Recent discussions on X about IonQ, Inc. (IONQ) have been fueled by the company's latest strides in quantum computing and networking, particularly a breakthrough in photon frequency conversion that some believe could be a stepping stone to a quantum internet. Enthusiasm is palpable among many users who are captivated by the potential for this technology to transform data transmission, with the stock's recent climb to an all-time high adding to the excitement. However, not all sentiments are glowing, as concerns about the sustainability of the company's high market cap amidst operational hurdles are also circulating.
Further stirring the conversation is IonQ's acquisition of Vector Atomic, a move seen by some on X as a strategic expansion into quantum sensing and defense-grade technology. While many are optimistic about the company’s milestones, including a record-breaking algorithmic qubit score, others remain skeptical, pointing to issues like system reliability and downtime as red flags. The debate continues to unfold, reflecting a polarized but highly engaged community tracking this quantum computing pioneer.
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 329 institutional investors add shares of IonQ, Inc. stock to their portfolio, and 132 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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