Monitor for updates on FTC review progress and timing of substantial compliance with the Second Request, as this will determine the new timeline for merger close. Delays beyond Q3 2026 could increase uncertainty.
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Executive Summary
IonQ and SkyWater received a Second Request from the FTC for additional information regarding their proposed merger, extending the regulatory review period. The companies still expect the deal to close in Q2 or Q3 2026, pending resolution of the FTC review.
Key Facts
- IonQ and SkyWater received a Second Request from the FTC on April 24, 2026, regarding antitrust review of their merger.
- The Second Request extends the Hart-Scott-Rodino waiting period until 30 days after both companies substantially comply with the request.
- The merger is still expected to close in Q2 or Q3 2026, subject to regulatory approval and other closing conditions.
- The companies are cooperating with the FTC and expect to respond promptly to the request.
Financial Impact
No immediate financial impact disclosed; merger remains subject to regulatory approval.
Risk Factors
- Regulatory delay or opposition from the FTC could prolong or prevent merger completion.
- Extended review period increases integration planning uncertainty and potential business disruption.
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Documents Analyzed
This report is based on 4 SEC documents filed with EDGAR.
| Document | Accession Number |
|---|---|
| 8-K Filing (Primary) | 0000950142-26-001187 |
| Document: 0000950142-26-001187-index-headers.html | 0000950142-26-001187 |
| Document: 0000950142-26-001187-index.html | 0000950142-26-001187 |
| Document: 0000950142-26-001187.txt | 0000950142-26-001187 |
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Sep 10, 2026 21d ago | 144 | $36.75 $39.13 | ▲ +6.48% | ▲ +6.70% | $44.60 (+21.37%) |
Sep 8, 2026 24d ago | 8-K | $40.47 $37.50 | ▼ −7.34% | ▼ −6.68% | $44.60 (+10.22%) |
Aug 28, 2026 4w ago | 8-K | $39.31 $43.89 | ▲ +11.65% | ▲ +11.79% | $44.60 (+13.47%) |
Aug 26, 2026 5w ago | 3 | $42.46 $37.64 | ▼ −11.35% | ▼ −10.58% | $44.60 (+5.05%) |
Aug 7, 2026 8w ago | 8-K | $44.43 $46.26 | ▲ +4.12% | ▲ +3.72% | $44.60 (+0.39%) |
Jul 31, 2026 9w ago | 8-K | $36.44 $44.43 | ▲ +21.93% | ▲ +18.42% | $44.60 (+22.41%) |
Jul 24, 2026 10w ago | Institutional Cluster | $32.84 $35.77 | ▲ +8.92% | ▲ +8.55% | $44.60 (+35.83%) |
Jun 23, 2026 14w ago | Insider Cluster | $57.85 $53.88 | ▼ −6.86% | ▼ −7.87% | $44.60 (−22.90%) |
Jun 16, 2026 15w ago | 144 | $56.06 $57.85 | ▲ +3.19% | ▲ +5.43% | $44.60 (−20.43%) |
Jun 11, 2026 16w ago | 144 | $46.87 awaiting T+5 | awaiting T+5 | — | $44.60 (+4.83%) |
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