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D-Wave Quantum

(NYSE:QBTS)

Rating:63Neutral
Price Target:
$17.00
▲(6.25%Upside)
D-Wave Quantum's overall score is driven by strong positive sentiment from recent earnings and growth in revenue, despite financial challenges such as negative profitability and cash flows. Technical indicators support a bullish outlook, but valuation remains a concern due to ongoing losses.
Positive Factors
Financial Performance
QBTS reported a stellar quarter, nicely beating expectations driven by its first ever system sale to Julich.
Revenue Growth
Accelerating hardware sales signal a strengthening momentum and a growing interest for on-prem quantum hardware solutions, which has potential to significantly pull forward the revenue growth trajectory.
Strategic Partnerships
The memorandum of understanding with South Korea's Yonsei University and Incheon Metropolitan City is seen as a significant strategic step that validates D-Wave's technology on a global stage.
Negative Factors
Bookings Decline
Management reported bookings of $1.6 million, representing a 64% year-over-year decrease relative to 2024.
Cash Burn Concerns
The balance sheet ended with a strong cash position, which is estimated to be more than sufficient to bridge profitability, even with a peak cash burn next year.

D-Wave Quantum (QBTS) vs. SPDR S&P 500 ETF (SPY)

D-Wave Quantum Business Overview & Revenue Model

Company DescriptionD-Wave Quantum Inc. develops and delivers quantum computing systems, software, and services worldwide. The company offers Advantage, a fifth-generation quantum computer; Launch, a quantum computing onboarding service; Ocean a full suite of open-source programming tools; and Leap, a cloud-based service that provides real-time access to a live quantum computer, as well as access to Advantage, hybrid solvers, the Ocean software development kit, live code, demos, learning resources, and a vibrant developer community. It also provides D-Wave Launch, a quantum professional service that guides enterprises from problem discovery through in-production application deployment. The company's quantum solutions are used in artificial intelligence, materials sciences, drug discovery, scheduling, cybersecurity, fault detection, and financial modeling. It serves manufacturing and logistics, financial services, life sciences, and other industries. D-Wave Quantum Inc. is based in Burnaby, Canada.
How the Company Makes MoneyD-Wave Quantum makes money primarily through the sale of its quantum computing systems and related services. The company's revenue streams include direct sales of quantum hardware, subscription fees for access to its Leap quantum cloud service, and professional services for clients looking to develop specific quantum applications. D-Wave also partners with research institutions and commercial enterprises to foster the development of quantum applications, which can lead to additional revenue through collaborative projects and consulting services. Strategic partnerships and collaborations are significant factors contributing to D-Wave's earnings, as they help expand the company's market reach and application base.

