The article identifies the top 10 most heavily shorted stocks in the market as of January 16, 2026, with short interest ranging from 36-56%. These stocks are highlighted as potential candidates for short squeezes, where unexpected price increases force short sellers to cover positions, creating rapid gains. The list includes Choice Hotels International (56.33% short interest), Lucid Group (54.45%), and Avis Budget Group (52.38%), among others. The article cautions that while short squeezes can yield outsized returns, timing is difficult and underlying business risks often justify the high short interest.

PureCycle Technologies and Churchill Container received the 2025 U.S. Plastics Pact Sustainable Packaging Innovation Award for their Run It Back™ product line, which features up to 100% recycled content and was first used by the Cleveland Browns.

PureCycle Technologies obtained a REACH certification allowing it to sell PureFive resin across the European Union, leading to a 12% stock price increase. The company plans to construct its first European factory in Antwerp, Belgium by mid-2028.

Despite market volatility, Archer Aviation, PureCycle Technologies, and the VanEck Semiconductor ETF represent compelling growth opportunities. Archer and PureCycle have made steady progress, while the ETF provides conservative AI exposure.

The plastic recycling services market is projected to grow from $33.42 billion in 2025 to $67.94 billion by 2034, driven by increasing environmental concerns, government regulations, and the growing emphasis on sustainability.

The article discusses three stocks - PureCycle Technologies (PCT), NuScale Power (SMR), and Trupanion (TRUP) - that have high short interest but are still trading near their 52-week highs, indicating a disconnect between bearish sentiment and stock performance.

Although U.S. stocks closed lower on Tuesday, there were a few notable insider trades. When insiders purchase shares, it indicates their confidence in the company's prospects or that they view the stock as a bargain. Either way, this signals an opportunity to go long on the stock. Insider purchases should not be taken as the only indicator for making an investment or trading decision. At best, it can lend conviction to a buying decision. Below is a look at a few recent notable insider purchases. For more, check out Benzinga's insider transactions platform. Walgreens Boots Alliance The Trade: Walgreens Boots Alliance, Inc. (NASDAQ: WBA) EVP and Global CFO Manmohan Mahajan acquired a total of ...

U.S. stocks were higher, with the Dow Jones index gaining more than 100 points on Friday. Shares of Smith & Wesson Brands, Inc. (NASDAQ: SWBI) rose sharply during Friday’s session after the company reported better-than-expected third-quarter financial results. The company recorded sales growth of 6.5% year-on-year to $137.5 million, beating the analyst consensus estimate of $133.55 million. Adjusted EPS of $0.19 beat the consensus estimate of $0.10. Smith & Wesson Brands shares surged 25.8% to $16.91 on Friday. Here are some other big stocks recording gains in today’s session. Willdan Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: WLDN) jumped 30.4% to $25.89 after the company reported better-than-expected fourth-quarter financial results and issued FY24 guidance above estimates. Also, the company secured a contract worth approximately $30 million to $50 million over three years. Gulf Island Fabrication, Inc. (NASDAQ: GIFI) shares rose 24.1% to $6.43 after the ...

