Recent discussions on X about IonQ, Inc. (IONQ) have been sparked by the company’s groundbreaking advancements in quantum computing, particularly a new quantum chemistry algorithm that reportedly outperforms classical methods in atomic-level simulations. Many participants on the platform are captivated by the potential of this technology to transform industries like material science and drug discovery, with some highlighting a significant stock price surge to all-time highs as a sign of investor enthusiasm. However, not all feedback is glowing, as concerns about the algorithm’s real-world validation on quantum hardware linger in the conversation.
The dialogue also touches on IonQ’s broader strides, including developments in quantum networking and telecom-wavelength photon conversion, which some believe could be pivotal for a future quantum internet. Skeptics on X, however, question the sustainability of the stock’s rapid rise amidst a recent $2 billion share sale and operational uncertainties. This dynamic exchange keeps the spotlight on IonQ as a polarizing yet fascinating player in the quantum computing space.
Note: This discussion summary was generated from an AI condensation of post data.
IonQ, Inc. Insider Trading Activity
IonQ, Inc. insiders have traded $IONQ stock on the open market 29 times in the past 6 months. Of those trades, 0 have been purchases and 29 have been sales.
Here’s a breakdown of recent trading of $IONQ stock by insiders over the last 6 months:
- PETER HUME CHAPMAN (Executive Chair) has made 0 purchases and 4 sales selling 6,001,209 shares for an estimated $231,229,952.
- MASI NICCOLO DE (President and CEO) has made 0 purchases and 3 sales selling 2,622,900 shares for an estimated $105,900,928.
- THOMAS G. KRAMER (Chief Financial Officer) has made 0 purchases and 7 sales selling 471,208 shares for an estimated $19,460,492.
- RIMA ALAMEDDINE (Chief Revenue Officer) has made 0 purchases and 4 sales selling 149,952 shares for an estimated $6,302,733.
- INDER M SINGH has made 0 purchases and 3 sales selling 130,961 shares for an estimated $5,291,564.
- KATHRYN K. CHOU has made 0 purchases and 3 sales selling 37,485 shares for an estimated $1,563,531.
- ROBERT T. CARDILLO has made 0 purchases and 2 sales selling 18,831 shares for an estimated $847,769.
- WENDY THOMAS sold 16,696 shares for an estimated $658,296
- PAUL T DACIER (Chief Administrative Officer) sold 4,175 shares for an estimated $185,376
- GABRIELLE B TOLEDANO sold 792 shares for an estimated $32,868
To track insider transactions, check out Quiver Quantitative's insider trading dashboard.
IonQ, Inc. Hedge Fund Activity
We have seen 333 institutional investors add shares of IonQ, Inc. stock to their portfolio, and 133 decrease their positions in their most recent quarter.
Here are some of the largest recent moves:
- MORGAN STANLEY added 15,086,026 shares (+290.2%) to their portfolio in Q2 2025, for an estimated $648,246,537
- D. E. SHAW & CO., INC. removed 3,900,091 shares (-49.1%) from their portfolio in Q2 2025, for an estimated $167,586,910
- VANGUARD GROUP INC added 3,269,482 shares (+15.2%) to their portfolio in Q2 2025, for an estimated $140,489,641
- NORGES BANK added 2,524,895 shares (+1729.7%) to their portfolio in Q2 2025, for an estimated $108,494,738
- CERBERUS CAPITAL MANAGEMENT, L.P. added 2,433,560 shares (+inf%) to their portfolio in Q2 2025, for an estimated $104,570,073
- JPMORGAN CHASE & CO added 2,310,058 shares (+634.1%) to their portfolio in Q2 2025, for an estimated $99,263,192
- BLACKROCK, INC. added 2,227,646 shares (+13.9%) to their portfolio in Q2 2025, for an estimated $95,721,948
To track hedge funds' stock portfolios, check out Quiver Quantitative's institutional holdings dashboard.
IonQ, Inc. Analyst Ratings
Wall Street analysts have issued reports on $IONQ in the last several months. We have seen 5 firms issue buy ratings on the stock, and 0 firms issue sell ratings.
Here are some recent analyst ratings:
- Needham issued a "Buy" rating on 09/17/2025
- Benchmark issued a "Buy" rating on 09/16/2025
- Cantor Fitzgerald issued a "Overweight" rating on 09/15/2025
- Rosenblatt issued a "Buy" rating on 09/15/2025
- B. Riley Securities issued a "Buy" rating on 09/15/2025
To track analyst ratings and price targets for IonQ, Inc., check out Quiver Quantitative's $IONQ forecast page.
IonQ, Inc. Price Targets
Multiple analysts have issued price targets for $IONQ recently. We have seen 7 analysts offer price targets for $IONQ in the last 6 months, with a median target of $70.0.
Here are some recent targets:
- Craig Ellis from B. Riley Securities set a target price of $100.0 on 09/22/2025
- N. Quinn Bolton from Needham set a target price of $80.0 on 09/17/2025
- David Williams from Benchmark set a target price of $75.0 on 09/16/2025
- Kevin Garrigan from Rosenblatt set a target price of $70.0 on 09/15/2025
- Troy Jensen from Cantor Fitzgerald set a target price of $60.0 on 09/15/2025
- Scott Fessler from Morgan Stanley set a target price of $30.0 on 05/08/2025
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