About Rocket Lab Corporation (RKLB)
Rocket Lab Corporation is a Aerospace & Defense company operating in the Industrials sector.
RKLB trades on the US stock exchanges (NYSE/NASDAQ) and is classified as a large-cap stock .
Key Statistics
- Current Price
- $54.73
- Market Cap
- $34.99B
- 52-Week High
- $151.00
- 52-Week Low
- $37.57
- Sector
- Industrials
- Industry
- Aerospace & Defense
$1,000 Invested in Rocket Lab Corporation (RKLB)
How much would $1,000 invested in RKLB be worth today?
What would $1,000 invested in RKLB 1 year ago be worth today?
A $1,000 investment in Rocket Lab Corporation (RKLB) in 2025 would be worth $898 as of November 2026, representing a -10.2% total return.
What would $1,000 invested in RKLB 3 years ago be worth today?
A $1,000 investment in Rocket Lab Corporation (RKLB) in 2023 would be worth $12,787 as of November 2026, representing a +1178.7% total return.
What would $1,000 invested in RKLB 5 years ago be worth today?
A $1,000 investment in Rocket Lab Corporation (RKLB) in 2021 would be worth $4,213 as of November 2026, representing a +321.3% total return.
What would $1,000 invested in RKLB at IPO be worth today?
A $1,000 investment in Rocket Lab Corporation (RKLB) at IPO would be worth $5,617 as of November 2026, representing a +461.7% total return.
Monthly Returns Heatmap
Over the past 5+ years (71 months), Rocket Lab Corporation (RKLB) has averaged a monthly return of +5.78% with a median return of -1.25%. The stock had 35 positive months (49%) and 36 negative months (51%). The best month in RKLB's history was November 2024 with a +154.9% return, while the worst was July 2026 at -36.1%. Historically, November tends to be the strongest month (averaging +24.1%), and February the weakest (-9.0%).
RKLB's longest winning streak was 7 consecutive months of gains, while its longest losing streak was 4 consecutive months of losses. The best full year was 2024 with a cumulative return of +231.7%, and the worst was 2022 at -88.3%.
Annual Returns
Over 6 years of trading history, Rocket Lab Corporation (RKLB) has delivered an average annual return of +85.29% with a median return of +34.07%. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) is +32.51%. The stock posted gains in 4 years (67%) and losses in 2 years (33%).
RKLB's best year was 2024 with a +360.58% gain, while the worst was 2022 at -69.30%. The longest streak of consecutive positive years was 3, and the longest losing streak was 1 years. RKLB achieved double-digit gains (10%+) in 4 years. It suffered double-digit losses in 2 years.
| Year | Return | Start | End |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -21.55% | $69.76 | $54.73 |
| 2025 | +173.89% | $25.47 | $69.76 |
| 2024 | +360.58% | $5.53 | $25.47 |
| 2023 | +46.68% | $3.77 | $5.53 |
| 2022 | -69.30% | $12.28 | $3.77 |
| 2021 | +21.46% | $10.11 | $12.28 |
Frequently Asked Questions: RKLB
What sector is RKLB in? ▼
RKLB operates in the Industrials sector, specifically in the Aerospace & Defense industry.
How has RKLB performed historically? ▼
Over 6 years of trading history, RKLB has posted gains in 4 years (67% of the time). The best year was 2024 with a +360.6% return. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
How can I invest in RKLB? ▼
You can invest in RKLB through any brokerage account that offers access to US stock exchanges. Popular options include commission-free brokers like Fidelity, Charles Schwab, or Robinhood (US), or international brokers like Interactive Brokers. You can buy individual shares or invest through ETFs that hold RKLB.
Last updated: 11/1/2026