DWave Quantum Inc
QBTS
$32.70 11.95%
Exchange: NYSE | Sector: Technology | Industry: Computer Hardware
Q1 2024
Published: May 13, 2024

Earnings Highlights

  • Revenue of $2.47M up 55.7% year-over-year
  • EPS of $-0.11 increased by 45% from previous year
  • Gross margin of 67.3%
  • Net income of -17.31M
  • ""We believe D-Wave is the first in the world to demonstrate quantum supremacy on real-world problems."" - Alan Baratz

DWave Quantum Inc (QBTS) Q1 2024 Financial Results: Navigating the Future of Quantum Computing

Executive Summary

In Q1 2024, DWave Quantum Inc demonstrated significant growth despite core operational challenges, highlighting the resilience and strategic positioning of the company within the quantum computing landscape. The quarterly revenue reached $2.5 million, representing a vibrant year-over-year growth of 56% compared to Q1 FY 2023, driven by increased demand for quantum-powered solutions from a diverse array of sectors including government and healthcare. Management underscored the company's ongoing commitment to innovation with the introduction of the Fast Anneal feature, aimed at enhancing operational efficiency. However, the company faced continued net losses totaling $17.3 million, reflecting substantial investments in R&D and general operational expenditures. Looking ahead, DWave remains optimistic about future growth driven by expanding customer use cases, partnerships, and industry adoption fueled by recent legislative advancements in quantum technology.

Key Performance Indicators

Revenue

2.47M
QoQ: -15.18% | YoY:55.72%

Gross Profit

1.66M
67.30% margin
QoQ: -15.66% | YoY:294.06%

Operating Income

-17.52M
QoQ: -5.89% | YoY:29.06%

Net Income

-17.31M
QoQ: -8.11% | YoY:30.70%

EPS

-0.11
QoQ: -10.00% | YoY:45.00%

Revenue Trend

Margin Analysis

Key Insights

**Revenue Performance**: DWave achieved a total revenue of **$2.5 million**, which is a **56% increase year-over-year**; however, this is a **15.2% decline sequentially** from the prior quarter, which aligns with typical seasonality patterns. **Gross Profit**: Gross profit was reported at **$1.7 million**, leading to a notable **294% increase year-over-year**. The **gross profit margin** improved significantly to **67.3%**, compared to **26.6%** in Q1 FY 2023. **Operating Expenses**: Total o...

Historical Earnings Comparison

PeriodRevenue ($M)EPS ($)YoY GrowthReport
Q4 2024 2.31 -0.37 -20.5% View
Q3 2024 1.87 -0.11 -27.0% View
Q2 2024 2.18 -0.10 +27.9% View
Q1 2024 2.47 -0.11 +55.7% View
Q4 2023 2.91 -0.10 +21.3% View