Rocket Lab Corp (RKLB) Factsheet
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Rocket Lab Corp (RKLB) Stock Analysis
Analysis from 10-Q filed 2025-11-10. Data as of Q2 2026.
Overall Grade: F (Concerning)
Grade F (Concerning). ROIC -9.5%. FCF margin -48.3%. D/E 0.0x. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-11-10.
| Metric | Value | Context |
|---|---|---|
| ROIC | -9.5% | Below expectations |
| FCF Margin | -48.3% | Cash flow pressure |
| Debt/Equity | 0.0x | Conservative leverage |
ROIC -9.5% — Bottom 10% of sector peers. FCF margin -48.3% — Bottom 10%.
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Profitability: Rocket Lab Corp earns -9.5% ROIC
ROIC TTM -9.5%, sector median 7.2%. DuPont: NOPAT margin -25.1% × asset turnover 0.3x. Gross margin 37.3%. Operating margin -29.1%. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-11-10.
| Metric | RKLB | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | -9.5% | Red flag | Below sector median of 7.2% |
| Return on Equity (ROE) | -9.0% | Red flag | Moderate equity returns |
| Gross Margin | 37.3% | Good | Competitive pricing environment |
| Operating Margin | -29.1% | Warning | Moderate operational efficiency |
Cash Flow: Rocket Lab Corp generates $-371.1M FCF at -48.3% margin, positive NaN/8 quarters
FCF TTM $-371.1M. FCF margin -48.3%. OCF/Net income 1.3x. Positive FCF in NaN/8 trailing quarters. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-11-10.
| Metric | RKLB | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free Cash Flow Margin | -48.3% | Red flag | Thin cash margins |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $-371.1M | Red flag | Cash burn |
| OCF/Net Income | 1.3x | Excellent | High earnings quality |
| FCF Consistency (8Q) | N/A | Warning | Variable cash flow |
Balance Sheet: Rocket Lab Corp at 0.0x leverage
Debt/Equity 0.0x. Net cash $2.3B. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-11-10.
| Metric | RKLB | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Debt to Equity | 0.0x | Excellent | Conservative capital structure |
| Net Cash Position | $2.3B | Excellent | Net cash positive |
Valuation: Rocket Lab Corp trades at -330.9x earnings
P/E -330.9x. EV/Sales 43.2x. FCF yield -0.7%. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-11-10.
| Metric | RKLB | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio | -330.9x | Red flag | Reasonable valuation |
| EV/Sales | 43.2x | Warning | Growth premium priced in |
| FCF Yield | -0.7% | Warning | Lower cash yield |
Capital Allocation: Rocket Lab Corp returns 0.0% shareholder yield
Total shareholder yield 0.0%. Capital returned $0 TTM. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-11-10.
| Metric | RKLB | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Shareholder Yield | 0.0% | Warning | Dividend + buyback yield combined |
| Total Capital Returned (TTM) | $0 | Adequate | Dividends + buybacks returned to shareholders |
Sector Rankings
| Metric | Value | Percentile | vs Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | -9.5% | Bottom 10% | -1.3x below |
| Free Cash Flow Margin | -48.3% | Bottom 10% | -10.1x below |
| Gross Margin | 37.3% | Top 50% | 1.2x above |
| Operating Margin | -29.1% | Bottom 10% | -3.9x below |
| Return on Equity (ROE) | -9.0% | Top 25% | -0.9x below |
Financial Scorecard
| Metric | RKLB | Rating | Sector Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | -9.5% | Red flag | Below cost of capital |
| Free Cash Flow Margin | -48.3% | Red flag | Thin cash margins |
| Gross Margin | 37.3% | Good | Top 50% of sector (median: 31.9%) |
| Debt to Equity Ratio | 0.0% | Excellent | Conservative capital structure |
| Free Cash Flow Yield | -0.7% | Red flag | Growth-focused valuation |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is Rocket Lab Corp's Return on Invested Capital (ROIC)?
Rocket Lab Corp (RKLB) has a trailing twelve-month Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) of -9.5%. Sector median 7.2%. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-11-10.
Q: What is Rocket Lab Corp's Free Cash Flow Margin?
Rocket Lab Corp (RKLB) has a free cash flow margin of -48.3%, generating $-371.1 million in free cash flow over the trailing twelve months. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-11-10.
Q: What is Rocket Lab Corp's P/E ratio and how does it compare to peers?
Rocket Lab Corp (RKLB) trades at a P/E ratio of -330.9x, which is above the sector median of N/A. EV/Sales 43.2x. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-11-10.
Q: What is Rocket Lab Corp's revenue and earnings growth?
Rocket Lab Corp (RKLB) grew revenue by 52.5% year-over-year. EPS +38.1% YoY. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-11-10.
Q: How does Rocket Lab Corp compare to competitors in Industrials?
Compared to other companies in Industrials, Rocket Lab Corp (RKLB) shows: ROIC -9.5%, sector median 7.2% (-1.3x). FCF margin -48.3%, sector median 4.8%. Gross margin 37.3%, 5.3pp above sector median. These rankings are based on MetricDuck's analysis of all Industrials companies with available SEC filings.
Q: What warning signs should I watch for with Rocket Lab Corp?
Quantitative warning flags for Rocket Lab Corp (RKLB): 1) FCF margin -48.3% (below 5%). Source: 10-Q filed 2025-11-10.
Data Source: Data sourced from 10-Q filed 2025-11-10. TTM metrics as of Q2 2026.
Methodology: Financial metrics calculated from SEC 10-K and 10-Q filings using standardized formulas. Sector comparisons use peer group based on SIC code.
Scope: This analysis covers SEC filing fundamentals — profitability, cash flow, balance sheet, and valuation metrics. For analyst estimates and price targets, consult sell-side research.
This analysis is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice.