In an electrifying turn of events, Fusion Pharmaceuticals Inc. FUSN saw its shares skyrocket in today’s pre-market trading following the announcement of its acquisition by AstraZeneca for a staggering $2 billion in cash.
Fusion Pharmaceuticals shares surged an astounding 94.5% to $20.71 in pre-market trading, propelling the company to new heights.
The stock market is a dynamic stage where every player hopes for their “moment in the spotlight.” Here is a snapshot of some other stocks making waves in pre-market trading before the opening bell.
Thrivers
- Ontrak, Inc. OTRK witnessed an impressive 84.2% surge to $0.35 in pre-market trading, showcasing an unexpected twist of fate.
- Zoomcar Holdings, Inc. ZCAR rose by a noteworthy 59.3% to $1.88 in pre-market trading. The strategic alliance with EaseMyTrip unveiled a new avenue of growth for the company in the vast expanse of India.
- Chijet Motor Company, Inc. CJET exhibited a solid 26.8% climb to $0.7357 in pre-market trading, building on its momentum from the previous day.
- Li-Cycle Holdings Corp. LICY demonstrated a significant 25.5% surge to $1.38 in pre-market trading, fueled by a recent injection of $75 million investment from Glencore.
- National CineMedia, Inc. NCMI managed a commendable 23.2% gain to $5.20 in pre-market trading, powered by robust fourth-quarter results and a promising outlook for the first quarter.
- Verb Technology Company, Inc. VERB orchestrated an 18.9% surge to $0.4276 in pre-market trading, bouncing back vigorously post a decline the previous day. The launch of Market.live’s innovative integration sparked newfound enthusiasm.
- Spire Global, Inc. SPIR showcased a 17.4% increase to $14.42 in pre-market trading following a groundbreaking collaboration with NVIDIA to redefine weather prediction using AI.
- Spectaire Holdings Inc. SPEC elevated by 17.3% to $1.22 in pre-market trading, sustaining its upward trajectory from the day before.
- Augmedix, Inc. AUGX clinched a solid 14.7% ascent to $3.82 in pre-market trading, powered by an optimistic performance in the fourth quarter.
Underperformers
- Greenwave Technology Solutions, Inc. GWAV witnessed a sharp 53.6% decline to $0.1730 in pre-market trading after a previous surge the day before.
- JOANN Inc. JOAN dwindled by 19.5% to $0.1474 in pre-market trading, following a downward trend from the day prior. The strategic moves to reduce debt did not resonate well with investors.
- ShiftPixy, Inc. PIXY experienced a 17.1% dip to $5.64 in pre-market trading after a monumental 100% surge the day before.
- Acutus Medical, Inc. AFIB plummeted by 15% to $0.2227 in pre-market trading post a substantial surge the previous day. The newly granted patent was not enough to sustain the momentum.
- Alpine 4 Holdings, Inc. ALPP dropped by 14.1% to $0.61 in pre-market trading, facing a slight decline after the previous day’s proceedings.
- Wearable Devices Ltd. WLDS recorded a substantial 14% decline to $0.50 in pre-market trading, retracting some gains after a significant leap the day before. The ambitious report stirred up some skepticism among investors.
- DLocal Limited DLO saw a sharp 13.3% tumble to $15.77 in pre-market trading following a mixed bag of fourth-quarter results and strategic announcements.
- StoneCo Ltd. STNE witnessed a 9.8% decline to $15.75 in pre-market trading post its fourth-quarter financial report publication.
- Portage Biotech Inc. PRTG dipped by 9.7% to $0.5194 in pre-market trading after a modest gain the day before.
- MicroStrategy Incorporated MSTR observed a 9.2% drop to $1,365.00, enduring a setback post announcement of its convertible senior notes offering.
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