HONEYWELL ANNOUNCES QUANTINUUM'S PLAN TO MAKE CONFIDENTIAL SUBMISSION OF DRAFT REGISTRATION STATEMENT FOR PROPOSED INITIAL PUBLIC OFFERING

Rhea-AI Summary

Honeywell (NASDAQ: HON) announced on Jan 14, 2026 that Quantinuum LLC, a company majority owned by Honeywell, plans to make a confidential submission of a draft Form S-1 registration statement to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission relating to a proposed initial public offering of Quantinuum common stock.

The number of shares and price range have not been determined, and the offering is subject to market and other conditions and the completion of the SEC review process. The announcement does not constitute an offer to sell or solicitation to buy securities.

Positive

• Quantinuum intends confidential Form S-1 submission (Jan 14, 2026)
• Honeywell is identified as Quantinuum’s majority owner

Negative

• Number of shares and price range not yet determined
• Offering conditional on SEC review and market conditions

News Market Reaction

+1.31%

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+1.31% News Effect

On the day this news was published, HON gained 1.31%, reflecting a mild positive market reaction.

Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.

Market Reality Check

Price: $221.46 Vol: Volume 4,113,205 vs 20-da...

normal vol

$221.46 Last Close

Volume Volume 4,113,205 vs 20-day average 3,946,238 (relative volume 1.04x). normal

Technical Price $210.41, trading 12.96% below 52-week high $241.72 and 17.31% above 52-week low $179.36, slightly below 200-day MA $211.63.

Peers on Argus

HON up 0.81% with mixed peers: MMM +0.85%, OTTR +0.09%, VMI +0.01%, SEB +3.37%, ...

HON up 0.81% with mixed peers: MMM +0.85%, OTTR +0.09%, VMI +0.01%, SEB +3.37%, BBU -1.14%. Scanner did not flag a coordinated sector move.

Historical Context

5 past events · Latest: Jan 02 (Neutral)

Pattern 5 events

Date	Event	Sentiment	Move	Catalyst
Jan 02	Earnings date notice	Neutral	+0.4%	Set timetable for Q4 results and 2026 outlook call.
Dec 22	Guidance adjustment	Negative	-1.6%	Segment realignment, guidance lowered after Advanced Materials spin.
Dec 10	Board appointment	Positive	+1.0%	Added experienced former CEO Indra Nooyi to board.
Nov 11	AI collaboration	Positive	+2.2%	Announced AI-assisted control room pilot with TotalEnergies.
Nov 03	Spin-off leadership	Positive	-1.8%	Named CEO and chair for planned aerospace spin-off.

Pattern Detected

Recent news often saw price moves generally aligning with perceived tone; strategic spin/realignment headlines have produced both positive and negative reactions.

Recent Company History

Over the last few months, Honeywell has focused on portfolio reshaping and governance. It completed the Solstice Advanced Materials spin-off effective Oct 30, 2025 and later provided supplemental financials and adjusted 2025 guidance to reflect the new structure. The company also advanced an aerospace spin-off, naming leadership and confirming plans to separate in H2 2026. Governance was strengthened with the appointment of Indra Nooyi to the board. Against this backdrop, today’s Quantinuum IPO-related announcement adds another step in Honeywell’s ongoing portfolio evolution.

Market Pulse Summary

This announcement describes Quantinuum’s intention to confidentially submit a draft Form S-1 for a p...

Analysis

This announcement describes Quantinuum’s intention to confidentially submit a draft Form S-1 for a proposed initial public offering, with details such as share count and pricing still to be determined. The news follows Honeywell’s recent spin-off and portfolio actions, highlighting continued reshaping of its asset base. Investors should watch for the public filing of the registration statement, transaction terms, and any follow-on updates to Honeywell’s segment reporting and ownership interests in Quantinuum.

Key Terms

form s-1, u.s. securities and exchange commission, initial public offering

3 terms

form s-1 regulatory

"submission of a draft registration statement on Form S-1 to the U.S."

A Form S-1 is the registration filing a company submits to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission when it plans to offer stock to the public, most commonly for an initial public offering. Think of it as the company’s full disclosure packet or blueprint: it contains audited financials, business description, management background, risk factors and details of the offering, giving investors the information needed to judge the company’s financial health and potential risks before buying shares.

u.s. securities and exchange commission regulatory

"Form S-1 to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") relating"

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission is a government agency responsible for overseeing the stock market and protecting investors. It sets rules to ensure that companies share truthful information and that trading is fair, helping to maintain trust in the financial system. This oversight is important because it helps prevent fraud and ensures that investors can make informed decisions.

initial public offering financial

"relating to the proposed initial public offering of Quantinuum's common stock."

An initial public offering (IPO) is when a private company first sells its shares to the public and becomes a stock-listed company. It matters because it allows the company to raise money from a wide range of investors, helping it grow, while giving early shareholders a way to sell some of their ownership.

AI-generated analysis. Not financial advice.

CHARLOTTE, N.C., Jan. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Honeywell (NASDAQ: HON) today announced that Quantinuum LLC ("Quantinuum" or the "Company"), which is majority owned by Honeywell, plans to make a confidential submission of a draft registration statement on Form S-1 to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") relating to the proposed initial public offering of Quantinuum's common stock. The number of shares to be offered and the price range for the proposed offering have not yet been determined. The offering is subject to market and other conditions and the completion of the SEC's review process.

This press release is being made pursuant to, and in accordance with, Rule 135 under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the "Securities Act"), and shall not constitute an offer to sell, or the solicitation of an offer to buy, any securities. Any offers, solicitations or offers to buy, or any sales of securities, will be made in accordance with the registration requirements of the Securities Act.

Contacts:
Media	Investor Relations
Stacey Jones	Mark Macaluso
(980) 378-6258	(704) 627-6118
Stacey.Jones@honeywell.com	Mark.macaluso@honeywell.com

 

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SOURCE Honeywell

FAQ

What did Honeywell announce about Quantinuum on Jan 14, 2026 (HON)?

Honeywell said Quantinuum plans a confidential draft Form S-1 submission for a proposed IPO.

Has Quantinuum set the number of shares or price range for the proposed IPO?

No; the number of shares and the price range have not yet been determined.

Will the Quantinuum IPO proceed immediately after the Form S-1 submission?

No; the offering is subject to market and other conditions and the SEC's review process.

What does 'confidential submission' to the SEC mean for the Quantinuum IPO (HON)?

The company plans to submit a draft registration statement confidentially to the SEC before any public filing.

Does this announcement constitute an offer to sell Quantinuum securities?

No; the announcement specifies it does not constitute an offer or solicitation to buy or sell securities.