Rocket Lab

Rocket Lab OpEx/Revenue

The Operating Expenses to Revenue Ratio of Rocket Lab (RKLB) as of Oct 22, 2026 is 72.45 %. In the previous year, Operating Expenses to Revenue Ratio was 70.14 % — a change of 3.30% (higher).

OpEx/Revenue

72.45 %

YoY

3.30%

Last updated:

Operating Expenses to Revenue Ratio of Rocket Lab is 2025 72.45 % . Operating Expenses to Revenue Ratio of Rocket Lab was 2024 70.14 % . It decreases by 3.30% higher compared to the previous year.

The Rocket Lab OpEx/Revenue history

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OpEx/Revenue
Date
OpEx/Revenue
Jan 1, 2019
26.30 USD
Jan 1, 2020
122.68 USD
Jan 1, 2021
160.93 USD
Jan 1, 2022
73.08 USD
Jan 1, 2023
93.00 USD
Jan 1, 2024
70.14 USD
Jan 1, 2025
72.45 USD
The Rocket Lab OpEx/Revenue history
YEAROpEx/RevenueYoY
72.45 %+3.30%
70.14 %-24.58%
93.00 %+27.26%
73.08 %-54.59%
160.93 %+31.18%
122.68 %+366.54%
26.30 %—

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Rocket Lab Stock analysis

What does Rocket Lab do? Rocket Lab USA, Inc. generates revenue through its Launch Services segment, which offers dedicated mission and ride share launch services to customers in the space and defense industries. The company's Space Systems segment provides spacecraft design, manufacturing, and mission operations, including spacecraft components like reaction wheels, star trackers, and solar panels. Customers include government agencies and commercial entities seeking reliable access to space for satellite deployment and other missions. The firm's products are tailored for the space economy, with a focus on small and medium-class rockets and spacecraft solutions. The company's business model relies on selling launch services and spacecraft components to clients who require specialized space access. Its two segments—Launch Services and Space Systems—work together to deliver end-to-end solutions, from rocket manufacturing to on-orbit management. The firm's offerings are designed for both government and commercial space programs, with a strong emphasis on reliability and efficiency in spacecraft development and deployment. Rocket Lab's revenue streams are primarily derived from mission contracts for rocket launches and spacecraft manufacturing. The company's spacecraft components, such as magnetic torque rods and command and control software, are sold as part of comprehensive solutions for satellite and space missions. These products are marketed to clients in the space and defense sectors who need advanced technology for their space operations. Rocket Lab is one of the most popular companies on Eulerpool.

Frequently Asked Questions about Rocket Lab stock

Operating Expenses to Revenue Ratio of Rocket Lab is 72.45 % in 2025.

Operating Expenses to Revenue Ratio of Rocket Lab changed from 70.14 % to 72.45 %, representing a 3.30% change. The value is higher than the previous year.

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The OpEx/Revenue ratio measures total operating expenses as a percentage of revenue. Declining ratios suggest improving operational leverage.

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