Should you buy IonQ stock now?
No, the technical signal for IonQ is currently SELL. IonQ trades at $40.72 as of 8/6/2026. The overall technical signal is: Strong Sell. The technical analysis shows the following: MACD is negative (bearish trend) at -2.687 with rising momentum (signal: -4.028); RSI is at 48.7 (neutral zone); the stock is in a short-term uptrend (price above the 20-day average); the analyst price target of $68.41 points to 68.0% upside. The stock is in a broader downtrend (below SMA50/SMA200). Buying in a downtrend is generally not recommended. This is a technical observation based on current data, not investment advice.
What is the price target for IonQ stock?
The average analyst price target for IonQ is $68.41. The current price is $40.72, which gives an upside of 68.0%. Based on this, the stock is considered undervalued. The fair value range (±10% of the price target) is between $61.57 and $75.25.
Is IonQ a dividend stock?
No, IonQ does not currently pay a dividend to shareholders. The company reinvests its profits in growth instead of paying dividends.
What is the risk of IonQ stock?
IonQ is rated as a stock with extreme risk. the annual standard deviation is 95.3%, which classifies the stock as extreme risk.
Is IonQ overvalued?
No, IonQ is considered undervalued based on the analyst price target (68.0% upside). IonQ has the following valuation ratios: a P/E ratio of 99.3 (highly valued), a P/S ratio of 83.2, a P/B ratio of 2.7. The analyst price target suggests that the stock is undervalued by 68.0%.
Is IonQ overbought?
No, IonQ is not overbought. RSI is at 48.7 (neutral zone). The technical indicators show: RSI is at 48.7 (neutral zone between 30-70), which signals neither overbought nor oversold. In addition, the price is 10.2% above the 20-day average (short-term uptrend). In addition, MACD is negative, but momentum is rising (possible trend reversal).
When is the next IonQ earnings report?
The date of the next earnings report for IonQ has not been published yet. Check the company's investor calendar for updates.
Is IonQ shorted?
Yes, IonQ is shorted with 12.7% of the free float sold short. This is a very high level of short selling, which points to considerable bearish sentiment. A positive earnings report or unexpectedly good news can trigger a short squeeze with sharp price gains. Data is updated daily based on official filings with the SEC.
Are insiders buying IonQ stock?
No, insiders are not buying IonQ shares – they are net sellers. Across the last 20 reported transactions, the split is 2 purchases and 18 sales, with a net 21,729,006 $ sold. Active sellers include John W Raymond, Robert T Cardillo, Gabrielle B Toledano and others. Insider selling can have several explanations (e.g. planned 10b5-1 sales, portfolio diversification or taxes), but sustained selling by several insiders is worth watching closely.
Is IonQ a good stock?
Based on our total score, IonQ is rated as a mediocre stock with a total score of 42 out of 100. The stock scores around average on value, quality and momentum – it sits near the median in our database. The score is made up of Value: 17/100, Quality: 97/100, Momentum: 12/100. In addition: analysts see 68.0% upside to the price target; technical signal: Strong Sell. Whether IonQ is a good investment depends on your time horizon, risk profile and portfolio. This is a data-driven observation, not investment advice.
What is the outlook for IonQ stock?
The outlook for IonQ based on current data: the average analyst price target is $68.41 (+68.0%); the stock is in a downtrend (below SMA50 and SMA200); the P/E ratio is 99.3 (high – the market expects growth). Keep in mind that stock prices are affected by many factors, including earnings reports, the economy and market sentiment. Past returns are no guarantee of future returns.
Why is IonQ stock rising?
IonQ is rising right now. The technical indicators show: the price is 10.2% above the 20-day average; short interest is 12.7% (high – many are betting on a decline); insiders have mostly been selling the stock recently. For the latest context, see our technical analysis, insider section and news overview above.
How high can IonQ go?
The average analyst price target for IonQ is $68.41, which corresponds to a potential gain of 68.0% from the current price of $40.72. Keep in mind that price targets are estimates, not guarantees. Actual price moves depend on earnings, market conditions and unexpected events.
How low can IonQ fall?
We lack enough history to give a specific floor for IonQ. Remember: past price swings are no guarantee for the future — a stock can fall further than the last 52 weeks suggest, especially on profit warnings, sector crises or a market crash. Use stop-loss orders and spread your portfolio to limit losses in single stocks.
What does IonQ do?
IonQ, Inc. engages in the development of general-purpose quantum computing systems in the United States. It sells access to quantum computers of various qubit capacities. The company makes access to its quantum computers through cloud platforms, such as Amazon Web Services (AW... The company belongs to the Teknologi sector, more specifically the Computer Hardware industry, is headquartered in USA, and is traded on the USA Stocks. See the key figures, earnings history and price development above to evaluate IonQ as an investment.
Did IonQ raise or lower its guidance?
Over the last 60 days we have not registered a guidance raise or cut from IonQ. The company can still adjust its guidance at quarterly reports or between reports — see the earnings history and the news overview above.
Is IonQ making money or losing money?
Yes, IonQ is making money, not losing it. The company has a profit margin (the share of revenue left over as profit) of 174.9% — which is excellent. At a P/E ratio of 99.3, you currently pay 99.3 dollars for every dollar of the company's annual earnings. A consistently profitable company is usually more resilient than growth stocks that are not yet making money.
Can IonQ go bankrupt?
The bankruptcy risk of IonQ is rated as low. Altman Z2 (a model for assessing financial distress) is 5.25 — that places the company in the healthy zone. The company has a healthy balance sheet with limited debt relative to earnings and assets. The Piotroski score (financial health 0-9, higher is better) is 5 — which is average. Debt relative to equity is 32% (low). Remember: models like Altman Z2 are statistical — unexpected shocks (fraud, a sector collapse, lawsuits) can always happen. Spread your portfolio.
Does IonQ have a lot of debt?
No, IonQ has low debt relative to equity. The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E — interest-bearing debt to equity) is 32%. For the teknologi sector, anything below 80% counts as low debt. Note: D/E levels are highly sector-specific — a bank at 300% debt is normal, a tech stock at 300% is extremely leveraged. Always compare with similar companies in the same sector.
