QBTS vs. JPM

Last updated Jun 9, 2026

QBTS (D-Wave Quantum Inc) and JPM (JPMorgan Chase & Co.) are both stocks. QBTS operates in Computer Hardware (Technology), while JPM operates in Banks - Diversified (Financial Services). Over the past 3 years, QBTS returned 125.25%/yr vs 33.18%/yr for JPM. At a 0.17 correlation, their price movements are largely independent.

Performance

QBTS vs. JPM - Performance Comparison

The chart below illustrates the hypothetical performance of a $10,000 investment in D-Wave Quantum Inc (QBTS) and JPMorgan Chase & Co. (JPM). The values are adjusted to include any dividend payments, if applicable.

Returns By Period

In the year-to-date period, QBTS achieves a -1.22% return, which is significantly higher than JPM's -2.52% return.

QBTS

• 1D: 8.30%
• 1M: 14.44%
• YTD: -1.22%
• 6M: -9.18%
• 1Y: 38.72%
• 3Y*: 125.25%
• 5Y*: —
• 10Y*: —

JPM

• 1D: -0.40%
• 1M: 2.98%
• YTD: -2.52%
• 6M: -0.35%
• 1Y: 19.35%
• 3Y*: 33.18%
• 5Y*: 16.72%
• 10Y*: 20.32%

*Multi-year figures are annualized to reflect compound growth (CAGR)

QBTS vs. JPM - Yearly Performance Comparison

	2026 (YTD)	2025	2024	2023	2022
QBTS D-Wave Quantum Inc	-1.22%	211.31%	854.44%	-38.88%	-83.96%
JPM JPMorgan Chase & Co.	-2.52%	37.27%	44.29%	30.63%	16.88%

Correlation

The correlation between QBTS and JPM is 0.30, which is low. Their price movements are largely independent, making them effective diversification partners.

	Correlation
Correlation (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	0.30
Correlation (3Y) Calculated over the trailing 3-year period	0.21
Correlation (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history since Aug 8, 2022	0.17

The correlation between QBTS and JPM shifts across timeframes, from 0.17 (all time) to 0.30 (1 year), reflecting how their relationship changes across market environments.

Fundamentals

Market Cap QBTS : $9.49B JPM : $869.15B
EPS QBTS : -$1.08 JPM : $21.08
PS Ratio QBTS : 704.19 JPM : 3.05
PB Ratio QBTS : 8.44 JPM : 2.53
Total Revenue (TTM) QBTS : $12.44M JPM : $285.09B
Gross Profit (TTM) QBTS : $8.25M JPM : $173.52B
EBITDA (TTM) QBTS : -$399.03M JPM : $81.46B

Return for Risk

QBTS vs. JPM — Risk / Return Rank

Compare risk-adjusted metric ranks to identify better-performing investments over the past 12 months.

QBTS

QBTS Risk / Return Rank: 57
QBTS Sharpe Ratio Rank: 55
QBTS Sortino Ratio Rank: 65
QBTS Omega Ratio Rank: 58
QBTS Calmar Ratio Rank: 55
QBTS Martin Ratio Rank: 53

JPM

JPM Risk / Return Rank: 66
JPM Sharpe Ratio Rank: 70
JPM Sortino Ratio Rank: 62
JPM Omega Ratio Rank: 62
JPM Calmar Ratio Rank: 66
JPM Martin Ratio Rank: 67

The rank (0–100) shows how this investment's returns compare to the risk taken. Higher = better. Based on the past 12 months of data, combining Sharpe, Sortino, and other metrics used by quantitative funds and institutional investors.

QBTS vs. JPM - Risk-Adjusted Trends Comparison

This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for D-Wave Quantum Inc (QBTS) and JPMorgan Chase & Co. (JPM). Risk-adjusted metrics are performance indicators that assess an investment's returns in relation to its risk, enabling a more accurate comparison of different investment options.

