Earnings analysis · 10-Q
RGTI earnings analysis
Filed May 11, 2026 · Our reading of the company's report
The latest report
Rigetti Computing reported strong growth in Q1 2026 with revenues of $4.4 million, significantly exceeding the estimated $3.95 million. However, the company recorded a net loss of $33.1 million, resulting in a diluted…
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Rigetti Computing reported strong growth in Q1 2026 with revenues of $4.4 million, significantly exceeding the estimated $3.95 million. However, the company recorded a net loss of $33.1 million, resulting in a diluted EPS loss of $0.06, which was worse than the estimated loss of $0.04. Operating expenses were notably high, leading to increased net cash used in operations.
From revenue to operating profit
Where each $100 of revenue went in this report.
Cost of sales, operating expenses, and what remained. Figures are rounded to whole dollars.
Reported figures
- Earnings per share
- $-0.06
- Segment
- Quantum Processing Units (QPUs)
- Segment
- Quantum Computing Systems
- Segment
- Quantum Computing as a Service (QCaaS)
What stood out
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Revenue Up Significantly
Q1 2026 revenue increased to $4.4 million, up from $1.5 million in Q1 2025, representing an increase of $2.9 million.
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Interest Income Growth
Interest income rose to $5.4 million in Q1 2026 from $2.2 million in Q1 2025, an increase of $3.2 million.
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Improved Cash Position
Cash, cash equivalents and marketable securities totaled $569 million as of March 31, 2026.
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Investments in R&D
R&D expenses increased by $4.5 million to $19.96 million, emphasizing the company's commitment to technology development.
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Strong Sales of Quantum Systems
Revenue growth was driven by higher sales of 9-qubit Novera quantum computing systems.
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High Operating Cash Flow
Despite high operating losses, net cash used in operating activities was $16.2 million, restructuring efforts aimed at future growth.
What to watch
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Continued Operating Losses
Net loss was $33.1 million for Q1 2026, a decline from the previous year's loss of $42.6 million.
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High Operating Expenses
Operating expenses increased to $27.3 million, significantly impacting net income.
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Technology Development Risks
Future technology milestones are uncertain, with potential impact on planned schedules for product advancements.
Management's outlook
No specific numeric guidance provided; management remains cautious about future earnings.
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