D-Wave Quantum Earnings Call Summary

Earnings Call Date:May 08, 2025
(Q1-2025)
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% Change Since: 132.22%|
Next Earnings Date:Aug 07, 2025
Earnings Call Sentiment Positive
The earnings call reflects a strong positive sentiment driven by record financial performance, technical achievements, and commercial progress. However, challenges such as decreased bookings and limited interest from the US Government were noted.
Q1-2025 Updates
Positive Updates
Record Quarterly Revenue
D-Wave reported a record Q1 revenue of $15 million, a significant increase of 509% from the previous year's Q1 revenue of $2.5 million.
Strong Financial Position
The company closed the quarter with a record $304 million in cash, providing a solid financial position to achieve profitability.
Quantum Supremacy Achievement
D-Wave's 1200 qubit prototype Advantage2 quantum computer demonstrated quantum supremacy by performing a complex simulation in minutes, which would take nearly 1 million years on a supercomputer.
Advancements in Quantum Computing
The Advantage2 system has achieved milestones such as calibrated 4,400+ qubit processors, increased coherence time, and enhanced qubit connectivity, showing impressive performance gains.
Commercial Progress with Ford Otosan
Ford Otosan developed a hybrid quantum application in production, improving scheduling time for 1,000 vehicles from 30 minutes to less than five minutes.
Significant Gross Margin Improvement
GAAP gross margin for the first quarter was 92.5%, up from 67.3% in the previous year, driven by higher-margin system sales.
Negative Updates
Decrease in Bookings
Bookings for the first quarter were $1.6 million, a decrease of 64% from the previous year's first-quarter bookings of $4.5 million.
Limited US Government Interest
The US Government shows less interest in annealing quantum systems compared to other governments, presenting a challenge for expanding in the US market.
Dependency on System Sales
The company's gross margin improvement is strongly tied to system sales, which may not be consistent quarter over quarter.
Company Guidance
During the Q1 FY2025 earnings call, D-Wave highlighted significant financial and technical achievements. The company reported record quarterly revenue of $15 million, a substantial increase from $2.5 million in Q1 FY2024, driven by the sale of an Advantage2 system. The cash position at the end of the quarter was a robust $304 million, believed to be sufficient to reach profitability. Gross margins also improved significantly, with non-GAAP gross margin increasing to 93.6% from 76.6% in the previous year. The quarter's net loss decreased to $5.4 million, down from $17.3 million in the prior year, marking the lowest quarterly loss since D-Wave became a public company. Key technical milestones included the demonstration of quantum supremacy, advancements in the Advantage2 system, and new developments in blockchain and AI applications. The company also reported increased interest and engagement from customers, including Ford Otosan and Japan Tobacco, as they move towards production applications.

D-Wave Quantum Financial Statement Overview

Summary
D-Wave Quantum shows strong revenue growth but faces financial pressure due to persistent losses and negative cash flows. While the balance sheet reflects a strong cash position, profitability and cash flow generation are significant concerns.
Income Statement
35
Negative
D-Wave Quantum shows a consistent increase in total revenue over the years, with a notable growth of 142% in TTM compared to the previous year. However, the company is struggling with profitability, as evidenced by negative net income and EBIT margins. The EBIT margin is significantly negative at -332%, and the net profit margin stands at -618% for TTM, indicating high operational and financial challenges.
Balance Sheet
40
Negative
The balance sheet reflects a strong cash position with substantial cash and cash equivalents, which has improved significantly over recent periods. However, the stockholders' equity has fluctuated, showing negative equity in previous years but has improved to a positive $207 million in the TTM. The debt-to-equity ratio is low at 0.04, suggesting minimal leverage, but the company's equity ratio is relatively healthy at 64% in TTM.
Cash Flow
30
Negative
Operating cash flow remains negative, indicating ongoing cash burn, with free cash flow also in the negative. The free cash flow has worsened to -$52 million in TTM compared to the previous period. The cash flow from financing activities is robust, highlighting reliance on external financing to support operations, but free cash flow to net income ratio remains unfavorable.
Breakdown
TTMDec 2024Dec 2023Dec 2022Dec 2021Dec 2020
Income StatementTotal Revenue
21.36M8.83M8.76M7.17M6.28M5.16M
Gross Profit
17.78M5.56M4.62M4.25M4.53M4.25M
EBIT
-71.00M-77.22M-80.55M-59.46M-31.78M-19.44M
EBITDA
-133.60M-138.05M-80.83M-49.03M-34.36M-14.06M
Net Income Common Stockholders
-131.99M-143.88M-82.72M-38.97M-34.07M-18.25M
Balance SheetCash, Cash Equivalents and Short-Term Investments
304.32M177.98M41.31M7.07M9.48M21.34M
Total Assets
325.60M199.85M59.36M26.95M32.61M47.46M
Total Debt
8.09M38.38M72.65M18.99M21.17M4.66M
Net Debt
-296.24M-139.60M31.34M11.93M11.69M-16.68M
Total Liabilities
118.21M137.21M83.84M33.12M29.59M14.73M
Stockholders Equity
207.39M62.65M-24.48M-6.17M3.02M32.73M
Cash FlowFree Cash Flow
-52.18M-44.75M-61.28M-45.72M-36.80M-30.08M
Operating Cash Flow
-49.80M-42.64M-60.65M-45.23M-34.80M-29.29M
Investing Cash Flow
-2.43M-3.14M-630.00K-498.00K-2.00M-789.00K
Financing Cash Flow
328.80M182.45M95.64M43.27M24.91M43.14M

