Rocket Lab USA, Inc. (RKLB) surged 5.03% during Friday's intraday trading session, reflecting strong investor confidence in the space technology company.
The rally follows Rocket Lab's recent $805 million contract to deliver 18 missile warning and tracking satellites for the Space Development Agency, its largest deal to date. Analysts attribute the bullish sentiment to broader sector catalysts, including the White House's Space Executive Order, the emerging orbital compute narrative, and speculation around a potential SpaceX IPO in 2026. These factors are driving renewed interest in space stocks, with Rocket Lab positioned as a key beneficiary due to its transition from a launch provider to an end-to-end space systems integrator.
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