--- title: "Pre-market hot trades in US stocks: KLA up 3.11% pre-market; Applied Materials up 3.01% pre-market" type: "News" locale: "en" url: "https://longbridge.com/en/news/293207432.md" description: "KLA pre-market up 3.11%; Applied Materials pre-market up 3.01%; Baiya pre-market up 68.70%; Sadot pre-market up 33.48%; Advanced Biomed pre-market up 28.43%" datetime: "2026-07-20T11:32:39.000Z" locales: - [zh-CN](https://longbridge.com/zh-CN/news/293207432.md) - [en](https://longbridge.com/en/news/293207432.md) - [zh-HK](https://longbridge.com/zh-HK/news/293207432.md) --- # Pre-market hot trades in US stocks: KLA up 3.11% pre-market; Applied Materials up 3.01% pre-market **Popular Pre-Market Trades in U.S. Stocks** KLA rose 3.11% in pre-market trading. Based on recent key news: 1. On July 17, Oppenheimer raised KLA's target price to $260 and gave it an outperform rating, expecting future upward corrections and the scarcity of AI leadership to drive the stock price up. This move reflects market confidence in KLA's leadership position in the AI field, pushing the stock price higher in pre-market trading. 2. On July 17, KLA's annualized return over the past decade reached 39.85%, far exceeding the market average, demonstrating strong long-term growth potential. This information has bolstered investor confidence in KLA, further supporting the stock price increase. 3. No other significant news recently. The AI industry is growing rapidly, with noticeable capital inflows. Applied Materials rose 3.01% in pre-market trading. Based on recent news, 1. On July 17, ASML plans to raise prices for chip manufacturing equipment, despite opposition from TSM. ASML's price increase may affect the entire semiconductor supply chain, leading to stock price fluctuations for related companies like Applied Materials. 2. On July 17, the U.S. Department of Justice and SEC are investigating Applied Materials for allegedly making unauthorized shipments to sanctioned Chinese entities, increasing legal risks and potential financial penalties. 3. On July 18, market analysts rated Applied Materials as a moderate buy, but it was not included in the list of top five stocks recommended by leading analysts, which may affect investor confidence. The semiconductor industry has shown overall volatility recently, requiring attention to policy changes and market demand. **Top Gainers in U.S. Pre-Market Trading** Baiya rose 68.70% in pre-market trading. No significant news recently; trading is active with noticeable capital flows. Considering sector and industry trends, the stock shows significant volatility, and specific reasons need further observation. no\_news Sadot rose 33.48% in pre-market trading. Based on recent news, 1. On July 17, Sadot announced a settlement agreement with Helena Global Investment, ending legal disputes and terminating its $10 million equity credit facility. This news drove the stock price up by 41%. 2. On July 14, Sadot completed a $6 million acquisition of TradeIQ software assets, aimed at improving its capital structure and restoring compliance with Nasdaq's minimum shareholder equity requirements. 3. Recently, Sadot announced several financing agreements, including up to $100 million in senior secured convertible notes and a $100 million equity purchase facility, to enhance liquidity and support growth plans. Recent trading volume has increased significantly, attracting high market attention. Advanced Biomed rose 28.43% in pre-market trading. Based on recent key news: 1. On July 17, Advanced Biomed announced the termination of its purchase agreement with Helena Global Investment Opportunities I Ltd This move may be interpreted by the market as a strategic adjustment by the company, leading to a significant pre-market increase of 28.43%. Source: Reuters 2. On July 17, the 8-K filing submitted by the company indicated that the termination of the purchase agreement would take effect on July 21. This information further confirms the changes in the company's capital operations and enhances market attention on its future development. Source: SEC 3. On July 18, Advanced Biomed's technical sentiment signal indicated a sell, yet the stock price still rose, indicating a positive market response to its capital operations. 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