Rocket Lab reports strong revenue growth and secures first Neutron rocket deal

Rocket Lab's shares rose significantly in after-hours trading following its third-quarter earnings report. The company reported revenue of $104.8 million, a 55% increase from $67.6 million a year earlier, though its net loss grew to $51.9 million. The company also forecasted fourth-quarter revenue between $125 million and $135 million, aiming for a total of about $430 million for the year. In a notable development, Rocket Lab announced its first customer for the Neutron rocket, a confidential satellite operator, which signed on for two missions in mid-2026. The pricing aligns with Rocket Lab's target of around $50 million per launch.