tech
January 19, 2026
These stocks are leading 'meaningful breakthroughs' in quantum computing, UBS says
Quantum computing is an industry with "extraordinary potential," according to UBS, which highlighted leading stocks.
TL;DR
- Quantum computing is identified as a growing corner of the tech sector with extraordinary potential.
- Key companies like Alphabet, IBM, and Microsoft are developing practical quantum computers.
- UBS sees the greatest impact of quantum computing in molecular simulation, optimization and AI, and cryptography.
- Quantum advantage, where quantum systems significantly outperform classical systems, could arrive by the 2030s.
- Superconducting and trapped-ion qubits are considered the most advanced architectures.
- Alphabet (Google) is seen as a pioneer, leading in software and quantum error correction with its Willow chip.
- Microsoft and Amazon are pursuing diversified approaches, including cloud modalities and partnerships.
- Pure play quantum technology companies include IonQ, D-Wave Quantum, and Rigetti Computing.
- Smaller quantum computing companies are highly volatile, experiencing significant gains and declines.
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