QuantumScape
About: QuantumScape Corp is engaged in the development of next-generation solid-state lithium-metal batteries for use in electric vehicles and other applications. The company's solid-state lithium-metal battery technology is designed to offer greater energy density, faster charging, and enhanced safety. Its battery cells have none of the host materials used in conventional anodes.
Employees: 800
0
Funds holding %
of 7,419 funds
0
Analysts bullish %
of 4 analysts
Fund manager confidence
Based on 2024 Q4 regulatory disclosures by fund managers ($100M+ AUM)
65% more call options, than puts
Call options by funds: $91.7M | Put options by funds: $55.5M
14% more first-time investments, than exits
New positions opened: 75 | Existing positions closed: 66
3.65% more ownership
Funds ownership: 28.86% [Q3] → 32.51% (+3.65%) [Q4]
10% more repeat investments, than reductions
Existing positions increased: 103 | Existing positions reduced: 94
3% more capital invested
Capital invested by funds: $750M [Q3] → $775M (+$25.3M) [Q4]
1% more funds holding
Funds holding: 354 [Q3] → 357 (+3) [Q4]
0% more funds holding in top 10
Funds holding in top 10: 3 [Q3] → 3 (+0) [Q4]
Research analyst outlook
4 Wall Street Analysts provided 1 year price targets over the past 3 months
Low target
$2.50
34%
downside
Avg. target
$4.88
29%
upside
High target
$8
111%
upside
4 analyst ratings
1 positive
25%
1 neutral
25%
2 negative
50%
Goldman Sachs Mark Delaney 32% 1-year accuracy 12 / 37 met price target | 21%downside $3 | Sell Maintained | 10 Apr 2025 |
UBS Joseph Spak 25% 1-year accuracy 4 / 16 met price target | 34%downside $2.50 | Sell Downgraded | 10 Apr 2025 |
Evercore ISI Group Chris McNally 0% 1-year accuracy 0 / 8 met price target | 111%upside $8 | Outperform Maintained | 18 Feb 2025 |
Truist Securities Jordan Levy 17% 1-year accuracy 7 / 42 met price target | 58%upside $6 | Hold Maintained | 14 Feb 2025 |
Financial journalist opinion
Based on 6 articles about QS published over the past 30 days
Positive
The Motley Fool
1 day ago
If You'd Invested $1,000 in QuantumScape Stock 4 Years Ago Here's How Much You'd Have Today
In 2021, the electric vehicle (EV) industry stood at the cusp of an exciting future. Since then, though, EV sales growth has slowed notably, and some of the top names in the industry are attracting more controversy than investor interest.
Neutral
Business Wire
1 week ago
QuantumScape Announces Timing of First Quarter 2025 Business Results and Webcast
SAN JOSE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--QuantumScape Corporation (NYSE: QS), a leader in developing next-generation solid-state lithium-metal batteries, today announced it will release its 2025 first-quarter business results after market close on Wednesday, April 23, 2025. This will be followed by a conference call at 2 p.m. Pacific Time (5 p.m. Eastern Time). Siva Sivaram, chief executive officer, and Kevin Hettrich, chief financial officer, will participate on the call. Starting today, April 9, sh.
Positive
The Motley Fool
1 week ago
Why QuantumScape's Focus on Producing Samples in 2025 Could Be a Game Changer for This Auto Market Supplier
When QuantumScape (QS -4.39%) reported its 2024 financial results, it highlighted some key achievements. The big ones were all around producing samples of its various solid-state battery products.
Positive
The Motley Fool
2 weeks ago
Did BYD Charge Past Tesla? 1 Stock That Could Beat Both at Their Own Game
In this video, Motley Fool contributors Jason Hall and Tyler Crowe break down BYD's (BYDD.F -7.26%) latest battery tech, what it means for Tesla (TSLA -10.39%), and why QuantumScape (QS -4.39%) might be a bigger winner than either.
Positive
The Motley Fool
2 weeks ago
Every QuantumScape Investor Should Keep an Eye on These 3 Numbers
In 2020, QuantumScape (QS -2.04%) was one of the hot stocks to hold, according to Wall Street. The stock back rose as high as $115 per share with a market cap approaching $50 billion.
Positive
The Motley Fool
4 weeks ago
Where Will QuantumScape Stock Be in 3 Years?
QuantumScape (QS 1.91%) was once considered a promising play on the solid-state battery market, but its stock has tumbled more than 70% over the past three years. Like many other start-ups that went public by merging with special purpose acquisition companies (SPACs) in recent years, QuantumScape overpromised and underdelivered.
Positive
The Motley Fool
1 month ago
Should Investors Buy QuantumScape Stock?
QuantumScape (QS -3.94%) is developing innovative battery technology that the electric vehicle industry desperately needs.
Positive
Seeking Alpha
1 month ago
QuantumScape Remains At The Forefront Of Solid-State Battery Revolution
QuantumScape's strategic partnership with Volkswagen and advancements in manufacturing technology position it as a strong buy despite recent stock price dips. The company's financial health, including sufficient liquidity until 2028 and improved EPS, underscores efficient capital management. Conservative revenue projections and P/S ratios suggest QuantumScape can deliver a 37% annualized return by FY2032, making it an attractive investment.
Positive
The Motley Fool
1 month ago
3 No-Brainer EV Stocks to Buy With $1,000 Right Now
Many electric vehicle (EV) stocks soared to their all-time highs during the buying frenzy in meme and growth stocks in 2020 and 2021. But over the following four years, many of those stocks fizzled out as rising interest rates popped their bubbly valuations, cast a harsh light on their losses, and drove investors toward more conservative investments.
Neutral
The Motley Fool
1 month ago
Is QuantumScape a Millionaire Maker?
Electric vehicles (EVs) have the potential to revolutionize transportation. While the technology is evolving, mass adoption still encounters hurdles -- mainly around charging times and driving range compared to traditional gas-powered vehicles.
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