Rocket Lab Short Interest Falls 22% YTD as SpaceX IPO Soars 50%
RKLB•RKLB•RKLB•RKLB•Short interest in Rocket Lab has decreased by 22% year-to-date, reflecting reduced bearish sentiment after SpaceX's IPO removed the need to hedge sector exposure through smaller names. SpaceX's initial trading surge of 50% since its $135 debut has drawn capital away from companies like Rocket Lab.
Rocket Lab’s short interest has fallen 22% year-to-date, indicating reduced bearish bets after investors gained direct exposure through SpaceX. The retreat contrasts with rising shorts in names like AST SpaceMobile and Virgin Galactic, underscoring a rotation away from more speculative providers.
SpaceX’s blockbuster IPO debut at $135 per share and subsequent 50% rally has attracted capital into the sector leader, diminishing reliance on smaller publicly traded companies. Lower borrowing costs of 1%–3% for SpaceX stock have lessened the need for hedging through Rocket Lab positions.
