We recently published 10 Stocks Shining Bright Amid Wall Street’s Dull Spell. IonQ Inc. (NYSE:IONQ) is one of the top performers on Tuesday. IonQ grew its share prices by 7.81 percent on Tuesday to close at $49.67 each as investors took heart from an investment firm’s bullish rating for its stock. In a market note on the same day, Jefferies issued a “buy” recommendation for IonQ Inc. (NYSE:IONQ) at a price target of $100 apiece. The figure marked a 101 percent upside potential from its latest closing pri ...

We recently published 10 Stocks Shining Bright Amid Wall Street’s Dull Spell. D-Wave Quantum Inc. (NYSE:QBTS) is one of the top performers on Tuesday. D-Wave Quantum bounced back on Tuesday from two straight days of losses, jumping 7.50 percent to finish at $25.52 apiece as investors took heart from an investment firm’s bullish stance for the stock. In a market report, Jefferies issued a “buy” recommendation on shares of D-Wave Quantum Inc. (NYSE:QBTS), alongside a price target of $45. The figure marked ...

As the new year approaches, it's not hard to imagine that many risk takers are wondering what the next move will be in the fast-paced field of quantum computing. ...

Close-up of a quantum computing chip. Key Points The quantum computing industry is still in its developmental stage, with no clear winners in terms of profitability. After selloffs this fall interrupted a major rally, some investors have sought to trim exposure to the industry. Choosing between leading candidates like D-Wave, Rigetti, IonQ, and Quantum Computing will depend on risk tolerance and whether an investor might prioritize cash position, revenue performance, technological advances, or other co ...

Key Takeaways WDC stock up 195% in six months, beating storage peers, the tech sector, and the broader market.WDC is benefiting from AI-led data-center demand, record HDD shipments and multi-year commitments.WDC boosted returns with buybacks, dividends and advancing ePMR & HAMR qualification through 2027.Western Digital Corporation’s (WDC) shares have skyrocketed 194.6% over the past 6 months, outpacing the 65.5% return in the Zacks Computer-Storage Devices industry. The stock has also outperformed the Zack ...

Analysts at Jefferies and Wedbush Securities initiate coverage of IonQ, Rigetti Computing, and D-Wave Quantum. ...

Core Insights - ASP Isotopes has received all necessary regulatory approvals for the acquisition of Renergen, allowing the scheme to proceed [1][2] - The acquisition aims to create a global leader in the production of critical materials, including helium and isotopically enriched gases, with significant synergies expected from 2026 [3][4] - Positive operational progress has been reported at Renergen's Virginia Gas Project, with a production update anticipated by the end of January 2026 [4] Company Overview - ASP Isotopes is focused on developing technology for isotope production, utilizing proprietary Aerodynamic Separation Process technology [5] - The company plans to enrich isotopes for various sectors, including healthcare, technology, and nuclear energy [5][6] - There is a growing demand for specific isotopes for applications in quantum computing and green energy [6] Acquisition Details - Renergen shareholders will receive 0.09196 new ASP Isotopes shares for each share held, as part of the acquisition scheme [1] - The implementation of the scheme will commence upon receipt of a compliance certificate from the South African Takeover Regulation Panel, expected around December 18, 2025 [2] - The merger is expected to create a vertically and horizontally integrated supply chain with substantial geographic and customer overlap [3]

Core Insights - U.S. stock markets have experienced a significant rally in 2023, largely driven by advancements in artificial intelligence, with notable performance from non-tech companies as well [1][2] Group 1: Company Highlights - General Motors Co. (GM) holds a 17% market share as the top-selling U.S. automaker, benefiting from strong demand across its brands and a 10% year-over-year sales increase in China [6][7] - GM's software and services division generated $2 billion in revenue by the end of Q3 2025, with 11 million OnStar subscribers, indicating a shift towards software-led growth [7] - Robinhood Markets Inc. (HOOD) is seeing improved trading activity and higher net interest income, with a focus on product diversification to enhance its market position [10][11] - Expedia Group Inc. (EXPE) operates a robust platform that connects travelers and suppliers, leading to stable demand and increased gross bookings, supported by a strong brand portfolio [13][14] - Dillard's Inc. (DDS) is enhancing its customer base through store and online improvements, with a focus on fashionable merchandise driving traffic and better-than-expected earnings [15][16] - Five Below Inc. (FIVE) is experiencing strong momentum with traffic gains and improved marketing effectiveness, leading to an upward revision of its full-year sales expectations to $4.62-$4.65 billion [18][19] Group 2: Financial Performance and Projections - GM has an expected revenue growth rate of -0.3% and an earnings growth rate of 12.9% for the next year, with a 0.5% improvement in the Zacks Consensus Estimate for earnings [8] - HOOD's expected revenue and earnings growth rates are 21% and 17.9%, respectively, with a 1.8% improvement in the earnings estimate [12] - EXPE's expected revenue and earnings growth rates are 6.3% and 20.8%, respectively, with a 3.2% improvement in the earnings estimate [14] - DDS has an expected revenue growth rate of 0.7% and an earnings decline of -8.2%, with a 5.3% improvement in the earnings estimate [17] - FIVE's expected revenue and earnings growth rates are 8.6% and 5.6%, respectively, with a 1.3% improvement in the earnings estimate [20]

Industry Overview - The quantum computing industry is currently generating $1 billion in revenue, with projections indicating potential growth to $198 billion by 2040 according to Jefferies [1][2] - Mizuho Securities also predicts significant growth in the quantum computing sector, estimating the market could reach $205 billion by 2035, likening it to the early GPU era [4] Company Ratings - Jefferies has initiated coverage on three companies in the quantum industry: D-Wave Quantum (NYSE:QBTS) and IonQ (NYSE:IONQ) both rated as Buy, and Rigetti Computing (NASDAQ:RGTI) rated as Hold [3] - The industry is supported by investments from governments and major tech companies, including Alphabet Inc. and IBM [3] Financial Performance - D-Wave Quantum reported Q3 results showing 100% revenue growth to $3.8 million, with a GAAP gross profit increase of 156% to $2.7 million and a gross margin of 71.4% [6] - IonQ reported Q4 revenue of $39.9 million, exceeding analyst estimates by 47.8%, and raised its full-year 2025 revenue guidance to $106–110 million, surpassing previous estimates [6] Stock Performance - Year-to-date, D-Wave Quantum's stock surged by 165.56%, while IonQ's stock increased by 15.24% [7]

HOBOKEN, N.J., Dec. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Quantum Computing Inc. ("QCi" or the "Company") (Nasdaq: QUBT), an innovative, quantum optics and integrated photonics technology company, today announced a leadership update with the appointment of Dr. Yuping Huang as Chief Executive Officer ("CEO"), effective January 1st, 2026. Dr. Huang was appointed as QCi's Interim CEO on April 11, 2025. This appointment comes as part of QCi's ongoing focus on growth and scaling its quantum photonics systems for industrial ...