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Rocket Lab Launches $750 Million At‑The‑Market Stock Program as Shares Whipsaw

Investors weigh dilution risk against plans to fund Neutron development.

Overview

  • Rocket Lab filed a sales agreement to sell up to $750 million of common stock over time through multiple agents, with no obligation to sell a set amount.
  • The new program replaces a March agreement after the company sold $396.6 million under a prior $500 million authorization, which it now plans to terminate.
  • The stock fell as much as about 12% on Tuesday to the $47–$48 range and edged higher on Wednesday in early trading.
  • Rocket Lab reported approximately $564.08 million in cash and cash equivalents as of June 30, according to recent disclosures.
  • Management frames the raise as funding for growth initiatives such as the larger Neutron rocket and a proposed Mars Telecommunications Orbiter, while sell‑side ratings remain positive and independent analysis flags potential 20–30% further downside to around $33.