Are there any quantum computing ETFs?

Yes, there were three dedicated quantum computing ETFs in mid-2026. The biggest by far is the Defiance Quantum ETF. It has nearly $5.8 billion in AUM and tracks 89 companies working in research and development or commercializing systems and materials related to quantum computing. Meanwhile, the recently launched (late 2025) WisdomTree Quantum Computing Fund has over $335 million in AUM and holds 45 companies selected using a proprietary framework developed by Classiq, a leader in quantum software. Additionally, the Global X AI Semiconductor and Quantum ETF (launched in late 2025) has almost $230 million in AUM and holds more than 38 AI semiconductor and quantum stocks.

How to invest in quantum computing?

Anyone interested in quantum computing can invest in companies in the sector. Options include pure-play companies such as Quantinuum and IonQ, as well as larger tech giants such as Microsoft and Nvidia. An alternative is to invest in a quantum ETF such as the Defiance Quantum ETF, which focuses solely on Quantum Computing.

Which company is leading in quantum computing?

Many consider IBM the current leader in quantum computing. The company launched its Quantum System Two, a modular quantum computer powered by its Heron chip. However, Alphabet's Google is catching up to the iconic technology company. In late 2025, it revealed its landmark quantum computing algorithm. According to Google, the new algorithm (Quantum Echoes), which runs on its quantum chip (Willow), is 13,000 times faster than the most sophisticated classical supercomputer algorithm.

Are quantum ETFs high-risk investments?

Quantum ETFs are high-risk investments. Quantum computing is still an emerging technology, and many early-stage companies are not yet profitable. ETFs focused on quantum computing stocks can be highly volatile.

Are Quantum ETFs profitable yet?

Some of the larger technology companies investing in quantum computing are highly profitable. However, many early-stage quantum computing companies aren't yet profitable.

What's the difference between a pure quantum ETF and a hybrid ETF?

A pure quantum ETF focuses on companies at the forefront of quantum computing. On the other hand, a hybrid ETF might focus on a range of emerging technologies, such as quantum computing, AI, and robotics.

How do quantum ETFs differ from AI or semiconductor ETFs?

Quantum ETFs aim to focus solely on companies with meaningful exposure to quantum computing. Meanwhile, AI and semiconductor ETFs focus more broadly on emerging technologies such as AI, cloud computing, and quantum computing.

3 Best Quantum Computing ETFs for 2026 and How to Invest

Learn about the ETFs that provide exposure to the field of quantum computing.

By Matthew DiLallo – Updated Aug 13, 2026 at 11:24 AM EST | Fact-checked by Frank Bass

Key Points

Quantum computing ETFs provide focused investment in a promising, emerging technology.
The Defiance Quantum ETF, Global X AI & Quantum ETF, and WisdomTree Quantum Fund are top picks.
Investing in quantum computing ETFs can be a strategic move to target this high-growth tech trend.

Quantum computing exchange-traded funds (ETFs) offer targeted exposure to the world of quantum computing. This technology has made great strides in recent years and is becoming increasingly affordable to develop and build. That's good news because the demand for more powerful computing is ballooning with the expansion of cloud computing, the proliferation of digital devices, and the dawn of the artificial intelligence (AI) era.

Quantum computing could emerge as a key technology and investment trend in the decades ahead. But because the industry is still in its infancy, the best way to invest could be through a quantum computing ETF.

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Three top quantum computing ETFs for 2026

Quantum computing is still an emerging industry. As a result, some of the sector-focused ETFs are relatively new and still small. Here are the three top ETFs focused specifically on quantum computing stocks:

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Ticker Information Table
Name and ticker	Current price
Defiance Quantum ETF (NASDAQ:QTUM)	$153.25
Global X Funds - Global X Ai Semiconductor & Quantum ETF (NASDAQ:CHPX)	$102.16
Wisdomtree Trust - Quantum Computing Fund (NYSEMKT:WQTM)	$32.20

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1. Defiance Quantum ETF

NASDAQ: QTUM

Defiance Quantum ETF

Today's Change

(1.07%) $1.63

Current Price

$153.25

Key Data Points

AUM

$5.6B

Dividend Yield

0.92%

Expense Ratio

0.40%

Top Holdings

3443.TW

2.29%

ARQQ

2.12%

NET

1.82%

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Defiance Quantum ETF (QTUM +1.07%) is the largest exchange-traded fund (ETF) dedicated to the quantum computing industry. The fund launched in September 2018. It had had over $5.7 billion in total net assets under management (AUM) as of mid-2026 across 89 holdings. Its five largest holdings are:

Arqit Quantum (ARQQ -0.46%): 2.0% of its net assets.
Horizon Quantum (HQ +0.40%): 1.7%
Cloudflare (NET +1.07%): 1.6%
Snowflake (SNOW +0.72%): 1.6%
Radnet (RDNT -1.80%): 1.5%

The fund's holdings are primarily semiconductor and software companies working on quantum computing in one form or another. It had a reasonable expense ratio of 0.40%. That works out to $4 in annual fees for every $1,000 invested. The fund has delivered exceptional returns since inception (25.6% annualized).

