SkyWater Technology, Inc. · Technology · Semiconductors
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$29.45
−$1.38 (−4.49%) 4:00 PM ET
After hours$29.40
−$0.05 (−0.16%) 4:16 AM ET
Prev closePrevC$30.83
OpenOpen$29.91
Day highHigh$30.05
Day lowLow$29.14
VolumeVol1,058,144
Avg volAvgVol2,596,639
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Mkt cap
$1.43B
P/E ratio
11.41
FY Revenue
$346.59M
EPS
2.58
Gross Margin
23.28%
Sector
Technology
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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
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INTRADAY:72SWING:78LONG:63
Volume vs average
Intraday (cumulative)
−9% (Below avg)
Vol/Avg: 0.91×
RSI
58.71(Neutral)
Neutral (40–60)
0255075100
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
LOW52.20HIGH80.20
Latest news
SKYT•12 articles•Positive: 6Neutral: 1Negative: 5
NegativeGlobeNewswire 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.
MCFTSKYTMPXSTKLmerger investigationshareholder rightsfiduciary dutysecurities law
Sentiment note
Under investigation for potential securities law violations related to sale to IonQ; questions raised about fairness of transaction terms
NegativeBenzinga• 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.
Company is subject to class action investigation regarding its sale to IonQ, indicating potential shareholder disputes over deal terms and fairness.
PositiveThe 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.
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.
NegativeBenzinga• 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.
Company is subject to class action investigation regarding its merger terms, suggesting potential shareholder concerns about deal fairness or valuation
NegativeGlobeNewswire 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.
SKYTNATHSNCYLSTAsecurities law violationsfiduciary dutiesmerger investigationsshareholder 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.
NegativeGlobeNewswire 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.
STELGOROSKYTsecurities law violationsfiduciary duty breachmergers and acquisitionsshareholder rightsinvestor 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.
PositiveThe 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.
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.
PositiveBenzinga• 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.
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.
PositiveInvesting.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.
Record quantum computing customer revenue, flexible business model serving multiple quantum computing approaches, and potential for long-term technological adaptability
PositiveGlobeNewswire 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.
Multibeam has shipped its multicolumn EBL production system to foundry leader SkyWater Technology, indicating a strong partnership and potential for further growth.
NeutralGlobeNewswire 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.
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.
PositiveGlobeNewswire 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.
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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