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Pre-market hot trades in US stocks: Western Digital pre-market down 6.61%; Applied Optoelectronics pre-market down 6.39%

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Aug 18, 2026 at 09:43 AM
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Western Digital pre-market down 6.61%; Applied Optoelectronics pre-market down 6.39%; Profusa pre-market up 120.87%; Xos pre-market up 89.95%; ARTIUS II ACQUISITION INC COM USD0.0001 CL A (SUB/RIGHTS) 27/11/29 pre-market up 66.67%

Pre-market Hot Trades in US Stocks

Western Digital is down 6.61% in pre-market trading. Based on recent key news:

  1. On August 17, Cramer pointed out that although there is opposition to data center construction in some areas, the rapid growth of AI demand may make storage companies important beneficiaries of the construction wave. As one of the key suppliers, Western Digital's stock price was affected.

  2. On August 15, Western Digital's latest analysis indicated that the construction of AI data centers is shifting from GPU computing power competition to data storage capacity competition, and storage costs will directly impact the long-term operational efficiency of AI systems. Western Digital stated that companies need to adopt a tiered storage strategy to meet demand.

  3. On August 17, SK Hynix joined the ranks of SSD original price refunds, with no replacements for out-of-stock items, and direct refunds for warranties. Western Digital also experienced similar situations, leading to a loss of market confidence in storage companies. The demand for AI infrastructure is strong, benefiting storage companies.

Applied Optoelectronics is down 6.39% in pre-market trading. Based on recent key news:

  1. On August 17, Deutsche Telekom is considering increasing GPU capacity by 20,000 units to drive AI query demand, causing fluctuations in related tech stocks. The increase in capital expenditures by Comcast and AT&T also reflects increased investment in broadband access, affecting market sentiment.

  2. On August 16, cooperation between Taiwan and Texas in technology policy, academic research, and industrial chains has deepened, promoting Taiwan's key technology and research capabilities to align with the world, which may affect the market performance of related tech stocks.

  3. On August 15, the MACD indicator showed a bullish signal, with the MACD line above the signal line and a positive histogram of 0.34, technically supporting stock price fluctuations. Investment in the tech industry is accelerating, with growing AI demand.

Top Gainers in Pre-market US Stocks

Profusa is up 120.87% in pre-market trading. Based on recent key news:

  1. On August 12, HRT Financial purchased 5,585 shares of Profusa's common stock at a price of $0.96 per share. Subsequently, on August 13, it sold 42,411 shares at a price of $0.89 per share. This trading activity attracted market attention and drove the stock price up.

  2. On August 14, Profusa announced that it would submit its quarterly report within a five-calendar-day extension. Management expects no significant changes in operational results compared to the same period last year. This news stabilized investor confidence and further drove the stock price up.

  3. Over the past 12 months, Profusa has submitted all necessary periodic reports, demonstrating the company's continued compliance with SEC reporting obligations. This compliance has enhanced market trust in the company, promoting the rise in stock price. The market is paying attention to Profusa's trading activities and compliance, driving a significant increase in stock price.

Xos is up 89.95% in pre-market trading. Based on recent key news:

  1. On August 17, Xos announced that it had received a prototype contract from the U.S. Air Force to develop and deliver deployable mobile charging systems. This contract marks Xos's entry into the defense market, significantly boosting its stock price. Source: Dow Jones Newswires

  2. On August 17, Xos stated that it would adapt its Xos Hub mobile battery storage system to meet defense application requirements and assemble and integrate it at its Byrdstown, Tennessee plant. This move further enhances market confidence in its technological capabilities. Source: Dow Jones Newswires

  3. On August 17, Xos released related content through GlobeNewswire, emphasizing its innovative capabilities in electrification support equipment and vehicles, raising investor expectations for the company's future growth. Source: Public Technologies The electric vehicle industry continues to grow, with significant policy support.

ARTIUS II ACQUISITION INC COM USD0.0001 CL A (SUB/RIGHTS) 27/11/29, pre-market up 66.67%, with no significant news recently. Trading is active, with clear capital flow. Considering the sector and industry trends, the stock shows significant volatility, and the specific reasons need further observation

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