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Sign InRocket Lab (RKLB) shares extended their rally with a 30% surge to hit fresh record highs following the announcement of the largest launch deal in the company's history. This surge builds on a record backlog of $2.2 billion, which significantly outperformed Wall Street estimates. Market analysts have linked the stock's stellar performance to speculative interest in President Trump's "Golden Dome" project and broader sector momentum tied to SpaceX IPO expectations. The company's operational strength was further evidenced by first-quarter sales exceeding forecasts and a sequential backlog growth of over 20%. These catalysts, combined with a record number of launch contracts, have solidified investor confidence in the company's scaling capabilities. Rocket Lab continues to demonstrate its dominant position in the aerospace sector amid evolving geopolitical and market conditions.