D-Wave Quantum Technical Analysis

Technical Analysis Sentiment
Positive
Last Price16.00
Price Trends
50DMA
11.66
Positive
100DMA
9.20
Positive
200DMA
6.13
Positive
Market Momentum
MACD
1.14
Positive
RSI
52.59
Neutral
STOCH
17.84
Positive
Evaluating momentum and price trends is crucial in stock analysis to make informed investment decisions. For QBTS, the sentiment is Positive. The current price of 16 is below the 20-day moving average (MA) of 16.96, above the 50-day MA of 11.66, and above the 200-day MA of 6.13, indicating a neutral trend. The MACD of 1.14 indicates Positive momentum. The RSI at 52.59 is Neutral, neither overbought nor oversold. The STOCH value of 17.84 is Positive, not indicating any strong overbought or oversold conditions. Overall, these indicators collectively point to a Positive sentiment for QBTS.

D-Wave Quantum Risk Analysis

D-Wave Quantum disclosed 61 risk factors in its most recent earnings report. D-Wave Quantum reported the most risks in the "Finance & Corporate" category.
Finance & Corporate - Financial and accounting risks. Risks related to the execution of corporate activity and strategy
Latest Risks Added 0 New Risks

D-Wave Quantum Peers Comparison

Overall Rating
UnderperformOutperform
Sector (62)
Financial Indicators
Name
Overall Rating
Market Cap
P/E Ratio
ROE
Dividend Yield
Revenue Growth
EPS Growth
63
Neutral
$5.00B-154.89%121.61%-13.50%
62
Neutral
$11.96B10.09-7.50%3.10%7.33%-8.11%
58
Neutral
$10.05B-52.11%69.92%-79.18%
56
Neutral
$3.56B-85.28%-28.38%-29.15%
55
Neutral
$2.99B-30.47%45.57%-35.70%
* Technology Sector Average
Performance Comparison
Ticker
Company Name
Price
Change
% Change
QBTS
D-Wave Quantum
15.55
14.39
1240.52%
QUBT
Quantum Computing
19.79
19.18
3144.26%
IONQ
IonQ
38.04
30.83
427.60%
RGTI
Rigetti Computing
11.48
10.50
1071.43%

D-Wave Quantum Corporate Events

Business Operations and Strategy
D-Wave Quantum Partners with Yonsei University for Quantum Advancement
Positive
Jun 17, 2025

On June 17, 2025, D-Wave Quantum Inc. announced a memorandum of understanding with Yonsei University and Incheon Metropolitan City to promote quantum computing in South Korea. This collaboration aims to advance research, talent development, and commercial use cases in biotechnology and materials science, and includes plans for acquiring a D-Wave Advantage2 system at Yonsei University. The partnership is seen as a strategic move to establish Incheon as a global quantum hub and further D-Wave’s mission of accelerating global quantum computing adoption.

The most recent analyst rating on (QBTS) stock is a Buy with a $2.25 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on D-Wave Quantum stock, see the QBTS Stock Forecast page.

Executive/Board ChangesShareholder Meetings
D-Wave Quantum Elects New Directors at Annual Meeting
Neutral
Jun 11, 2025

On June 5, 2025, D-Wave Quantum Inc. held its annual meeting of stockholders, where Steven M. West, Kirstjen Nielsen, and Roger Biscay were elected as Class III directors to serve until 2028. Additionally, the appointment of Grant Thornton LLP as the independent registered public accounting firm for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2025, was ratified. The Board also appointed Sharon Holt to replace Steven M. West as chair of the Nominating and Governance Committee and Roger Biscay to replace Kirstjen Nielsen as a member of the Committee, effective immediately after the meeting.

