SKYT
SkyWater Technology, Inc. · Technology · Semiconductors
Last
$29.45
−$1.38 (−4.49%) 4:00 PM ET
After hours $29.40 −$0.05 (−0.16%) 4:16 AM ET
Prev close $30.83
Open $29.91
Day high $30.05
Day low $29.14
Volume 1,058,144
Avg vol 2,596,639
Mkt cap
$1.43B
P/E ratio
11.41
FY Revenue
$346.59M
EPS
2.58
Gross Margin
23.28%
Sector
Technology
AI report sections
SKYT
SkyWater Technology, Inc.
SkyWater Technology exhibits strong positive price momentum, with the stock trading near the upper end of its 52-week range and above key moving averages. Fundamentals show rapid revenue and earnings growth but also thin operating margins and negative free cash flow, indicating a business still investing heavily and not yet generating substantial cash. Short interest and pattern signals point to heightened positioning and volatility risk around a bullish breakout backdrop.
AI summarized at 6:08 PM ET, 2026-01-04
AI summary scores
INTRADAY: 72 SWING: 78 LONG: 63
Volume vs average
Intraday (cumulative)
−9% (Below avg)
Vol/Avg: 0.91×
RSI
58.71 (Neutral)
Neutral (40–60)
MACD momentum
Intraday
-0.01 (Weak)
MACD: 0.00 Signal: 0.01
Short-Term
-0.25 (Weak)
MACD: 0.18 Signal: 0.44
Long-Term
-0.45 (Weak)
MACD: 2.23 Signal: 2.67
Intraday trend score 52.20

Latest news

SKYT 12 articles Positive: 6 Neutral: 1 Negative: 5
Negative GlobeNewswire Inc. • Halper Sadeh Llc
Halper Sadeh LLC is Investigating Whether MCFT, SKYT, MPX, STKL are Obtaining Fair Deals for their Shareholders

Halper Sadeh LLC, an investor rights law firm, is investigating four companies for potential violations of federal securities laws and breaches of fiduciary duties. The investigations concern MasterCraft Boat Holdings' merger with Marine Products Corporation, SkyWater Technology's sale to IonQ, Marine Products' sale to MasterCraft, and SunOpta's sale to Refresco. The firm is seeking increased consideration, additional disclosures, and other relief on behalf of shareholders.

MCFT SKYT MPX STKL merger investigation shareholder rights fiduciary duty securities law
Sentiment note

Under investigation for potential securities law violations related to sale to IonQ; questions raised about fairness of transaction terms

Negative Benzinga • Prnewswire
SHAREHOLDER ALERT: The M&A Class Action Firm Is Investigating The Merger--MCFT, STKL, MPX, and SKYT

Monteverde & Associates PC, a class action law firm, is investigating four merger and acquisition transactions: MasterCraft Boat Holdings' merger with Marine Products Corporation, SunOpta's sale to Pegasus BidCo B.V., Marine Products' sale to MasterCraft, and SkyWater Technology's sale to IonQ. The firm is seeking shareholders who have concerns about these proposed transactions.

MCFT MPX STKL SKYT class action merger investigation shareholder lawsuit M&A
Sentiment note

Company is subject to class action investigation regarding its sale to IonQ, indicating potential shareholder disputes over deal terms and fairness.

Positive The Motley Fool • Robert Izquierdo
IonQ's Growth Story Is Just Beginning. Here's What Investors Should Know.

IonQ stock has declined 14% year-to-date in 2026 despite strong revenue growth of 222% in Q3, presenting a potential buying opportunity. The company has aggressively expanded through acquisitions to build a vertically integrated quantum computing platform, though mounting operating expenses and a $1.1 billion net loss in Q3 weigh on financials. With a strong balance sheet of $3.5 billion in cash and no debt, IonQ is positioned for continued growth as it scales toward its goal of over a million qubits by 2030.

IONQ IONQ.WS SKYT quantum computing vertically integrated platform acquisitions revenue growth operating losses
Sentiment note

Acquired by IonQ in January 2026 to enhance supply chain and enable faster quantum chip fabrication. As the largest pure-play U.S. semiconductor foundry, this acquisition strengthens IonQ's vertical integration and manufacturing capabilities.

Negative Benzinga • Prnewswire
SHAREHOLDER ALERT: The M&A Class Action Firm Is Investigating The Merger--SKYT, GORO, STEL, and VTYX

Class action law firm Monteverde & Associates PC is investigating four merger transactions: SkyWater Technology's sale to IonQ, Gold Resource Corporation's sale to Goldgroup Mining, Stellar Bancorp's sale to Prosperity Bancshares, and Ventyx Biosciences' sale to Eli Lilly. The firm is seeking shareholders who may have concerns about these proposed deals.

SKYT GORO STEL VTYX merger investigation class action lawsuit shareholder alert M&A
Sentiment note

Company is subject to class action investigation regarding its merger terms, suggesting potential shareholder concerns about deal fairness or valuation

Negative GlobeNewswire Inc. • Halper Sadeh Llc
Halper Sadeh LLC Reminds Shareholders of SKYT, NATH, SNCY, LSTA of the Firm’s Investigations

Investor rights law firm Halper Sadeh LLC is investigating four companies for potential federal securities law violations and breaches of fiduciary duties related to their merger transactions. The firm is seeking increased consideration for shareholders and additional disclosures regarding the proposed deals.

