IBM just helped HSBC pull off the world's first quantum-powered trades, and its stock is jumping

IBM just helped HSBC achieve a milestone in financial markets. IBM's trial with the bank demonstrated the applications of quantum tech in algorithmic bond trading. The move: IBM stock jumped as much as 5% on Thursday, extending a week of solid gains. Shares of the tech company have risen steadily in 2025, and are up 22% year-to-date. Why: On Thursday, HSBC revealed the results of its quantum computing-enabled algorithmic bond trading trial, powered by IBM's technology. The bank reported a 34% improv ...