Rocket Companies(RKT) Prnewswire·2025-05-27 09:45Core Viewpoint - A class action securities lawsuit has been filed against Rocket Companies, Inc. for alleged securities fraud affecting investors between March 29, 2021, and April 1, 2021 [1] Group 1: Allegations of Fraud - The lawsuit claims that Rocket Companies made false statements regarding its gain on sale margins, which were contracting at the highest rate in two years due to increased competition and unfavorable market conditions [2] - It is alleged that Rocket was engaged in a price war with competitors, further compressing margins in its Partner Network operating segment [2] - The complaint indicates that Rocket's gain on sale margins were expected to decline by at least 140 basis points in the first half of 2021, returning to levels not seen since Q1 2019 [2] - The favorable market conditions that previously allowed Rocket to achieve high gain on sale margins had disappeared, leading to a significant drop below recent historical averages [2] - Positive statements made by the defendants about the company's operations and prospects were claimed to be materially misleading [2] Group 2: Legal Process and Participation - Investors who suffered losses during the specified period have until July 8, 2025, to request to be appointed as lead plaintiff, although participation does not require this role [3] - Class members may be entitled to compensation without any out-of-pocket costs or fees [3] Group 3: Firm Background - Levi & Korsinsky, LLP has a strong track record in securities litigation, having secured hundreds of millions for shareholders over the past 20 years [4] - The firm has been recognized in ISS Securities Class Action Services' Top 50 Report for seven consecutive years as one of the leading securities litigation firms in the U.S. [4]