IonQ CEO Niccolo De Masi Sells 16,120 Shares

IonQ's CEO Niccolo De Masi sold shares worth over $900,000 on June 11, 2026.

Written by Opentrades · Published Jun 12, 2026, 10:01 PM EDT · Updated Jun 13, 2026, 2:03 AM EDT

Key Points

IonQ's CEO Niccolo De Masi sold 16,120 shares worth $906,105 at an average price of $56.21 on June 11, 2026.
IonQ, Inc. trades on the NYSE at $58.51, with a market cap of $21.59 billion and a P/E ratio of 148.3.
Morgan Stanley increased its IonQ holdings by 1,593,061 shares, while BlackRock trimmed its position by 206,608 shares.

On June 11, 2026, Niccolo De Masi, the President and CEO of IonQ, Inc. (NYSE:IONQ), sold 16,120 shares of the company. The shares were sold at an average price of $56.21, totaling $906,105. This transaction was not part of a pre-planned trading program.

Other Institutional Activity in IonQ

In recent activity, several institutional investors made changes to their IonQ holdings. Morgan Stanley increased its stake by 1,593,061 shares, bringing its total to 21,159,892 shares valued at approximately $610.04 million. Meanwhile, BlackRock trimmed its holdings by 206,608 shares, leaving it with 29,870,942 shares worth about $861.18 million. Defiance ETFs, LLC made a significant addition, boosting its position by 8,929,328 shares to a total of 9,702,302 shares, valued at $279.72 million.

IonQ Stock Snapshot

Shares of IonQ, Inc. (NYSE:IONQ) traded at $58.51. The company, which operates in the technology sector, specifically in computer hardware, has a market cap of $21.59 billion. IonQ has a P/E ratio of 148.3 and a high beta of 3.184, indicating higher volatility. The stock's 52-week range spans from $25.89 to $84.64, with a 50-day moving average of $49.58 and a 200-day moving average of $48.91. IonQ maintains a strong current ratio of 14.05, a quick ratio of 13.12, and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.61.

Recent Earnings

IonQ reported revenue of $187.12 million, reflecting a growth rate of 7.5%. The company's net margin is 1.75%, and it achieved a return on equity of 11.29%. IonQ's next earnings announcement is scheduled for May 6, 2026.

Insider Buying and Selling at IonQ, Inc.

Several insiders at IonQ engaged in trading activities on June 11, 2026. CFO and COO Inder Singh sold 6,272 shares, while CAO, CLO, and Secretary Paul Dacier sold 4,110 shares, all at the same average price of $56.21. Robert Cardillo also sold 904 shares on this date.

Analysts Set New Price Targets

On May 7, 2026, JP Morgan maintained a 'hold' rating on IonQ with a $50.00 price target, while Wedbush reiterated its 'buy' rating with a $75.00 target. Overall, the consensus among analysts is a 'strong buy,' with a mean target price of $67.64 across 13 analyst opinions.

About IonQ, Inc.

IonQ, Inc. is a technology company based in College Park, Maryland, specializing in quantum computing systems. Founded in 2015, the company offers access to quantum computers through major cloud platforms like AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud. IonQ also provides quantum-safe communications and detection systems, along with consulting services for algorithm development on quantum systems. Led by CEO Niccolo De Masi, IonQ employs 1,132 people and collaborates with institutions like the University of Chicago.

Bottom Line

Niccolo De Masi's recent share sale is a notable move in IonQ's insider trading activity. Investors often track such insider transactions for potential insights into company performance. It's important to remember that these transactions are backward-looking and may not reflect the current position or future plans of the insiders.