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    A Look At Rocket Lab (RKLB) Valuation After US$3b Equity Program And US$90m Space Force Contract

    Simply Wall St·05/25/2026 14:18:57
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    Rocket Lab (RKLB) is back in focus after two contrasting announcements: a plan to raise up to US$3b via an at the market equity program, and a new US$90m U.S. Space Force satellite contract.

    See our latest analysis for Rocket Lab.

    The stock has been volatile around these headlines, with dilution concerns from the US$3b at the market program pulling against optimism from the new US$90m Space Force deal and recent successful missions. At the same time, the 30 day share price return of 70.38% and 1 year total shareholder return above 400% signal strong positive momentum over both shorter and longer periods.

    If this kind of contract driven story has your attention, it can be helpful to widen your radar beyond a single stock and look at other opportunities in space related businesses, including 35 robotics and automation stocks.

    With the stock up 70% in 30 days and very large 1 year gains, alongside a US$3b equity overhang and a fresh US$90m contract in play, is there still a buying opportunity here, or is the market already pricing in future growth?

    Most Popular Narrative: 38.8% Overvalued

    According to a widely followed narrative by KiwiInvest, the current price of $135.76 sits well above an assessed fair value of $98, which puts a lot of expectations on Rocket Lab's future execution.

    Rocket Lab needs to start achieving positive net margins so it can transform from being a company that burns shareholder funds into one that earns enough cash to self-invest into its growth. Neutron's successful operation should be that turning point, but Neutron's failure would risk the entire company.

    Read the complete narrative.

    Want to see what kind of revenue run rate and profit margin profile could underpin that $98 fair value, and how Neutron launch cadence fits into the story? The narrative also sets specific long term revenue goals, links them to launch volumes, and builds in a profit multiple that assumes Rocket Lab matures into a cash generative space infrastructure business.

    Result: Fair Value of $98 (OVERVALUED)

    Have a read of the narrative in full and understand what's behind the forecasts.

    However, this depends on Neutron achieving commercial success and on Rocket Lab turning its current net loss of US$182.615m into sustainable profitability.

    Find out about the key risks to this Rocket Lab narrative.

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    Given the mix of optimism and caution in this story, it makes sense to move quickly and review the full picture for yourself. You can start with the 1 key reward and 3 important warning signs.

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    This article by Simply Wall St is general in nature. We provide commentary based on historical data and analyst forecasts only using an unbiased methodology and our articles are not intended to be financial advice. It does not constitute a recommendation to buy or sell any stock, and does not take account of your objectives, or your financial situation. We aim to bring you long-term focused analysis driven by fundamental data. Note that our analysis may not factor in the latest price-sensitive company announcements or qualitative material. Simply Wall St has no position in any stocks mentioned.