QuantumScape Corporation
QSConsumer CyclicalNASDAQAuto Parts
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Daily timeframeHeadquartered within the consumer cyclical sector, QuantumScape Corporation focuses on Auto Parts services and products. QuantumScape Corporation, together with its subsidiaries, develops solid-state lithium-metal battery technology for electric vehicles and other applications in the United States. The company carries a $3.60B market cap, placing it firmly in the mid-cap category. The company was founded in 2010 and is headquartered in San Jose, California.
Market Cap
$3.60B
Beta
2.62
P/E (TTM)
—
P/E (Fwd)
-8.64
EPS (TTM)
$-0.70
EPS (Fwd)
$-0.68
ROE
-38.0%
ROA
-23.0%
Cash
$904.7M
Total Debt
$69.2M
Free CF
-$148.6M
52W Change
-60.0%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
The balance sheet looks solid with $904.7M in cash comfortably exceeding the $69.2M debt load. A net cash position generally provides financial flexibility during uncertain economic periods. Free cash flow is running at -$148.6M, which bears watching. Negative free cash flow can be acceptable during heavy investment periods but needs to improve over time. ROE of -38.0% points to negative capital efficiency, indicating how much profit the company produces per dollar of shareholder equity.
QuantumScape Corporation's elevated beta suggests the stock experiences more pronounced price movements than the overall market, which increases both upside potential and downside risk. The strong cash position relative to debt provides a financial cushion that reduces balance sheet risk. Negative free cash flow means the company is currently spending more than it generates, which may require future fundraising or debt if the trend continues. Understanding these risk dimensions helps frame what to watch going forward as conditions evolve for QuantumScape Corporation and its sector.