Rocket Lab (RKLB) Revenue Beats Estimates, Stock Jumps 30%

Rocket Lab (RKLB) reported first-quarter revenue of $136.7 million in its space systems and $63.7 million in launch services, exceeding FactSet estimates of $132.1 million and $59 million, respectively. The company's backlog has doubled year-over-year to $2.2 billion. Guidance for the second quarter is projected between $225 million and $240 million, surpassing analysts' expectations of $207.5 million. The stock surged 30% in response to these developments, reflecting increased investor interest in the space industry.