12 Health Care Stocks Moving In Wednesday's Pre-Market Session
Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Insights
In Wednesday's pre-market session, several healthcare stocks experienced significant movements. Kura Oncology (KURA) saw a substantial rise of 39.6%, while Redhill Biopharma (RDHL) and Akanda (AKAN) also posted notable gains. Conversely, AquaBounty Techs (AQB) and vTv Therapeutics (VTVT) were among the stocks that faced declines. The movements reflect changes in the market value of these companies' outstanding shares.

January 24, 2024 | 1:05 pm
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AquaBounty Techs stock fell by 16.5% to $2.02, with a market cap of $7.7 million.
The significant pre-market decline for AquaBounty Techs could indicate negative news or investor sentiment, likely leading to a short-term downward trend in stock price.
CONFIDENCE 85
IMPORTANCE 85
RELEVANCE 100
NEGATIVE IMPACT
vTv Therapeutics' shares decreased by 6.84% to $8.72, with a market cap of $17.7 million.
The drop in vTv Therapeutics' stock price in pre-market trading could reflect short-term bearish sentiment, potentially leading to further declines.
CONFIDENCE 80
IMPORTANCE 75
RELEVANCE 100
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Akanda's stock rose by 17.33% to $0.44, with a market cap of $2.4 million.
Akanda's pre-market increase may attract investor attention, potentially leading to further short-term price increases.
CONFIDENCE 75
IMPORTANCE 70
RELEVANCE 100
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Kura Oncology stock rose significantly by 39.6% to $18.73, with a market cap of $1.3 billion.
The substantial pre-market gain for Kura Oncology suggests positive investor sentiment or potentially favorable news, which could lead to continued short-term upward price momentum.
CONFIDENCE 85
IMPORTANCE 90
RELEVANCE 100
POSITIVE IMPACT
Redhill Biopharma's stock increased by 24.51% to $1.11, with a market cap of $21.8 million.
The significant pre-market rise in Redhill Biopharma's stock price could be indicative of positive developments, leading to potential short-term gains.
CONFIDENCE 80
IMPORTANCE 80
RELEVANCE 100