BigBear.ai, SoundHound AI, and AST SpaceMobile have seen significant increases in their stock prices this week due to a combination of positive economic data, individual company developments, and investor interest in artificial intelligence (AI) technologies.
BigBear.ai secures defense contract, stock price spikes 72%
BigBear.ai Holdings (NYSE: BBAI) shares surged nearly 72% as of Thursday afternoon after the company announced a contract award from the Department of Defense Chief Digital and Artificial Intelligence Office (CDAO) to develop its Virtual Anticipation Network (VANE) prototype. VANE is designed to help the government assess the origins of news media in non-allied countries using AI language models.
Ryan Legge, president for national security at BigBear.ai, stated, “We are honored to continue our support in the modernization of our nation’s defense efforts. This award underscores the importance of leveraging cutting-edge AI technologies to address complicated geopolitical challenges.” Analyst firm Cantor Fitzgerald raised its price target for BigBear.ai from $3.50 to $8 following the contract win and adjusted revenue expectations for 2025 accordingly. Additionally, BigBear.ai entered a warrant exercise agreement with an accredited investor, which is expected to generate $21.9 million in gross proceeds.
AST SpaceMobile and SoundHound AI see stock growth
AST SpaceMobile (NASDAQ: ASTS) also experienced a stock price increase of nearly 34% after receiving approval from the Federal Communications Commission to begin testing its satellite connection services for voice, apps, video, and data roaming. Cantor Fitzgerald initiated coverage of AST SpaceMobile with a $30 price target, citing its potential to benefit from AI integration and government contracts despite volatility in its stock valuation.
Meanwhile, SoundHound AI (NASDAQ: SOUN) shares rose approximately 13%. The company launched new customizations for its chat voice assistant, providing automakers greater control over the personality of their AI assistants. This development aligns with broader market trends favoring innovations in AI technologies.
Despite their innovations and stock surges, BigBear.ai, AST SpaceMobile, and SoundHound AI are yet to achieve profitability and have achieved multibillion-dollar valuations. Investors are reminded that high valuations may lead to volatility, and a cautious approach is recommended when considering investment in these companies.
Recent data indicates that BigBear.ai’s stock rose 19.3%, outperforming the S&P 500 and Nasdaq, driven by speculation regarding potential defense partnerships akin to those formed by notable companies like Palantir and Anduril. The increasing interest in AI technologies is seen as a key factor for future growth, though investors are advised to temper enthusiasm with careful assessments of associated risks in the volatile market landscape.
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