5 Big Gainers Today Catching Trader Buzz

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Top.Gainers highlighting the top gainers of the day, providing timely updates and insights on the market's highest achievers.
 

•  24 Sep 2025
 

•   AQMS  
   
  +7.85%
•   ATCH  
   
  -4.35%
•   CLPT  
   
  +0.52%
•   LAC  
   
  +1.34%
•   SHFS  
   
  -2.83%

$SHFS delivered a spectacular performance with shares rocketing over 123% as two separate but equally compelling stories unfolded. The company made headlines with reports of a 283% overnight surge following a major equity financing agreement filed on September 17. Adding to the momentum, there were also reports about Youxin Technology 59% after-hours pop after acquiring a 51% stake in a Salesforce partner, though some market confusion appears to exist around the exact corporate structure and relationships. The Colorado-based company Common Stock Purchase Agreement has clearly resonated with investors looking for high-growth opportunities in the current market environment.

$LAC emerged as another standout performer, soaring nearly 96% on reports that the Trump administration is seeking a 10% equity stake in Lithium Americas. This potential government investment represents a significant vote of confidence in the company Thacker Pass lithium mine project in Nevada, which is backed by a $2.26 billion federal loan and is projected to become the largest lithium operation in the Western Hemisphere when production begins in 2028. The move aligns with the administration's broader strategy of securing critical mineral supply chains, following similar government stakes in Intel and MP Materials. With trading volume exploding to over 286 million shares compared to the average 8.55 million, institutional and retail investors alike are clearly betting on the strategic importance of domestic lithium production.

$ATCH posted an impressive 82% gain following AtlasClear Holdings announcement of securing an additional $2 million in funding led by two board members, completing their previously announced $5 million financing round. The company's ability to attract internal investment from board members sends a positive signal about insider confidence in the business direction.

$CLPT caught significant trader attention with a nearly 59% surge in premarket trading, reaching $17 per share. ClearPoint Neuro's dramatic move has market watchers questioning whether the stock can retest its 52-week highs. The medical technology company's sharp move on relatively modest volume suggests either highly concentrated buying interest or potential news flow that hasn't yet been fully disclosed to the broader market.

$AQMS rounded out the top gainers with a 45% jump in after-hours trading following insider stock transaction disclosures. Aqua Metals saw its shares climb to $5.50 after CEO Stephen Cotton was granted 11,250 fully vested common shares on September 19, though he subsequently sold 4,765 shares at $4.12 to cover obligations. While insider selling typically raises eyebrows, the stock award structure and timing have apparently been interpreted positively by the market.

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