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Why Rocket Lab Stock Plummeted Today

SpaceX had a successful IPO and soared in its first trading day. So why did Rocket Lab stock fall rapidly?

Why Rocket Lab Stock Plummeted Today

Why Rocket Lab Stock Plummeted Today

Published June 12, 2026 · Category: Finance

Overview

Rocket Lab (NASDAQ: RKLB) suffered a big sell-off in Friday's trading despite a bullish backdrop for the broader market. The company's share price closed out the day down 10..8%. For comparison, the S&P 500's level rose 0.5% in the session, and the Nasdaq Composite climbed 0.6%.

Rocket Lab's valuation moved lower today in conjunction with SpaceX's initial public offering (IPO). While Rocket Lab now trades down roughly 32% from its lifetime high, it's still up 275% over the last year.

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