Analysts Maintain Confidence in Rocket Lab Following Neutron Test Setback

Stock Performance: Rocket Lab's shares have sharply declined nearly 20% from their recent all-time high, following a sell-off despite ongoing momentum in the aerospace and defense sectors.

Neutron Rocket Development: The company's long-term valuation heavily relies on the successful development of its medium-lift Neutron rocket, which is seen as a significant opportunity for larger payloads and higher-margin missions.

Recent Incident Impact: A recent failure during a qualification test of a Stage 1 tank has raised concerns among investors about potential delays in the Neutron rocket's maiden flight, currently targeted for the first half of 2026.

Analyst Confidence: Despite the stock's volatility, analysts have maintained their buy ratings on Rocket Lab, expressing confidence in the long-term prospects of the Neutron program and raising price targets significantly.