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The corporate #earnings calendar for Thursday, March 26, 2026 After Market Close Daré Bioscience ( $DARE): Clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company reporting full-year 2025 financial results. Insight Molecular Diagnostics ( $IMDX): Diagnostics firm reporting Q4 2025 results followed by a live investor webinar. Applied Genetic Technologies ( $AGTC): Gene therapy biotech firm expected to provide a quarterly operational update. Progress Software ( $PRGS): Infrastructure software provider confirmed to report quarterly results at 4:05 PM ET. Oxford Industries ( $OXM): Apparel company ( owner of Tommy Bahama and Lily Pulitzer) expected to report Q4 results. #USStockMarket #EarningsCalendar #Investing #BMO #AMC #StockMarketUpdate

pre-market Top Gainers 🔹 Olaplex Holdings ( $OLPX): +47% after Henkel agreed to acquire the company for $1.4B. 🔹 Advanced Micro Devices ( $AMD): +7.26% amid semiconductor rebound. 🔹 Intel Corporation ( $INTC): +7.08% on strong foundry outlook. 🔹 Alnylam Pharmaceuticals ( $ALNY): +6.70% on positive clinical data. 🔹 Marvell Technology ( $MRVL): +6.59% driven by AI demand. 🔹 Equitable Holdings ( $EQH): +2% after $22B merger with Corebridge Financial.

High Beta / Pre-Market Movers 🚀 Olaplex Holdings ( $OLPX): +47% on acquisition news. 🚀 EpicQuest Education ( $EEIQ): +115% on heavy speculative volume. 🚀 Fitness Champs Holdings ( $FCHL): +78% surge. 🚀 Equitable Holdings ( $EQH): +2% on merger news. 🚀 Southland Holdings ( $SLND): +34% strong momentum. 🚀 Navan Inc. ( $NAVN): +24% on business updates. 🔻 Newmont ( $NEM) / Barrick Gold ( $GOLD): Down on gold price correction. 🔻 Tesla ( $TSLA), Amazon ( $AMZN), Meta ( $META): Slight declines on rising yields. 🔻 Micron Technology ( $MU): -3% after recent rally. 🔻 Li Bang International ( $LBGJ): -22% sharp fall. 🔻 Visionary Holdings ( $GV): -22% reversal.

U.S. Pre-Market Movers & Futures | March 26, 2026 Top Losers 🔻 Newmont Corporation ( $NEM): -2.8% as gold prices declined. 🔻 Sibanye Stillwater ( $SBSW): -3.7% tracking metals weakness. 🔻 Harmony Gold ( $HMY): -3% after bullion correction. 🔻 Eos Energy Enterprises ( $EOSE): Down after Q4 earnings miss. 🔻 SanDisk Corporation ( $SNDK): -3.5% on cautious NAND outlook.

Most active tickers in pre-market trading: $LNKS – Linkers Industries $LBGJ – Li Bang $OLPX – Olaplex $EEIQ – Elite Education $BOXL – Boxlight $AIFF – Firefly Neuroscience $WNW – Meiwu Technology $FCHL – Fitness Champs Common Stock $RBNE – Robin Energy $MGN – Megan $BURU – Nuburu $DVLT – Datavault AI $SLND – Southland $HCTI – Healthcare Triangle $RDGT – Ridgetech #USMarkets #Premarket #Stocks #Trading #WallStreet #StockMarket #Investing #TopMovers

U.S. Pre-Market Movers & Futures | March 26, 2026 U.S. stock index futures are trading lower as investors react to Middle East tensions and shifting Federal Reserve rate expectations. Top Gainers 🔹 Olaplex Holdings ( $OLPX): +47% after Henkel agreed to acquire the company for $1.4B. 🔹 Advanced Micro Devices ( $AMD): +7.26% amid semiconductor rebound. 🔹 Intel Corporation ( $INTC): +7.08% on strong foundry outlook. 🔹 Alnylam Pharmaceuticals ( $ALNY): +6.70% on positive clinical data. 🔹 Marvell Technology ( $MRVL): +6.59% driven by AI demand. 🔹 Equitable Holdings ( $EQH): +2% after $22B merger with Corebridge Financial.

