IonQ, Inc. 10-K

Item 7A. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk. Interest Rate Risk We had cash, cash equivalents and available-for-sale securities of $363.8 million as of December 31, 2024. We hold our cash and cash equivalents for working capital purposes. Our cash and cash equivalents are held in cash and checking deposits, money market funds, and U.S government and agency securities. Our investments are held in corporate notes and bonds and U.S. government and agency securities. The primary objective of our investment activities is to preserve principal while at the same time maximizing yields without significantly increased risk. To achieve this objective, we invest in highly liquid securities depending on our strategic cash needs. Due to the nature of these instruments, we believe that we do not have any material exposure to changes in the fair value due to changes in interest rates. Declines in interest rates, however, would reduce our future interest income. Further, in the event of a significant decline in interest rates, we would consider taking actions to further mitigate our exposure to the change. Concentration of Credit Risk We deposit our cash, cash equivalents, restricted cash and investments with large, reputable financial institutions, and, at times, such balances may exceed federally insured limits. Item 8. Consolidated Financial Statements and Supplementary Data. The consolidated financial statements, together with the report of our independent registered public accounting firm, required by this item are set forth beginning on page F-1 of this Annual Report. Item 9. Changes in and Disagreements With Accountants on Accounting and Financial Disclosure. None.