The most recent analyst rating on (QBTS) stock is a Buy with a $2.25 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on D-Wave Quantum stock, see the QBTS Stock Forecast page.

Private Placements and FinancingBusiness Operations and Strategy
D-Wave Quantum Enters $400M Sales Agreement
Positive
Jun 10, 2025

On June 10, 2025, D-Wave Quantum Inc. entered into a sales agreement with several financial agents, allowing the company to sell up to $400 million in common stock. The proceeds from these sales are intended for general corporate purposes, including capital expenditures and potential acquisitions, supporting the company’s path to profitability.

The most recent analyst rating on (QBTS) stock is a Buy with a $2.25 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on D-Wave Quantum stock, see the QBTS Stock Forecast page.

Private Placements and Financing
D-Wave Quantum Secures $15.3 Million from Warrant Exercise
Positive
Jun 4, 2025

Between May 30, 2025, and June 3, 2025, D-Wave Quantum Inc. secured approximately $15.3 million from the exercise of 1.33 million warrants for common stock at $11.50 each. This followed a previous receipt of $80.5 million on May 29, 2025, from the exercise of 7 million warrants, linked to the company’s merger with DPCM Capital, Inc. on August 5, 2022, indicating a significant capital influx to support its operations.

The most recent analyst rating on (QBTS) stock is a Buy with a $8.50 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on D-Wave Quantum stock, see the QBTS Stock Forecast page.

Private Placements and Financing
D-Wave Quantum Secures $80.5 Million from Warrant Exercise
Positive
May 30, 2025

On May 29, 2025, D-Wave Quantum Inc. received approximately $80.5 million from the exercise of about 7 million warrants to purchase common stock at $11.50 per warrant. These warrants were part of the company’s merger with DPCM Capital, Inc. on August 5, 2022, reflecting a significant financial influx that could impact its operations and market positioning.

The most recent analyst rating on (QBTS) stock is a Buy with a $2.25 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on D-Wave Quantum stock, see the QBTS Stock Forecast page.

Product-Related AnnouncementsBusiness Operations and Strategy
D-Wave Quantum Launches Advanced Advantage2 System
Positive
May 20, 2025

On May 20, 2025, D-Wave Quantum Inc. announced the general availability of its Advantage2TM quantum computing system, a significant advancement in the quantum computing industry. The Advantage2 system, featuring D-Wave’s most advanced quantum processor, is designed to solve complex problems beyond the capabilities of classical computers, offering benefits such as increased qubit connectivity, higher energy scale, and greater coherence. This release marks a milestone for D-Wave as it expands its fleet of quantum computers globally, with applications in national security-focused research and collaborations with supercomputing centers to enhance AI and quantum optimization breakthroughs.

The most recent analyst rating on (QBTS) stock is a Buy with a $2.25 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on D-Wave Quantum stock, see the QBTS Stock Forecast page.

Product-Related AnnouncementsBusiness Operations and Strategy
D-Wave Quantum CEO Discusses Quantum Supremacy on Fox
Positive
May 12, 2025

On May 12, 2025, D-Wave Quantum Inc. announced that its CEO, Dr. Alan Baratz, was interviewed on Fox Business’ The Claman Countdown, where he discussed the company’s recent achievements, including a quantum supremacy demonstration. This demonstration highlighted the Advantage2 quantum computer’s ability to outperform a leading supercomputer in a complex materials simulation, capturing the attention of the supercomputer community and national labs globally. Dr. Baratz also mentioned the long lead times in system sales due to their high costs, ranging from $20-$40 million. D-Wave sees annealing quantum computing as a key driver for commercial adoption, particularly for optimization problems prevalent in modern enterprises.

The most recent analyst rating on (QBTS) stock is a Buy with a $2.5000 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on D-Wave Quantum stock, see the QBTS Stock Forecast page.

