Shares of the U.S.-based aerospace company Rocket Lab USA (RKLB) are up by over 70% year-to-date. The stock has gained strong attention as investors look ahead to 2026, with growing interest in the company’s position in the expanding space and satellite launch industry. Here’s what financial analysts are expecting right now for Rocket Lab’s stock outlook in 2026.
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For context, Rocket Lab is a space launch company specializing in small orbital rockets and satellite solutions, best known for its Electron rocket and upcoming Neutron launch vehicle.
Latest Analysts’ Views on RKLB Stock
Following its earnings on May 8, analysts have turned more bullish on RKLB stock.
Most recently, five-star-rated analyst Andres Sheppard at Cantor Fitzgerald reiterated a Buy rating at a price target of $96. He highlighted Rocket Lab’s upcoming Neutron rocket as a key long-term growth driver and noted that it remains on track for its first launch later this year. He also expects about 27 total launches across Electron and HASTE in fiscal 2026.
Meanwhile, Clear Street analyst Gregory Pendy initiated coverage with a Buy rating and an $88 price target, implying more than 30% upside. He pointed to Rocket Lab’s vertically integrated approach as a competitive advantage versus peers like SpaceX.
In addition, Deutsche Bank’s analyst Edison Yu raised his price target on RKLB to $120 from $73 while maintaining a Buy rating, citing strengthening demand across its launch and space systems business.
Who Are the Best Analysts Covering RKLB Stock?
Interestingly, Sheppard is currently the most accurate analyst covering RKLB over the timeframe of three months. He has a 46% success rate and an average return of 20.90% per trade in the last three months. On TipRanks, Sheppard ranks #749 among more than 12,000 tracked analysts.
At the same time, Citi’s Jason Gursky is the most profitable analyst covering RKLB stock. He has a 76% success rate and an average return of 51.80% per trade in the last three months. On TipRanks, Gursky ranks #53 among more than 12,000 tracked analysts.
Is RKLB a Good Stock to Buy?
According to TipRanks, RKLB stock has received a Moderate Buy consensus rating, with 11 Buys and four Holds assigned in the last three months. The average price target for Rocket Lab is $100.17 suggesting a downside of 13.63% from the current level.
