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Day lowLow$7.55
VolumeVol9,568,663
Avg volAvgVol14,943,004
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$1.81B
P/E ratio
-29.37
FY Revenue
$4.33M
EPS
-0.26
Gross Margin
-15.39%
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Quantum Computing Inc.
Quantum Computing Inc. combines rapid top-line growth and a sizeable cash position with very large operating losses and deeply negative free cash flow. Recent price action shows short-term momentum improvement, with the stock rebounding over the past month and trading near its 21-day EMA but medium- and long-horizon returns remain sharply negative within a wide 52-week range. Elevated short interest and a news backdrop tilted toward caution indicate heightened sentiment risk and potential volatility despite constructive near-term technical signals.
AI summarized at 9:42 AM ET, 2025-12-23
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INTRADAY:58SWING:46LONG:28
Volume vs average
Intraday (cumulative)
+3% (Above avg)
Vol/Avg: 1.03×
RSI
38.47(Weak)
Weak (30–40)
0255075100
MACD momentum
Intraday
+0.01 (Strong)
MACD: 0.02 Signal: 0.02
Short-Term
-0.12 (Weak)
MACD: -0.56 Signal: -0.43
Long-Term
-0.17 (Weak)
MACD: -0.54 Signal: -0.37
Intraday trend score
26.58
LOW20.78HIGH26.58
Latest news
QUBT•12 articles•Positive: 6Neutral: 2Negative: 4
NegativeGlobeNewswire Inc.• Kuehn Law, Pllc
Kuehn Law Encourages Investors of Quantum Computing Inc. to Contact Law Firm
Kuehn Law is investigating whether officers and directors of Quantum Computing Inc. (NASDAQ: QUBT) breached fiduciary duties to shareholders through potential self-dealing. The firm is seeking long-term QUBT stockholders to participate in shareholder litigation, offering free consultations with no obligation.
The company is under investigation for potential breaches of fiduciary duties by officers and directors involving self-dealing, which raises serious corporate governance concerns and legal liability risks for shareholders.
NeutralThe Motley Fool• Rick Orford
Quantum Stocks Face a 2028 Cash Test. Here's What Investors Should Know.
Quantum computing stocks including IonQ, IBM, D-Wave, Rigetti, and Quantum Computing Inc. are competing in the quantum computing race, but success may depend less on technology and more on cash runway and dilution risk. The critical test for these companies will be reaching 2028 with sufficient financial resources.
Listed as a competitor in the quantum computing race with no specific commentary; subject to the same cash runway and dilution risk concerns mentioned for all quantum stocks.
PositiveInvesting.com• Jeffrey Neal Johnson
2 Quantum Stocks Are Drawing Capital as AI Infrastructure Hits a Wall
Capital is shifting from AI infrastructure to quantum computing as classical computing faces energy constraints and scalability limits. IonQ and Quantum Computing Inc. are leading the transition with record revenues, aggressive M&A activity, and government backing, though extreme volatility driven by short squeezes and insider selling characterizes these high-beta stocks.
Executed $110M acquisition of Luminar Semiconductor, Q1 revenue surged 9364% to $3.69M, following same vertical integration playbook as IonQ, benefits from federal government backing and defense sector demand, though carries higher short interest (32.6%) creating volatility.
NegativeBenzinga• Erica Kollmann
Quantinuum Stock Opens Above IPO Price, Then Fades
Quantinuum (QNT) debuted on NASDAQ with a 13% pop above its $60 IPO price, opening at $68, but quickly faded to around $62 as sellers stepped in. The quantum computing company raised $1.68 billion from the IPO with 20x oversubscription. However, with 2025 revenue of only $30.9 million against a $192.6 million net loss, the stock's decline from intraday highs reflects investor concerns about the company's burn rate. The IPO sparked a sector rotation, with most quantum computing peers declining.
Stock edged down 1.43% as part of the broader sector rotation away from existing quantum plays.
NegativeBenzinga• Erica Kollmann
Will Quantinuum Lift Other Quantum Stocks — Or Eat Their Lunch?
Quantinuum's IPO on Nasdaq (QNT) at a $14.3 billion valuation raises questions about whether it will boost the entire quantum computing sector or cannibalize existing players like IonQ, D-Wave, and Rigetti. The quantum sector has historically traded as a single basket, but Quantinuum's entry as an institutional-grade, government-backed company with Fortune 500 backing could reshape competitive dynamics and capital allocation within the space.
Smallest pure-play quantum company at $1.67B market cap, most vulnerable to being marginalized by Quantinuum's entry and potential sector consolidation around larger players.
NegativeThe Motley Fool• Rich Smith
Why Does Quantum Computing Stock Keep Going Up?
