Rigetti Computing's stock soared 5.03% during intraday trading on Monday, driven by positive investor sentiment ahead of its upcoming financial results.
The company is scheduled to release its first quarter 2026 results post-market on May 11. Market expectations point to significant revenue growth, with consensus projecting a 55.62% year-over-year increase to $3.97 million. This anticipated resurgence from the prior quarter's softer performance has captured investor attention.
Analyst sentiment is decisively bullish, with multiple firms including Mizuho Securities, Cantor Fitzgerald, and Needham reiterating Buy ratings ahead of the print. The bullish view emphasizes constructive expectations for the company's technical roadmap and the potential for revenue reacceleration as performance milestones unlock more commercial activity. Investors are positioning for potential positive execution against the revenue forecast and updates on system performance.