Could Buying Rocket Lab Stock Today Set You Up for Life?

Rocket Lab announced an $8 billion acquisition of Iridium Communications to expand into satellite mobile communications and compete with SpaceX's Starlink. Despite trading 32% below its all-time high, the stock is up 187% over the past year. The company exceeded Q1 earnings expectations with 63.5% year-over-year sales growth. While the acquisition carries integration risks, analysts suggest the combined business could deliver significant returns for long-term investors, though the stock remains high-risk.