Why is QBTS Up Today?

QBTS
$17.80
▲ +9.37% (+$1.67)
Last updated: Sep 17, 2026 8:31 PM ET (108 min ago)

About D-Wave Quantum Inc.

D-Wave Quantum Inc is in the development and delivery of quantum computing systems, software, and services, and it is the commercial supplier of quantum computers and the only company building both annealing quantum computers and gate-model quantum computers. It delivers customer value with practica...

Sector: SERVICES-COMPUTER PROCESSING & DATA PREPARATION
Market Cap: $8.77B
Forward P/E: -102.5
52-Week Range: $12.75 - $46.75
Employees: 220

Overall Confidence: 65%

65% Confident

Based on news, social sentiment, options activity, and sector analysis

SYMPATHY 60% Confidence
🎯 Outperforming sector by 9.2%
This stock is significantly outperforming its SERVICES-COMPUTER PROCESSING & DATA PREPARATION sector peers, suggesting a stock-specific catalyst.

✅ Move Confirmation

MODERATE VOLUME 1.1x average volume

NORMAL - This move is backed by significant volume and appears sustainable.

📍 Sector Context

SERVICES-COMPUTER PROCESSING & DATA PREPARATION sector: +0.2%

QBTS is outperforming its sector by 9.2%. This suggests a stock-specific catalyst.

Market Comparison

QBTS is significantly outperforming the market (+8.2% vs SPY)
S&P 500
SPY
+1.13%
Nasdaq 100
QQQ
+1.73%
QBTS
This Stock
+9.37%
vs S&P 500: +8.24%
vs Nasdaq: +7.64%

📊 What Happens Next?

Probability Analysis

45% chance this move continues in the next 1-3 days

Expected Range

Based on historical patterns and options pricing, QBTS is expected to trade between:
$17.44 - $18.33

Key Level to Watch

$18.68 resistance
Watch for continuation above $17.80

Quick Trade Ideas

Options strategies to consider for QBTS's 9% move

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Last updated: Sep 17, 2026 8:31 PM (108 minutes ago)
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Options Market Insight

Bullish
Options Sentiment
0.59
Put/Call Ratio
96.7%
Implied Volatility
Call Volume: 43,165
Put Volume: 25,354
Total: 68,519
Unusual Activity: $20 PUT (4,319 vol) $17 CALL (4,160 vol) $18 CALL (3,602 vol)

Historical Context

QBTS has moved more than 3.0% up on 68 occasions in the past year.

50.0%
Continuation Rate
34/68 times continued up
+0.8%
Avg Next Day Change
After similar up moves
Last similar move: Sep 08, 2026 (6.6%) → Next day: -3.1%

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is QBTS stock up today?

This stock is significantly outperforming its SERVICES-COMPUTER PROCESSING & DATA PREPARATION sector peers, suggesting a stock-specific catalyst.

Is QBTS stock a buy or sell right now?

Based on current analysis, QBTS shows 65% confidence in today's move. Volume is moderate which supports the trend. View full buy/sell analysis →

What is the QBTS stock price target?

QBTS is currently trading at $17.80. Based on today's momentum, the expected short-term range is $17.44 - $18.33. See long-term price prediction →

Will QBTS stock continue rising?

Our analysis shows a 45% probability that QBTS's move continues in the next 1-3 days. Key level to watch: $18.68 (resistance).

Is QBTS stock oversold or overbought?

QBTS's RSI (Relative Strength Index) is currently at 49.4. This shows bearish momentum - the stock has negative momentum but isn't oversold yet.

What is the momentum for QBTS stock?

QBTS's 10-day momentum indicator is at 1.2. Positive momentum - the stock has mild upward pressure supporting the current trend.

Is QBTS outperforming or underperforming the market?

QBTS (+9.37%) is currently significantly outperforming the market (+8.2% vs SPY). Today, the S&P 500 (SPY) is up 1.13%, and Nasdaq (QQQ) is up 1.73%.

What does MACD indicate for QBTS?

QBTS's MACD (-0.7) is currently above the signal line (-0.78), indicating a bullish trend. This technical signal suggests buying pressure is dominant. The trend strength (ADX: 16.4) is weak.

Is QBTS in an uptrend or downtrend?

Based on moving average analysis, QBTS is in a mixed/transitional trend. The price and moving averages are not clearly aligned, suggesting a potential trend change or consolidation phase. 20-day SMA: $17.43, 50-day SMA: $18.41.

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