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Quantumscape Corp (QS)
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11/26/2025: QS (2-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
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Below Average Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, often underperform the market, warranting careful consideration before investing.
Number of Analysts
9 Analysts rated it
Limited analyst coverage, niche firm, research info may be scarce.
1 Year Target Price $9.62
1 Year Target Price $9.62
| 1 | Strong Buy |
| 0 | Buy |
| 5 | Hold |
| 1 | Sell |
| 2 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 0.35% | Avg. Invested days 26 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 11/26/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 7.26B USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 9.62 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 9.62 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 9 | Beta 2.74 | 52 Weeks Range 3.40 - 19.07 | Updated Date 11/28/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 3.40 - 19.07 | Updated Date 11/28/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -0.81 |
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin - | Operating Margin (TTM) - |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) -21.2% | Return on Equity (TTM) -38.65% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE - | Enterprise Value 6333089131 | Price to Sales(TTM) - |
Enterprise Value 6333089131 | Price to Sales(TTM) - | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue - | Enterprise Value to EBITDA -7.22 | Shares Outstanding 562404592 | Shares Floating 470958169 |
Shares Outstanding 562404592 | Shares Floating 470958169 | ||
Percent Insiders 17.88 | Percent Institutions 31.18 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Quantumscape Corp
Company Overview
History and Background
QuantumScape Corp was founded in 2010 by Jagdeep Singh, Tim Holme, and Fritz Prinz. It focuses on developing solid-state lithium-metal batteries for electric vehicles. Key milestones include partnerships with Volkswagen and achieving promising battery performance in lab testing.
Core Business Areas
- Solid-State Battery Development: Research, development, and commercialization of solid-state lithium-metal batteries for electric vehicles.
Leadership and Structure
Jagdeep Singh is the CEO. The company has a board of directors with expertise in battery technology and automotive industries. Organizational structure is focused on R&D and engineering.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Solid-State Battery Technology: QuantumScape's core offering is its solid-state battery technology. The company is focused on developing and commercializing this technology for use in electric vehicles. Market share is currently negligible as the product is not yet commercially available. Competitors include Toyota, Solid Power (SLDP), and StoreDot.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The battery technology industry is rapidly evolving, with significant investment in solid-state batteries due to their potential for higher energy density, faster charging, and improved safety compared to traditional lithium-ion batteries.
Positioning
QuantumScape is positioned as a leader in solid-state battery technology, aiming to displace traditional lithium-ion batteries in the EV market. Its competitive advantage lies in its unique solid-state battery design.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The TAM for EV batteries is projected to reach hundreds of billions of dollars by 2030. QuantumScape is positioning itself to capture a significant share of this market with its solid-state technology.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Proprietary solid-state battery technology
- Strategic partnership with Volkswagen
- Potential for high energy density and fast charging
- Strong IP portfolio
Weaknesses
- Technology is still in development phase
- High cash burn rate
- No commercial product yet
- Reliance on partnerships for manufacturing
Opportunities
- Growing demand for electric vehicles
- Increasing adoption of solid-state batteries
- Potential for licensing technology to other companies
- Government incentives for battery technology development
Threats
- Competition from established battery manufacturers
- Technological challenges in scaling up production
- Delays in commercialization
- Availability of raw materials
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- SLDP
- MT
- TSLA
- BLDP
Competitive Landscape
QuantumScape faces competition from established battery manufacturers and other companies developing solid-state batteries. Its advantage lies in its unique technology, but it needs to overcome challenges in scaling up production.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historically, QuantumScape has focused on technology development and securing funding. Growth has been measured by progress in battery performance and partnerships.
Future Projections: Future growth is dependent on successful commercialization of its solid-state battery technology. Analyst estimates vary widely, reflecting the uncertainty of the technology's success.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include expanding manufacturing capacity, improving battery performance, and securing supply chain agreements.
Summary
QuantumScape is a high-risk, high-reward company developing solid-state battery technology. Its partnership with Volkswagen and promising lab results are positive signs. However, the company faces significant technological and manufacturing challenges. Success depends on successful commercialization of its battery technology and overcoming competition.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- QuantumScape Corp. Investor Relations
- Analyst Reports
- Industry News Articles
Disclaimers:
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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 Quantumscape Corp
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters San Jose, CA, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2020-08-17 | President, CEO & Director Dr. Siva Sivaram | ||
Sector Consumer Cyclical | Industry Auto Parts | Full time employees 800 | Website https://www.quantumscape.com |
Full time employees 800 | Website https://www.quantumscape.com | ||
QuantumScape Corporation, together with its subsidiaries, focuses on the development and commercialization of solid-state lithium-metal batteries for electric vehicles and other applications in the United States. The company was founded in 2010 and is headquartered in San Jose, California.
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