Rocket Lab: Reaching For The Stars

Simple Investing
2023-10-16

Summary

  • Rocket Lab USA, Inc. is highly successful as a fast follower in its launch segment, second only to SpaceX in the U.S.
  • In addition, Neutron is expected to add to its product portfolio and bring margin upside to the company as it meets the different needs of its customers.
  • Rocket Lab has strong competitive advantages including its two launch complexes, deep vertical integration, innovation in new technologies, and an end-to-end space solution for customers.
  • Rocket Lab's Neutron looks good and able to compete meaningfully with SpaceX's Falcon 9 when released.

mikkelwilliam

Private sector investments into the space industry have been growing, and SpaceX (SPACE) has been one of the most prominent names in the industry.

However, there is another little-known company called Rocket Lab USA, Inc. (NASDAQ:RKLB) that

Brief description

Rocket Lab business segment (Author generated)

Neutron is key to Rocket Lab

Success as a fast follower

Space Economy 2040 (Citi Research, Satellite Industry Association )

Competitive advantages

Management team

Executive compensation of Rocket Lab in 2022 (Proxy Statement)

Comparison with competition (SpaceX)

Comparison of key characteristics between Neutron and Falcon 9 (Medium)

Thrust comparison between Neutron and Falcon 9 (Medium)

Thrust to weight ratio of Falcon 9 and Neutron (Medium)

Launch cost breakdown of Falcon 9 and Neutron (Medium)

Potential cash flow risks

Valuation

Conclusion

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