U.S. quantum computing-related stocks were mixed in early trading as of 10:38 p.m. on the 22nd, Korea time. Among major stocks, decliners outnumbered gainers, while some names posted modest gains, showing a divergent trend.

■ Major Stock Movements

IonQ remained flat. Rigetti Computing fell 0.74%, and Quantum Computing (QUBT) declined 0.73%. In particular, QuantiriX Quantum dropped 7.09%, recording a relatively large decline among major stocks. Pasqal? Holding also fell 1.78%, and Horizon Quantum Holdings was down 2.64%.

However, some stocks rose. Inflection gained 0.21% and Genadu? Quantum Technologies climbed 0.35%, though their gains were limited.

■ Stock-by-Stock Differentiation Rather Than Broad Rally

Rather than a clear across-the-board rally, U.S. quantum computing stocks are showing a distinctly differentiated trend. While some stocks are seeing losses widen, others are holding flat or rising modestly, indicating that investor sentiment is not moving uniformly.

Going forward, attention is focused on how the overall trend of U.S. tech stocks and shifts in investor sentiment may affect quantum computing-related stocks. In particular, highly volatile names could see their swings change depending on intraday buying and selling pressure.

■ Notes for Investors

Current figures are based on intraday trading and may differ from final closing results. Investors need to watch not only individual stock price movements but also major U.S. market indices and the broader tech sector.

While the quantum computing industry is a sector with high expectations for mid- to long-term growth potential, the pace of commercialization, earnings visibility, and valuation burdens are cited as variables investors should continuously monitor. Accordingly, interest is focused on whether quantum computing-related stocks can narrow their intraday losses or rebound in the U.S. market on the 22nd, and whether the stock-by-stock differentiation trend will continue.

※ This article is based on market data provided as of 10:38 p.m. on the 22nd, Korea time, and is not intended as investment advice.