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Rocket Lab USA, Inc. (RKLB)

Defense & Aerospace · US stock

What changed in recent filings

  • Space Systems segment 72% → 81%Jun 30, 2024 → Jun 30, 2026
  • Institutions — 2 new · 1 added · 3 reduced13F · as of end of 2026 Q2

What changed in recent SEC filings — factual, not a buy/sell recommendation.

Rocket Lab USA, Inc. recent earnings releases

Based on SEC filings. The release date is the day the earnings filing (8-K) was accepted; for quarters where that filing was not found, the periodic report filing date is shown.

  • 26Q2Released Aug 10, 2026
    Revenue +62.0% YoY · EPS $-0.08
    Released after the close: Aug 10 close → Aug 11 close, the stock moved +0.0% · over the same window, market -0.3% · sector +0.0%
  • 26Q1Released May 7, 2026
    Revenue +63.5% YoY · EPS $-0.07
    Released after the close: May 7 close → May 8 close, the stock moved +34.2% · over the same window, market +0.8% · sector +0.5%
  • 25Q4Released Feb 26, 2026
    Revenue +35.7% YoY · EPS $-0.09
    Released after the close: Feb 26 close → Feb 27 close, the stock moved -4.9% · over the same window, market -0.5% · sector -0.8%
  • 25Q3Released Nov 10, 2025
    Revenue +48.0% YoY · EPS $-0.03
    Released after the close: Nov 10 close → Nov 11 close, the stock moved -1.3% · over the same window, market +0.2% · sector +0.4%

The next earnings release is estimated around Nov 9, 2026 (calculated from how long this company has taken between quarter end and filing; it is not a date announced by the company).

Institutions holding Rocket Lab USA, Inc.

How many of the institutions we track reported holding this stock, quarter by quarter.

max 8
2025 Q2 · 52025 Q3 · 62025 Q4 · 62026 Q1 · 72026 Q2 · 8
25 Q225 Q426 Q2

2025 Q2: 5 → 2026 Q2: 8 institutions

Counts the 52 institutions we track that reported holding this stock — their full reported holdings, not just the largest positions. Not the total number of institutional holders in the US. Figures are as of quarter-end and disclosed up to 45 days later. Descriptive only — not investment advice.

Which institutions hold Rocket Lab USA, Inc.

Institutions we track that reported holding this stock in their most recent 13F.

  • Baillie Gifford & Co0.96% of portfolio · since 2025 Q2
  • Capital World Investors0.09% of portfolio · since 2025 Q2
  • ARK Invest1.08% of portfolio · since 2025 Q2
  • Bridgewater Associatesunder 0.01% of portfolio · since 2025 Q3
  • National Pension Service (Korea)0.04% of portfolio · since 2025 Q4
  • Caisse de depot (Quebec)0.02% of portfolio · since 2026 Q1
  • Point72 Asset ManagementNew this quarterunder 0.01% of portfolio · since 2026 Q2
  • BlackstoneNew this quarterunder 0.01% of portfolio · since 2026 Q2

Based on 13F filings — quarter-end holdings, disclosed up to 45 days later. Holding a stock is a fact we report, not a recommendation to buy or sell.

Q2 2026 13F recap — stocks several institutions bought and sold together →

Company overview

Rocket Lab Corporation is an aerospace and space systems company that provides launch and mission services for commercial, government, and defense customers. The company operates through Launch Services and Space Systems, combining dedicated and rideshare rocket launches with spacecraft engineering, manufacturing, components, and on-orbit mission operations. Its offerings support satellite deployment, space infrastructure, and secure communications, serving organizations that need access to space and specialized mission hardware. Rocket Lab Corporation also develops launch vehicles and spacecraft platforms designed for small and medium-class payloads, making it a key supplier across the broader space economy. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Long Beach, California, Rocket Lab Corporation plays a significant role in enabling recurring launches and end-to-end space mission capabilities.

What is the Defense & Aerospace sector?

Defense, aerospace, and government contracts. Benefits from geopolitical tension.

Rocket Lab USA, Inc. is classified under the Defense & Aerospace sector. See peers below.

Rocket Lab USA, Inc. key financials

Based on SEC filings · as of Jun 30, 2026

-11.5%
0.00x
as of Jun 30, 2026

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Rocket Lab USA, Inc. vs Defense & Aerospace sector benchmark

Median of 13 representative sector stocks · SEC filings · factual comparison (not advice)

Revenue growth (YoY)
52.5%vs benchmark 16.6%↑ above
Operating margin
-24.6%vs benchmark 10.1%↓ below
Net margin
-21.5%vs benchmark 8.2%↓ below
ROE
-11.5%vs benchmark 11.9%↓ below

A simple comparison to the sector benchmark. Higher or lower doesn’t mean good/bad or buy/sell.

RKLB segment revenue mix trend

Quarterly change in segment revenue share · verified from SEC filings

Jun '24Mar '25Sep '25Jun '26
Space Systems 81%Launch Services 19%

2 quarters with a different segment breakdown were omitted (filing basis changed).

RKLB on Stocklore

  • Revenue by segment — segment weights verified from SEC filings, YoY changes, growth drivers and concentration
  • Financials & earnings quality — 6 metrics (FCF conversion, ROIC, net debt, etc.) to gauge profit quality
  • 13F institutional holdings — holdings and weight changes of major institutions (45-day delay)
  • Sector-relative metrics — Valuation and growth compared with the Defense & Aerospace average
See full RKLB analysis →

Peers · Defense & Aerospace

RKLB FAQ

What is Rocket Lab USA, Inc. (RKLB)?

Rocket Lab Corporation is an aerospace and space systems company that provides launch and mission services for commercial, government, and defense customers. The company operates through Launch Services and Space Systems, combining dedicated and rideshare rocket launches with spacecraft engineering, manufacturing, components, and on-orbit mission operations. Its offerings support satellite deployment, space infrastructure, and secure communications, serving organizations that need access to space and specialized mission hardware. Rocket Lab Corporation also develops launch vehicles and spacecraft platforms designed for small and medium-class payloads, making it a key supplier across the broader space economy. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Long Beach, California, Rocket Lab Corporation plays a significant role in enabling recurring launches and end-to-end space mission capabilities.

What sector is Rocket Lab USA, Inc. in?

Rocket Lab USA, Inc. is classified under Defense & Aerospace. Defense, aerospace, and government contracts. Benefits from geopolitical tension.

What are Rocket Lab USA, Inc.'s key financials?

As of Jun 30, 2026 in SEC filings: Revenue growth (YoY) 52.5%, Operating margin -24.6%, Net margin -21.5%, ROE -11.5%, Debt-to-equity 0.00x. Definitions and interpretation are available on Stocklore.

Where can I analyze Rocket Lab USA, Inc. (RKLB) stock?

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