The latest manufacturing output index shows signs of expansion after months of stagnation. Investors are selectively investing money in stocks in industrial automation firms. But I think the idea of QCi needing to carry out a forward split is highly optimistic. The main selling point for this company is its photonics technology, which allows its quantum systems to function at room temperature. While this is valuable, rival IonQ also has systems that can operate at room temperature through its trapped-ion technology. Why we ask for feedback Your feedback helps us improve our content and services. It takes less than a minute to complete. The VIX volatility index fell to 14.2, signaling calmer equities outlook. Investors are increasingly comfortable investing money in stocks amid reduced short-term risk perception.