RKLB · Rocket Lab Corporation Common Stock

October 17, 2026

Rocket Lab shares fall after Neutron rocket delay and target cut. Rocket Lab announced a delay to its Neutron launch vehicle, citing technical issues. Following the announcement, Citizens Research cut its price target to $90, noting the delay’s impact on launch revenue in fiscal years 2027 and 2028. The news coincided with a roughly 6% drop in the stock price, as reported by multiple outlets. Analysts continue to show a wide range of price expectations, with an average target of about $103.