Rocket Lab Shares Slide Despite Record Launch Achievement

Rocket Lab USA accomplished a significant milestone over the weekend, yet its stock faced a decline when markets opened on Monday. The aerospace company successfully conducted two Electron rocket launches from different continents within a 48-hour window, setting a new annual record. This operational feat, however, was met with investor skepticism rather than applause, leading to a drop in the share price.

The company’s recent “Follow My Speed” mission marked its 18th Electron launch in 2025, surpassing its previous annual record of 16 missions. This achievement underscores Rocket Lab’s growing launch cadence and reliability.

A particularly notable aspect of this record was the geographic coordination involved. One rocket launched Read more...