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The Real Good Food Co Inc is a frozen food company that develops, markets, and manufactures foods high in protein, low in sugar, and gluten- and grain-free. The company produces breakfast sandwiches, entrees, and other products, primarily sold in the U.S. frozen food category. All of its revenue is derived from the United States.

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리얼 굿 푸드 컴퍼니(NASDAQ:RGF) 주식은 회사가 PMC 파이낸셜 서비스 및 엔블럼 인베스트먼트 펀드(Emblem Investment Fund)와의 부채 재융자 거래를 발표한 후 목요일 시간외 거래에서 70% 이상 급등했다. 이는 6,000만 달러의 새로운 장기 대출을 위한 거래이다.

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The International Brotherhood of Teamsters has experienced substantial growth, adding 50,000 new members in just two and a half years, thanks in part by the cannabis industry.
General president Sean M. O'Brien credited the membership growth to workers' increasing dissatisfaction with corporate practices. 
"We're making this International Union bigger, faster, and stronger," O'Brien <a href="https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/teamsters-organize-50-000-new-members-in-less-than-three-years-302264475.html">stated</a>. "These organizing numbers show that workers are fighting back against corporate greed and joining the Teamsters in record numbers."
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Union Success In The Cannabis Industry</h3>
Part of this growth stems from the Teamsters' organizing efforts within the booming cannabis sector. Last year the union achieved a significant presence across the entire <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cannabis/23/07/33135060/teamsters-now-represents-workers-in-every-component-of-the-cannabis-supply-chain">cannabis supply chain</a>, from cultivation and distribution to retail.
Recently a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cannabis/24/05/38797830/84-cannabis-warehouse-workers-and-drivers-in-california-join-teamsters-for-contracts-reflecting-">large group</a> of Nabis warehouse workers and drivers joined the union in California, as did Eaze <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cannabis/24/03/38003989/eaze-cannabis-delivery-drivers-in-sacramento-join-teamsters-local-150">delivery drivers</a>. Meanwhile, in Illinois,<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cannabis/24/05/38585820/teamsters-unionize-cannabis-workers-at-another-cresco-labs-dispensary-in-illinois-it-feels-good"> dispensary workers</a> at Cresco Labs (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CRLBF#OTC">CRLBF</a>) and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cannabis/23/12/36108184/teamsters-unionization-efforts-in-cannabis-continue-full-steam-ahead-zen-leaf-workers-in-chicago">Zen Leaf</a> unionized as did <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cannabis/23/09/34312915/cannabis-industry-learns-lesson-as-teamsters-union-flexes-its-muscles">drivers and budtenders</a> at Ascend Cannabis (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAWH#OTC">AAWH</a>) Provisions in both Michigan and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cannabis/24/05/38669949/cannabis-workers-in-l-a-join-teamsters-to-improve-pay-working-conditions-and-have-a-voice">another group</a> in Los Angeles, among other cases.
Beyond this expansion, the Teamsters have also expanded their influence into other non-traditional industries.
"The labor movement is more robust than it's been in generations," said general secretary-treasurer Fred Zuckerman. "The Teamsters are proud to represent more diverse workers in various sectors, including cannabis."
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Cannabis Jobs On The Rise</h3>
The ongoing expansion of cannabis worker unions comes in the context of a legal cannabis industry that has created<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cannabis/24/04/38183087/cannabis-industry-has-created-nearly-half-a-million-full-time-jobs-new-report-reveals-which-stat"> nearly 500,000 full-time jobs</a> in the U.S., with key states like California and Michigan leading in job growth. 
These positions span cultivation, retail and delivery, with workers increasingly turning to unions to secure fair wages, protections and better working conditions.
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Teamsters Added 50,000 New Members In Less Than 3 Years, Partly Due To Cannabis Industry Growth

The Brazilian mining giant Vale SA (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VALE#NYSE">VALE</a>) announced its commitment to significantly boost <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/copper">copper</a> production under its new CEO, Gustavo Pimenta.
Pimenta, a former CFO who became CEO after a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/08/40597248/vale-selects-cfo-gustavo-pimenta-as-new-ceo-ending-turbulent-succession-process">turbulent succession process</a>, spoke to the media for the first time in his new role. He <a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-10-02/vale-backs-brazil-critical-minerals-fund-in-nod-to-government">acknowledged</a> that Vale has "fallen behind on copper " compared to industry peers but plans to close that gap, Bloomberg reported.
This year, Vale expects to produce between 320,000 and 355,000 metric tons of copper — well below the output of its size-related industry peers. Pimenta plans to raise the output of its assets in Brazil, Canada and Indonesia to around 500,000 tons before considering other options.
In addition to growing copper production, Vale focuses on investments in strategic minerals essential for the global energy transition. The firm has been under pressure from the Brazilian government, which pleaded for increased domestic investments.
In collaboration with Brazil's development bank, BNDES, Vale will invest around $184 million in junior and mid-sized companies working on minerals like nickel and cobalt — crucial for electric vehicles and renewable energy technologies.
Despite these ambitions, Vale faces several challenges. As the largest iron ore producer globally, the firm has experienced a slowdown in China's economy, a critical market for that commodity. Additionally, the aftermath of the catastrophic 2015 dam collapse still requires <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/01/36799749/brazilian-judge-slams-mining-giants-vale-and-bhp-with-9-67b-charges-over-dam-collapse-report">substantial financial and legal settlements</a>, creating a drain on the firm's resources.
However, Vale's rapidly evolving copper market peers are not sitting idle. Barrick has been ramping production and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/09/40851842/barrick-to-complete-feasibility-study-for-lumwana-mine-expansion-start-construction-in-2025">investing $2 billion </a>in expansion at its Lumwana mine in Zambia, which is set to double copper output to 240,000 tons per year by 2028. Barrick is also advancing its Reko Diq project in Pakistan, further boosting its copper and gold production.
Meanwhile, Australian miner BHP has identified copper as a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/large-cap/24/10/41114374/bhp-sees-trend-reversal-in-copper-growth-warns-recycling-wont-be-enough">key growth pillar</a>, anticipating a 70% increase in global demand by 2050. BHP is expanding its copper portfolio, focusing on existing operations and potential new projects like Oak Dam in Australia, addressing aging mines and declining ore grades.
With copper touted as a cornerstone metal for the green tech transition, Vale's new management has a lot of ground to cover before catching up to its competitors which are committed to multi-billion-dollar projects.
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BIC is making headlines again with the launch of the limited-edition &#8220;Hold the Phone&#8221; Case by BIC EZ Reach Lighters.
The company announced its multi-year partners &#8211; Snoop Dogg and Martha Stewart – are an inspiration for the two phone cases matching the celebrity duo&#8217;s iconic signature BIC EZ Reach Lighter designs.
Jeany Mui, marketing director at BIC Flame for Life, said the &#8216;Hold the Phone&#8217; Cases by BIC EZ Reach Lighters celebrate the collaboration with Stewart and Snoop.
&#8220;Building on the success of our previous campaigns and the legendary pair&#8217;s undeniable chemistry, we&#8217;re thrilled to launch another must-have accessory ahead of the holiday season,&#8221; Mui said.
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BIC previously reintroduced its EZ Reach Lighters&#8217; &#8220;Most Borrowed&#8221; campaign in early 2014, featuring <a href="http://benzinga.com/topic/willie-nelson" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Willie Nelson</a>, <a href="http://benzinga.com/topic/Snoop-Dogg" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Snoop Dogg</a> and <a href="http://benzinga.com/topic/martha-stewart" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Martha Stewart</a>. The campaign has driven remarkable consumer sentiment and a notable increase in <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cannabis/24/01/36616705/snoop-dogg-willie-nelson-and-martha-stewart-team-up-in-new-bic-lighters-ad-bic-executive-explain">year-over-year sales since its inception.</a>
The illustrious trio teamed up this past April yet again to promote its EZ Reach lighter and to celebrate the 4/20 cannabis holiday.
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Launched at 4:20 pm on 4/20, the event, titled the "Slow Burn Sessions," featured the trio for 4 hours and 20 minutes of exclusive content on <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@bicbrand">Bic's YouTube channel</a> all weekend, giving viewers a chance to unwind with three mood-setting segments, representing each <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cannabis/24/04/38346359/snoop-dogg-willie-nelson-and-martha-stewart-light-up-on-420-with-bics-slow-burn-sessions-heres-h">celeb and with its own flare.</a>
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Stewart said in the press release she's keeping BIC EZ Reach Lighter designs close. "I keep one of my own BIC EZ Reach Lighter designs in nearly every room of my home, and with the launch of our &#8216;Hold the Phone&#8217; by Case by BIC EZ Reach Lighters, I can easily bring my favorite lighters with me on-the-go."
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Where To Find The New Accessory?</h3>
As of Friday, Oct. 4, consumers can exclusively head to BIC&#8217;s website to purchase the limited-edition iPhone 15-compatible Martha Stewart or Snoop Dogg-themed &#8220;Hold the Phone&#8221; Cases by BIC EZ Reach Lighters.
Each case &#8211; priced at $49.99 &#8211; includes two BIC EZ Reach Lighters based on the case design selected.
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Social media company Meta Platforms Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>) has paid out over $2 billion to content creators this year as it works to boost monetization efforts for <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/04/38085248/instagram-creators-can-now-earn-upto-30k-in-a-month-with-reels-photo-carousels-and-more-as-meta-revi">users of the platform.</a>
Here's a look at what the company has done and what's next.
 What Happened: Meta Platforms&#8217; Facebook began monetization efforts in 2017 because it wanted to compete with other social media platforms and<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/youtube"> video outlets such as YouTube.</a>
The company has paid out $2 billion over the last year with payouts for short-form videos and Reels up 80% year-over-year, as <a href="https://techcrunch.com/2024/10/02/facebook-says-it-paid-content-creators-2b-this-year/">reported </a>by TechCrunch.
Facebook said that more than four million content creators have earned money from the platform since 2017.
While the $2 billion figure is large and could be eye-catching to lure content creators to Facebook, the figure is a fraction of the $70 billion paid out by YouTube to content creators over the last three years as part of its partner program, TechCrunch reported.
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 What's Next: To help grow its content creation, Meta announced several changes this week.
The company is <a href="https://about.fb.com/news/2024/10/monetize-content-facebooks-new-streamlined-program/">rolling </a>out Facebook Content Monetization, which combines three existing creator monetization efforts (in-stream ads, ads on Reels, Performance bonus) into one platform.
Creators on the new platform can earn from photos, text posts, short videos and longer videos, according to the company.
"We're proud of how our monetization programs have helped creators thrive on Facebook, but we know that the different availability, eligibility requirements and sign-up processes of our various programs have resulted in some creators missing opportunities and other not being eligible to earn from all available formats," the company said.
With the new platform, creators only have to join one platform with several ways to monetize their content.
The company sent out invitations to one million creators as part of the content monetization beta launch. Additional invitations will be sent in the "following months."
Open enrollment for the content monetization platform begins in 2025.
META Price Action: Meta stock closed Monday up 1.74% to $582.77 on Thursday versus a 52-week trading range of $279.40 to $583.36. Meta stock is up 68.3% year-to-date in 2024.
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Afrimat (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AFTLF#OTC">AFTLF</a>) is known for its operations in lime, iron ore, anthracite and manganese, has made a move into the hemp industry by partnering with legacy brand Hemporium.
Together, they are using hemp-based materials to expand a building in Cape Town. This venture raises questions: is Afrimat betting on the future of South Africa&#8217;s hemp industry, or is it a PR stunt?
The investment comes at a time when South Africa is pushing to grow the sector, having recently issued 1,110 permits for hemp cultivation as part of the government&#8217;s <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cannabis/24/09/40887359/south-africa-issues-1-110-hemp-licenses-is-the-industry-leaving-small-farmers-behind">master plan</a> under the Cannabis for Private Purposes Bill.
Afrimat's involvement could provide the industry with <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cannabis/24/07/39824908/south-african-companies-prepare-for-new-cannabis-regulations-experts-expect-lots-of-fundraising-">much-needed capital to scale</a>.
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Afrimat's Green Transition</h3>
Afrimat's collaboration with Hemporium signals the company's interest in sustainability.&nbsp;
Beyond its mining operations, the publicly-traded Afrimat has been working on renewable energy initiatives, recycling mining by-products and rehabilitating mined-out areas through reforestation and water conservation projects, <a href="https://hemptoday.net/what-is-a-mining-conglomerate-like-south-africas-afrimat-doing-in-industrial-hemp/">reported</a> Hemp Today. 
Mining operations for materials like lime, iron ore, anthracite and manganese have significant environmental impacts. Iron ore mining, for example, can <a href="https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s11270-024-07048-x">contaminate water sources </a>through increased sediment levels and metal runoff, while the removal of vegetation for mining operations drastically reduces biodiversity. <a href="https://link.springer.com/chapter/10.1007/978-3-030-38152-3_8">Limestone mining </a>similarly contributes to environmental degradation by altering land-use patterns and causing dust and noise pollution, which can harm local ecosystems and communities. 
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Hemp Town</h3>
The hemp-lime block technology used in Cape Town, combined with specialized binders, promises to offer a sustainable alternative in the construction industry.&nbsp;
Hemporium and <a href="https://www.afrimathemp.co.za/">Afrimat Hemp</a>, a subsidiary of Afrimat, are nearing the completion of a seven-story expansion on an existing five-story building. The new structure, built with 28 cm-thick hemp blocks, will bring the building's total height to 12 stories.&nbsp;
The space will house Hemporium's flagship retail outlet, where they will sell<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/hemp"> hemp-derived</a> clothing, skincare and CBD products, along with a steak restaurant and 50 hotel rooms.
The walls are built with <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/biotech/24/02/37271000/u-s-army-invests-1-9m-to-develop-hemp-manufactured-buildings-for-military-operations">hempcrete blocks</a>, made by Afrimat Hemp from European hemp hurd and locally sourced lime, capable of withstanding fire for 135 minutes.
The building also features solar panels, smart metering, a borehole with filtration for backup water and a thermally activated building system (TABS) to regulate temperature without mechanical heating or cooling.
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">How Is Concrete Made Out Of Hemp? </h3>
Hempcrete, a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cannabis/24/07/40027836/hempcrete-project-gets-6-2m-epa-grant-to-develop-eco-friendly-construction-materials">sustainable building material</a>, begins with harvesting the stalks of the hemp plant. Once harvested, the stalks are left on the ground for 10 to 14 days to degrade the outer fibers. This microbial breakdown helps release the inner woody core, known as the hemp hurd, which is the essential construction material.
After this process, the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/hemp">hemp</a> stalks are collected, crushed and sorted to separate the fiber from the hurd. The hurd, chopped into small particles (typically around 1 inch), is cleaned to remove dust, ensuring the quality of the material.
The next step involves mixing the processed hemp hurd with lime and water. The typical ratio is three parts hemp, one part lime, and one part water, although these proportions can vary depending on the humidity and specific requirements of the project. This mixture is then used to create blocks or panels for construction.
In some cases, the mixture is poured into molds to make bricks, which are compacted and allowed to air dry or placed in an oven. Alternatively, for larger structures, the mixture can be poured directly into formwork to create whole walls, reducing the need for individual brick assembly.
Hempcrete is known for being lightweight &#8211; 50% lighter than traditional concrete &#8211; and ten times more insulating, offering an eco-friendly and flexible building solution. 
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The upfront cash payment brings non-dilutive capital to Editas Medicine, helping enable further pipeline development and related strategic priorities.
Under the terms of the agreement, Editas Medicine will receive an upfront cash payment of&nbsp;$57 million&nbsp;in exchange for up to&nbsp;100%&nbsp;of certain future annual license fees payable to Editas Medicine, ranging from&nbsp;$5 million&nbsp;to&nbsp;$40 million&nbsp;per year (inclusive of certain sales-based annual license fees that may become due) and a mid-double-digit percentage of Editas Medicine&#39;s portion of a&nbsp;$50 million&nbsp;contingent upfront payment for which Editas Medicine is eligible under the Vertex license agreement.
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Despite achieving <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cannabis/24/04/38076225/another-record-breaking-month-for-new-mexicos-cannabis-industry-heres-how-much-retailers-garnere">over $1 billion in sales</a> since the legalization of recreational cannabis 29 months ago, New Mexico&#8217;s cannabis industry is grappling with severe regulatory challenges. A year-long <a href="https://www.krqe.com/news/larry-barker/the-new-mexico-cannabis-cowboys-modern-day-desperados/">investigation</a> by KRQE&#8217;s Larry Baker has uncovered serious regulatory issues in <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/new-mexico-cannabis">New Mexico's cannabis industry</a>, which has attracted lawbreakers and crime networks.&nbsp;
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Lack Of Regulatory Oversight</h2>
According to the report, the Cannabis Control Division (CCD) is under-resourced, with only nine inspectors overseeing 3,000 licensed cannabis businesses. This understaffing has led to a situation where many operations go uninspected, allowing criminal enterprises, some linked to international criminal networks in Mexico and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cannabis/24/06/39559399/new-mexicos-dark-discovery-chinese-workers-trapped-on-illegal-cannabis-farms">China</a>, to thrive without scrutiny. This loophole could be the result of the state&#8217;s licensing process.
In a podcast <a href="https://www.krqe.com/podcasts/the-growing-black-market-inside-new-mexicos-cannabis-industry/">interview</a> with KRQE, Duke Rodriguez, CEO of Ultra Health, New Mexico's largest cannabis operator, highlighted the gravity of the situation, revealing that two-thirds of the state's cannabis activity remains illicit. He criticized the state&#8217;s licensing system, describing it as an ineffective &#8220;honor system,&#8221; where applicants are granted licenses with the assumption they won&#8217;t violate regulations.
