QuantumScape Corporation (QS)

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The chart shows the growth of an initial investment of $10,000 in QuantumScape Corporation, comparing it to the performance of the S&P 500 index or another benchmark. All prices have been adjusted for splits and dividends.

QuantumScape Corporation (QS) has returned -38.77% so far this year and 53.37% over the past 12 months.

Based on dividend-adjusted daily data since Aug 17, 2020, QS's average daily return is +0.18%, while the average monthly return is +5.03%. At this rate, your investment would double in approximately 1.2 years.

Historically, 37% of months were positive and 63% were negative. The best month was Nov 2020 with a return of +298.3%, while the worst month was Jan 2021 at -48.2%. The longest winning streak lasted 3 consecutive months, and the longest losing streak was 5 months.

On a daily basis, QS closed higher 46% of trading days. The best single day was Sep 3, 2020 with a return of +87.4%, while the worst single day was Jan 4, 2021 at -40.8%.

QuantumScape Corporation has an annualized alpha of 21.30%, beta of 1.90, and R² of 0.09 versus S&P 500 Index. Calculated based on daily prices since August 18, 2020.

• This stock captured 272.06% of S&P 500 Index gains and 229.96% of its losses — amplifying both gains and losses, but participating more in upside than downside.
• R² of 0.09 means this stock moves largely independently of S&P 500 Index — capture ratios reflect limited market correlation rather than active downside protection. Consider using a more representative benchmark.

QS ranks 61 for risk / return — better than 61% of stocks on our site. You're getting solid returns for the risk taken. A good sign, especially for investors who want growth without excessive volatility.

The table below present risk-adjusted performance metrics for QuantumScape Corporation (QS) and compare them to a chosen benchmark (S&P 500 Index).

The Drawdowns chart displays portfolio losses from any high point along the way. Drawdowns are calculated considering price movements and all distributions paid, if any.

The table below displays the maximum drawdowns of the QuantumScape Corporation. A maximum drawdown is a measure of risk, indicating the largest reduction in portfolio value due to a series of losing trades.

The maximum drawdown for the QuantumScape Corporation was 97.36%, occurring on Apr 8, 2025. The portfolio has not yet recovered.

The current QuantumScape Corporation drawdown is 95.15%.

The chart below shows the rolling one-month volatility.

The chart below illustrates the trends in the financial health of QuantumScape Corporation over time, highlighting three key metrics: Total Revenue, Earnings Before Interest and Taxes (EBIT), and Net Income.

The Valuation section provides an overview of how QuantumScape Corporation is priced in the market compared to other companies in the Auto Parts industry. It includes key financial ratios that help investors assess whether the stock is undervalued or overvalued.