Short seller allegations: Social media buzz around Quantum Computing Inc. intensified following a short seller's report claiming the company's foundry was merely a conference room and highlighting minuscule revenue against a multi-billion-dollar market cap. Critics pointed to executive stock sales and anonymous clients, fueling skepticism about the firm's photonic quantum computing ambitions.
Bullish rebuttals emerge: Defenders countered by emphasizing partnerships with NASA, major banks, and defense firms, alongside the recent NeuraWave platform launch for AI applications. Discussion also spotlighted a prior EPS beat and substantial cash reserves ahead of earnings on May 7, positioning the stock as the bargain in the quantum sector.
Technical optimism persists: Traders noted potential breakout patterns and high short interest, drawing parallels to sympathy plays from POET collaborations. Amid the noise, portfolios continue to feature QUBT in quantum-themed allocations, reflecting ongoing interest despite the divide.
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Quantum Computing Inc. Insider Trading Activity
Quantum Computing Inc. insiders have traded $QUBT stock on the open market 3 times in the past 6 months. Of those trades, 0 have been purchases and 3 have been sales.
Here’s a breakdown of recent trading of $QUBT stock by insiders over the last 6 months:
- CHRISTOPHER BRUCE ROBERTS (CFO and General Counsel) has made 0 purchases and 2 sales selling 78,262 shares for an estimated $614,499.
- MILAN BEGLIARBEKOV (Chief Operating Officer) sold 2,860 shares for an estimated $33,891
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Quantum Computing Inc. Hedge Fund Activity
We have seen 172 institutional investors add shares of Quantum Computing Inc. stock to their portfolio, and 124 decrease their positions in their most recent quarter.
Here are some of the largest recent moves:
- ALYESKA INVESTMENT GROUP, L.P. removed 6,216,819 shares (-92.6%) from their portfolio in Q4 2025, for an estimated $63,784,562
- BLACKROCK, INC. added 6,210,723 shares (+59.5%) to their portfolio in Q4 2025, for an estimated $63,722,017
- MAREX GROUP PLC added 5,945,679 shares (+255.6%) to their portfolio in Q4 2025, for an estimated $61,002,666
- ANSON FUNDS MANAGEMENT LP removed 5,373,455 shares (-100.0%) from their portfolio in Q4 2025, for an estimated $55,131,648
- VANGUARD GROUP INC added 4,643,818 shares (+38.1%) to their portfolio in Q4 2025, for an estimated $47,645,572
- GHISALLO CAPITAL MANAGEMENT LLC removed 4,030,092 shares (-100.0%) from their portfolio in Q4 2025, for an estimated $41,348,743
- CITADEL ADVISORS LLC removed 4,018,564 shares (-62.7%) from their portfolio in Q4 2025, for an estimated $41,230,466
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Quantum Computing Inc. Analyst Ratings
Wall Street analysts have issued reports on $QUBT in the last several months. We have seen 3 firms issue buy ratings on the stock, and 0 firms issue sell ratings.
Here are some recent analyst ratings:
- Rosenblatt issued a "Buy" rating on 01/15/2026
- Ascendiant Capital issued a "Buy" rating on 12/22/2025
- Lake Street issued a "Buy" rating on 11/17/2025
To track analyst ratings and price targets for Quantum Computing Inc., check out Quiver Quantitative's $QUBT forecast page.
Quantum Computing Inc. Price Targets
Multiple analysts have issued price targets for $QUBT recently. We have seen 6 analysts offer price targets for $QUBT in the last 6 months, with a median target of $18.0.
Here are some recent targets:
- Nehal Chokshi from Northland Capital Markets set a target price of $20.0 on 04/20/2026
- John McPeake from Rosenblatt set a target price of $22.0 on 03/03/2026
- Troy Jensen from Cantor Fitzgerald set a target price of $10.0 on 03/03/2026
- Edward Woo from Ascendiant Capital set a target price of $25.0 on 12/22/2025
- Antoine Legault from Wedbush set a target price of $12.0 on 12/17/2025
- Max Michaelis from Lake Street set a target price of $16.0 on 11/17/2025
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