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Quantum Stocks Soar Amid Bubble Concerns and Big Tech Threats

12/2/2025

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Quantum computing stocks, including IonQ, Rigetti Computing, D-Wave Quantum, and Quantum Computing Inc., surged up to 829% in the past year.
Analysts warn of a bubble in 2026 due to high price-to-sales ratios and early commercialization.
Amazon and Microsoft are investing heavily in quantum technology, threatening smaller firms' first-mover advantages.
Despite the excitement, many quantum companies are losing money, fueling concerns about viability.

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Quantum computing stocks, including IonQ, Rigetti Computing, D-Wave Quantum, and Quantum Computing Inc., surged up to 829% in the past year.
Analysts warn of a bubble in 2026 due to high price-to-sales ratios and early commercialization.
Amazon and Microsoft are investing heavily in quantum technology, threatening smaller firms' first-mover advantages.
Despite the excitement, many quantum companies are losing money, fueling concerns about viability.