Rodriguez explained that inspections occur only after the license is issued and the business is already operational. The state can only intervene if irregularities are found during these inspections. "You won't see that anywhere else in the country," added Larry Barker, noting that enforcement delays often mean businesses can operate for 12 to 18 months without proper oversight.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Change In The State&#8217;s Regulatory Approach</h3>
Rodriguez also pointed out that under the old <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cannabis/22/04/26481542/new-mexico-legal-cannabis-program-up-and-running-raking-in-millions">medical cannabis program</a>, such infractions would have led to immediate license suspension or revocation. However, since <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cannabis/21/04/20589377/adult-use-cannabis-is-now-legal-in-new-mexico-gov-signs-legalization-expungement-bills">recreational cannabis legalization</a>, the lack of enforcement has allowed illegal operations to flourish unchecked. &#8220;The lack of enforcement is hurting the state&#8217;s economy,&#8221; he said, adding that the regulated market struggles to compete with its illicit counterpart.
"The state simply took its hands off the steering wheel … just issue a license to anyone who marked the boxes. And that's what they did," Rodriguez said. He added that while Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham celebrated the state surpassing $1 billion in legal cannabis sales in March 2024, most of the sales figures were tied to political optics rather than a reflection of a healthy market.The CCD's limited ability to collect fines or shut down rogue operations further complicates the situation.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Systemic Lack Of Enforcement</h3>
Barker's investigation found that only about 10% of cannabis businesses consistently comply with reporting regulations. Even when the CCD takes action, it struggles to enforce penalties. Barker cited one <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cannabis/24/01/36473694/new-mexico-clamps-down-2m-fines-for-cannabis-farm-violations">cannabis farm fined $1 million</a> for rule violations, but it remains unpaid and the farm is still operational. "They have the authority to issue fines but not to collect them," Barker explained, highlighting the regulatory division's limited power.
Rodriguez echoed these concerns, saying that the state's lack of enforcement has fostered a rampant illicit market. "We're just creating this overly illegal, illicit black market," he said, noting that the number of rogue operations likely extends beyond what has been uncovered.
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Vistra Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VST#NYSE">VST</a>) and Constellation Energy Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CEG#NASDAQ">CEG</a>) shares traded higher Thursday after RBC Capital raised price targets on both stocks amid growing demand for energy to power data centers and<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/09/41032700/whats-going-on-with-vistra-stock"> other AI infrastructure. </a>
The Details: Energy stocks continue to climb as demand for electricity to power data centers and other AI applications soars. Alphabet Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>) (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>) CEO Sundar Pichai told Nikkei in <a href="https://asia.nikkei.com/Editor-s-Picks/Interview/Google-considers-sourcing-from-nuclear-power-plants-says-CEO-Pichai">an interview </a>on Thursday that Google is considering powering its data centers with nuclear power plants. 
Constellation Energy already signed a 20-year nuclear power<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/09/40957437/microsoft-taps-constellation-for-20-year-carbon-free-power-3-400-jobs-coming-to-pennsylvania"> purchase agreement</a> with Microsoft Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>) to deliver clean energy to its AI infrastructure. The comments from Google's CEO suggest other AI hyper-scalers may follow the same path. 
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RBC Capital analyst Shelby Tucker maintained Vistra with an Outperform and raised the price target on the stock from $105 to $141. The RBC analyst also maintained a Sector Perform rating on Constellation Energy and raised its price target from $214 to $272 on Thursday.
Vistra was the best performer in the S&amp;P 500 Index on Thursday and remains the best performer in the S&amp;P 500 year-to-date. According to data from <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/?gspk=YWRhbWVja2VydDUzMzY&amp;gsxid=zBMR4PKmcgBw">Benzinga Pro</a>, Vistra has jumped 243% in 2024 and Constellation Energy is up 137% year-to-date.&nbsp;
VST, CEG Price Action: According to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/?gspk=YWRhbWVja2VydDUzMzY&amp;gsxid=zBMR4PKmcgBw">Benzinga Pro</a>, Vistra shares ended Thursday's session up 5.65% at $132.45 and Constellation Energy shares closed up 4.52% at $277.37.
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Cannabis consumption provides medicinal benefits, even when deemed recreational. Whether for pain, stress, anxiety or sleep, consumers' motivations often overlap across both categories.
Recent research from<a href="https://newfrontierdata.com/"> New Frontier Data </a>looks at how these motivations blur traditional distinctions between medical and recreational marijuana use, challenging perceptions about their differences.
As the cannabis industry grows, this overlap becomes even more significant. Investors who understand these shifting behaviors and evolving legal frameworks in each state will be best positioned to capitalize on the next wave of growth opportunities.
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">New Frontiers For Cannabis&nbsp;</h3>
The study surveyed 3,868 U.S. cannabis consumers, asking them to classify their use as medical, recreational, or both. It analyzed consumption patterns, demographics, and spending habits, offering key insights into what drives different types of users.&nbsp;
This data sheds light on consumer behavior and its impact on market trends.
States like <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/ohio-cannabis">Ohio</a> have already transitioned to recreational cannabis, while <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/florida-cannabis">Florida</a>, is poised for legalization in 2024 if a ballot initiative is approved. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/arkansas-cannabis">Arkansas</a>, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/nebraska-cannabis">Nebraska</a>, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/south-dakota-cannabis">South Dakota</a>, and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cannabis/24/07/39602457/majority-of-north-dakotans-are-against-legal-weed-new-poll-finds">North Dakota</a> are also advancing ballot initiatives. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/pennsylvania-cannabis">Pennsylvania</a> and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/wisconsin-cannabis">Wisconsin</a> are pushing forward despite political challenges.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Gender Differences And Consumer Behavior</h3>
According to the survey, women make up 46% of the cannabis consumer base and are more likely than men to use cannabis solely for medical purposes. However, both genders report similar rates of recreational use. 
Additionally, home growers, though representing a minority at 54% of non-growers, are significantly more likely to use cannabis for both medical and recreational purposes​. 
"Market type is significantly correlated with <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cannabis/24/05/38972587/who-is-buying-marijuana-and-why-market-data-provides-behavior-profiles-insights-for-investors">self-identified consumer type</a>. It is interesting to note that, even in medical-only markets, 27% of consumers consider themselves recreational only," reads the report.&nbsp;
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Who Spends The Most? </h3>
Medical-only consumers exhibit higher<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cannabis/24/06/39540101/budget-conscious-consumers-boost-sales-of-marijuana-multipacks-94-brands-vie-for-colorados-pre-r"> spending habits</a>, with many spending over $400 per purchase. By contrast, recreational consumers typically spend under $50, with some even obtaining cannabis for free. This discrepancy highlights the deeper financial commitment of those using cannabis for medical reasons, often tied to long-term therapeutic needs.
