Rocket Lab Future Growth
Future criteria checks 5/6
Rocket Lab is forecast to grow earnings and revenue by 59.5% and 24.3% per annum respectively. EPS is expected to grow by 60.8% per annum. Return on equity is forecast to be 0.8% in 3 years.
Key information
59.5%
Earnings growth rate
60.76%
EPS growth rate
| Aerospace & Defense earnings growth | 16.5% |
| Revenue growth rate | 24.3% |
| Future return on equity | 0.84% |
| Analyst coverage | Good |
| Last updated | 17 Mar 2026 |
Recent future growth updates
Recent updates
What Will Happen To Rocket Lab After SpaceX's IPO
Mar 26
Rocket Lab: A Growth Story Trading on the Future of Space Economy
Rocket Lab represents a company in transition. It is no longer simply a small-launch provider, yet it has not fully matured into a profitable aerospace contractor.Rocket Lab - Stock Narrative
Rocket Lab today is a niche company accelerating through development in the aerospace industry, financially stronger than its early stage reputation suggests, but still very much in an early, speculative phase, yet to see any profits. Based in the United States, they provide international launch services and space systems solutions, in the early phase of development and scaling with cutting edge technologies such as the Neutron rocket on the horizon..Rocket Lab (RKLB): A Rising Challenger in the Space Economy
Rocket Lab has rapidly evolved from a niche small-satellite launch provider into one of the most compelling end-to-end space companies in the market. With ambitions that stretch far beyond launching rockets, the company is positioning itself as a serious long-term competitor in the rapidly expanding space economy.Rocket Lab Corporation (NASDAQ:RKLB) Shares Slammed 40% But Getting In Cheap Might Be Difficult Regardless
Nov 21
Rocket Lab Corporation (NASDAQ:RKLB) Just Reported And Analysts Have Been Lifting Their Price Targets
Nov 13Rocket Lab Corporation (NASDAQ:RKLB) Analysts Are Pretty Bullish On The Stock After Recent Results
Aug 09Rocket Lab Corporation (NASDAQ:RKLB) Stocks Shoot Up 29% But Its P/S Still Looks Reasonable
Jun 24Rocket Lab USA, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:RKLB) 40% Jump Shows Its Popularity With Investors
May 04
Neutron Launch And Flatellite Production Will Unlock New Markets
Rocket Lab's strategic focus on end-to-end space services and Neutron development aims to capitalize on medium-class launches and boost long-term revenue growth.Earnings and Revenue Growth Forecasts
| Date | Revenue | Earnings | Free Cash Flow | Cash from Op | Avg. No. Analysts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/31/2028 | 1,557 | 216 | N/A | 466 | 5 |
| 12/31/2027 | 1,233 | 39 | 85 | 176 | 12 |
| 12/31/2026 | 850 | -125 | -116 | -17 | 12 |
| 12/31/2025 | 602 | -198 | -322 | -166 | N/A |
| 9/30/2025 | 555 | -198 | -232 | -103 | N/A |
| 6/30/2025 | 504 | -231 | -204 | -111 | N/A |
| 3/31/2025 | 466 | -207 | -177 | -101 | N/A |
| 12/31/2024 | 436 | -190 | -116 | -49 | N/A |
| 9/30/2024 | 364 | -188 | -145 | -89 | N/A |
| 6/30/2024 | 327 | -177 | -149 | -83 | N/A |
| 3/31/2024 | 282 | -181 | -137 | -76 | N/A |
| 12/31/2023 | 245 | -183 | -154 | -99 | N/A |
| 9/30/2023 | 236 | -169 | -135 | -76 | N/A |
| 6/30/2023 | 232 | -163 | -120 | -73 | N/A |
| 3/31/2023 | 225 | -155 | -154 | -106 | N/A |
| 12/31/2022 | 211 | -136 | -149 | -107 | N/A |
| 9/30/2022 | 187 | -96 | -151 | -110 | N/A |
| 6/30/2022 | 129 | -149 | -139 | -100 | N/A |
| 3/31/2022 | 85 | -128 | -111 | -83 | N/A |
| 12/31/2021 | 62 | -117 | -97 | -72 | N/A |
| 9/30/2021 | 50 | -139 | -75 | -56 | N/A |
| 6/30/2021 | 56 | -64 | -67 | -52 | N/A |
| 3/31/2021 | 52 | -57 | -58 | -36 | N/A |
| 12/31/2020 | 35 | -55 | -53 | -28 | N/A |
| 12/31/2019 | 48 | -30 | -46 | -22 | N/A |
Analyst Future Growth Forecasts
Earnings vs Savings Rate: RKLB is forecast to become profitable over the next 3 years, which is considered faster growth than the savings rate (3.4%).
Earnings vs Market: RKLB is forecast to become profitable over the next 3 years, which is considered above average market growth.
High Growth Earnings: RKLB is expected to become profitable in the next 3 years.
Revenue vs Market: RKLB's revenue (24.3% per year) is forecast to grow faster than the US market (10.3% per year).
High Growth Revenue: RKLB's revenue (24.3% per year) is forecast to grow faster than 20% per year.
Earnings per Share Growth Forecasts
Future Return on Equity
Future ROE: RKLB's Return on Equity is forecast to be low in 3 years time (0.8%).
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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/03/29 01:33 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/03/27 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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Analyst Sources
Rocket Lab Corporation is covered by 25 analysts. 12 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| Peter Arment | Baird |
| Ronald Epstein | BofA Global Research |
| Andre Madrid | BTIG |