Rocket Lab launches up to $1.94B ATM program to fund Iridium acquisition, announces HSR clearance

Filed August 13, 2026 · Period ending August 13, 2026 · ~1 min read

Key Changes

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  Rocket Lab established a up to $1.94B at-the-market equity program to fund cash payments for the Iridium acquisition and reduce bridge debt commitments. The program replaces a prior May 2026 ATM, carrying forward the unsold amount.

  Item 8.01 — Other Events verify on EDGAR →
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  HSR antitrust waiting period for the Iridium acquisition expired August 12, 2026. Rocket Lab filed Form S-4 to register shares for Iridium shareholders and submitted FCC applications for license transfers.

  Item 7.01 — Regulation FD Disclosure verify on EDGAR →
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  Rocket Lab intends to amend Iridium's existing $1.775B term loan to keep it in place post-acquisition, reducing reliance on the $3.6B bridge facility at more favorable rates. Lender consent required.

  Item 7.01 — Regulation FD Disclosure verify on EDGAR →