Space Stocks In June Gloom: Rocket Lab, Redwire, Firefly Fade While SpaceX Steals The Show

Space stocks spent June in a "blow‑off then hangover" pattern, with many high‑flyers giving back big chunks of their 2026 gains just as SpaceX (NASDAQ:SPCX) stole the spotlight with its blockbuster IPO.

Benzinga • Jun 25, 2026

RDW vs. AVAV: Which Aerospace & Defense Stock Boasts More Potential?

Redwire and AeroVironment are tapping defense and space demand, but one stock stands out with steadier estimates, better valuation and stronger performance.

Zacks Investment Research • Jun 25, 2026

Redwire Stock Has Fallen Over 40% -- Here Is What Investors Need to Know

Redwire shares have had a strong run to start the year, but are down by more than 40% over the last month. Investors are concerned about the company's need to keep raising money and the dilution they are facing.

The Motley Fool • Jun 24, 2026

Ukraine Launches Its Largest Ever Attack on Russia: Drone ETFs in Spotlight

Ukraine's largest drone attack on Russia spotlights military drone makers and ETFs like JEDI as demand for unmanned systems accelerates.

Zacks Investment Research • Jun 23, 2026

Space Stocks Back Down To Earth

The many space stocks that rocketed higher ahead of the SpaceX IPO earlier this month have since fallen back down to earth. On average, these stocks were up 99% year-to-date at the close on June 11th when SpaceX priced its shares at $135. Along with SpaceX still being up 14.5% from its IPO price, just one other stock out of 28 is up since the SPCX IPO.

Seeking Alpha • Jun 23, 2026

Why Redwire Stock Keeps Dropping

SpaceX is raising a rumored $20 billion in cash via a bond offering. SpaceX already raised more than $80 billion at its IPO.

The Motley Fool • Jun 22, 2026

Redwire Stock Is Up 80% in 2026. Is It Too Late to Buy?

The company has expanded beyond being a space infrastructure provider to defense technology following its acquisition of Edge Autonomy. It reported strong first-quarter results, fueled by orders in its defense segment and a significant increase in its backlog.

The Motley Fool • Jun 20, 2026

Is Redwire Expanding Its Presence in the Growing ISR Market?

RDW is expanding its ISR push with advanced EO/IR sensors and airborne systems built for surveillance, reconnaissance and tough environments.

Zacks Investment Research • Jun 19, 2026

Redwire vs. Rocket Lab: Which Space Stock Is a Better Buy in 2026?

Redwire provides critical spacecraft components and mission-critical hardware to civil and national security customers. Rocket Lab offers a comprehensive suite of launch services and satellite manufacturing solutions.

The Motley Fool • Jun 18, 2026

Redwire: New Contracts Support The Bull Case

Redwire has seen significant volatility, with shares halving from the recent highs. RDW's Q1 revenues surged 58% year-over-year to $97 million, but gross margins remain thin, raising profitability concerns. Management forecasts $450 million–$500 million in 2025 revenues, well above the annualized Q1 pace, but persistent GAAP losses and a $500 million ATM offering are hurdles.

Seeking Alpha • Jun 17, 2026