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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.
Quantum computing stocks slide into weekend: D-Wave, Rigetti, IonQ retreat as filings and Fed week loom

Quantum computing stocks slide into weekend: D-Wave, Rigetti, IonQ retreat as filings and Fed week loom

D-Wave Quantum fell 6.5% to $25.63 Friday, leading declines in U.S.-listed quantum computing stocks. Rigetti dropped 5.9%, IonQ 4.3%, and Quantum Computing Inc 4.4%. D-Wave’s recent SEC filings fueled dilution concerns, while Rigetti’s India order and analyst upgrade drew attention. Traders now await the Federal Reserve meeting and new earnings reports next week.
Quantum computing stocks surge to start 2026: D-Wave, Rigetti, IonQ lead — what investors watch next

Quantum computing stocks surge to start 2026: D-Wave, Rigetti, IonQ lead — what investors watch next

Pure-play quantum computing stocks jumped 4%–8% Friday, far outpacing the Russell 2000’s 1.1% gain. D-Wave Quantum closed up 7.6%, Quantum Computing Inc 7.3%, Rigetti 6.6%, and IonQ 4.3%. The rally came as investors rotated into higher-risk names at the start of 2026. Focus shifts to CES 2026 demos and next week’s U.S. jobs report.
Rigetti stock today: RGTI steadies as Fed minutes and year-end flows keep quantum names jumpy

Rigetti stock today: RGTI steadies as Fed minutes and year-end flows keep quantum names jumpy

Rigetti Computing shares rose 0.3% to $22.34 Tuesday afternoon after swinging 3% intraday. IonQ gained 1.2% and D-Wave Quantum advanced 1.6%, while the broader market was flat. Trading was thin ahead of year-end, with investors rotating within technology. The Federal Reserve’s December minutes showed policymakers split on further rate cuts.

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  • Webjet Shares Drop to Record Low as Travel Bookings Decline and Virgin Australia Cuts Commissions
    May 19, 2026, 11:16 PM EDT. Webjet (ASX: WEB) shares hit a record low following a sharp fall in travel bookings amid the Middle East war. The online travel agency reported underlying earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortisation (EBITDA) of $28.1 million for the year to March 31, a decline driven by reduced flight sales. Virgin Australia's decision to cut commission rates further pressures Webjet's future earnings. The company noted the first seven weeks of the new financial year have been even more challenging, reflecting ongoing travel industry uncertainties and geopolitical risks impacting consumer demand for flights.

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Wall Street Hit by Yield Jolt With Nvidia Up Next

Wall Street Hit by Yield Jolt With Nvidia Up Next

20 May 2026
U.S. stock ETFs remained lower late Tuesday after Wall Street’s main indexes fell for a third straight session, pressured by rising Treasury yields and caution ahead of Nvidia’s earnings. The SPDR S&P 500 ETF dropped 0.7% to $733.73. The 10-year Treasury yield hit 4.687%, its highest since January 2025, before easing. Nvidia shares slipped 0.7% after hours, with traders bracing for a major move post-earnings.
Viavi Stock Drops After $500 Million Share Sale Plan — The Debt Move Investors Can’t Ignore

Viavi Stock Drops After $500 Million Share Sale Plan — The Debt Move Investors Can’t Ignore

20 May 2026
Viavi Solutions shares dropped 7.1% in after-hours trading Tuesday after the company announced a $500 million public stock offering aimed at repaying debt. The offering, unveiled just after the Nasdaq close, could add roughly 10.1 million new shares. Viavi plans to use proceeds to pay down a $450 million loan. Total debt would fall to $650 million, according to a preliminary SEC filing.
Analog Devices Shares Rally After $1.5B AI Power Deal Ahead of Earnings

Analog Devices Shares Rally After $1.5B AI Power Deal Ahead of Earnings

20 May 2026
Analog Devices agreed to acquire Empower Semiconductor for $1.5 billion in cash, sending ADI shares up 1.36% to $419.95 in after-hours trading after closing down 1.02%. The deal, approved by both boards, is expected to close in the second half of 2026 pending regulatory review. Empower CEO Tim Phillips will continue to lead integrated voltage regulator work after the merger.
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