket Lab's in-house designed and built spacecraft platform that can be customized for various missions, including lunar and interplanetary missions.Competitors include Blue Origin, Lockheed Martin, and other aerospace suppliers.
- Revenue (2023): 71.9
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The space industry is rapidly growing, driven by increasing demand for satellite services, space exploration, and national security applications. The small satellite launch market is becoming increasingly competitive.
Positioning
Rocket Lab is positioned as a leader in the small satellite launch market, offering dedicated and flexible launch options. Its vertical integration and in-house component manufacturing provide a competitive advantage.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The total addressable market for space launch and related services is estimated to be in the hundreds of billions of dollars. Rocket Lab is focused on capturing a significant portion of the small satellite launch market and expanding its presence in space systems and services.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Dedicated small satellite launch capability
- Vertically integrated manufacturing
- Experienced leadership team
- In-house spacecraft design and manufacturing
- Strong brand reputation
Weaknesses
- Reliance on a single launch vehicle (Electron)
- Limited launch capacity compared to larger providers
- Cash Burn - need to become more profitable
- Relatively small compared to industry giants
Opportunities
- Increasing demand for small satellite launches
- Expansion into space systems and services
- Government contracts and partnerships
- Development of a larger launch vehicle (Neutron)
- Potential for lunar and interplanetary missions
Threats
- Competition from larger launch providers (SpaceX, Blue Origin)
- Emergence of new small launch providers
- Launch failures and delays
- Economic downturn
- Regulatory hurdles
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- SPCX
- ASTS
- LMT
Competitive Landscape
Rocket Lab's competitive advantage lies in its dedicated small satellite launch capability and vertically integrated business model. However, it faces competition from larger launch providers with greater capacity and emerging small launch providers.
Major Acquisitions
Sinclair Interplanetary
- Year: 2020
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 31
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded Rocket Lab's space systems capabilities by adding high-performance satellite components.
Advanced Solutions, Inc. (ASI)
- Year: 2021
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 40
- Strategic Rationale: Adding flight software, simulation and GNC (Guidance, Navigation and Control) solutions to Rocket Lab's tool chest
SolAero Technologies Corp
- Year: 2022
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 80
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded Rocket Lab's space systems capabilities by adding high-performance solar power capabilities.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Rocket Lab has experienced rapid growth in revenue and launch cadence since its first orbital launch in 2018.
Future Projections: Analysts project continued revenue growth, driven by increased launch demand and expansion into new markets. Profitability is expected to improve over time.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include the development of the Neutron launch vehicle, expansion of space systems capabilities, and strategic acquisitions.
Summary
Rocket Lab is a key player in the small satellite launch market, leveraging its dedicated launch capabilities and expanding into space systems. While experiencing revenue growth, the company needs to focus on achieving profitability and managing cash flow. The development of Neutron could unlock new opportunities, but increased competition and potential launch failures pose challenges. Overall, Rocket Lab has demonstrated impressive growth within the space ecosystem, especially launch solutions for small satellites.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company SEC Filings (10-K, 10-Q)
- Investor Presentations
- Analyst Reports
- Market Research Reports
Disclaimers:
The information provided is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Market conditions and company performance are subject to change. Market share percentages are estimated.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
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About Rocket Lab USA Inc.
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters Long Beach, CA, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2021-08-24 | Founder, Chairman, President & CEO Mr. Peter Beck | ||
Sector Industrials | Industry Aerospace & Defense | Full time employees 2100 | Website https://rocketlabcorp.com |
Full time employees 2100 | Website https://rocketlabcorp.com |
Rocket Lab Corporation, a space company, provides launch services and space systems solutions in the United States, Canada, Japan, and internationally. The company provides launch services, spacecraft 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, an orbital small launch vehicle for small spacecraft launch services, as well as develops Neutron launch vehicles for large constellation deployments, interplanetary missions and potentially for human spaceflight. In addition, the company designs and manufactures a range of components and subsystems for its launch vehicles and spacecraft. It serves commercial, aerospace prime contractors, and government customers. Rocket Lab Corporation was founded in 2006 and is headquartered in Long Beach, California.

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