Quantum Computing Stock (QUBT) Drops 10% After Private Placement Announcement
Quantum Computing Inc. (QUBT) shares fell over 10% in pre-market trading following the announcement of a $500 million private placement. The oversubscribed offering involves the sale of 26.9 million shares to institutional investors, including a first-time investment from a global alternative asset manager. Proceeds will accelerate commercial deployments and fund strategic acquisitions.
The decline contrasts sharply with Friday's 26.8% surge, which came after Lake Street Capital initiated coverage with a $24 price target. Analyst Max Michaelis positioned QUBT as a prime vehicle for exposure to quantum computing's growth potential, though today's selloff reflects typical market reactions to dilution events.