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">How Often?&nbsp;</h3>
Those who use cannabis for both medical and recreational purposes consume more frequently, often <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cannabis/24/02/37221610/how-many-joints-a-day-are-safe-researchers-identify-methods-for-weed-consumption-within-healthy-">multiple times per day</a>, while recreational-only users tend to consume the least. The report found that medical users are far more likely to report positive impacts on their lives from cannabis use, whereas recreational users often cite a mixed effect.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Market Loyalty</h3>
Medical users also show greater loyalty to specific businesses, purchasing from the same source for product consistency and reliability. In contrast, recreational users are less likely to stick with one store, leaning toward more varied buying habits. 
This difference underscores the need for reliable, consistent products in medical marijuana markets.
&#8220;Medical-only consumers were the most likely to say that they always source their <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/03/37666783/marijuana-shoppers-favorite-strains-2024">cannabis from the same business</a>, while recreational-only consumers were the most likely to say they buy from different stores. This reflects the need of medical consumers to have consistent access to the same products,&#8221; reads the report.
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Vizimax is a provider of innovative solutions to measure, control and switch high- and medium-voltage electric power systems.
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IonQ Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IONQ#NYSE">IONQ</a>) shares are bouncing around in Thursday&#8217;s after-hours session after the company announced it reached a significant milestone in developing networked <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/24/10/b41173403/ionq-demonstrates-remote-ion-ion-entanglement-a-significant-milestone-in-developing-networked-quan">quantum systems at scale</a>.
What Happened: After the market close on Thursday, IonQ said it successfully demonstrated remote ion-ion entanglement, crossing off another milestone of its scaling strategy.
IonQ announced it achieved ion-photon entanglement in February. The remote ion-ion entanglement marks the second of four significant milestones required to develop photonic interconnects and take a foundational step towards quantum networking.
&#8220;IonQ&#8217;s north star remains scalability at high performance, and the progress we&#8217;ve made towards photonic interconnects ensures our customers will have access to large quantum systems capable of tackling the most complex problems,&#8221; said Peter Chapman, president and CEO of IonQ.
&#8220;We&#8217;re consistently making significant headway on our technical roadmap, and customers across academia and business recognize the unique value IonQ&#8217;s systems bring as we near the point of commercial quantum advantage.&#8221;
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The news comes less than a week after the company <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/09/41071006/why-is-ionq-stock-trading-higher-on-friday">announced</a> that it signed a $54.5 million contract with the U.S. Air Force Research Lab and said it remains on track to nearly double its revenue for the third year in a row. IonQ shares are up about 15% since the announcement. 
IonQ is scheduled to <a href="https://x.com/IonQ_Inc/status/1840843273352679778">host a session</a> with data software company Evidentli on Oct. 11. The session will focus on the transformational potential quantum computing offers to the pharmaceutical industry. 
According to the <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/generative-ai-20-for-data-harmonisation-and-federated-analytics-tickets-1026755763127">event listing</a>, presenters will talk about how new generative AI approaches can transform real-world data 250 times faster than current methods.
IONQ Price Action: <a href="http://benzinga.com/quote/ionq">IonQ shares</a> closed Thursday up 0.54%. The stock was up another 0.54% in after-hours, trading at $9.30 at the time of publication, according to <a href="http://pro.benzinga.com">Benzinga Pro</a>.
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Retail industry veteran Seth Golden recently warned that, according to a widely used oscillator Williams %R, the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/s-p-500">S&amp;P 500</a> has been overbought for an entire year.
Golden, a hedge fund consultant who previously worked for household names such as Target and now-defunct Bed Bath &amp; Beyond, pointed out that this is just the 23rd time in history that this has occurred.
Based on historical data he shared in a post on <a href="https://x.com/SethCL/status/1841808020705075700">X</a>, he pointed out that when this happened, it continued the same trend for the rest of the year — posting a fourth-quarter median return of 5.29%.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/11/04/1035270/pros-and-cons-of-williams-r-indicator">Williams %R</a>, often dubbed the Williams percent range, is a momentum indicator. It measures the overbought and oversold levels on a scale from 0 to 100. A reading above -20 is overbought and a reading below -80 is oversold.
Golden used a 28-month parameter, an industry standard for this indicator.
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Looking deeper into the list of overbought stocks brings an interesting mix of domestic and foreign catalysts.
Lockheed Martin's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LMT#NYSE">LMT</a>) presence on this list is unsurprising. The leading aerospace and defense manufacturer&#8217;s stock hit a fresh all-time high, reaching $609 and giving it a market cap of over $144B. The firm benefits from increased defense spending during <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/global/24/10/41126038/iran-attacks-israel-with-missiles-middle-east-tensions-escalates-s-p-500-stocks-bitcoin-fall-as-oil">escalating global conflicts</a> and with a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/24/10/41164528/lockheed-wins-2-1b-contract-to-aid-trident-ii-d5-missile-program">new multi-billion U.S. Navy contract</a> it landed last Thursday. Despite a hefty $19.26B debt, the firm has the balance sheet to easily manage it, plus pay a reliable 2.1% dividend. Its Williams %R overbought score is currently -11.41.
Next on the list is Lowe's Companies Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LOW#NYSE">LOW</a>), a North Carolina-based retailer specializing in home improvement. It recently hit a new all-time high of $274.16. Along with other home improvement stocks, Lowe <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/09/41008424/lowes-set-for-delayed-benefits-from-macro-demand-improvements-says-optimistic-analy">experienced a surge</a> following the FED's rate cut. Still, this strong performance is surprising, given the firm's revenue decline of nearly 10% year over year and dimmed future growth projections. Its Williams %R overbought score is currently -5.71.
Entergy Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ETR#NYSE">ETR</a>) has been a utility industry standout, delivering an almost 30% return year-to-date. Despite such numbers, the stock trades at a reasonable P/E ratio of 15.9x, below some of its peers like Exelon or FirstEnergy.
Entergy provides electric power to the southern U.S. states, benefiting from rapid energy growth in states such as Texas. Investors expect the company to scale with its target market, with a booming population and increased industrial activity prompting higher energy consumption. The stock's Williams %R overbought score currently stands at -7.41.
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ConRes Test Equipment generates approximately&nbsp;$12 million&nbsp;in annual sales and is expected to be immediately accretive to DSG&#39;s adjusted EBITDA margins on a go-forward basis.
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Under the agreement, TSMC will contract turnkey advanced packaging and test services from Amkor in their planned facility in Peoria, Arizona.
TSMC will leverage these services to support its customers, particularly those using TSMC&#39;s advanced wafer fabrication facilities in Phoenix.
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It&rsquo;s time to dive into the biggest pre-market stock movers on Tuesday as we check out all of the hottest news moving shares this morning!