Shares of United Natural Foods, Inc. (NYSE: UNFI) fell sharply during Wednesday’s session following second-quarter results. United Natural Foods posted adjusted earnings of 7 cents per share, compared to market estimates for a loss of 1 cent per share. The company’s quarterly sales came in at $7.78 billion, versus expectations of $7.87 billion, according to data from Benzinga Pro. United Natural Foods named Giorgio Matteo Tarditi as President and Chief Financial Officer. United Natural Foods shares dipped 15.2% to $12.61 on Wednesday. Here are some other stocks moving in today's mid-day session. Gainers Rail Vision Ltd. (NASDAQ: RVSN) shares jumped 115.2% to $4.24. Rail Vision announced first commercial installation of its AI-driven main line systems in a national railways line. Aptorum Group Limited (NASDAQ: APM) shares climbed 90.1% to $3.1750. Aptorum Group announced an agreement and plan of merger with YOOV Group Holding Ltd and a split-off agreement to separate its legacy business. NKGen Biotech, Inc. (NASDAQ: NKGN) gained 46.5% to $1.35. TRxADE HEALTH, Inc. (NASDAQ: MEDS) rose 39.2% to $11.19 after the company announced a special cash dividend of $8 per share. Airship AI Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: AISP) shares climbed 37.8% to $6.82. Airship AI Holdings shares jumped 200% on Tuesday after the company announced that it has been awarded a contract with the Department of Justice for its Acropolis Enterprise Sensor Management video and data management platform. Enviva Inc. (NYSE: EVA) rose 33% to $0.9854 after gaining 42% on Tuesday. American Public Education, Inc. (NASDAQ: APEI) gained 31.8% to $14.99 following upbeat quarterly results. Dada Nexus Limited (NASDAQ: DADA) climbed 30.6% to $2.5740. Dada Nexus said certain revenues and associated costs were overstated in past financial statements. Cemtrex, Inc. (NASDAQ: CETX) gained 30% to $4.4361. Cemtrex announced beta release of pioneering AI gun detection feature. Wave Life Sciences Ltd. (NYSE: WVE) gained 28.5% to $6.16 following upbeat quarterly results. Vincerx Pharma, Inc. (NASDAQ: VINC) shares gained 24.5% to $6.89. Vincerx will present three posters at the American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) Annual Meeting 2024. XORTX Therapeutics Inc. (NASDAQ: XRTX) rose 24.2% to $5.85. CareMax, Inc. (NASDAQ: CMAX) gained 23.8% to ...

As of Feb. 21, 2024, two stocks in the materials sector could be flashing a real warning to investors who value momentum as a key criteria in their trading decisions. The RSI is a momentum indicator, which compares a stock's strength on days when prices go up to its strength on days when prices go down. When compared to a stock's price action, it can give traders a better sense of how a stock may perform in the short term. An asset is typically considered overbought ...

On CNBC’s "Mad Money Lightning Round," Jim Cramer says Wolfspeed, Inc. (NYSE: WOLF) is "losing too much money" and referred to the semiconductor manufacturer as a "second-rate player." The Durham, N.C.-based company reported second-quarter losses of 55 cents per share. It beat the analyst consensus estimate of losses of 66 cents, but marked a 400% decrease over losses of 11 cents per share from last year. Wolfspeed reported revenue of $208.4 million, beating analyst expectations of $206.36 million, marking a 3.56% decrease over sales of $216.1 million from last year. Cramer also blamed PureCycle Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ: PCT) for not making money. PureCycle recently issued an update for its Ironton production ...

Shares of Compugen Ltd. (NASDAQ: CGEN) shares rose sharply during Tuesday’s session after Gilead announced an agreement with the company to exclusively license its novel pre-clinical immunotherapy program. Compugen shares jumped 204.1% to $2.22 on Tuesday. Here are some other stocks moving in today's mid-day session. Gainers Intelligent Bio Solutions Inc. (NASDAQ: INBS) gained 73% to $0.4853. Intelligent Bio Solutions received National Association of Testing Authorities accreditation for its Intelligent Fingerprinting Drug Screening Solution. Panbela Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ: PBLA) shares surged 64% to $1.6601. Panbela Therapeutics shares jumped 120% on Monday after US WorldMeds received FDA approval of eflornithine. Jin Medical International Ltd.(NASDAQ: ZJYL) climbed 49.2% to $151.96 after jumping around 264% on Monday. ProSomnus, Inc. (NASDAQ: OSA) gained 27.6% to $0.8017. ProSomnus announced data published by Cureus Journal of Medical Science showed successful treatment of obstructive sleep apnea with prosomnus precision oral appliance devices. Infobird Co., Ltd (NASDAQ: IFBD) shares gained 27.4% to $1.7266 after the company inked a new business cooperation in software development of information technology system. MIND Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ: MIND) rose 23.1% to $5.86. Yoshiharu Global Co. (NASDAQ: YOSH) rose 21.1% to $6.20. Optex Systems Holdings, Inc (NASDAQ: OPXS) gained 18.2% to $4.86. Sunnova Energy International Inc. (NASDAQ: NOVA) jumped 16.3% to $15.32. Piper Sandler upgraded Sunnova Energy Intl from Neutral to Overweight and raised the price target from $13 to $26. Cipher Mining Inc. (NASDAQ: CIFR) rose 16% to $3.6450. LogicMark, Inc. (NASDAQ: