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Verdict
Quantitative factor alignment verified for current market regime.
Quant Score
Rank
#2145
Positioning
Market Dominance
Manufacturing
Defense
$23.0B
Peter Beck
Rocket Lab Corporation, a space company, provides launch services and space systems solutions in the United States, Canada, Japan, and internationally. Rocket Lab Corporation was founded in 2006 and is headquartered in Long Beach, California.
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| Stock | Rating | Score▼ | Quality | Value | Momentum | P/E | EV/EBITDA | ROE | ROA | Gross Mgn | Op Mgn | Net Mgn | Rev Growth | Div Yield | D/E | Mkt Cap | AUDIT |
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$UL UNILEVER PLC | 78 | 96 | 98 | 59 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$ASML ASML HOLDING NV | 77 | 89 | 86 | 83 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$ESLT ELBIT SYSTEMS LTD | 76 | 81 | 87 | 85 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$MT ArcelorMittal | 75 | 71 | 98 | 85 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$AMAT APPLIED MATERIALS INC /DE | 75 | 85 | 87 | 84 | 20.9x | 13.6x | 32.9% | 20.5% | 48.8% | 30.6% | 24.4% | 7.7% | 0.9% | 32.0x | $148.6B | VS | |
$SIMO Silicon Motion Technology CORP | 75 | 84 | 86 | 85 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$CODA Coda Octopus Group, Inc. | 74 | 83 | 90 | 79 | 16.3x | 11.9x | 7.4% | 7.5% | 68.3% | 19.5% | 18.2% | 29.0% | 0.0% | 0.0x | $84M | VS | |
$GSK GSK plc | 74 | 84 | 90 | 70 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$EFXT Enerflex Ltd. | 74 | 80 | 91 | 83 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$BUD Anheuser-Busch InBev SA/NV | 74 | 84 | 97 | 63 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$RKLB Rocket Lab USA, Inc. | 49 | 36 | 48 | 87 | - | - | -15.4% | -8.9% | 31.1% | -44.3% | -39.2% | 46.0% | 0.0% | 27.0x | $23.0B | ||
| SECTOR BENCH | - | - | - | - | - | 22.3x | 11.5x | -1.9% | 0.9% | 44.1% | 2.5% | 1.0% | 6.7% | 0.0% | 0.2x | - | REF |
Rocket Lab USA, Inc. (RKLB) receives a "Reduce" rating with a composite score of 49.1/100. It ranks #2145 out of 7,333 stocks in our coverage universe and carries a 2-star rating. Ratings are driven by a 6-factor quantitative model measuring quality, value, momentum, investment, stability, and short interest.
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Outperforming peers — winners tend to keep winning over 3-12 months
Fair valuation relative to peers
Average quality profile
High volatility — wider range of outcomes increases timing risk
Aggressive spending — empire-building risk, dilutive growth
Mid-range overall rating
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Relative valuation derived from Manufacturing sector benchmarks. Model weights: EV/EBITDA (40%), P/B (35%), P/S (25%). Re-calculated daily.
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View All RatingsROE proxy -15.4% (sector -1.9%)
GM 31% vs sector 44%, OM -44% vs sector 3%
Capital turnover N/A, R&D intensity 45.5%
Rev growth 46%, 5yr history
Interest coverage N/A
Composite assessment of profitability, capital efficiency, and financial strength. Top-tier entities demonstrate sustainable cash flow generation and elite competitive moats.
Profit generated per dollar of shareholder equity
Efficiency of asset utilization
Pricing power and cost efficiency
Core business profitability
Bottom-line profitability
The Quality factor evaluates the persistence and magnitude of realized cash flows. Companies with scores >70 exhibit superior pricing power and structural financial resilience through diverse economic regimes.
Our uncertainty rating tracks the predictability of future cash flows and potential for permanent capital loss. Moderate visibility with standard industry cyclicality.
We rate Rocket Lab USA, Inc. (RKLB) as a Reduce with a composite score of 49.1/100 at a current price of $69.97. The quantitative profile shows weakness across multiple dimensions, suggesting limited upside potential.
Rocket Lab USA, Inc. holds a top-quartile position (#0 of 50) within the Manufacturing sector, based on our composite quantitative scoring across quality, value, momentum, and stability factors. The composite score of 49.1/100 places it at rank #2145 in our full universe.
