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The video analyzes Rigetti Computing (RGTI), a quantum computing company. It highlights a delay in the general availability of their 108-qubit system, Cepheus-1-108Q, to late Q1 2026, due to additional testing and optimization. Despite this, the company achieved 99% median two-qubit gate fidelity on the 108-qubit system. Financially, Rigetti reported a Q3 2025 revenue of $1.9 million, down 21% year-over-year, and an operating loss of $20.5 million. A reported net loss of $201 million was largely attributed to a non-cash derivative warrant liability adjustment. Recent positives include $5.7 million in purchase orders for two 9-qubit Novera systems, expected for delivery in H1 2026, and a $5.8 million, 3-year Air Force Research Laboratory contract for superconducting quantum networking. Risks include continued net losses for five consecutive years, potential dilution from outstanding warrants (16 million potential shares across multiple strike prices), and reliance on development contracts for revenue. Rigetti's long-term strategy depends on sales of QPUs and cloud-based quantum computing as a service, requiring scalable product revenue beyond current development contracts. The stock currently trades around $25.42, with a 60-month beta of 1.70, indicating high volatility. It has seen significant gains over the past two years (2400%). Analyst consensus is a 'Moderate Buy' with a high target price of $51, suggesting potential for the stock to double. However, achieving this requires significant progress in technology readiness and a shift in its revenue model from research-focused to scalable commercial operations.
I will break down Rigetti Computing and explain why this quantum computing stock has investors excited, cautious, and divided at the same time. Rigetti has delivered real technical progress, explosive stock gains, and eye-catching analyst targets, but delays, losses, and dilution create serious risks that cannot be ignored. In this video, I walk through the latest news, financials, catalysts, and risks to help you decide whether Rigetti is a speculative opportunity or a dangerous trap at current levels. Here's what you'll learn Why Rigetti’s 108-qubit delay matters more than the headline suggests The real meaning behind 99% quantum gate fidelity and why it is critical The catalysts that could unlock real commercial revenue The biggest risks holding Rigetti back from profitability Whether a 2x, 3x, or even 5x outcome is realistic by 2030 Skip ahead: 00:00 - Intro 01:40 - Rigetti's Profile 02:39 - Recent News 03:54 - Financials 05:21 - Growth Catalysts 06:40 - Risks and Red flags 08:16 - RGTI's Price 08:48 - Analysts’ Rating and Verdict #Rigetti #RGTI #QuantumComputing #QuantumStocks #TechStocks #HighGrowthStocks #SpeculativeStocks #StockMarket #Investing #FutureTech #RickOrford Grab Your 10 Stock Picks From Stock Advisor: https://fool.com/ricko Discord: https://rickorford.com/join Website: https://rickorford.com Try Barchart's Free Stock Screener: https://rickorford.com/barchart-stocks Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications for more exclusive content! DISCLAIMER: Stock prices used were the market prices of Jan. 19, 2026. The video was published on Jan. 24, 2026. A portion of this video is sponsored by The Motley Fool. Visit https://fool.com/ricko to get access to my special offer. The Motley Fool Stock Advisor returns are 981% as of 12/10/2025 and measured against the S&P 500 returns of 194% as of 12/10/2025. Dividend Aristocrats® is a registered trademark of Standard & Poor's Financial Services LLC. Past performance is not an indicator of future results. All investing involves a risk of loss. Individual investment results may vary, not all Motley Fool Stock Advisor picks have performed as well. On the date of publication, Rick Orford did not have (either directly or indirectly) positions in any of the securities mentioned in this video. This video is for educational purposes only and not financial advice. Always do your own research and consult with a financial advisor before making any investment decisions. All information and data on this YouTube Channel is solely for entertainment purposes. I'm not a financial advisor, nor licensed in any way to provide any financial advice. The information herein is based solely on my personal opinion and experience. All investments hold inherent risk, and the information provided on this YouTube Channel should not be interpreted as any kind of guidance, recommendation, offer, advice, or suggestion. Any ideas and strategies discussed on this channel should not be implemented without first considering your financial and personal circumstances or without consulting a financial professional.
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