SKYT NATH SNCY LSTA securities law violations fiduciary duties merger investigations shareholder rights
Sentiment note

Company is under investigation for potential securities law violations and breaches of fiduciary duties related to its sale to IonQ, suggesting shareholders may not have received fair consideration.

Negative GlobeNewswire Inc. • Halper Sadeh Llc
Halper Sadeh LLC Encourages STEL, GORO, SKYT Shareholders to Contact the Firm to Discuss Their Rights

Investor rights law firm Halper Sadeh LLC is investigating three companies for potential federal securities law violations and breaches of fiduciary duties related to their proposed acquisitions: Stellar Bancorp's sale to Prosperity Bancshares, Gold Resource Corporation's sale to Goldgroup Mining Inc., and SkyWater Technology's sale to IonQ. The firm is seeking increased consideration for shareholders and additional disclosures.

STEL GORO SKYT securities law violations fiduciary duty breach mergers and acquisitions shareholder rights investor litigation
Sentiment note

Under investigation for potential securities law violations and fiduciary duty breaches related to its acquisition by IonQ, suggesting questions about transaction terms and shareholder protections.

Positive The Motley Fool • Geoffrey Seiler
Is IonQ Stock a Buy After Its Latest Acquisition?

IonQ announced the acquisition of SkyWater Technology, making it the only vertically integrated quantum computing company capable of manufacturing its own chips. The deal provides IonQ with priority access to advanced chip development, faster prototyping, and supply chain control. With SkyWater's U.S.-based fabs and government partnerships, IonQ is positioned to win government quantum computing contracts. However, quantum computing remains speculative and years from commercialization.

IONQ IONQ.WS SKYT TSM quantum computing acquisition vertical integration semiconductor foundry
Sentiment note

SkyWater benefits from the acquisition by gaining a major customer in IonQ while continuing to serve existing clients. The company's U.S.-based fabs and government partnerships are highlighted as valuable assets that enhance IonQ's competitive position.

Positive Benzinga • Anusuya Lahiri
IonQ Buys Chipmaker SkyWater In $1.8 Billion Deal

IonQ Inc. agreed to acquire U.S. chip manufacturer SkyWater Technology Inc. for $1.8 billion ($35 per share: $15 cash and $20 in IonQ stock) to create a vertically integrated quantum platform that will reduce production timelines and costs. The deal aligns with growing federal support for domestic semiconductor and quantum computing manufacturing. IonQ has been actively acquiring companies including Oxford Ionics, Lightsynq Technologies, and Capella Space in 2025.

IONQ IONQ.WS SKYT NVDA quantum computing vertical integration semiconductor manufacturing M&A
Sentiment note

Acquisition at $35 per share represents a premium valuation for the company. SkyWater will continue operations as a subsidiary with existing leadership, providing stability. Stock was up 3.77% in premarket trading following the announcement.

Positive Investing.com • Leo Miller
AI and Quantum’s Next Big Winners: 3 Small-Cap Stocks to Watch in 2026

The article highlights three small-cap stocks in AI and quantum computing with potential growth in 2026: Aehr Test Systems, Photronics, and SkyWater Technology, each offering unique technological advantages in chip testing, photomask manufacturing, and quantum computing development.

AEHR PLAB SKYT AI quantum computing small-cap stocks technology chip manufacturing
Sentiment note

Record quantum computing customer revenue, flexible business model serving multiple quantum computing approaches, and potential for long-term technological adaptability

Positive GlobeNewswire Inc. • N/A
Multibeam Grows International Presence

Multibeam, a leading supplier of E-Beam Lithography systems, has established a new sales presence in Japan to address rising global demand for its technology. The move aligns with the urgent need for faster chip design and manufacturing cycles, and the company's technology is seeing growing interest from various sectors.

SKYT E-Beam Lithography semiconductor advanced packaging photonics MEMS
Sentiment note

Multibeam has shipped its multicolumn EBL production system to foundry leader SkyWater Technology, indicating a strong partnership and potential for further growth.

Neutral GlobeNewswire Inc. • Weebit Nano Limited
Weebit Nano fully qualifies ReRAM module to AEC-Q100 for automotive applications

Weebit Nano has completed AEC-Q100 150°C operation qualification of its Resistive Random-Access Memory (ReRAM) module in semiconductor manufacturer SkyWater Technology's 130nm CMOS process, confirming the quality and reliability of its embedded ReRAM non-volatile memory technology for high-temperature automotive applications.

SKYT Weebit Nano SkyWater Technology ReRAM automotive AEC-Q100
Sentiment note

SkyWater Technology is mentioned as the semiconductor manufacturer that Weebit Nano used for the AEC-Q100 qualification, but the article does not provide any additional information about the company or its performance.

Positive GlobeNewswire Inc. • Greater Msp
Department of Commerce announces preliminary terms with SkyWater Technologies, solidifying Minnesota’s leadership in U.S. semiconductor industry

The U.S. Department of Commerce has signed a preliminary agreement to provide up to $16 million in funding to SkyWater Technology Foundry to modernize its facility in Bloomington, Minnesota. This is part of the CHIPS and Science Act, which aims to boost semiconductor manufacturing in the U.S.

SKYT semiconductor CHIPS Act SkyWater Technology Minnesota
Sentiment note

The article highlights the Department of Commerce's preliminary agreement to provide funding to SkyWater Technology to modernize its facility, which is seen as a positive development for the company and the semiconductor industry in Minnesota.

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