IonQ: The Only Quantum Stock I'm Considering (Rating Upgrade)
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Julia Ostian6.07K FollowersFollow5ShareSavePlay(13min)Comment(1)SummaryIonQ, Inc. has pivoted to a vertically integrated, full-stack quantum platform, expanding into satellite communications and quantum networking.Recent acquisitions—Skyloom, Seed Innovations, and SkyWater—position IONQ as the first to offer a comprehensive quantum ecosystem, targeting commercial and government clients.Q1 2026 revenue surged 755% YoY to $64.7M, with 60% from enterprises/universities and 35% from multi-product sales, but adjusted EBITDA loss reached $96.8M.With $3.1B in cash and a 67x forward sales multiple, IONQ stock remains high risk but offers substantial upside if integration and commercial traction continue. Jian Fan/iStock via Getty Images Introduction Quantum had become an area of my interest a couple of years ago, when my husband tried to discuss with me the technology and the difficulty behind achieving the desired quantum computer. He isn’t aThis article was written byJulia Ostian6.07K FollowersFollowI write about stocks I’m personally interested in adding to my portfolio. I’m not a professional advisor, but I study business and economics and analyze markets full-time. My writing is meant for both complete beginners — I avoid unnecessary complexity — and advanced readers, as I always aim to offer a distinct and well-reasoned perspective.I also run a YouTube Channel called "The Market Monkeys" and break some of the stocks there as well.Analyst’s Disclosure: I/we have no stock, option or similar derivative position in any of the companies mentioned, and no plans to initiate any such positions within the next 72 hours. I wrote this article myself, and it expresses my own opinions. I am not receiving compensation for it (other than from Seeking Alpha). I have no business relationship with any company whose stock is mentioned in this article. Seeking Alpha's Disclosure: Past performance is no guarantee of future results. No recommendation or advice is being given as to whether any investment is suitable for a particular investor. Any views or opinions expressed above may not reflect those of Seeking Alpha as a whole. Seeking Alpha is not a licensed securities dealer, broker or US investment adviser or investment bank. Our analysts are third party authors that include both professional investors and individual investors who may not be licensed or certified by any institute or regulatory body.