The near-term outlook is constructive, with revenue growing at 46% and momentum in the 87th percentile confirming positive market sentiment. The combination of strong top-line growth and favorable price dynamics suggests the company is executing well on its growth strategy.
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Positive momentum indicates institutional accumulation.
Stable competitive position in a defensive sector.
Vulnerability to macroeconomic shocks and interest rate volatility.
Rocket Lab USA, Inc. represents a reduce based on multi-factor quantitative performance.
Rocket Lab USA, Inc. receives a Reduce rating from our analysis, with a composite score of 49.1/100 and 2 out of 5 stars, ranking #2145 out of 7,333 stocks. RKLB's factor profile shows weakness across multiple dimensions, suggesting the stock may underperform going forward. Existing holders may want to consider trimming positions or tightening stop-losses.
RKLB's quality score of 36/100 is below average, suggesting challenges with profitability or capital efficiency. The company reports a return on equity of -15.4% (sector avg: -1.9%), gross margins of 31.1% (sector avg: 44.1%), net margins of -39.2% (sector avg: 1.0%). Investors should examine whether management is actively addressing these weaknesses or if they reflect structural industry headwinds.
With a value score of 48/100, RKLB appears somewhat expensive relative to its fundamentals. Key valuation metrics include a P/B ratio of 29.55x. Investors paying a premium here are likely betting on above-average growth or margin expansion to justify current prices.
Rocket Lab USA, Inc.'s investment score of 21/100 suggests limited reinvestment activity. Key growth metrics include revenue growth of 46.0% vs. a sector average of 6.7% and a return on assets of -8.9% (sector: 0.9%). While this can be positive for mature, cash-generative businesses returning capital to shareholders, it may also signal a lack of growth opportunities or management conservatism.
RKLB shows strong momentum characteristics with a score of 87/100. The stock has been trending above key moving averages, indicating solid demand from institutional buyers. Revenue growth stands at 46.0% year-over-year, while a beta of 2.16 reflects its sensitivity to broader market moves. This level of momentum typically signals sustained investor confidence and favorable near-term price action.
RKLB's stability score of 35/100 signals elevated volatility and/or leverage concerns. Key stability metrics include a beta of 2.16 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 27.00x (sector avg: 0.2x). Investors should be prepared for wider-than-average price swings and consider position sizing accordingly to manage portfolio risk.
RKLB carries a short interest score of 69/100, indicating moderate short selling activity. This is a neutral reading — not enough to signal systemic bearishness, but worth monitoring. Specific risk factors include high market sensitivity (beta: 2.16), elevated leverage (D/E: 27.00x). At $23.0B market cap (large-cap), Rocket Lab USA, Inc. offers reasonable institutional liquidity.
Rocket Lab USA, Inc. is a large-cap company in the Manufacturing sector, ranked #0 of 50 in its sector (100th percentile) and #2145 of 7,333 overall (71st percentile). Key comparisons include ROE of -15.4% trailing the -1.9% sector median and operating margins of -44.3% below the 2.5% sector average. This top-quartile standing reflects exceptional competitive strength relative to Manufacturing peers.
While RKLB currently exhibits a REDUCE profile, superior opportunities exist within the MANUFACTURING sector. Our model identifies several "Strong Buy" candidates with higher quality scores and more attractive valuations among direct industry competitors.
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ROE 711% ABOVE SECTOR MEDIAN (FAVORABLE)
Gross Margin 29% BELOW SECTOR MEDIAN
Op. Margin 1864% BELOW SECTOR MEDIAN
Above 50MA
37.18%
Net New Highs
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Rocket Lab faces an earnings report on Feb. 26 with 80% of prediction market bettors expecting a bottom-line beat. While the company's space systems segment drives revenue growth (expected 34.6% YoY), the Neutron rocket's stage 1 fuel tank failure in late-stage testing has delayed its inaugural launch. The stock's performance will largely depend on how much the Neutron launch schedule slips rather than near-term fundamentals.
Rocket Lab completed its fourth hypersonic test in six months with the Cassowary Vex mission on its HASTE rocket. The flight supported the U.S. Defense Innovation Unit and carried Hypersonix’s advanced scramjet payload. The mission focused on frequent, cost-effective testing for hypersonic systems at speeds up to Mach 20. This latest launch highlights Rocket Lab’s role in hypersonic testing for U.S. and allied defense programs. For investors watching NasdaqCM:RKLB, the Cassowary Vex mission...
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