IonQ's stock rose 9% following a research breakthrough in quantum optimization circuits developed with NVIDIA and partners, improving setup efficiency for quantum machines. This progress sparked gains in peer quantum computing stocks like D-Wave (8%) and Rigetti (7%), though the broader quantum ETF moved modestly, indicating a speculative rally centered on IonQ rather than a sector-wide revaluation. Investors should watch if IonQ's research translates into revenue and sustained growth, as current gains reflect thematic enthusiasm rather than firm customer adoption.
IonQ shares are up 9.91% at USD 40.49 on Pluang as of Sep 17, 2026 23:02 WIB, showing strong investor interest. D-Wave also gained 8.48% to USD 17.65, while Rigetti rose 8.59% to USD 16.06. Despite these gains, D-Wave's Pluang order activity is mostly sell at 97%, contrasting with IonQ's 92% buy activity, highlighting differing investor sentiments within the quantum sector.
IonQ's stock fell 6% after announcing a $2 billion equity offering shortly after its $1.3 billion all-stock acquisition of Elisity, causing investor dilution concerns. The quantum computing sector also saw declines, with D-Wave and Rigetti shares dow...
IonQ is considered a speculative buy with a long-term price target of $50–$60, driven by its Superion 256 chip and collaborations with SkyWater and Nvidia that could enhance scalability and reduce costs. While revenue growth is strong, much of it com...
IonQ announced it will acquire cybersecurity firm Elisity for up to $1.3 billion in an all-stock deal, aiming to boost its security offerings against AI and quantum threats. The acquisition includes performance-based payments and is expected to close...
IonQ's stock fell 9% following its announcement to acquire Elisity, a cybersecurity company, in an all-stock deal valued up to $1.3 billion. The transaction will dilute existing IonQ shareholders as new shares are issued to Elisity's owners. This acq...
IonQ, a quantum computing company, saw its shares fall 5% following its agreement to acquire cybersecurity firm Elisity in an all-stock deal valued at up to $1.3 billion. The acquisition aims to combine IonQ's quantum cryptography capabilities with E...