President Trump posted a statement on Truth Social at approximately 6:16 a.m. ET on March 26, 2026. He said “the USA needs nothing from NATO,” signaling no reliance on alliance support. Trump added “never forget,” framing the moment as a warning to allies. He described the situation as a historically significant turning point for NATO relations. “NATO NATIONS HAVE DONE ABSOLUTELY NOTHING TO HELP WITH THE LUNATIC NATION, NOW MILITARILY DECIMATED, OF IRAN. THE U.S.A. NEEDS NOTHING FROM NATO, BUT ‘NEVER FORGET’ THIS VERY IMPORTANT POINT IN TIME!” #Trump #NATO #USPolitics #Geopolitics #GlobalAlliances #BreakingNews

ESCALATION LOOMS IN US–IRAN CONFLICT Trump threatens to intensify the conflict after Iran rejects peace talks. Israel claims it killed an IRGC naval commander linked to Strait of Hormuz disruptions (not confirmed by Iran). The U.S. is considering a “final blow,” including possible ground troops and large-scale bombing (Axios). Brent crude is heading for its biggest monthly surge since 1990 amid rising tensions. #Iran #USA #Israel #Geopolitics #MiddleEast #OilPrices #BrentCrude #GlobalMarkets #BreakingNews

Initial Jobless Claims report (March 26, 2026): 📊 Headline Data Initial Claims: 210,000 (week ending March 21, 2026). Consensus Estimate: 210,000 → In line. Prior Week (revised): 205,000 → up 5,000. Trend: Still at historically low levels, signaling resilience in the labor market. 📈 Context & Trends 4‑Week Moving Average: Edged higher, hovering around 210K–211K → stability rather than deterioration. Continuing Claims: To be monitored for broader insured unemployment trends. Labor Market Signal: Limited layoffs, consistent with a cooling but resilient U.S. labor market. #JoblessClaims #USLaborMarket #Unemployment #EconomicData #March2026 #MacroEconomy #Layoffs

Axios reports the Pentagon is developing contingency plans for Iran based on inputs from multiple U.S. officials. The U.S. Department of Defense is actively preparing military options amid rising tensions. “Final blow” scenarios refer to decisive escalation plans if diplomacy and current pressure fail. These plans target key Iranian military, economic, and strategic assets. One option includes seizing Kharg Island, which handles ~90% of Iran’s oil exports. Another involves capturing Larak Island, a strategic point controlling parts of the Strait of Hormuz. A third option considers taking Abu Musa Island near the western entrance of the Strait. Plans also include blocking Iranian oil exports by interdicting or seizing tankers. Large-scale airstrikes targeting military and potential nuclear infrastructure are under consideration. Some scenarios involve ground operations, including U.S. troop deployments and amphibious missions. These options become more likely if diplomatic efforts fail. A continued closure of the Strait of Hormuz is a key escalation trigger. The Strait is critical, handling roughly 20% of global oil trade. No final decision has been made, and plans may serve as negotiation leverage. Recent U.S. airstrikes on Kharg Island are seen as preparatory actions. The strategy builds on ongoing U.S.-Israeli strikes targeting Iranian capabilities. Risks include U.S. casualties, Iranian retaliation, regional escalation, and economic fallout. Oil markets remain highly sensitive, with potential spikes toward $100–$200+ in extreme scenarios. #Iran #USA #Pentagon #Geopolitics #MiddleEast #OilMarkets #StraitOfHormuz #GlobalMarkets #BreakingNews Disclaimer : All content provided is intended solely for educational and informational purposes and does not constitute financial advice. Investors are strongly encouraged to assess their individual risk tolerance, investment objectives, and overall financial situation before making any investment decisions. For personalized guidance, please consult a certified financial advisor. While every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, any inadvertent errors or omissions are regretted.

Donald Trump said Iranian negotiators are acting “very different” and “strange” during ongoing discussions. He claimed they are “begging” for a deal privately while publicly downplaying engagement with U.S. proposals. Trump warned Iran to get serious soon, stating there could be severe consequences if negotiations fail. He added that once a certain point is reached, there would be “no turning back” and the outcome “won’t be pretty.” #Trump #Iran #Geopolitics #USPolitics #MiddleEast #GlobalMarkets #BreakingNews Disclaimer : All content provided is intended solely for educational and informational purposes and does not constitute financial advice. Investors are strongly encouraged to assess their individual risk tolerance, investment objectives, and overall financial situation before making any investment decisions. For personalized guidance, please consult a certified financial advisor. While every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, any inadvertent errors or omissions are regretted.

Cognyte Software ( $CGNT) reported Q4 FY26 revenue of $106.2M, beating estimates of $103.74M. 🟢 Cognyte Software ( $CGNT) posted EPS of $0.10, above expectations of $0.03. 🟢 For FY27, the company guided revenue to $448M versus estimates of $442M. 🟢 FY27 EPS guidance came in at $0.47, ahead of expectations of $0.37. 🟢 #CGNT #Earnings #StockMarket #USStocks #TechStocks #EarningsBeat

Morgan Stanley reaffirmed an Overweight rating on Micron ( $MU) and Sandisk ( $SNDK). The recent selloff is viewed as a healthy repricing of durability concerns. Memory is identified as a key bottleneck for AI infrastructure growth. Analysts note that supply shortages are intensifying amid strong demand. Customers are increasingly prepaying to secure long-term supply agreements. Traditional memory cycle signals are becoming less relevant in an AI-driven environment. Long-term earnings durability remains the key investment driver. #MU #SNDK #Micron #Sandisk #MemoryStocks #AI #Semiconductors #StockMarket #USStocks

USA Rare Earth ( $USAR) commissioned a commercial magnet production line at its Stillwater, Oklahoma facility. Phase 1a enables deliveries of NdFeB permanent magnets starting in Q2 2026. The facility is targeting 600 metric tons of annual capacity by Q4 2026. Total production capacity is expected to reach 1,200 metric tons by Q1 2027. These magnets will serve aerospace, defense, semiconductors, and data center industries. The facility employs over 100 workers and uses advanced manufacturing processes. This move strengthens U.S. rare earth supply chain independence. #USAR #USARareEarth #RareEarths #Manufacturing #Defense #Semiconductors #SupplyChain #USStocks #StockMarket

Commercial Metals Company ( $CMC) Q2 FY26 earnings, based on the official results released March 26, 2026: 📊 Financial Results Revenue: $2.13B vs. $2.04B est. → Beat Adjusted EPS: $1.16 vs. $1.30 est. → Miss Core EBITDA: $297.5M, up ~114% YoY → strong operational rebound. GAAP Net Earnings: $93.0M, or $0.83 per diluted share. 🏗️ Business Drivers North America Steel Group: Delivered solid metal margins and execution, supporting EBITDA strength amid stable pricing and downstream volumes. Precast Contributions: Newly acquired precast concrete businesses (CP&P and Foley, ~$2.5B deal closed Dec 2025) began contributing meaningfully, bolstering Construction Solutions. Integration Momentum: Precast platform now spans 35 facilities across 14 states, expected to be a major growth driver. ⚠️ Challenges Seasonality: Typical Q2 slowdown in construction activity. Maintenance: Planned outages impacted production. Comparisons: Tough YoY comps against exceptionally strong prior periods. 📈 Strategic Impact Earnings rebound driven by margin recovery and precast synergies despite EPS miss. Acquisition strategy is reshaping CMC into a steel + precast hybrid player, diversifying revenue streams. Management highlighted precast as a long-term growth engine for FY26 and beyond. #CMC #CommercialMetals #Steel #Precast #Earnings #Q2FY26 #ConstructionSolutions #NASDAQ

Viking Therapeutics ( $VKTX) completed enrollment in its Phase 3 VANQUISH-2 obesity trial. The study includes around 1,000 patients with type 2 diabetes and obesity. It is evaluating VK2735, a dual GLP-1/GIP agonist, administered once weekly. The primary endpoint focuses on weight reduction over a 78-week period. Secondary goals include achieving 5% to 20% weight loss milestones. The VANQUISH trial program is expected to complete in 2027. The study builds on strong Phase 2 results showing up to 14.7% weight loss. #VKTX #VikingTherapeutics #Biotech #ObesityTreatment #GLP1 #ClinicalTrials #Pharma #USStocks #StockMarket

