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NASDAQ:ARQQ News 16 December 2025 - 1 February 2026

Quantum computing stocks: IonQ, Rigetti Computing, D-Wave Quantum slide 7%-9% — what to watch next week

Quantum computing stocks: IonQ, Rigetti Computing, D-Wave Quantum slide 7%-9% — what to watch next week

Quantum computing stocks fell sharply Friday, with IonQ down 7.5%, Rigetti 8.4%, D-Wave 8.6%, Quantum Computing Inc 9.0%, and Arqit Quantum 8.9%. IonQ disclosed share issuances tied to its Skyloom and Seed Innovations acquisitions in a recent SEC filing. U.S. markets are closed for the weekend. The Feb. 6 jobs report and Big Tech earnings are the next major events.
1 February 2026
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Quantum computing stocks tumble into weekend: IonQ, Rigetti, D-Wave slide as rate jitters bite

Quantum computing stocks tumble into weekend: IonQ, Rigetti, D-Wave slide as rate jitters bite

Quantum computing stocks fell 7%–9% Friday, outpacing the Nasdaq’s 0.94% drop after U.S. producer prices rose 0.5% in December and Donald Trump named Kevin Warsh as his Fed chair pick. IonQ slid 7.5%, Rigetti 8.4%, D-Wave 8.6%, Quantum Computing Inc 9.0%, and Arqit 8.9%. Investors await a House funding vote Feb. 2 and jobs data Feb. 6.
31 January 2026
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Quantum Computing Stocks Slide in Premarket After D-Wave’s $550 Million Quantum Circuits Deal

Quantum Computing Stocks Slide in Premarket After D-Wave’s $550 Million Quantum Circuits Deal

New York, January 8, 2026, 06:15 EST — Premarket Quantum computing stocks were lower in U.S. premarket trading on Thursday after D-Wave Quantum said it had agreed to buy Quantum Circuits in a $550 million deal, sending its shares down 3.5% to $30.20. IonQ fell 1.9%, Rigetti slipped 0.8%, Quantum Computing Inc dropped 4.0% and Arqit Quantum eased 2.1%. Traders focused on the dilution math as much as the headline price tag, with the sector prone to sharp swings and fast reversals. An SEC filing showed the stock portion will be priced off a 10-session volume-weighted average price (VWAP), with
8 January 2026
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Quantum Computing Stocks Pull Back Into the Weekend: IonQ, D-Wave, Rigetti and QUBT Slide as Investors Size Up 2026 Catalysts

Quantum Computing Stocks Pull Back Into the Weekend: IonQ, D-Wave, Rigetti and QUBT Slide as Investors Size Up 2026 Catalysts

NEW YORK, Dec. 27, 2025, 12:40 p.m. ET — Market closed (weekend). Quantum computing stocks are ending the week on a cautious note after a sharp Friday pullback, even as the broader U.S. market remains close to record levels in what’s typically a thinly traded, post-holiday stretch. In the latest regular session (Friday, Dec. 26), several of the most-followed “pure-play” quantum names fell meaningfully, underscoring the sector’s defining trait for investors: extreme sensitivity to sentiment, liquidity, and narrative shifts—especially during year-end trading conditions. As of Friday’s close, IonQ (IONQ) finished around $46.00 (-7.6%), D-Wave Quantum (QBTS) near $25.29 (-8.1%), Rigetti
27 December 2025
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Quantum Stocks Today in the U.S. Stock Market: IONQ, QBTS, RGTI, QUBT and ARQQ Move on Jefferies Coverage and Deal News (Dec. 16, 2025)

Quantum Stocks Today in the U.S. Stock Market: IONQ, QBTS, RGTI, QUBT and ARQQ Move on Jefferies Coverage and Deal News (Dec. 16, 2025)

NEW YORK — Dec. 16, 2025 (early afternoon ET) — Quantum computing stocks are back in the spotlight Tuesday as a fresh wave of Wall Street coverage lands on the sector and deal news adds another catalyst for the most speculative names. The headline driver: Jefferies initiated coverage on key “pure-play” quantum computing companies, handing Buy ratings to IonQ (IONQ) and D-Wave Quantum (QBTS) while starting Rigetti (RGTI) at Hold. Investing.com The moves are happening even as the broader market trades with a cautious tone after economic data, with IonQ specifically highlighted among notable movers on the day. Barron’s Quantum stocks snapshot (U.S.-listed) — prices as of ~2:26
16 December 2025
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Broadcom Stock Gets a Google AI Spend Lift as Jefferies Sees 60% Upside

Broadcom Stock Gets a Google AI Spend Lift as Jefferies Sees 60% Upside

7 February 2026
Google raised its 2026 capital expenditure forecast to $175 billion–$185 billion, with most spending expected on data-center chips. Broadcom shares rose about 2% after the announcement, while Nvidia and AMD slipped. Jefferies reiterated a buy rating on Broadcom, maintaining a $500 price target, implying a 62% upside from Wednesday’s close.
No $2,000 IRS stimulus check is coming in February 2026 — but Trump’s tariff-check talk keeps the rumors alive

No $2,000 IRS stimulus check is coming in February 2026 — but Trump’s tariff-check talk keeps the rumors alive

7 February 2026
The IRS has not announced new federal stimulus payments for February 2026, and Congress has not approved fresh checks. Trump told NBC he is considering $2,000 tariff rebate checks but has not committed, saying any payout would likely come later in 2026. The IRS warns taxpayers to ignore texts and emails about “stimulus payments” and verify notices through official channels.
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