MEDIA RELEASE Exhibit 99.1 Rocket Lab Announces First Quarter 2025 Financial Results, Posting Quarterly Revenue of $123m Representing 32% Year-on-Year Growth Long Beach, California. May 8, 2025 – Rocket Lab USA, Inc. (Nasdaq: RKLB) ("Rocket Lab", "the Company", "we," "us," or "our"), a global leader in launch services and space systems, today shared the financial results for fiscal first quarter ended March 31, 2025. Rocket Lab founder and CEO, Sir Peter Beck, said: "Rocket Lab has delivered a strong first ...

Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the article highlights the growing importance of the commercial space market, particularly with the nomination of Jared Isaacman as NASA's next director, and the dominance of SpaceX, valued at $350 billion, in the industry [1] - Rocket Lab is positioned as a significant competitor to SpaceX, having achieved a remarkable stock increase of 700% over the past six months, despite recent short-selling pressures [1][3] - The article emphasizes the need for more companies to emerge in the commercial space sector to foster competition and growth, moving beyond a niche technology focus [1] Group 2 - Rocket Lab, founded in 2006, has developed the Electron rocket, which is designed for small satellite launches, similar to SpaceX's early Falcon rockets [3][4] - The Electron rocket has a launch mass of only 13 tons and is notable for its carbon fiber structure, which allows for lightweight design and faster production [4][5] - Rocket Lab has successfully launched over 50 times, although its success rate is not as high as that of established players like China's Long March rockets [5] Group 3 - The article discusses the shift in market demand towards medium-lift rockets due to the rise of large satellite constellations, particularly SpaceX's Starlink, prompting Rocket Lab to develop the Neutron rocket [8][10] - The Neutron rocket is designed to carry payloads of around 8 tons to low Earth orbit and features a unique two-stage recovery system [9][10] - Rocket Lab's founder, Peter Beck, initially opposed the idea of reusable rockets but later adapted to market trends, showcasing the company's flexibility [9][10] Group 4 - The article outlines the four stages of rocket development: concept validation, design, prototype testing, and flight testing, emphasizing the complexity of developing a reliable rocket [12][14][16] - Rocket Lab is currently in the initial testing phase for the Neutron rocket, with significant work still required before its first flight [17] - The challenges faced by Rocket Lab in meeting development timelines are highlighted, with comparisons to SpaceX's own delays [17][18] Group 5 - The article explores Rocket Lab's innovative approach to rocket design, including the "hungry hippo" concept for the Neutron rocket's payload deployment [19][21] - Rocket Lab's vertical integration allows for efficient production and cost control, which is crucial for competing in the commercial space market [22][24] - The company has also explored various recovery methods, including a helicopter and parachute system, but ultimately found these methods impractical [24][25][28] Group 6 - The discussion includes the broader commercial space industry, noting that while rocket launches are foundational, satellite services represent a much larger market opportunity [29][33] - The article emphasizes the importance of diversifying business operations beyond just rocket launches to capture more value in the space industry [34][36] - The potential for future growth in the space sector is linked to the development of infrastructure and services that support satellite operations [34][35]

Core Viewpoint - The space industry has seen significant growth, with Rocket Lab emerging as a key player aiming to compete with SpaceX and expand its revenue streams through various products and services [1][2]. Group 1: Revenue Growth - Rocket Lab is approaching $500 million in annual revenue, driven by the development of new products and services [2]. - The space systems segment has experienced rapid growth, generating $311 million in revenue last year, up from $23.3 million in 2021 [4]. - The company is not yet profitable but is working to improve gross margins and unit economics while addressing a large backlog of customer orders [4]. Group 2: Neutron Rocket System - Rocket Lab is investing heavily in the Neutron rocket, which is designed to compete directly with SpaceX [6]. - Each Neutron launch is expected to cost around $50 million, and achieving nine launches per year could match the company's current annual revenue [8]. - If successful, the Neutron could significantly increase Rocket Lab's total annual revenue to multiple billions of dollars [9]. Group 3: Future Plans - Beyond the Neutron, Rocket Lab plans to develop additional revenue segments, including software and services applications, which are expected to have high gross margins [11]. - The company has a track record of reliably bringing products to market, which instills confidence in its future execution [12]. - Revenue could potentially exceed $1 billion, or even $2 billion, within five years if the company successfully launches its products [13].

Rocket Lab USA, Inc. (RKLB) is slated to report first-quarter 2025 results on May 8, 2025, after market close.The Zacks Consensus Estimate for revenues is pegged at $120.7 million, suggesting an improvement of 30.1% from the year-ago quarter’s reported figure. The consensus mark for the bottom line is pegged at a loss of 10 cents per share, implying a deterioration from the prior-year quarter’s reported loss of 9 cents. The bottom-line estimate has remained unchanged in the past 60 days. (Find the latest EP ...

Rocket Lab USA TodayRKLBRocket Lab USA$22.99 +0.87 (+3.93%) 52-Week Range$3.66▼$33.34Price Target$23.25Add to WatchlistRocket Lab USA NASDAQ: RKLB, a rising force in the aerospace sector, is set to report its first-quarter 2025 earnings on May 8. This earnings release is shaping to be one of the company’s most pivotal, with expectations running high amid growing momentum in government contracts and space systems. The sentiment heading of the report is fairly mixed. While analyst ratings remain broadly bull ...

Rocket Lab's a winner, but perhaps not quite as big a winner as this news makes you think.It's been two weeks now since Rocket Lab (RKLB 3.89%) announced the big news that it was included in a $46 billion (headline value) contract "to provide hypersonic test launch capability with its HASTE launch vehicle ... for the United States and the United Kingdom." For a tiny space company that did just $436 million in business over the last 12 months, you would expect that kinda news to have a big effect on the stoc ...

There's a good reason most analysts don't try to make guesses this far in the future.Last month, I climbed out on a limb to ask (and answer) the question: Where will Rocket Lab USA (RKLB -2.70%) stock be in five years? For a fast-growing but still-unprofitable space stock with only one rocket in service -- the tiny Electron model that's much smaller than what larger competitors like SpaceX and United Launch Alliance fly -- it wasn't an easy question to answer.On the plus side, at least I had a few analyst f ...

NEW YORK, April 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C., a nationally recognized shareholder rights law firm, is investigating potential claims against Rocket Lab USA, Inc. (NASDAQ: RKLB) on behalf of long-term stockholders following a class action complaint that was filed against Rocket Lab on February 27, 2025 with a Class Period from November 12, 2024 to February 25, 2025. Our investigation concerns whether the board of directors of Rocket Lab have breached their fiduciary duties to the ...

NEW YORK, April 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Gross Law Firm issues the following notice to shareholders of Rocket Lab USA, Inc. (NASDAQ: RKLB). Shareholders who purchased shares of RKLB during the class period listed are encouraged to contact the firm regarding possible lead plaintiff appointment. Appointment as lead plaintiff is not required to partake in any recovery. CONTACT US HERE: https://securitiesclasslaw.com/securities/rocket-lab-usa-inc-loss-submission-form/?id=145081&from=3 CLASS PERIOD: Nove ...

LOS ANGELES, April 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The DJS Law Group reminds investors of a class action lawsuit against Rocket Lab USA, Inc.  ("Rocket Lab" or "the Company") (NASDAQ: RKLB) for violations of the federal securities laws.Shareholders who purchased the Company's securities between November 12, 2024 and February 25, 2025, inclusive (the "Class Period"), are encouraged to contact the firm before April 28, 2025.           CASE DETAILS:  The complaint alleges that the Company made false and misleading st ...