What Is One of the Best Quantum Computing Stocks to Own for the Next 10 Years?
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IBM is leading the way.Quantum computing, which leverages the probabilistic nature of quantum physics to accelerate certain types of computations exponentially, may be the next major technological revolution. While quantum computers aren't commercially useful today, a multitude of companies are aggressively pursuing that goal. Image source: Getty Images. Over the next decade, it's possible that quantum computers will be successfully applied to real-world applications as researchers continue to address outstanding challenges, such as error correction. Materials science, logistics, drug discovery, finance, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence are some areas where quantum computing can potentially have a significant impact. While there could be multiple winners, International Business Machines (IBM 1.93%) is the best quantum computing stock to own. The march toward useful quantum computers Earlier this year, IBM disclosed that it was nearing $1 billion in cumulative signings related to quantum computing. The tech giant works with hundreds of partners, including established companies, start-ups, and academic institutions, as it drives toward commercially viable quantum computing. In 2026, IBM plans to demonstrate a clear example of quantum advantage, where a quantum computer paired with traditional computing techniques accelerates real-world scientific computations. The company then expects to develop the first fault-tolerant quantum computer by 2029. At that point, the name of the game will be scaling up a useful number of quantum bits, which IBM anticipates will occur in 2033 and beyond. In November, IBM announced its new Nighthawk quantum processor, which pairs 120 qubits with 218 tunable couplers. Nighthawk will be iterated over the next few years and will play a starring role in the company's plan to demonstrate quantum advantage.Advertisement ExpandNYSE: IBMInternational Business MachinesToday's Change(-1.93%) $-5.84Current Price$296.21Key Data PointsMarket Cap$277BDay's Range$295.87 - $301.8552wk Range$214.50 - $324.90Volume3.4MAvg Vol4.8MGross Margin57.22%Dividend Yield2.27% Pure-play quantum computing companies will need to continually raise funding to sustain operations over the next decade. IBM doesn't have that problem. With a clear roadmap and a long track record of quantum innovations, IBM is an easy choice.Read NextDec 30, 2025 •By Timothy GreenIBM Became an AI Powerhouse in 2025Dec 26, 2025 •By Geoffrey SeilerForget Rigetti Computing: This Quantum Stock Offers a Far Better Risk‑Reward Right NowDec 14, 2025 •By Robert IzquierdoCould the Cognitus Acquisition Be IBM's Most Significant AI Move in Years?Dec 12, 2025 •By Jason HallIBM Makes a Big Acquisition (and Buys My Favorite SaaS Stock): What Investors Need to KnowDec 8, 2025 •By Joe TenebrusoAI Deal Alert: IBM to Acquire Confluent for $11 Billion.
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Before The Motley Fool, Tim was in a doctoral program for computational physics. He holds a bachelor’s degree in physics from Rochester Institute of Technology.TMFBargainBinStocks MentionedInternational Business MachinesNYSE: IBM$296.21 (0.02%) $5.84*Average returns of all recommendations since inception. Cost basis and return based on previous market day close.Advertisement