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Quantum Computing posts a wider loss, and revenues lag estimates. However, milestones in quantum tech, NASA contract and index inclusion mark growth steps.

Investors need to pay close attention to LTM stock based on the movements in the options market lately.

Bitdeer Technologies Group (BTDR) came out with a quarterly loss of $0.76 per share versus the Zacks Consensus Estimate of a loss of $0.19. This compares to earnings of $0.03 per share a year ago.

NanoViricides (NYSE-A:NNVC) said on Monday that its experimental broad-spectrum antiviral drug NV-387, now advancing into Phase II clinical trials, may help lower the risk of metastatic cancer returning in patients following viral infections. The company said recent studies have found that inflammation, particularly elevated levels of the cytokine IL-6 caused by infections such as COVID-19 and influenza, can reactivate dormant cancer cells, leading to the resurgence of metastatic disease.

Lumen Technologies is transforming via AI-driven deals, boosting deferred revenue and setting up for future earnings growth despite current revenue declines. The company's improved free cash flow outlook, supported by Congressional legislation, enhances its ability to reduce debt and/or invest in growth. Recent debt refinancing and the pending AT&T consumer fiber sale will significantly lower interest expenses and strengthen the balance sheet.

Since reporting Q2 2025 earnings, Kratos Defense & Security Solutions NASDAQ: KTOS has continued to be one of the most impressive defense stocks of the year.

EWC offers targeted exposure to Canadian equities, mainly large and mid-cap companies, providing diversification for US-focused portfolios. Despite my prior caution, EWC has outperformed the S&P 500 over the past year, proving my earlier assessment too conservative. The fund remains a valuable tool for balancing geographic risk, especially for investors heavily weighted in US stocks.

HD leverages its 2024 SRS acquisition with a planned GMS deal, expanding Pro offerings and fueling future growth.

President Trump will meet with Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy and other European leaders to discuss the war in Ukraine, something Kevin Hincks expects to moves markets to start the trading week. Also on the docket: Jackson Hole and what will likely be Fed chair Jerome Powell's final speech at the summit.

American Water Works, a utility company that provides water and wastewater services in the IS, is now a $28 billion (by market cap) major water utility. AWK increased its dividend for 18 consecutive years, with a 10-year dividend growth rate of 9.5%. The company advanced its revenue from $3.2 billion in FY 2015 to $4.7 billion in FY 2024, a compound annual growth rate of 4.4%.

Strategic investment is accelerating the transformation of employer-focused obesity solutions to boost adherence, retention and deliver breakthrough health outcomes with cost savings DUBLIN , Aug. 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Aon plc (NYSE: AON), a leading global professional services firm, today announced a strategic investment in eMed Population Health, Inc., an emerging leader in the delivery of GLP-1 programs. The partnership will enhance employer sponsored access to GLP-1 therapies and scale solutions for obesity.

DTSS' Acoustic innovation Addresses the Healthcare Application Market Projected to Exceed $100 Billion in China and Approach $90 Billion Globally by 2030 BEIJING , Aug. 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Datasea Inc. (NASDAQ: DTSS) ("Datasea" or the "Company"), a Nevada-based technology enterprise specializing in advanced acoustic high-tech products and AI multimodal digital solutions, today announced a milestone breakthrough in its acoustic technology. The Company has successfully achieved an exciting leap forward in its acoustic core technologies with the integration of sound wave coupling with AI; the first application for this innovative technology will be precision health management and clinical intervention.

SALT LAKE CITY , Aug. 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Co-Diagnostics, Inc. (Nasdaq: CODX) (the "Company" or "Co-Dx"), a molecular diagnostics company with a unique, patented platform for the development of molecular diagnostic tests, today announced that it will be hosting a booth at the 17th Annual Next Generation Dx Summit, held virtually and in-person at the Capital Hilton in Washington, D.C. on August 18-20, 2025.

Strengthens Intellectual Property Estate for REQORSA Oncology Program with Immune Checkpoint Inhibitors AUSTIN, Texas , Aug. 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Genprex, Inc. ("Genprex" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: GNPX ), a clinical-stage gene therapy company focused on developing life-changing therapies for patients with cancer and diabetes, today announced that the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office has issued a Notice of Allowance for a patent to Genprex that covers the use of the Company's lead drug candidate, Reqorsa® Gene Therapy, in combination with PD-L1 antibodies, such as Tecentriq®. Similarly, the European Patent Office has issued a Notice of Allowance to Genprex for …

Walmart faces margin pressure and slowing annual revenue growth, with inflation and tariffs posing additional risks to profitability and consumer demand. Recent results showed modest revenue growth and strong e-commerce and advertising gains, but net margins remain under pressure and debt levels have increased. Valuation appears stretched, with the stock trading well above five-year averages and a low dividend yield offering little downside protection.

Double the tenders, double the flavor DALLAS , Aug. 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Wingstop (NASDAQ: WING) is doubling down on flavor with the next Wingstop Drop – and this time, it is all about tenders. Starting today, August 18, through Sunday, August 24, fans can score Wingstop's newest menu innovation (and more of it) with Buy-One-Get-One free 4-piece tenders*.

Ocean Power Technologies Inc (NYSE-A:OPTT) announced it has opened a new office at the Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) headquarters in Washington, DC, expanding its US presence and strengthening ties with the uncrewed systems industry. The company said the office underscores its commitment to advancing uncrewed systems operations and national policy engagement.

ATHENS, Greece, Aug. 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Performance Shipping Inc. (NASDAQ: PSHG) (“we” or the “Company”), a global shipping company specializing in the ownership of tanker vessels, today announced that it has entered into a time charter contract with Pakistan National Shipping Corporation (“PNSC” or the “Charterer”) for its M/T P. Aliki, a 105,304 DWT LR2 Aframax tanker, built in 2010.

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