Markovich John M., an insider at D-Wave Quantum Inc (QBTS), sold 1,482,874 shares of the company on November 19, 2025, at a price of $22.94 per share, resulting in a total transaction value of $34.02 million. Following this sale, Markovich retains 1,482,874 shares in the company.
This transaction highlights the ongoing activity among insiders at D-Wave Quantum, a firm specializing in the development and delivery of quantum computing systems, software, and services. Headquartered in Palo Alto, California, D-Wave Quantum has a market capitalization of $7.2 billion and employs 220 full-time staff. The company went public on October 11, 2020, and offers solutions that span workforce scheduling, resource optimization, and drug discovery.
While insider selling can occur for various reasons such as diversification or personal financial needs, it is essential for investors to recognize that such transactions do not inherently reflect negative sentiment toward the company. Instead, they should consider insider activity within a broader context, analyzing patterns across multiple insiders and time periods.
Insider transactions are reported to the SEC, providing transparency into the actions of company executives and board members. However, these activities should be viewed as one of many factors in investment decision-making, rather than as standalone indicators of company performance.