Rocket Lab stock (NASDAQ:RKLB) slides to merger collar despite Neutron test
Rocket Lab Corporation shares fell 11.2% to $67.63 around midday Thursday. They traded as low as $67.20, below the deal’s $67.50 lower collar.
Rocket Lab Stock’s Slide Exposes the $67.50 Trigger in Its $8 Billion Iridium Deal
Rocket Lab Corporation fell about 5.4% to $76.65 in late trading on Monday, leaving it an 11.9% drop away from a price floor that could reduce what Iridium Communications Inc. investors receive in the planned takeover. Iridium was down 2.9% at $48.62.
Rocket Lab (NASDAQ:RKLB) holds near deal collar as Iridium agreement in focus on Nasdaq open
Rocket Lab Corporation traded higher in premarket Monday, but Iridium Communications Inc. gave a stronger read for deal watchers: IRDM was at $53.75, just under the $54 per share cash-and-stock offer, while Rocket Lab last changed hands at $100.46. These premarket quotes hit before Nasdaq’s regular session, after Friday’s market close for July 4th.
SpaceX (NASDAQ:SPCX) set for $8.3 billion index demand as float stays tight
Space Exploration Technologies Corp heads into Tuesday with index demand still building up around the name, while the float remains small for a stock with a $2.16 trillion market cap. Shares settled at $164.19 on Monday, rising 7.15%. They traded at $163.30 in the premarket ahead of the 9:30 a.m. ET Nasdaq open. The Nasdaq market schedule lists July 3 as the next full closure for Independence Day, with June 30 open for trading.
Rocket Lab surges, adding $8 billion after Iridium deal shifts RKLB cash flow
Rocket Lab Corporation traded at $98.01 in the premarket session Tuesday, up $13.43 from Monday’s close. That quote put the company’s value at $59.3 billion, so the premarket gain added about $8.1 billion in equity value. Nasdaq runs premarket hours from 4:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. ET.
Iridium stock trades above Rocket Lab’s $54 bid as collar math narrows deal spread
Iridium Communications Inc traded through Rocket Lab Corporation’s proposed takeover value before Tuesday’s regular session, a small gap with a large message: the market is giving the target more than the headline cash-stock price while the deal still has a long path to close.
Rocket Lab-Iridium deal puts cash-flow satellites in focus for space stocks in June 2026
Space and satellite stocks faced a tougher test this Monday than the SpaceX-driven rally that kicked off June, as investors started to focus on networks and contracts over just launch schedules. Rocket Lab Corporation said it will buy Iridium Communications Inc. in a deal valued at about $8 billion. The deal brings Rocket Lab access to L-band spectrum, over 2.55 million subscribers and $495 million in 2025 operational EBITDA to fold into its launch and spacecraft operations.
Rocket Lab (NASDAQ:RKLB) to acquire Iridium (NASDAQ:IRDM) in $8B deal
NEW YORK, June 29, 2026, 11:13 EDT. Rocket Lab said it will buy Iridium in an $8 billion deal, moving the satellite race into a new phase as RKLB eyes cash flow from IRDM’s network.
Iridium shares climb with Rocket Lab deal spread at 2.7%, $54 offer in focus
Iridium Communications traded at $52.56 before the market opened Monday, up from its $43.52 finish Friday but still under Rocket Lab’s $54 a share bid in cash and stock. That left a $1.44 discount, or about 2.7% below the offer, with the spread showing what the market sees in terms of deal timing, signoff and risks tied to Rocket Lab shares.
ARK Loads Up on SpaceX Post-IPO, Trims Teradyne, Iridium, Archer
ARK Invest, run by Cathie Wood, ramped up buying in SpaceX after the Elon Musk company started trading publicly, shifting a week of portfolio selling into a new bet on a headline IPO. Investor’s Business Daily said ARK snapped up almost 3.3 million SpaceX shares on the first day. Reuters said SpaceX stock surged 19% in its Nasdaq debut, following a record $75 billion IPO.
Space and Defense Stocks to Watch: Lockheed, Huntington Ingalls Rise Into Holiday Week; AST SpaceMobile Deal in Focus
Lockheed Martin and Huntington Ingalls, the shipbuilder, powered a late Friday rally in U.S. space and defense shares. The gains came as investors eyed new policy cues and geopolitical developments ahead of the long weekend.
