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01 Jul 2026, 13:50 UTC · 2h ago

Rocket Lab: The Iridium Deal Changes The Game (Rating Upgrade)

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Rocket Lab: The Iridium Deal Changes The Game (Rating Upgrade)

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Rocket Lab has acquired Iridium to achieve vertical integration and enter the satellite communications application layer. — Transforming from a launch provider to a communications service provider significantly expands the company's addressable market and revenue potential.
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Rocket Lab now gains access to Iridium's L-band spectrum. — Spectrum access is a high-barrier entry requirement that provides a competitive moat in the satellite industry.
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The acquisition provides Rocket Lab with proven EBITDA profitability. — Integrating a profitable entity reduces the financial risk for a high-growth company and improves balance sheet stability.
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