Executive/Board ChangesBusiness Operations and Strategy
D-Wave Quantum Updates Executive Severance Policy
Neutral
May 7, 2025

On May 1, 2025, D-Wave Quantum Inc. implemented a severance policy for its executives, including Alan Baratz, John Markovich, and Diane Nguyen, which outlines severance benefits in the event of qualifying terminations. This policy requires a participation agreement that replaces any previous severance terms in their employment agreements. The policy details benefits for both Qualifying Non-CIC and CIC Terminations, including cash severance, bonus payments, and COBRA coverage. Additionally, on May 6, 2025, D-Wave amended the employment agreements of these executives to align with the new severance policy, indicating a strategic move to standardize executive compensation and benefits.

Product-Related AnnouncementsBusiness Operations and Strategy
D-Wave Quantum Completes Quantum System Assembly in Alabama
Positive
Apr 23, 2025

On April 23, 2025, D-Wave Quantum Inc. and Davidson Technologies announced the completion of the physical assembly of a D-Wave Advantage2 annealing quantum system at Davidson’s headquarters in Huntsville, Alabama. This milestone marks a significant step in their partnership, positioning Alabama as a key player in the U.S. quantum infrastructure landscape. The Advantage2 system, the first on-premises annealing quantum computer in the state, aims to develop quantum optimization applications for national defense and other mission-critical challenges. The installation is part of a multi-year collaboration, with Davidson investing in research and talent development to deploy hybrid quantum-classical solutions. The system is expected to enhance Alabama’s leadership in advanced technology and national defense innovation.

Business Operations and Strategy
D-Wave Quantum and Japan Tobacco Complete Quantum AI Project
Positive
Mar 31, 2025

On March 31, 2025, D-Wave Quantum Inc. and Japan Tobacco Inc.’s pharmaceutical division completed a joint proof-of-concept project using quantum computing and AI in drug discovery. This collaboration enhanced large language models with a quantum-hybrid workflow, enabling the production of novel molecular structures. The project demonstrated the potential benefits of quantum computing in generative AI for drug discovery by providing higher quality, lower energy samples. Additionally, on the same date, D-Wave and Ford Otosan announced the deployment of a hybrid-quantum application in vehicle manufacturing, improving production sequencing for the Ford Transit line. This application showcased quantum computing’s real-world impact in automotive manufacturing, highlighting its ability to optimize processes beyond classical computing capabilities.

Product-Related AnnouncementsBusiness Operations and Strategy
D-Wave Quantum Expands Quantum Optimization Offerings
Positive
Mar 31, 2025

On March 31, 2025, D-Wave Quantum Inc. announced initiatives to boost the adoption of its quantum optimization offerings at the Qubits 2025 user conference. The company introduced updates to its hybrid quantum solvers, including support for continuous variables with linear interactions, expanding the range of real-world problems they can address. This development aims to meet the growing demand from end users, ISVs, SIs, and resellers. D-Wave is also broadening its quantum optimization use cases, enhancing applications in workforce scheduling, production scheduling, logistics routing, offer allocation, portfolio optimization, and maintenance repair operations. The announcement highlights D-Wave’s role in addressing complex optimization challenges and its partnerships with organizations like NTT DOCOMO and Ford Otosan, showcasing the practical impact of quantum computing in various industries.

Product-Related AnnouncementsBusiness Operations and Strategy
D-Wave Quantum Unveils Quantum Blockchain Architecture
Positive
Mar 20, 2025

On March 20, 2025, D-Wave Quantum Inc. announced the publication of a research paper introducing a novel blockchain architecture that leverages quantum computing techniques from its quantum supremacy demonstration. The architecture, featuring a ‘proof of quantum’ algorithm, aims to enhance blockchain security and efficiency by using quantum computation to generate and validate blockchain hashes. This development could significantly reduce the electricity required for blockchain operations, potentially lowering costs by up to a factor of 1,000. D-Wave successfully demonstrated this architecture across four cloud-based annealing quantum computers in Canada and the U.S., marking the first-ever instance of distributed quantum computing for blockchain. The company plans to continue developing this capability and work with partners to bring products based on this new architecture to market.

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