Moving stocks this morning are pharmaceutical updates, earnings reports, collaboration agreements and more.



Let&rsquo;s get into that news down below!



<h2>Biggest Pre-Market Stock Movers: 10 Top Gainers</h2>



<ol><li>Stoke Therapeutics (NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/stok-stock-quote/">STOK</a>) stock is rocketing more than 81% alongside <a href="https://www.nasdaq.com/press-release/stoke-therapeutics-announces-landmark-new-data-that-support-the-potential-for-stk-001">positive Phase 1/2a studies data</a>.</li>



<li>Check-Cap (NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/chek-stock-quote/">CHEK</a>) shares are soaring over 35% after announcing a <a href="https://www.nasdaq.com/press-release/nobul-ai-corp-and-check-cap-ltd-enter-into-definitive-business-combination-agreement">business combination agreement</a>.</li>



<li>OpGen (NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/opgn-stock-quote/">OPGN</a>) stock is surging more than 30% after announcing the <a href="https://ir.opgen.com/news-releases/news-release-details/opgen-announces-acquisition-preferred-stock-david-lazar">acquisition of its preferred shares</a>.</li>



<li>C3is (NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/ciss-stock-quote/">CISS</a>) shares are rising over 25% as it <a href="https://c3is.pro/c3is-inc-announces-the-date-for-the-release-of-the-fourth-quarter-and-twelve-months-2023-financial-and-operating-results/investor-relations/press-releases/">prepares to release earnings</a>.</li>



<li>Krispy Kreme (NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/dnut-stock-quote/">DNUT</a>) stock is increasing more than 22% on <a href="https://www.cnbc.com/2024/03/26/mcdonalds-to-sell-krispy-kreme-doughnuts-nationwide-by-end-of-2026.html">a collaboration with McDonald&rsquo;s</a> (NYSE:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/mcd-stock-quote/">MCD</a>).</li>



<li>Mesoblast (NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/meso-stock-quote/">MESO</a>) shares are gaining over 21% alongside <a href="https://www.nasdaq.com/press-release/united-states-food-drug-administration-fda-notifies-mesoblast-that-available-clinical">an update on a drug submission</a>.</li>



<li>Allarity Therapeutics (NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/allr-stock-quote/">ALLR</a>) stock is climbing more than 16% after <a href="https://app.quotemedia.com/data/downloadFiling?webmasterId=90423&amp;ref=318185017&amp;type=PDF&amp;symbol=ALLR&amp;cdn=4c6b3ee332556111dd440255ac861084&amp;companyName=Allarity+Therapeutics+Inc.&amp;formType=S-8&amp;formDescription=Registration+statement+under+Securities+Act+of+1933+to+be+offered+to+employees+pursuant+to+certain+plans&amp;dateFiled=2024-03-25">updating its Equity Incentive Plan</a>.</li>



<li>Intelligent (NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/intj-stock-quote/">INTJ</a>) shares are getting an over 14% boost without any clear news this morning.</li>



<li>60 Degrees (NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/sxtp-stock-quote/">SXTP</a>) stock is jumping more than 14% on Tuesday morning.</li>



<li>XTL Biopharmaceuticals (NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/xtlb-stock-quote/">XTLB</a>) shares are up over 13% today.</li>
</ol><h2>10 Top Losers</h2>



