Rocket Lab Forecasts Quarterly Revenue Above Estimates on Satellite, Launch Demand
Wall Street expects about $232 million in revenue, as Rocket Lab points to record backlog and $663 million in new government contracts.
- Rocket Lab reports second-quarter results after market close on Monday, August 10, with Wall Street anticipating revenue between $225 million and $240 million, reflecting roughly 60% year-over-year growth.
- The company's growth outlook is supported by a record $2.2 billion backlog, which surged 108% year over year, demonstrating strong demand despite a $50 billion valuation and ongoing unprofitability.
- Recent momentum includes $663 million in combined contract value announced in eight days, featuring a $266 million missile-defense deal and a $397 million satellite award for the Space Force's airborne-threat-tracking program.
- Management guided for GAAP gross margins of 33% to 35% for the second quarter, while investors monitor impacts from Neutron development and dilution expectations from recent financing activities.
- CEO Peter Beck maintains confidence in the program, noting that "the continued placing of items on test stands" serves as the primary indicator of progress ahead of the rocket's debut later this year.
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