Vise Technologies Inc. Invests $1.60 Million in Rocket Lab Corporation $RKLB

Vise Technologies Inc. bought a new stake in Rocket Lab Corporation (NASDAQ:RKLB) in the second quarter, according to the company in its most recent 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The firm bought 15,701 shares of the rocket manufacturer’s stock, valued at approximately $1,596,000.

Several other hedge funds and other institutional investors also recently added to or reduced their stakes in RKLB. Versant Capital Management Inc raised its holdings in Rocket Lab by 5.1% in the second quarter. Versant Capital Management Inc now owns 2,049 shares of the rocket manufacturer’s stock worth $208,000 after purchasing an additional 100 shares in the last quarter. Bartlett & CO. Wealth Management LLC boosted its holdings in shares of Rocket Lab by 7.1% during the 1st quarter. Bartlett & CO. Wealth Management LLC now owns 1,869 shares of the rocket manufacturer’s stock valued at $120,000 after buying an additional 124 shares in the last quarter. Sovereign Financial Group Inc. boosted its holdings in shares of Rocket Lab by 3.9% during the 1st quarter. Sovereign Financial Group Inc. now owns 3,320 shares of the rocket manufacturer’s stock valued at $213,000 after buying an additional 125 shares in the last quarter. Quadcap Wealth Management LLC grew its position in shares of Rocket Lab by 2.3% in the 4th quarter. Quadcap Wealth Management LLC now owns 6,246 shares of the rocket manufacturer’s stock worth $436,000 after buying an additional 140 shares during the period. Finally, Parvin Asset Management LLC increased its stake in shares of Rocket Lab by 4.0% in the 1st quarter. Parvin Asset Management LLC now owns 3,665 shares of the rocket manufacturer’s stock worth $235,000 after acquiring an additional 140 shares in the last quarter. 71.78% of the stock is owned by hedge funds and other institutional investors.

Trending Headlines about Rocket Lab

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 satellite for Japan’s iQPS. The launch was the company’s 14th of 2026 and extended a 100% success streak for iQPS missions. 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 and defense awards are strengthening Rocket Lab’s position as a national-security contractor. Highlights include participation in the NITE-STAR program, with a potential ceiling of $981 million, a protected military communications satellite-bus role, the $397 million Flatellite contract, and a record $266 million missile-defense launch award. The company’s backlog reportedly exceeds $2.3 billion.
• Positive Sentiment: CEO Peter Beck said the proposed $8 billion Iridium acquisition is intended to expand Rocket Lab’s satellite-communications capabilities without directly competing with SpaceX’s Starlink. Management is positioning the deal as a differentiated communications offering, although investors will weigh its strategic benefits against transaction and execution risks. Rocket Lab CEO discusses Iridium deal
• Neutral Sentiment: Analysts remain broadly optimistic, with a reported median price target of $120 and a separate consensus average of $110.65. However, these targets depend heavily on continued contract growth and successful Neutron development.
• Negative Sentiment: Rocket Lab remains unprofitable and recently missed quarterly EPS expectations despite beating revenue estimates. Heavy spending on Neutron has pressured margins, while a first-stage tank issue has pushed Neutron’s debut to the fourth quarter, delaying a major potential growth catalyst.
• Negative Sentiment: Valuation remains demanding after the sell-off, with the company trading at a very high sales multiple and carrying a negative earnings profile. In addition, reports show extensive insider selling—including sales by CEO Peter Beck—without reported insider purchases, which may weigh on sentiment.
• Negative Sentiment: Higher oil prices and rising long-term interest rates have raised concerns about an economic slowdown and weaker industrial orders across aerospace-related stocks. The post-IPO volatility in SpaceX has also continued to pressure the broader space sector.

Rocket Lab Trading Down 0.5%

Shares of NASDAQ RKLB opened at $72.57 on Friday. The firm’s 50 day moving average price is $81.86 and its 200-day moving average price is $85.21. Rocket Lab Corporation has a 52-week low of $37.57 and a 52-week high of $151.00. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.01, a quick ratio of 4.98 and a current ratio of 5.48. The company has a market cap of $43.42 billion, a PE ratio of -268.77 and a beta of 2.60.

Rocket Lab (NASDAQ:RKLB) last announced its quarterly earnings results on Monday, August 10th. The rocket manufacturer reported ($0.08) earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate 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. On average, equities research analysts expect that Rocket Lab Corporation will post -0.2 EPS for the current fiscal year.

Analyst Ratings Changes

A number of research analysts recently issued reports on the stock. TD Cowen lifted their price target on shares of Rocket Lab from $90.00 to $120.00 and gave the company a “buy” rating in a research report on Friday, May 8th. Stifel Nicolaus set a $132.00 price objective on shares of Rocket Lab in a report on Thursday, June 4th. Roth Capital set a $110.00 target price on shares of Rocket Lab in a research note on Tuesday, August 11th. BTIG Research reiterated a “hold” rating on shares of Rocket Lab in a report on Tuesday, May 12th. Finally, Morgan Stanley reissued an “overweight” rating on shares of Rocket Lab in a research report on Wednesday, July 8th. Three investment analysts have rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, thirteen have assigned a Buy rating, five have given a Hold rating and one has issued a Sell rating to the company’s stock. According to data from MarketBeat.com, Rocket Lab presently has a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus price target of $110.65.

Insider Buying and Selling at Rocket Lab

In other Rocket Lab news, Director Alexander R. Slusky sold 40,000 shares of Rocket Lab stock in a transaction on Tuesday, June 2nd. The stock was sold at an average price of $123.60, for a total value of $4,944,000.00. Following the completion of the sale, the director owned 334,675 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $41,365,830. This trade represents a 10.68% decrease in their position. The transaction was disclosed in a document filed with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is accessible through this link. Also, SVP Arjun Kampani sold 88,000 shares of the business’s stock in a transaction on Thursday, June 18th. The stock was sold at an average price of $107.98, for a total value of $9,502,240.00. Following the completion of the transaction, the senior vice president owned 264,705 shares of the company’s stock, valued at $28,582,845.90. This represents a 24.95% decrease in their position. The SEC filing for this sale provides additional information. In the last quarter, insiders sold 3,749,294 shares of company stock worth $351,008,208. Insiders own 8.40% of the company’s stock.

About Rocket Lab

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.