<ol><li>Tidal Trust II YieldMax MRNA Option Income Strategy ETF (NYSEARCA:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/mrny-stock-quote/">MRNY</a>) stock is plummeting 60% this morning.</li>



<li>NeuBase Therapeutics (NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/nbse-stock-quote/">NBSE</a>) shares are crashing more than 54% after announcing a <a href="https://app.quotemedia.com/data/downloadFiling?webmasterId=90423&amp;ref=318184533&amp;type=PDF&amp;symbol=NBSE&amp;cdn=3014c60622ce95fc448919cc3936cd2b&amp;companyName=NeuBase+Therapeutics+Inc.&amp;formType=PRE+14A&amp;formDescription=Preliminary+proxy+statement+providing+notification+matters+to+be+brought+to+a+vote&amp;dateFiled=2024-03-25">special shareholder meeting</a>.</li>



<li>AppTech Payments (NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/apcx-stock-quote/">APCX</a>) stock is diving close to 43% after <a href="https://www.nasdaq.com/press-release/apptech-payments-corp.-announces-proposed-underwritten-public-offering-of-common">proposing a share offering</a>.</li>



<li>The Real Good Food (NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/rgf-stock-quote/">RGF</a>) shares are dropping over 19% on Tuesday.</li>



<li>Next e GO (NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/egox-stock-quote/">EGOX</a>) stock is taking a more than 18% beating <a href="https://investorplace.com/2024/03/why-is-next-e-go-egox-stock-up-86-today/">after a recent rally</a>.</li>



<li>eFFECTOR Therapeutics (NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/eftr-stock-quote/">EFTR</a>) shares are tumbling over 18% alongside its <a href="https://finance.yahoo.com/news/effector-therapeutics-reports-fourth-quarter-200100641.html">latest earnings report</a>.</li>



<li>Tivic Health Systems (NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/tivc-stock-quote/">TIVC</a>) stock is decreasing more than 16% with the release of its <a href="https://investorplace.com/earning-results/2024/03/tivc-stock-earnings-tivic-health-systems-for-q4-of-2023/">Q4 earnings report</a>.</li>



<li>Kaival Brands Innovations (NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/kavl-stock-quote/">KAVL</a>) shares are sliding over 12% after releasing its <a href="https://www.marketscreener.com/quote/stock/KAIVAL-BRANDS-INNOVATIONS-111314401/news/Kaival-Brands-Innovations-Group-Inc-Reports-Earnings-Results-for-the-First-Quarter-Ended-January-3-46281052/">most recent earnings report</a>.</li>



<li>Tuniu (NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/tour-stock-quote/">TOUR</a>) stock is falling more than 10% this morning.</li>



<li>Westport Fuel Systems (NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/wprt-stock-quote/">WPRT</a>) shares close out our pre-market stock movers down over 10% <a href="https://seekingalpha.com/article/4680367-westport-fuel-systems-stock-q4-earnings-review-maintain-hold">alongside Q4 earnings</a>.</li>
</ol>On the date of publication, William White did not have (either directly or indirectly) any positions in the securities mentioned in this article. The opinions expressed in this article are those of the writer, subject to the&nbsp;InvestorPlace.com&nbsp;<a href="https://investorplace.com/corporate/investorplace-publishing-guidelines/" target="_blank">Publishing Guidelines</a>.
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The Nasdaq is one of the most closely watched indexes for every investor to follow. The Nasdaq, which is an acronym for the National Association of Securities Dealers Automated Quotations, is an exchange comprised of more than 3,400 individual securities. Many of these stocks are in the technology sector including the Magnificent 7 stocks.&nbsp;With that trend unlikely to change, it&rsquo;s a good time to look at the best Nasdaq stocks to buy in April. &nbsp;



The Nasdaq exchange was launched in 1971 to create an avenue for new, emerging companies to trade on the stock market.&nbsp;Also, it was the first U.S. stock exchange to allow online trading, which attracted <a href="https://investorplace.com/industries/technology/">technology stocks</a> that viewed the exchange as more modern. &nbsp;



Because of its heavy weighting toward technology stock, Nasdaq stocks are popular with growth-oriented investors. However, you can find stocks in virtually every sector of the market. 



So now, let&rsquo;s explore three stocks from outside the tech sector. Each has high short-term upside that puts them among the best Nasdaq stocks to buy in April. &nbsp;



<h2>Microvast (MVST)</h2>



<div><img width="300" height="169" src="https://investorplace.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/battery-power-vector-300x169.png" alt="A vector illustration of a battery with neon lines swirling it; forever battery. promising battery stocks"><div>Source: MarySan / Shutterstock</div></div>Microvast (NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/mvst-stock-quote/">MVST</a>) hearkens back to the early days of the Nasdaq exchange. The company only went public in 2021. MVST stock is down 60% in the last six months, the company is not yet profitable, and the stock trades for just 59 cents per share as of the market close on April 2, 2024. Oh, and short interest is up about 13% in the last month and about 14% of the total float. &nbsp;



However, Microvast provides the essential technology needed to make electric vehicle (EV) batteries. In fact, the company is part of every stage of the process including manufacturing. It currently has three battery manufacturing plants in operation. 



