Applied Therapeutics, PowerFleet, VF Corp, Victoria's Secret And Other Big Stocks Moving Higher On Wednesday
Portfolio Pulse from Avi Kapoor
Several US-listed stocks saw significant gains on Wednesday. Applied Therapeutics surged 72% after the FDA decided an advisory committee meeting was unnecessary. Intuitive Machines rose 52% following a NASA contract award. PowerFleet increased 13% due to an acquisition agreement. Other notable gainers include Bausch + Lomb, Braskem, i-80 Gold, Terns Pharmaceuticals, V.F. Corporation, Gannett, Gyre Therapeutics, Victoria's Secret, and e.l.f. Beauty.

September 18, 2024 | 1:57 pm
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PowerFleet gained 13% after announcing a $200 million acquisition of Fleet Complete.
The acquisition of Fleet Complete is expected to expand PowerFleet's market reach and capabilities, positively impacting its stock price.
CONFIDENCE 100
IMPORTANCE 80
RELEVANCE 100
POSITIVE IMPACT
Applied Therapeutics shares soared 72% after the FDA decided an advisory committee meeting was not needed.
The FDA's decision to forgo an advisory committee meeting is a positive regulatory development, likely reducing uncertainty and boosting investor confidence.
CONFIDENCE 100
IMPORTANCE 90
RELEVANCE 100
POSITIVE IMPACT
Intuitive Machines shares surged 52% after securing a NASA contract worth up to $4.82 billion.
Winning a significant NASA contract enhances Intuitive Machines' revenue potential and market position, driving the stock price higher.
CONFIDENCE 100
IMPORTANCE 85
RELEVANCE 100
POSITIVE IMPACT
V.F. Corporation shares rose 6.9% after an analyst upgrade from Barclays.
The upgrade from Barclays likely increased investor confidence, contributing to the stock's rise.
CONFIDENCE 100
IMPORTANCE 75
RELEVANCE 100
POSITIVE IMPACT
Victoria's Secret shares increased 5.9% after a Barclays analyst upgrade.
The analyst upgrade from Barclays likely boosted investor sentiment, leading to a rise in the stock price.
CONFIDENCE 100
IMPORTANCE 70
RELEVANCE 100