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2. WisdomTree Quantum Computing Fund

NYSEMKT: WQTM

Wisdomtree Trust - Quantum Computing Fund

Today's Change

(0.44%) $0.14

Current Price

$32.20

Key Data Points

AUM

$349M

Expense Ratio

0.45%

Top Holdings

IONQ

6.57%

QNT

6.47%

RGTI

5.70%

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The Defiance Quantum ETF had the market to itself for many years. However, that changed in late 2025 with the launch of the WisdomTree Quantum Computing Fund. The fund aims to provide targeted exposure to companies driving innovation across the quantum computing ecosystem. Its strategy combines investment in pure-play quantum computing pioneers with diversified global technology leaders. It uses a proprietary framework that it co-developed with quantum software leader Classiq.

The young fund had $336.5 million in AUM across 45 holdings in mid-2026. The five largest are:

Quantinuum (QNT -2.87%): 6.9% of its assets
Rigetti Computing (RGTI -0.76%): 5.4%
D-Wave Quantum (NYSE:QBTS): 5.3%
Ionq (IONQ +0.30%): 4.4%
Microsoft (MSFT -0.02%): 3.6%

The ETF had a reasonable expense ratio of 0.45%.

3. Global X AI Semiconductor & Quantum ETF

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NASDAQ: CHPX

Global X Funds - Global X Ai Semiconductor & Quantum ETF

Today's Change

(1.06%) $1.07

Current Price

$102.16

Key Data Points

AUM

$116M

Dividend Yield

0.03%

Expense Ratio

0.50%

Top Holdings

13.25%

TSM

10.51%

NVDA

9.90%

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The Global X AI Semiconductor & Quantum ETF (NYSEMKT:CHPX) also launched in late 2025. This fund invests in companies capitalizing on advances in the AI semiconductor and quantum computing ecosystems. The fund had $229.5 million in AUM across 38 holdings in mid-2026. Its top five are:

Micron Technology (MU +3.03%): 11.9% of its net assets.
Taiwan Semiconductor (TSM +0.66%): 10.4%
Nvidia (NVDA +1.09%): 10.2%
Broadcom (AVGO -2.15%): 9.9%
ASML Holdings (ASML -0.18%): 4.9%.

This fund had an expense ratio of 0.5%.

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How to buy quantum computing ETFs

Open your brokerage app: Log in to your brokerage account where you handle your investments. If you don't have one yet, take a look at our favorite brokers and trading platforms to find the right one for you.
Search for the ETF: Enter the ticker into the search bar to bring up the stock's trading page.
Decide how many shares to buy: Consider your investment goals and how much of your portfolio you want to allocate to this fund.
Select order type: Choose between a market order to buy at the current price or a limit order to specify the maximum price you're willing to pay.
Submit your order: Confirm the details and submit your buy order.
Review your purchase: Check your portfolio to ensure your order was filled as expected and adjust your investment strategy accordingly.

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Benefits and risks of investing in quantum computing ETFs

Investing in quantum computing ETFs has its share of pros and cons. Some of the benefits include:

Broad exposure: These funds offer well-diversified exposure to the quantum computing industry before it gains widespread commercialization.
Many lower-risk holdings: These ETFs invest in established semiconductor and software companies that are not solely dependent on quantum computing, which could provide some stability to the funds' performance over time.
Strong return potential: In its short history, the Defiance Quantum ETF has delivered a more than 500% return (as of mid-2026), driven by overall growth in the technology sector rather than by quantum computing specifically.

However, investing in quantum computing ETFs isn't without risk. Some of the notable risk factors include:

Nacent industry: Many quantum computing companies are early-stage start-ups that might not live up to expectations.
Small funds: Some quantum computing ETFs are very small, leaving them at risk of closure and liquidating.
Underperformance potential: A quantum computing ETF could meaningfully underperform the top quantum computing stocks.

Methodology: How these ETFs were chosen

There were only three ETFs focused on quantum computing as of mid-2026. While there are other ETFs with some exposure to quantum computing stocks, this ETF trio provides the purest exposure to the sector. They represent the best way to get in on the ground floor of this emerging technology without investing directly in quantum computing stocks.

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Should you invest in quantum computing ETFs

Quantum computing has taken a quantum leap from theory to reality in recent years, driven by technological breakthroughs from several companies. As a result, investment in the sector could soar in the coming years, driving rapid revenue growth for quantum computing companies.

According to McKinsey, quantum computing revenue could rise from $4 billion in 2024 to $72 billion by 2035. That rapid revenue growth could boost the stock prices of quantum computing companies and the related ETFs that hold them. This growth potential makes these funds an intriguing option for investors seeking to gain exposure to this promising sector.

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About the Author

Matt DiLallo has been a contributing Motley Fool stock analyst specializing in the energy, industrials, and real estate sectors since 2012. He also covers dividend-paying stocks, pre-IPO companies, ETFs, and other investing topics. He holds an MBA from Liberty University.

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3 Best Quantum Computing ETFs for 2026 and How to Invest

Learn about the ETFs that provide exposure to the field of quantum computing.

Key Points

Three top quantum computing ETFs for 2026

1. Defiance Quantum ETF

NASDAQ: QTUM

Key Data Points

2. WisdomTree Quantum Computing Fund

NYSEMKT: WQTM

Key Data Points

3. Global X AI Semiconductor & Quantum ETF

NASDAQ: CHPX

Key Data Points

How to buy quantum computing ETFs

Benefits and risks of investing in quantum computing ETFs

Methodology: How these ETFs were chosen

Should you invest in quantum computing ETFs

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Key Data Points

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