On April 1, Microvast beat analyst expectations on the top and bottom lines. Revenue of $104.58 million was 10.7% higher than estimates and nearly 50% higher year-over-year.&nbsp;



However, the company is also <a href="https://investorplace.com/2023/08/7-ev-stocks-with-huge-potential-you-can-buy-with-zero-regrets/" target="_blank">burning through cash</a>, and that shows no signs of stopping. In the company&rsquo;s earnings report, it said it <a href="https://ir.microvast.com/static-files/b7a7ff65-c64b-42bb-90ff-59408839514d" target="_blank">will need funding</a> to complete construction on a fourth manufacturing plant in Tennessee. This could be something for shareholders to watch in the short term. However, analysts don&rsquo;t appear to be phased. They remain bullish on the stock and give it a 493% upside from its current price. &nbsp;



<h2>Piedmont Lithium (PLL)</h2>



<div><img width="300" height="169" src="https://investorplace.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/pll1600-300x169.png" alt="Person holding cellphone with logo of US mining company Piedmont Lithium Inc. (PLL) on screen in front of business webpage. Focus on phone display. Unmodified photo."><div>Source: T. Schneider / Shutterstock.com</div></div>If you&rsquo;re looking for an even more picks-and-shovel play on the emerging need for lithium, Piedmont Lithium (NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/pll-stock-quote/">PLL</a>) takes you right to the source. Mining stocks were hit hard as the supply of lithium outpaced demand in 2023. As a reflection of that supply-demand imbalance, PLL stock is down 77% in the last 12 months.



However, that cycle appears to be reversing. The key takeaway for investors comes down to location. Piedmont is one of the leading North American lithium miners. This coincides to a time when the U.S. Congress is looking for ways to bring the lithium supply chain closer to home.&nbsp;



Further, Piedmont has an operational lithium mine in Quebec with two other assets in development. At <a href="https://investorplace.com/2024/03/from-six-figures-to-seven-3-lithium-stocks-set-to-make-millionaires/" target="_blank">peak production</a>, the company is targeting 525,000tpy of spodumene concentrate and 60,000tpy of lithium hydroxide. As lithium prices increase, PLL stock is setting up to be an easy multibagger stock in coming years. &nbsp;



<h2>Real Good Food (RGF)</h2>



<a href="https://investorplace.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/healthy-food.jpg"><img width="300" height="169" src="https://investorplace.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/healthy-food-300x169.jpg" alt="Healthy food including salmon, almonds, garlic, broccoli, avocado, and lettuce"></a>At first glance, Real Good Food (NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/rgf-stock-quote/">RGF</a>) is an odd choice as one of the best Nasdaq stocks to buy in April. The stock is down over 91% in the last 12 months. And, it trades for just 37 cents per share after <a href="https://investorplace.com/2023/02/3-bargain-stocks-worth-buying-at-these-52-week-lows/" target="_blank">diluting its stock</a> in October 2023. &nbsp;



Plus, the company is trying to occupy a niche of healthy frozen food that doesn&rsquo;t have much of a moat. But, it is in channels such as Costco (NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/cost-stock-quote/">COST</a>) and Sam&rsquo;s Club. Additionally, the company is generating revenue which has increased year over year (YOY) in the last two quarters. &nbsp;



Now to help it turn a profit, Real Good Food is <a href="https://investors.realgoodfoods.com/news-releases/news-release-details/real-good-food-company-announces-leadership-changes-and-supply" target="_blank">making a change in the C-suite</a>. Tim Zimmer, the former chief marketing officer at Smithfield Foods is taking over as CEO. He most recently helped Smithfield turn around its Sara Lee Fresh Bakery division. &nbsp;



Investors will hear from Zimmer for the first time when the company reports earnings in May. But analysts remain bullish on RGF stock with a consensus price target of $4.75, an increase of 11,73% from its current price. &nbsp;



On the date of publication, Chris Markoch did not have (either directly or indirectly) any positions in the securities mentioned in this article. The opinions expressed in this article are those of the writer, subject to the InvestorPlace.com <a href="https://investorplace.com/corporate/investorplace-publishing-guidelines/">Publishing Guidelines</a>.&nbsp;



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리얼 굿 푸드 컴퍼니(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RGF#NASDAQ">RGF</a>) 주식은 회사가 PMC 파이낸셜 서비스 및 엔블럼 인베스트먼트 펀드(Emblem Investment Fund)와의 부채 재융자 거래를 발표한 후 목요일 시간외 거래에서 70% 이상 급등했다. 이는 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/24/09/g41055786/the-real-good-food-company-announces-debt-refinancing-transactions-with-pmc-financial-services-and" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-google-interstitial="false">6,000만 달러의 새로운 장기 대출</a>을 위한 거래이다.
세부 사항: 이 회사는 수익금 중 800만 달러를 기존 PMC 자금 상환에 사용하고 5,200만 달러를 거래 수수료 및 일반 기업 운영 자금으로 사용하여 제조 능력 확장과 여러 기업 이니셔티브를 지원하여 회사의 수익성 있는 장기 성장을 위한 기반을 마련한다고 밝혔다.
또한, 이 거래의 일환으로 이 회사는 엔블럼(Emblem)에 자회사인 리얼 굿 푸드 LLC(Real Good Food LLC)의 클래스 C 유닛 형태로 발행된 19.99%의 미상장 주식을 발행하여 이 회사의 보통주로 교환할 수 있도록 하였다.
다음 읽기: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/09/41036580/expect-healthy-online-spending-this-holiday-season-says-analyst-what-to-know">올해 연휴 시즌에 건강한 온라인 지출을 기대하세요, 애널리스트가 말합니다: 알아야 할 사항</a>
&#8220;우리는 이러한 혁신적인 거래를 발표하게 되어 매우 기쁘다. 이는 우리에게 상당한 유동성을 제공하고 공급망 및 전략적 이니셔티브에 대한 중요한 투자를 할 수 있는 능력을 제공한다. 이는 우리 공급망을 강화하여 제품에 대한 강한 수요를 충족하고 고객 서비스 향상에 기여하여 수익성 있는 장기 성장을 위한 기반을 마련한다&#8221;고 리얼 굿 푸드의 CEO인 팀 짐머(Tim Zimmer)가 말했다.
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RGF 주가 움직임: <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/?gspk=YWRhbWVja2VydDUzMzY&amp;gsxid=zBMR4PKmcgBw">Benzinga Pro</a>에 따르면, 리얼 굿 푸드의 주식은 목요일 애프터 아워에서 72.84% 상승한 64센트로 거래되었다.
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