Defense and space stocks rally, but Trump’s buyback-dividend squeeze is the next test
Space and defense names trading in the U.S. finished in the green Friday. The market’s focus, though, has shifted—earnings aren’t the spark this time, nor is fresh demand for missiles. Instead, investors are eyeing an upcoming Pentagon list that threatens to restrict buybacks and dividends for contractors failing to meet delivery targets.
Intuitive Machines stock surges 11% after Morgan Stanley turns upbeat on space — what to watch next week
Intuitive Machines shares surged 10.7% on Friday, finishing at $21.58. The stock traded in a range from $19.37 up to $22.395 during the session, with roughly 19.6 million shares changing hands.
Space & Satellite Stocks Today: Rocket Lab (RKLB), Viasat (VSAT), Planet Labs (PL), Spire (SPIR), Iridium (IRDM) and Globalstar (GSAT) — News, Forecasts and Analysis for Dec. 17, 2025
Space and satellite stocks are back in the spotlight on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, as investors juggle a busy mix of government launch schedules, fresh earnings, analyst price targets, and connectivity breakthroughs—all while the broader U.S. market digests shifting expectations for interest rates and policy headlines.
Cathie Wood Sells $40M in Tesla, Keeps Cutting Iridium, and Adds Nurix: What ARK Invest’s Latest Trades Signal on Dec. 15, 2025
Cathie Wood’s ARK Invest is heading into mid-December with a familiar playbook: rotate aggressively, publish the receipts, and keep investors guessing about what “disruptive innovation” looks like in a market that’s re-pricing risk.
Cosmic Show This Weekend: Rare Meteors, Planet Parade & More (Sept 12–13, 2025)
“We’re in a stargazer’s sweet spot,” writes Mark Laurin, an astronomy guide known as “Astro Mark.” “The September sky is full of magic… the night air is still comfortable but with a mere hint of wispy chill” aspentimes.com. Indeed, the nights of September 12–13, 2025 promise a cornucopia of celestial sights. From rare meteors and bright planets to ghostly auroras and satellite flybys, there’s plenty to delight skywatchers worldwide during this period. The following is an up-to-date guide to all the notable sky events and phenomena you can observe on these dates, with expert insights on how to catch them.
Smartphones Reach for the Skies: How Satellite Connectivity Is Revolutionizing Phones & Wearables
Not long ago, the idea of texting from a smartphone to a satellite sounded like science fiction or at least something reserved for clunky satellite phones. But as of 2025, this has become reality for millions of consumers. Mainstream smartphones and even smartwatches can now connect directly to satellites orbiting Earth, allowing basic communication where traditional cell networks fail. This development marks a convergence of the mobile tech industry and the satellite industry, unlocking capabilities that were previously limited to specialized devices.
Global Satellite Phone Showdown: Iridium 9555 vs. Extreme 9575 vs. Extreme PTT – Which One Reigns Supreme?
Satellite phones are lifelines in off-grid adventures, high-seas voyages, remote work sites, and emergency situations. Iridium Communications offers some of the most trusted handsets on the market. Today, we pit the classic Iridium 9555, the rugged Iridium Extreme 9575, and the group-talk enabled Iridium Extreme PTT against each other. Which one comes out on top? You might be surprised! In this in-depth comparison, we’ll dive into full technical specs, design and durability differences, battery life, connectivity, pricing, ideal use cases from emergency to military, expert insights, and the latest news on Iridium’s satellite phone lineup. Let’s get started on this Iridium phone showdown.
Iridium 9575 vs Iridium 9555 vs Thuraya XT Lite Comparison. You Won’t Believe Which Satellite Phone Dominates in 2025
Satellite phones remain indispensable in 2025 for adventurers, sailors, remote workers, and emergency responders who need to stay connected off the grid. Three of the most popular models are the Iridium 9575 Extreme, Iridium 9555, and Thuraya XT-LITE. Each has its own strengths – from the Iridium 9575’s military-grade toughness to the Thuraya XT-LITE’s budget-friendly connectivity. In this comprehensive comparison, we’ll break down their technical specs, assess coverage and performance, share expert and user feedback, and highlight recent news. By the end, you’ll know which satellite phone truly dominates in 2025.
Cosmic Light Show Alert: Meteors, Auroras & Planetary Surprises Dazzle Aug 3–4, 2025
Skywatchers, get ready! The nights of August 3 and 4, 2025 are packed with celestial spectacles – from meteors streaking through summer skies, to a potential aurora glow on the horizon, to a rare planetary meetup and a near-full “Sturgeon Moon.” Here’s your complete guide to what to watch for and why these events are special: