## Filing Overview
**Filing Date**: 2021-11-09
**Type of Filing**: [[Filing Definitions#10-Q|10-Q]]
**Reporting Period**: Quarter ended September 30, 2021
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## Notes
- Rocket Lab USA, Inc. reported a net loss of **$87.97 million** for the quarter and **$120.52 million** for the nine months ended September 30, 2021.
- Revenue for the quarter was **$5.29 million**, compared to **$10.67 million** for the same period in 2020. The decrease is primarily due to changes in customer demand and timing.
- Operating expenses increased significantly to **$39.84 million** from **$10.96 million** in the same quarter of 2020, driven by higher research and development, selling, and administrative costs.
- As of September 30, 2021, Rocket Lab reported **$792.66 million** in cash and cash equivalents, largely due to proceeds from the Business Combination and PIPE financing.
### Key Financial Metrics:
- **Gross Loss**: $(12.45) million for Q3 2021.
- **Net Loss Per Share**: $(0.39) basic and diluted for Q3 2021.
### Business Updates:
- Completion of the Business Combination on August 25, 2021, generating net proceeds of **$730.45 million**.
- Remaining performance obligations totaled **$183.07 million**, with 52% expected to be recognized within 12 months.
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## Filing
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