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Arqit Quantum Inc (ARQQ)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
08/14/2025: ARQQ (4-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Upturn Star Rating
Above Average Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, frequently surpass the market, reflecting reliable and trustworthy advice.
Number of Analysts
1 Analysts rated it
Very few follow this stock; limited insights, higher-risk early investing.
1 Year Target Price $52
1 Year Target Price $52
| 0 | Strong Buy |
| 1 | Buy |
| 0 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 107.61% | Avg. Invested days 32 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | Stock Returns Performance  5.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 08/14/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 465.95M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 52 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 52 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 1 | Beta 2.32 | 52 Weeks Range 3.72 - 52.79 | Updated Date 08/15/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 3.72 - 52.79 | Updated Date 08/15/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -5.99 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Geography
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 2709.13% | Operating Margin (TTM) -19780.6% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) -48.46% | Return on Equity (TTM) -160.52% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE 18.73 | Enterprise Value 442003906 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1933.4 |
Enterprise Value 442003906 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1933.4 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1834.04 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 1.82 | Shares Outstanding 14354600 | Shares Floating 6513792 |
Shares Outstanding 14354600 | Shares Floating 6513792 | ||
Percent Insiders 64.43 | Percent Institutions 14.29 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Arqit Quantum Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
Arqit Quantum Inc. (ARQQ) was founded in 2017. It went public via a SPAC merger with Centricus Acquisition Corp. in September 2021. The company focuses on quantum encryption technology.
Core Business Areas
- Symmetric Key Agreement Platform: Arqit's core offering is a platform that uses satellite-based quantum key distribution (QKD) and other technologies to create symmetric encryption keys for secure communication.
- QuantumCloud: A software product that enables any device to download a lightweight agent, which then creates encryption keys in partnership with other devices.
Leadership and Structure
The company is led by David Williams as Chairman and CEO. The organizational structure includes departments for technology, sales, marketing, and finance.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- QuantumCloud: QuantumCloud is Arqit's primary software product, enabling symmetric key agreement. Market share data is difficult to precisely quantify due to the nascent nature of the quantum encryption market. Competitors include ID Quantique, Quantum Xchange, and evolutionQ. Revenue from QuantumCloud is still developing as the company is in its early stages of commercialization. Number of users is undisclosed.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The quantum encryption market is emerging, driven by the increasing threat of quantum computers breaking existing encryption methods. It's a highly specialized field with significant growth potential.
Positioning
Arqit positions itself as a pioneer in symmetric key agreement based on quantum principles, aiming to provide secure encryption for various applications. They face competition from other quantum encryption providers and traditional cryptography methods.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The TAM for quantum cryptography is projected to reach billions of dollars in the coming years. Arqit aims to capture a significant portion of this market with its QuantumCloud platform.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Innovative technology
- First-mover advantage in certain areas
- Experienced leadership team
Weaknesses
- Limited commercial traction
- High cash burn rate
- Dependence on future contracts
- Controversies over technology claims
Opportunities
- Growing demand for quantum-resistant encryption
- Strategic partnerships with government and private sector organizations
- Expansion into new markets and applications
Threats
- Competition from established cryptography providers
- Rapid technological advancements in quantum computing
- Regulatory uncertainty
- Skepticism surrounding their technology
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- IDQ.SW
- KEYS
- SNPS
Competitive Landscape
Arqit faces significant competition from established players in the cybersecurity industry and other quantum encryption providers. They need to prove the effectiveness and practicality of their technology to gain market share.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historical growth has been limited, with minimal revenue generation.
Future Projections: Future projections are highly uncertain and depend on securing large contracts and achieving commercial success.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include developing new products and pursuing partnerships.
Summary
Arqit Quantum is a company in the nascent quantum encryption market. It has innovative technology but faces significant challenges in commercializing its products. The company's financial performance is weak, and its future depends on securing contracts and validating its technology claims. The market is highly competitive, and Arqit needs to differentiate itself to succeed.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company SEC filings
- Analyst reports
- Industry publications
Disclaimers:
This analysis is based on publicly available information and is for informational purposes only. It should not be considered financial advice. Market share data is estimated and may not be precise.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
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About Arqit Quantum Inc
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters - | ||
IPO Launch date 2021-09-07 | CEO & Director Mr. Andrew J. Leaver | ||
Sector Technology | Industry Software - Infrastructure | Full time employees 72 | Website https://arqit.uk |
Full time employees 72 | Website https://arqit.uk | ||
Arqit Quantum Inc. provides cybersecurity services through satellite and terrestrial platforms in the United Kingdom. It offers QuantumCloud, a Platform as a Service that creates unbreakable software encryption keys. The company also provides maintenance and support, and professional services. Arqit Quantum Inc. is based in London, the United Kingdom.
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