Why Quantum Computing Stock Popped Today

Group 1 - Quantum Computing Inc. (NASDAQ: QUBT) shares increased by 11.6% by 11 a.m. ET on Monday, despite no significant news affecting the stock or the quantum sector [1] - Most quantum stocks have performed well in 2025, but Quantum Computing stock is an exception, with shares down 40% [3] - Quantum Computing specializes in quantum optics and integrated photonics technology, aiming to create affordable quantum machines that operate at room temperature, yet it generates only $500,000 in annual revenue against a market valuation of $2.4 billion [4] Group 2 - Analysts from S&P Global Market Intelligence predict rapid sales growth for Quantum Computing, but forecast only $15 million in revenue by 2027, resulting in a price-to-sales ratio of approximately 163 times, with no expected profits in the foreseeable future [5] - Quantum Computing announced plans to acquire Luminar Semiconductor for $110 million, which the interim CEO described as a significant step towards developing practical quantum solutions [6] - Despite the positive performance of quantum stocks in 2025, Quantum Computing stock has not fared well, and it was not included in a list of the top 10 stocks recommended by The Motley Fool Stock Advisor [7][8]