	QBTS	JPM	Difference
Sharpe ratio: Return per unit of total volatility	0.36	0.90	-0.54
Sortino ratio: Return per unit of downside risk	1.39	1.30	+0.09
Omega ratio: Gain probability vs. loss probability	1.15	1.17	-0.02
Calmar ratio: Return relative to maximum drawdown	0.55	1.26	-0.71
Martin ratio: Return relative to average drawdown	0.96	2.98	-2.02
Data is calculated on a 1-year rolling basis and updated daily. The trend shows the change in the indicator over the past month.

QBTS vs. JPM - Sharpe Ratio Comparison

The current QBTS Sharpe Ratio is 0.36, which is lower than the JPM Sharpe Ratio of 0.90. The chart below compares the historical Sharpe Ratios of QBTS and JPM, calculated using daily returns over the previous 12 months. A higher Sharpe Ratio indicates better risk-adjusted performance relative to the risk-free rate.

Sharpe Ratios by Period

	QBTS	JPM	Difference
Sharpe Ratio (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	0.36	0.90	-0.54
Sharpe Ratio (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period	—	0.69	—
Sharpe Ratio (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period	—	0.74	—
Sharpe Ratio (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history	0.19	0.34	-0.15

Drawdowns

QBTS vs. JPM - Drawdown Comparison

The maximum QBTS drawdown since its inception was -96.67%, which is greater than JPM's maximum drawdown of -76.16%. Use the drawdown chart below to compare losses from any high point for QBTS and JPM.

Drawdown Indicators

	QBTS	JPM	Difference
Max Drawdown Largest peak-to-trough decline	-96.67%	-76.16%	-20.51%
Max Drawdown (1Y) Largest decline over 1 year	-71.01%	-15.47%	-55.54%
Max Drawdown (3Y) Largest decline over 3 years	-79.17%	-24.42%	-54.75%
Max Drawdown (5Y) Largest decline over 5 years	—	-38.77%	—
Max Drawdown (10Y) Largest decline over 10 years	—	-43.63%	—
Current Drawdown Current decline from peak	-42.32%	-6.55%	-35.77%
Average Drawdown Average peak-to-trough decline	-65.80%	-17.62%	-48.18%
Ulcer Index Depth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks	40.50%	6.50%	+34.00%

Volatility

QBTS vs. JPM - Volatility Comparison

D-Wave Quantum Inc (QBTS) has a higher volatility of 42.76% compared to JPMorgan Chase & Co. (JPM) at 6.40%. This indicates that QBTS's price experiences larger fluctuations and is considered to be riskier than JPM based on this measure. The chart below showcases a comparison of their rolling one-month volatility.

Volatility by Period

	QBTS	JPM	Difference
Volatility (1M) Calculated over the trailing 1-month period	42.76%	6.40%	+36.36%
Volatility (6M) Calculated over the trailing 6-month period	76.88%	17.38%	+59.50%
Volatility (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	108.49%	21.62%	+86.87%
Volatility (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period, annualized	151.19%	24.45%	+126.74%
Volatility (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period, annualized	151.19%	27.40%	+123.79%

Dividends

QBTS vs. JPM - Dividend Comparison

QBTS has not paid dividends to shareholders, while JPM's dividend yield for the trailing twelve months is around 1.90%.

Position	TTM	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017	2016	2015
JPM JPMorgan Chase & Co.	1.90%	1.72%	1.92%	2.38%	2.98%	2.34%	2.83%	2.37%	2.54%	1.91%	2.13%	2.54%
QBTS D-Wave Quantum Inc	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%

Financials

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I hold both QBTS and JPM in my portfolio?

QBTS and JPM have a correlation of 0.30, meaning they provide meaningful diversification benefit when combined. Depending on your allocation goals, holding both could reduce overall portfolio risk.

Which is riskier, QBTS or JPM?

QBTS has higher volatility (42.76%) compared to JPM (6.40%). In terms of maximum drawdown, QBTS dropped -96.67% vs JPM's -76.16%.

Which has better risk-adjusted returns?

JPM currently has the higher Sharpe Ratio (0.90 vs 0.36), meaning it's delivered slightly more return per unit of risk over the trailing 12 months. However, this ranking shifts over time - use the Risk/Return Score above for a more comprehensive view that combines Sharpe, Sortino, and other measures used by quantitative funds.