The Lovesac Company ( $LOVE) Q4 FY26 earnings, expanded with the official results released March 26, 2026: 📊 Financial Results Revenue: $248.0M vs. $243M est. → Beat EPS (GAAP Diluted): $2.19 vs. $2.11 est. → Beat YoY Growth: Net sales up 2.7% from $241.5M in Q4 FY25. GAAP Net Income: $32.1M (down from $35.3M YoY). Operating Margin: 18.2%. 🛋️ Business Drivers Showroom Expansion: Ended Q4 with 278 showrooms (+3 net in Q4, +21 net for FY26). Omni-channel Comparable Sales: +0.6% YoY. Showroom sales: +3.5%. Internet sales: +12.3%. “Other” sales: sharp decline. Product Innovation: Continued rollout of new platforms and on‑shoring initiatives. ⚠️ Margin Pressure Gross Margin: 58.1%, down 230 bps YoY. Drivers: Higher inbound transportation & tariff costs (+300 bps). Elevated outbound logistics/warehousing expenses. Increased promotional activity. Result: Lower gross profit, operating income, and adjusted EBITDA despite revenue growth. 💵 Cash Flow & Balance Sheet Operating Cash Flow: $83.4M, up 89.5% YoY, reflecting strong working capital management. Full-Year FY26 Net Sales: $697.1M (+2.4% YoY). Company remained profitable overall despite margin headwinds. 📈 FY2027 Guidance Net Sales: $700M–$750M. Adjusted EBITDA: $33M–$44M. Seasonal Q1 Loss expected. Continued investment in showrooms, marketing, and product innovation. #LOVE #Lovesac #Earnings #Q4FY26 #FurnitureRetail #Sactionals #NASDAQ #CashFlow #Guidance

Joby Aviation ( $JOBY) will showcase its electric flying taxi in New York City on April 27–28, 2026, marking one of the first public demonstrations of its FAA-conforming aircraft as the company prepares for U.S. commercial launch later this year. The event highlights Joby’s push into urban air mobility, following its $125M acquisition of Blade Air Mobility’s passenger business. 📊 Joby Aviation Stock Snapshot Current Price: $8.97 (slightly down -0.22%) 52-Week Range: $4.96 – $20.95 Market Cap: ~$8.78B Volume: 564K (vs. avg. 24M, showing lighter trading today) 🚖 Demonstration Details Dates: April 27 or April 28, 2026. Location: New York City, leveraging Blade’s existing heliport infrastructure. Aircraft: Joby’s FAA-conforming electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. Purpose: Public showcase of quiet, zero-emission air taxis designed to replace short-haul helicopter routes. Strategic Context: Joby recently completed a piloted flight across San Francisco Bay. The company is part of the White House Air Taxi Program, aiming for U.S. operations in 2026. 🔎 Strategic Impact Urban Mobility: NYC demonstration positions Joby as a leader in airborne ridesharing, targeting routes like Manhattan–JFK. Regulatory Milestone: FAA-conforming aircraft signals progress toward certification for passenger service. Competitive Edge: Acquisition of Blade’s passenger business gives Joby ready-made infrastructure and customer base. Investor Sentiment: Demonstrations often act as catalysts for stock momentum, especially in emerging tech sectors. ⚠️ Risks & Considerations Certification Timeline: FAA approvals remain the biggest hurdle before commercial launch. Public Perception: Safety, noise, and affordability will determine adoption. Market Volatility: JOBY stock has swung between $5 and $21 in the past year, reflecting speculative sentiment. #JOBY #JobyAviation #FlyingTaxi #UrbanAirMobility #NewYork #eVTOL #NASDAQ #AirTaxi

ImmunityBio ( $IBRX) announced its QUILT-2.005 bladder cancer trial has reached sufficient statistical power. The study is fully enrolled with 366 patients, requiring no additional recruitment. The trial evaluates ANKTIVA + BCG versus BCG alone in bladder cancer treatment. An interim review was conducted after 50% of patients reached the evaluation milestone. The study targets BCG-naïve non-muscle invasive bladder cancer patients. ANKTIVA is already approved in 34 regions for BCG-unresponsive cases. The company plans an sBLA submission based on final data in 2026. #IBRX #ImmunityBio #Biotech #CancerResearch #BladderCancer #ClinicalTrials #Healthcare #USStocks #StockMarket

Pony AI Inc. ( $PONY) Q4 2025 earnings Financial Results Revenue: $29.13M (RMB 203.7M) vs. $24M est. → Beat Adjusted EPS: -$0.12 vs. $0.20 est. → Miss GAAP Net Profit: $75.5M (RMB 527.6M), first-ever quarterly profit, swinging from a $181.1M loss in Q4 2024. 🚖 Business Drivers Robotaxi Surge: Services revenue: $6.657M, up 159.5% YoY. Fare-charging revenues surged 500%+ YoY, driven by Gen-7 fleet rollout, optimizations, and higher demand. Licensing Mix Shift: Licensing & applications revenue: $9.35M, down 53.2% YoY. Prior year boosted by one-off project items, making this quarter look weaker in comparison. Overall Revenue Trend: Down 18% YoY from $35.5M in Q4 2024, despite beating consensus estimates. #PONY #PonyAI #Robotaxi #AutonomousVehicles #Earnings #Q42025 #LicensingShift #AITransportation