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QuantumScape Corporation(QS)Earnings, Financials & Key Ratios
QS•NYSE
$6.79
Price updated Jul 7, 2026
SectorConsumer CyclicalIndustryAuto Parts & EquipmentSub-IndustryElectrified Powertrain and Batteries
AboutQuantumScape Corporation, a development stage company, focuses on the development and commercialization of solid-state lithium-metal batteries for electric vehicles and other applications. The company was founded in 2010 and is headquartered in San Jose, California.Show more
- Revenue$0
- EBITDA-$399M+12.0%
- Net Income-$435M+9.0%
- EPS (Diluted)-0.76+19.1%
- ROE-37.39%+2.3%
QS Price & Volume
QuantumScape Corporation (QS) stock price & volume — 10-year historical chart
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Persistent Pre-Revenue Status Challenges Capital Runway
Investment Thesis • Updated 2026Q1
VerdictNegative
Growth:Mixed
Profitability:Negative
Financial:Vulnerable
Cash Flow:Burning
Primary Risk:Pre-revenue commercialization delay
Key Thesis Takeaways
- QuantumScape remains in a high-risk, pre-commercial development phase, characterized by ten consecutive quarters of zero revenue and significant quarterly operating losses exceeding $100 million.
- While the company maintains a conservative debt-to-equity ratio of 0.06, the rapid depletion of cash reserves from $230.5 million in 2025Q4 to $145.1 million in 2026Q1 suggests an urgent need for additional capital.
- Investors should monitor the company's ability to scale its proprietary ceramic separator technology before the current liquidity buffer is exhausted.
Verdict Logic
the company's reliance on external financing is underscored by a rapid decline in cash reserves to $145.1 million and a persistent quarterly operating loss of $109.2 million as of 2026Q1.
QS Growth Metrics
QuantumScape Corporation (QS) revenue, earnings & EPS growth — 3, 5 & 10-year CAGR
Revenue CAGR
10 Years-
5 Years-
3 Years-
TTM-
Profit CAGR
10 Years-
5 Years-
3 Years-
TTM10.65%
EPS CAGR
10 Years-
5 Years-
3 Years-
TTM22.83%
Return on Capital
10 Years-26.95%
5 Years-30.04%
3 Years-35.82%
Last Year-37.75%
QS Recent Earnings
QuantumScape Corporation (QS) EPS & revenue vs analyst estimates — last 4 quarters
●Beat EPS 1/12 qtrs (8%)
Q2 2026Latest
Apr 22, 2026Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$0.16+11.1%
$0.18
Rev
—
$1M
Q1 2026
Feb 11, 2026Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$0.17-6.3%
$0.16
Rev
—
$2M
Q4 2025
Oct 22, 2025Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$0.18+0.0%
$0.18
Rev
—
—
Q3 2025
Jul 23, 2025Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$0.20+0.0%
$0.20
Rev
$37M
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| Quarter | Date | EPS (Act vs Est) | Revenue (Act vs Est) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Q2 2026Latest | Apr 22, 2026 | $0.16vs $0.18+11.1% | —vs $1M |
| Q1 2026 | Feb 11, 2026 | $0.17vs $0.16-6.3% | —vs $2M |
| Q4 2025 | Oct 22, 2025 | $0.18vs $0.18+0.0% | — |
| Q3 2025 | Jul 23, 2025 | $0.20vs $0.20+0.0% | $37M |
Based on last 12 quarters of dataView full earnings history →
Latest QS News
Recent stock market news and headlines for QuantumScape Corporation (QS)
The Motley Fool·2 days ago
Why Did QuantumScape Stock Drop Almost 30% in the First Half of 2026?QuantumScape accomplished some key steps toward commercialization last year and in early 2026. Sagging EV demand growth has some investors questioning the future.
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The Motley Fool·Jun 30, 2026
Is This Forgotten Battery Stock Primed To Deliver Gains In The Next Leg of The EV Revolution?QuantumScape's stock has plunged 95% from its all-time high. But its stock could rise as it finally commercializes its first battery designs.
The Motley Fool·Jun 26, 2026
Littelfuse vs. QuantumScape: Which Industrials Stock Is a Better Buy in 2026?Littelfuse maintains a diverse global portfolio in circuit protection and power management components. QuantumScape is pursuing a high-stakes transition from development to commercialization of solid-state batteries.
Peers Comparison
Key metrics vs top competitors for QuantumScape Corporation (QS)
| Company | Price | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | Rev Growth (1Y) | Net Margin | ROE | Div Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $6.79 | $4.16B | -8.93 | — | — | -37.39% | — | |
| $0.81 | $260.91M | -3.67 | 929.41% | -331.72% | -32.48% | — | |
| $2.41 | $523.69K | -4.73 | 7.98% | -485.47% | -21.56% | — | |
| $1.07 | $356.48M | -11.89 | 12.56% | -11.52% | -10.76% | — | |
| $4.99 | $1.09B | -6.65 | 37.91% | -499.64% | -0.28% | — | |
| $11.72 | $1.66B | -33.49 | 202.11% | -43.98% | -40.4% | — |
Compare QS vs Peers
QuantumScape Corporation (QS) vs competitors — business, growth, and fundamentals comparison against the closest industry rivals.
QS SEC Filings & Documents
QuantumScape Corporation (QS) SEC filings — annual & quarterly reports (10-K, 10-Q)
8-K Announcements
6Material company update
Apr 22, 2026·SEC
Material company update
Mar 5, 2026·SEC
Material company update
Feb 11, 2026·SEC
10-K Annual Reports
210-Q Quarterly Reports
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QS Frequently Asked Questions
QuantumScape Corporation (QS) stock FAQ — growth, dividends, profitability & financials explained
Growth & Financials
Is QS profitable?
QuantumScape Corporation (QS) reported a net loss of $421.4M for fiscal year 2025.
Dividend & Returns
What is QS's return on equity?
QuantumScape Corporation (QS) has a return on equity (ROE) of -37.4%. Negative ROE indicates the company is unprofitable.
What is QuantumScape Corporation's free cash flow?
QuantumScape Corporation (QS) had negative free cash flow of $281.7M in fiscal year 2025, likely due to heavy capital investments.