QuantumScape (QS, $27.34) posts wider-than-expected loss for Q1

Technical Analysis (Indicators)

Bullish Trend Analysis

The Stochastic Oscillator suggests the stock price trend may be in a reversal from a downward trend to an upward trend. 51 of 69 cases where QS's Stochastic Oscillator exited the oversold zone resulted in an increase in price. Tickeron's analysis proposes that the odds of a continued upward trend are 74%.

The Momentum Indicator moved above the 0 level on October 30, 2026. You may want to consider a long position or call options on QS as a result. In 76 of 94 past instances where the momentum indicator moved above 0, the stock continued to climb. The odds of a continued upward trend are 81%.

The Moving Average Convergence Divergence (MACD) for QS just turned positive on October 22, 2026. Looking at past instances where QS's MACD turned positive, the stock continued to rise in 31 of 42 cases over the following month. The odds of a continued upward trend are 74%.

Following a +8.72% 3-day Advance, the price is estimated to grow further. Considering data from situations where QS advanced for three days, in 193 of 235 cases, the price rose further within the following month. The odds of a continued upward trend are 82%.

QS may jump back above the lower band and head toward the middle band. Traders may consider buying the stock or exploring call options.

Bearish Trend Analysis

Following a 3-day decline, the stock is projected to fall further. Considering past instances where QS declined for three days, the price rose further in 50 of 62 cases within the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are 89%.

The Aroon Indicator for QS entered a downward trend on October 26, 2026. This could indicate a strong downward move is ahead for the stock. Traders may want to consider selling the stock or buying put options.

Fundamental Analysis (Ratings)

The Tickeron PE Growth Rating for this company is 16 (best 1 - 100 worst), pointing to outstanding earnings growth. The PE Growth rating is based on a comparative analysis of stock PE ratio increase over the last 12 months compared against S&P 500 index constituents.

The Tickeron Valuation Rating of 30 (best 1 - 100 worst) indicates that the company is slightly undervalued in the industry. This rating compares market capitalization estimated by our proprietary formula with the current market capitalization. This rating is based on the following metrics, as compared to industry averages: P/B Ratio (2.418) is normal, around the industry mean (0.773). P/E Ratio (-6.149) is within average values for comparable stocks, (40.481). Projected Growth (PEG Ratio) (0.000) is also within normal values, averaging (1.494). Dividend Yield (0.000) settles around the average of (0.042) among similar stocks. P/S Ratio (0.000) is also within normal values, averaging (49.456).

The Tickeron Price Growth Rating for this company is 83 (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating slightly worse than average price growth. QS’s price grows at a lower rate over the last 12 months as compared to S&P 500 index constituents.

The Tickeron SMR rating for this company is 97 (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating weak sales and an unprofitable business model. SMR (Sales, Margin, Return on Equity) rating is based on comparative analysis of weighted Sales, Income Margin and Return on Equity values compared against S&P 500 index constituents. The weighted SMR value is a proprietary formula developed by Tickeron and represents an overall profitability measure for a stock.

The Tickeron Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for this company is 100 (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating that the returns do not compensate for the risks. QS’s unstable profits reported over time resulted in significant Drawdowns within these last five years. A stable profit reduces stock drawdown and volatility. The average Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for the industry is 89, placing this stock worse than average.