Diversify Advisory Services LLC bought a new stake in Rocket Lab Corporation (NASDAQ:RKLB – Free Report) during the second quarter, Holdings Channel.com reports. The firm bought 7,489 shares of the rocket manufacturer’s stock, valued at approximately $501,000.
Several other institutional investors also recently modified their holdings of the stock. Mcguire Capital Advisors Inc. bought a new position in shares of Rocket Lab in the 4th quarter valued at $27,000. Zions Bancorporation National Association UT bought a new stake in Rocket Lab during the 4th quarter worth $28,000. EverSource Wealth Advisors LLC grew its position in Rocket Lab by 109.5% during the 2nd quarter. EverSource Wealth Advisors LLC now owns 796 shares of the rocket manufacturer’s stock worth $28,000 after acquiring an additional 416 shares during the last quarter. Gordian Capital Singapore Pte Ltd acquired a new position in Rocket Lab in the 4th quarter worth about $29,000. Finally, Reflection Asset Management acquired a new position in Rocket Lab in the 4th quarter worth about $30,000. 71.78% of the stock is currently owned by institutional investors and hedge funds.
Rocket Lab News Roundup
Here are the key news stories impacting Rocket Lab this week:
- Positive Sentiment: Rocket Lab successfully completed its 93rd Electron mission, deploying an Earth-imaging QPS-SAR satellite for Japan’s iQPS. The mission was the company’s 14th Electron launch of 2026 and the ninth successful iQPS deployment. Nine additional dedicated iQPS launches are booked through 2030, supporting future revenue visibility. Rocket Lab launches 93rd Electron mission
- Positive Sentiment: Recent U.S. Space Force business is strengthening Rocket Lab’s defense and government positioning. The company received two delivery orders worth $12 million for secure optical communications and joined the Space Data Network Consortium; investors see potential for larger follow-on opportunities if its Photon technology performs well. Rocket Lab lands $12 million Space Force deal
- Positive Sentiment: Analysts cited by Yahoo Finance estimate RKLB may be about 11% undervalued, with defense contracts, satellite wins and growing government communications work reshaping the company’s long-term growth story. ARK Invest also reportedly added shares, providing a supportive institutional signal. Rocket Lab could be undervalued
Analyst Ratings Changes
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Rocket Lab Stock Down 3.8%
Shares of NASDAQ RKLB opened at $72.95 on Friday. The company’s 50 day moving average price is $82.46 and its 200-day moving average price is $85.30. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.01, a quick ratio of 4.98 and a current ratio of 5.48. Rocket Lab Corporation has a 52-week low of $37.57 and a 52-week high of $151.00. The company has a market capitalization of $43.65 billion, a P/E ratio of -270.18 and a beta of 2.60.
Rocket Lab (NASDAQ:RKLB – Get Free Report) last issued its quarterly earnings results on Monday, August 10th. The rocket manufacturer reported ($0.08) EPS for the quarter, missing analysts’ consensus estimates of ($0.06) by ($0.02). Rocket Lab had a negative net margin of 21.51% and a negative return on equity of 6.48%. The firm had revenue of $234.07 million for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $231.62 million. Equities analysts forecast that Rocket Lab Corporation will post -0.24 earnings per share for the current year.
Insider Buying and Selling
In related news, SVP Arjun Kampani sold 88,000 shares of the company’s stock in a transaction dated Thursday, June 18th. The stock was sold at an average price of $107.98, for a total transaction of $9,502,240.00. Following the sale, the senior vice president owned 264,705 shares in the company, valued at $28,582,845.90. This represents a 24.95% decrease in their position. The sale was disclosed in a document filed with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is available at the SEC website. Also, CFO Adam C. Spice sold 62,744 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction that occurred on Tuesday, May 26th. The stock was sold at an average price of $142.57, for a total value of $8,945,412.08. Following the sale, the chief financial officer directly owned 983,049 shares of the company’s stock, valued at $140,153,295.93. This represents a 6.00% decrease in their position. The disclosure for this sale is available in the SEC filing. The transaction was executed under a pre-arranged Rule 10b5-1 trading plan. The sale was made to cover tax withholding obligations related to the vesting of equity awards. Insiders sold 3,749,294 shares of company stock worth $351,008,208 over the last three months. Insiders own 8.40% of the company’s stock.
Rocket Lab Company Profile
Rocket Lab is an aerospace company that provides launch services, spacecraft, and space systems for commercial and government customers. The company’s primary launch vehicle is Electron, a small-lift orbital rocket designed to deploy small satellites and rideshare payloads to low Earth orbit. Rocket Lab also develops and manufactures the Rutherford engine, noted for its electric-pump-fed design and additive-manufactured components, which powers Electron and supports the company’s propulsion capabilities.
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