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Rocket Lab (RKLB) Reports Record Q3 Revenue & Backlog, Misses EPS Estimates

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Rocket Lab (RKLB) announced Q3 2026 results, posting record revenue of $268M, beating estimates by $10.83M, and a record $3.6B backlog . However, the company missed EPS estimates, reporting a loss of $0.12 per share against an expected loss of $0.07 . Shares initially surged 10.91% before retreating 7.1% in after-hours trading, reflecting mixed investor reaction to strong top-line growth versus higher costs and a wider quarterly loss .

Key points:

  • Revenue: $268M, up 73% YoY, driven by Space Systems ($214.8M) and Launch Services ($53.1M) .
  • Gross Margins: Above guidance at 33.6% GAAP and 38.4% non-GAAP .
  • Q4 2026 Outlook: Revenue guidance of $270M-$290M, above consensus .
Rocket Lab Q3 2026 slides: record $268M revenue, $3.6B backlog

Rocket Lab Q3 2026 slides: record $268M revenue, $3.6B backlog

INVESTING.COMNov 9, 11:40 PM UTC
Rocket Lab earnings missed by $0.05, revenue topped estimates

Rocket Lab earnings missed by $0.05, revenue topped estimates

INVESTING.COMNov 9, 9:33 PM UTC
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