Investors have seen impressive gains in AI stocks, but quantum computing stocks like IonQ, Rigetti Computing, and D-Wave Quantum have outperformed with TTM gains over 6,200%. Analysts predict quantum computing could create $450 billion to $1 trillion in global economic value by 2035-2040.

Institutional investors and hedge funds have sent a sour message to shareholders of IonQ, Rigetti, and D-Wave despite impressive gains. Professional investors are losing faith in these pure-play quantum computing stocks, as shown by their declining ownership percentages in the fourth quarter of 2025.

Quantum computing applications excite investors, with potential for accelerated AI training, improved cybersecurity, and advanced drug development simulations. Early wins like Amazon’s Braket service utilizing IonQ, Rigetti, and D-Wave quantum computers showcase the practical use cases of this emerging technology.

While quantum computing stocks have seen significant growth, concerns arise over high TTM price-to-sales ratios and potential market bubbles. Institutional investors and hedge funds are cautious, signaling that pure-play quantum computing stocks may not be viable investments at this time.

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