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1. Immunity Bio, Inc. (IBRX) 5.32+1.11(+26.37%) At close: October 25 at 4:00 PM EDT 5.36+0.04(+0.72%)

ImmunityBio, Inc. stock known as IBRX experienced a growth of more than 26% on 25-October-2024, to the following aspects-

• CAR-NK Therapy Clinical Progress: Immunity Bio enrolled the first patients in Phase 1 trial of CAR-NK cell therapy which targets relapsed B-cell Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma patients; The achievement mirrors advancement in advanced immunotherapy portfolio

• New Buy Rating from EF Hutton: The investment firm begins with the coverage of Immunity Bio with a “Buy” rating with a very high price target on its shares. Cancer industry has been an area of interest for the company and Analysts pointed out that Anktiva is able to bring disruptive shift in cancer cure.

• Investor Optimism on Expanded Coverage: Anktiva, a treatment for bladder cancer developed by Immunity Bio has in the recent past received additional insurance coverage which grants patients easier access to use the drug. This development probably contributed to increasing investors’ confidence in the company’s commercial perspective.

2. ZEEKR Intelligent Technology Holding Limited (ZK) 28.85+5.74(+24.84%) At close: October 25 at 4:00 PM EDT 28.79-0.06(-0.21%)

There are three reasons why ZEEKR Intelligent Technology Holding Limited (ZK) had a stock price rise of 24.84%.

• Positive Quarterly Earnings Report: ZEEKR can have recently published the financial report, which revealed high revenues, growth in revenue, or better margins. A positive earning condition always results in a lift in the stock prices as more investors are encouraged to invest.

• Expansion in EV Production Capabilities: ZEEKR, which has already claimed its EV-centred strategy, could have declared new capacities or new investment plans, which would strengthen its position in the global EV market. Any news of such developments normally causes a spike in interest from investors imputing positive future revenues.

• Strategic Partnerships or Investments: There is a likelihood that the company may have signed new partnership deals or it has secured mega investments. Specifically, strategic partnerships with technology or automotive industry leaders or ZEEKR investing in cutting-edge technology can help bolster its market standing and growth potential and in turn lift stock prices.

3. Newell Brands Inc. (NWL) 8.73 +1.55 (+21.59%) At close: October 25 at 4:00 PM EDT 8.75 +0.02  (+0.23%)

Here are three possible explanations about why Newell Brands Inc. (NWL) stock grew by 21.59% on October 25^th 2024- 

• Strong Earnings Report: Newell Brands may have shared an upbeat quarterly result and achieved better actual numbers that market forecasts. Increases in revenues or decreases in costs, or in the overall profit margin lead to higher investor confidence if Newell has been able to show growth in its key division of consumer goods.

• Optimistic Forward Guidance or Strategic Initiatives: The company may have recently issued forward earnings estimates of high values or disclosed other management actions that were expected to improve efficiency, diversification of products, or operating margins. These types of investments including divestiture, restructuring and investment in high growth categories attract long-term investors.

Improved Consumer Demand or Market Conditions: More affirmative changes in the market trends such as an increase in the spending by a consumer on homes, health or outdoor products could have lifted Newell’s prospect. Higher demands in such sectors would in turn raise the sales expectations and consequently the stocks.

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• NuScale Power Corporation (SMR)  18.41+0.02(+0.11%)  At close: October 25 at 4:00 PM EDT 18.39-0.02(-0.11%)

NuScale Power Corporation (SMR) has a buzz as of a few recent factors given its focus on small modular reactor and nuclear power. Here are reasons-

• Government Support for Nuclear Energy: In recent years, the governments of various countries have expressed their support and interest in nuclear energy as the clean source of energy that can help them meet the global climate objectives. New fundings or recent regulation approval of nuclear technology might have helped in creating investor interest in NuScale because the company is into scalable nuclear reactor solutions.

• Project Milestones and Partnerships: NuScale could well have announced key project milestones or reached strategic partnerships that bring SMR technology more towards the market. Improvement in areas such as the grants of regulatory approvals, partnership with utilities or leading to pilot programs increases the company’s potential for growth and investors’ interest.

• Energy Market Demand and Positive Sentiment on Clean Energy: As the energy requirement grows and the importance of low carbon generation extends there is stronger and growing positive outlook on clean power technologies which has nuclear power as its part.

2. BABA-W (9988.HK) 97.250+1.900(+1.99%)

Alibaba Group Holding Limited (BABA-W, 9988.HK) stock is probably trending due to factors such as market change and positive investors’ disposition. Here are three key reasons:

• Improved Economic Outlook in China: Alibaba’s stock could be rising due to positive economic indicators or policy support for economic growth in China as the company is closely associated with consumer spending and digital commerce in the area. Some government policies include seeking to boost domestic consumption and generally, large e-commerce agency such as Alibaba tend to experience a positive impact.

• Strong Financial Performance or Earnings Update: Alibaba and a sharp boost may have recently released healthy quarterly results or signalled the recovery of a crucial platform or platform categories such as e-commerce, cloud, or logistics. Strong performance in these areas extends investors’ trust because these parts reveal their immunity or future growth possibilities in unfavourable environments.

• Anticipated Spin-Offs and Strategic Restructuring: Alibaba has been focusing on restructuring and possibly spin off its diverse functioning divisions, for instance, cloud computing or digital media. Such steps should help create value for shareholders as the company level diverges and each segment is dedicated to its market. They may regard this restructuring as a method of focusing on enhancing long-term profit and on the growth of shares’ popularity.

3. Oklo Inc. (OKLO)  19.11+1.05(+5.81%)  At close: October 25 at 4:00 PM EDT 19.00-0.11(-0.58%)

Oklo Inc. (OKLO) may be popular because of its work in advanced nuclear technology, and current affair situations. Here are three major factors that may be encouraging investors to take an interest in the stock-

• Advances in Nuclear Technology and Licensing: Oklo is for a small, sophisticated generation-IV nuclear reactors that is intended to deliver clean and safe power. If Oklo has advanced in terms of securing regulatory clearances or coming up with new technological solutions the demand among investors would undoubtedly increase as nuclear energy is being portrayed more and more as a green energy solution.

• Strategic Partnerships or Funding News: Oklo may have recently finalized the acquisition of funds from private entities or from government tenders that will help broaden its development portfolio, or funds from business partnerships that will fund the commercialization of microreactor technology. Such announcements are considered as approval of the potential of the company and it causes movement in stock.

Growing Demand for Clean Energy Solutions: As the global push towards clean, sustainable energy accelerates, firms in the advanced nuclear reactors space are gaining attention. Due to strategic location, the fact that Oklo’s reactors constitute a scalable and safe technology for the generation of clean power makes it poised to gain a greater market share in a low carbon economy. Perhaps, this overall market trend could be increasing the interest and the investments of people in the stock of Oklo.