https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/rocket-lab-stock-tumbles-as-first-neutron-launch-slips-to-2027Continuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/rocket-lab-stock-tumbles-as-first-neutron-launch-slips-to-2027https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/rocket-lab-stock-tumbles-as-first-neutron-launch-slips-to-2027#u131825Sun, 18 Oct 2026 12:45:08 +0000Rocket Lab shares fell after the company confirmed that the debut flight of its reusable medium-lift Neutron rocket has been pushed to 2027. The delay stems from a manufacturing flaw discovered during production involving the first-stage propellant dome. Financial institutions including KeyBanc and Clear Street responded to the schedule setback by cutting their price targets for the stock. The postponed timeline affects the company's efforts to capture market share in the commercial launch sector, raising concerns among investors regarding ongoing capital expenditures.Why it mattersThe Ne