Core Viewpoint - Wedbush initiated coverage of IonQ, Inc. with an Outperform rating and a $60 price target, emphasizing the company's unique quantum computing technology and growing commercial momentum [1] Company Summary - IonQ's trapped-ion quantum computing architecture, developed over 25 years of academic research, is noted as a distinctive and powerful approach in the quantum computing sector [2] - The technology is still in its early stages, with current adoption limited to a small group of commercial, industrial, and academic users, but IonQ has established a strong and expanding sales pipeline [2] Financial Performance - IonQ's revenue increased significantly from $22 million in 2023 to $43 million in 2024, with projections indicating it will more than double again in 2025 to exceed $100 million [3] - Broader commercial adoption is identified as a key catalyst for IonQ and the quantum computing industry, despite the sector being in its infancy [3]

Key Takeaways IONQ reported two-qubit gate fidelities above 99.99% in October 2025, strengthening its early commercial case.RGTI plans a 150 qubit system by end-2026 after delivering a 100 qubit system in 2025.QUBT faces wide losses, minimal revenues and reliance on capital markets heading into 2026.Quantum computing has moved from speculative R&D toward commercial pathways in 2025, and industry forecasts now show material upside over the next decade. Many market research firms are seeing the quantum comput ...

Core Insights - As 2026 approaches, investors are encouraged to select stocks poised for significant gains, utilizing Richard Driehaus' "buy high and sell higher" strategy, which has proven effective in identifying leading momentum stocks [1][2] Momentum Stock Picks - Amazon.com, Inc. (AMZN), Vertiv Holdings Co (VRT), and Marvell Technology, Inc. (MRVL) are identified as momentum stocks benefiting from the current artificial intelligence (AI) boom [2] - The global AI market is projected to grow from $371.71 billion in 2025 to $2,407.02 billion by 2032, indicating substantial growth potential in this sector [2] Driehaus Strategy Overview - Driehaus emphasizes investing in stocks that are increasing in price rather than those in decline, suggesting a focus on momentum [3] - Key criteria for stock selection include the percentage 50-day moving average and positive relative strength, indicating an uptrend [4][5] Screening Parameters - Stocks are filtered using Zacks Rank 1 (Strong Buy) or 2 (Buy) and a Momentum Score of A or B, which historically show better upside potential [7][8] - Additional parameters include: - Last 5-year average EPS growth rates above 2% - Trailing 12-month EPS growth greater than 0 and above industry median - Last four-quarter average EPS surprise greater than 5% [9] Company-Specific Insights - **Amazon (AMZN)**: Key player in AI with AWS providing critical infrastructure; Zacks Rank 2, Momentum Score B, trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 22.5% [11] - **Vertiv (VRT)**: Provides essential power and cooling systems for AI data centers; Zacks Rank 2, Momentum Score B, trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 14.9% [12] - **Marvell (MRVL)**: Supplies networking and custom chip solutions for AI data centers; Zacks Rank 1, Momentum Score A, trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 1.2% [13]

—Phase 2b BiRCh Study of Brensocatib in CRSsNP Did Not Meet Primary or Secondary Efficacy Endpoints; Safety Consistent with Previous Studies; Insmed Discontinues CRSsNP Program— —Company Acquires Phase 2 Ready Monoclonal Antibody for Potential Respiratory and Immunological & Inflammatory Indications— BRIDGEWATER, N.J., Dec. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Insmed Incorporated (Nasdaq:INSM), a people-first global biopharmaceutical company striving to deliver first- and best-in-class therapies to transform the lives ...

BOISE, Idaho, Dec. 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Micron Technology, Inc. (Nasdaq: MU) today announced results for its first quarter of fiscal 2026, which ended November 27, 2025. Fiscal Q1 2026 highlights Revenue of $13.64 billion versus $11.32 billion for the prior quarter and $8.71 billion for the same period last yearGAAP net income of $5.24 billion, or $4.60 per diluted shareNon-GAAP net income of $5.48 billion, or $4.78 per diluted shareOperating cash flow of $8.41 billion versus $5.73 billion for the p ...

Paris, France and Sunnyvale, Calif, Dec. 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- VITEC, a global leader in IPTV and digital signage solutions, and Actelis Networks, Inc. (NASDAQ: ASNS) (“Actelis”), a market leader in cyber-hardened, rapid deployment networking solutions for IoT applications, today announced a new partnership to deliver IPTV and digital signage to facilities operating on legacy RF coaxial infrastructure. This robust, market-ready solution enables IP video distribution over existing coax cabling, elimin ...

TH103 showed mean 10-letter gain in visual acuity and rapid, robust anatomic improvement at Month 1, following a single injection TH103 was generally well tolerated, supporting further dose escalation beyond 2.5 mg TH103 showed a 27 to 51-fold lower plasma Cmax by pharmacokinetic analysis compared with current leading agents, indicative of increased intraocular retention Accelerating enrollment in ongoing Phase 1b/2 multi ascending dose-finding study; preliminary efficacy and safety data expected 2H 2026 K ...

About SEISEI (NASDAQ:SEIC) is a leading global provider of financial technology, operations, and asset management services within the financial services industry. SEI tailors its solutions and services to help clients more effectively deploy their capital—whether that's money, time, or talent—so they can better serve their clients and achieve their growth objectives. As of Sept. 30, 2025, SEI manages, advises, or administers approximately $1.8 trillion in assets. For more information, visit seic.com. | Inve ...

OAKS, Pa., Dec. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Board of Directors of SEI Investments Company (NASDAQ:SEIC) on Dec. 12, 2025 declared a regular semi-annual dividend of $0.52 per share, an increase from the prior semi-annual dividend of $0.49. The cash dividend will be payable to shareholders of record on Dec. 29, 2025, with a payment date of Jan. 12, 2026.About SEI®SEI (NASDAQ:SEIC) is a leading global provider of financial technology, operations, and asset management services within the financial services ind ...

Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - December 17, 2025) - Tajiri Resources Corp. (TSXV: TAJ) ("Tajiri" or the "Company") is pleased to report results of initial trenching from its majority-owned Yono Gold Property contiguous to the multi-million ounce gold endowmenti shared between the properties of G2 Goldfields Inc. "G2" and G Mining Ventures Corp. "GMin." Seven trenches reported today were excavated, except for YTR3 which tested better auger values along the northern boundary of the Property, ...