US Quantum Computing Support Sparks Rally in Domestic Stocks

Following news of the US government strengthening its support for the quantum computing industry, quantum-related stocks and ETFs on the domestic stock market surged on the 22nd. The US government announced plans to provide approximately 3 trillion won in subsidies to quantum computing companies and secure minority stakes, a move that recognized the industry as a national strategic sector.

On the domestic stock market, Photon recorded a surge to its upper limit, while numerous quantum computer-related stocks, including KCS, Xgate, Uriro, Korea Advanced Materials, and Aton, saw gains ranging from 8% to 24%.

Quantum computing-themed ETFs also showed strong performance. The KoAct Global Quantum Computing Active ETF rose by 15.55%, and the SOL US Quantum Computing TOP10 climbed 16.06%, both hitting new 52-week highs during trading.