The Trump Administration announced $2 billion in grants to nine quantum computing companies through the Department of Commerce under the CHIPS and Science Act. Notably, Quantum Computing Inc. (QUBT) was not among the grant recipients, yet its stock surged 44% in three days. The article questions this counterintuitive rally, noting that without a grant, QUBT must continue burning cash at over $42 million annually, making the stock surge illogical.
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Sentiment note
Despite a 44% stock surge in three days, the company was excluded from the $2 billion grant program and must continue burning $42+ million annually without government support, making the stock appreciation unsustainable and illogical.
PositiveInvesting.com• Itai Smidt
S&P 500 Rally Defies Weak Sentiment and Hawkish Fed Signals
The S&P 500 rallied to new highs despite record-low consumer sentiment, hawkish Fed signals, and geopolitical tensions. The market is experiencing a broad rotation from mega-cap AI stocks to semiconductor suppliers, quantum computing names, and space-launch companies. Quantum computing stocks surged following a $2 billion Commerce Department investment, while chip suppliers and AI infrastructure plays outperformed. Yields retreated from recent highs, providing relief to equity multiples and enabling the rally to extend.
Up 14.98% on quantum computing sector momentum from government investment announcement
PositiveBenzinga• Tanya Rawat
Quantum Computing (QUBT) Stock Is Trending Overnight: Here's Why
Quantum Computing Inc. (QUBT) shares surged 19.35% following reports that the Trump administration plans to award approximately $2 billion to quantum computing companies under the CHIPS and Science Act. IBM is expected to receive $1 billion, while GlobalFoundries could receive $375 million. D-Wave Quantum, Rigetti Computing, and Infleqtion are each reportedly set to receive $100 million. The funding aims to strengthen domestic quantum computing capabilities and reduce dependence on foreign supply chains.
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Sentiment note
Stock surged 19.35% in regular trading and 5.78% in after-hours trading following broad sector enthusiasm from the $2 billion quantum computing funding announcement, despite QUBT not being explicitly named as a direct recipient.
PositiveBenzinga• Namrata Sen
Why Are Infleqtion, D-Wave Quantum, Rigetti Computing Shares Surging In Thursday Pre-Market?
The Trump administration announced a $2 billion investment in nine quantum computing companies, sourced from the 2022 Chips and Science Act. IBM will receive $1 billion, GlobalFoundries $375 million, while D-Wave Quantum, Rigetti Computing, and Infleqtion each receive $100 million. The government will take minority equity stakes in each company. Quantum computing stocks surged in pre-market trading on the announcement.
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Sentiment note
Receiving funding as part of the $2 billion quantum computing investment; shares climbed 13.49% in pre-market trading
PositiveBenzinga• Erica Kollmann
Quantum Computing Stock Spikes On Q1 Results: What To Know
Quantum Computing Inc. (QUBT) beat Street estimates in Q1 2026, reporting losses of $0.02 per share versus expected $0.05 loss, and revenue of $3.69 million exceeding the $3.28 million consensus by 12.7%. The strong year-over-year revenue growth was driven by acquisitions of LSI and NuCrypt. The stock surged 16.40% to $11.85 in extended trading.
Company beat both earnings and revenue estimates, demonstrated significant year-over-year revenue growth (from $39k to $3.69M), made strategic acquisitions to drive growth, and stock price surged 16.40% following results announcement. CEO commentary highlights operational progress and market demand for their photonic solutions.
PositiveBenzinga• Prnewswire
Quantum Computing Inc. Reports First Quarter 2026 Financial Results
Quantum Computing Inc. (NASDAQ:QUBT) reported Q1 2026 revenues of $3.7 million, up significantly from $39 thousand in Q1 2025, driven by acquisitions of Luminar Semiconductor and NuCrypt. The company reported a net loss of $4.1 million compared to net income of $17.0 million in the prior year, primarily due to lower derivative liability gains and higher operating expenses. QCi ended the quarter with $1.4 billion in cash and investments and a $16 million contract backlog.
Strong revenue growth (94x increase YoY), successful strategic acquisitions expanding product portfolio and manufacturing capabilities, solid cash position of $1.4 billion, and growing commercial momentum with contract backlog of $16 million. Despite net loss in Q1, the operational progress and strategic positioning in high-growth quantum and photonics markets support positive outlook.
NeutralThe Motley Fool• Catie Hogan
Is Quantum Computing a Buy Right Now?
Quantum Computing (QUBT) has had a volatile 2026, down 8% year-to-date despite launching NeuraWave, a promising photonics-based AI platform. While the technology shows commercial potential and revenue is expected to grow, the company faces significant competition from established giants like Nvidia. With profitability still distant and an important earnings report upcoming, analysts recommend a cautious 'wait and see' approach due to substantial risk and volatility.
While NeuraWave launch is commercially promising and revenue is growing, the stock remains volatile and down significantly over six months. The company faces intense competition from established players, profitability is far off, and the analyst recommends waiting for earnings results before investing. The sentiment reflects both opportunity and substantial risk.
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