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title: "Quantum Computing Sector Pre-Market Surge: IONQ Up Nearly 7%, QBTS Gains Over 3%"
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description: "During the pre-market session on August 6, the quantum computing sector rallied broadly. IONQ rose nearly 7% to $42.60, while QBTS gained over 3% to $22.13. RGTI and QUBT also advanced, reflecting positive market sentiment."
datetime: "2026-08-06T10:45:58.000Z"
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# Quantum Computing Sector Pre-Market Surge: IONQ Up Nearly 7%, QBTS Gains Over 3%

During the pre-market session on August 6, the US quantum computing sector saw broad gains, with all major tickers trading in positive territory. As of 10:45 AM ET, sector leader **IONQ** stood out with the strongest performance, trading at **$42.60**, up **6.69%** from the previous close. The stock fluctuated between $40.27 and $44.17 during the session, with pre-market volume reaching 545,800 shares.

Following closely was **QBTS**, which surged over **3.45%** to trade at **$22.13**, hitting a pre-market high of $22.59 with a volume of 187,400 shares. Another key player, **RGTI**, rose **1.85%** to **$17.09**, while **QUBT** edged up **1.13%** to **$8.98**. Overall, all four component stocks recorded positive returns in the pre-market phase, indicating strong short-term investor appetite for quantum computing concepts.

Looking at overnight and post-market data, the sector showed strength even after the previous regular session closed. IONQ had previously climbed to $41.90 in after-hours trading, while QBTS and RGTI also maintained gains. As the new trading day's pre-market session unfolded, buying momentum continued, pushing the sector's valuation center higher. Investors will be watching for sustained buying pressure and whether the sector can maintain this bullish momentum once the regular market opens.

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