• Lexaria, a global innovator in drug delivery platforms, recently hired a contract research organization (“CRO”) for its upcoming chronic human study, GLP-1-H24-4
• This study will seek to evaluate various glucagon-like peptide-1 (“GLP-1”) formulations, processed with the company’s patented DehydraTECH(TM) technology
• The study will feature five arms, with each conducted using several investigational sites in Australia

Lexaria Bioscience (NASDAQ: LEXX), a global innovator in drug delivery platforms, recently announced the hiring of a contract research organization (“CRO”) that will be responsible for overseeing the execution of the company’s upcoming chronic human study, GLP-1-H24-4. This 12-week study will seek to evaluate various glucagon-like peptide 1 (“GLP-1”) formulations processed with the company’s patented DehydraTECH(TM) technology, which has demonstrated enhanced bioavailability in multiple studies. It will also explore other treatments with efficacy objectives, including, but not limited to, blood sugar reduction and weight loss (https://ibn.fm/ObpMK).

“This study will be the most comprehensive and impactful GLP-1 investigation that Lexaria has ever undertaken,” noted John Docherty, Lexaria’s President.

“The greatly expanded scope compared to our previous studies will allow us to investigate DehydraTECH-GLP-1 safety and efficacy over an extended treatment duration to significantly broaden our knowledge of DehydraTECH’s ability to potentially improve the effectiveness and tolerability of this world-leading class of drugs,” he added.

This study will have five active treatment arms, each with 16 diabetic patients. The first arm will use Rybelsus(R) as a positive control; the second will utilize DehydraTECH-CBD, the third will feature DehydraTECH-semaglutide while the fourth will see a combination of DehydraTECH-CBD and DehydraTECH-semaglutide. The last arm will feature DehydraTECH-tirzepatide. Each patient will be dosed orally daily, subject to change once the final protocol is complete.

Each of these arms of the study will be conducted using several investigational sites in Australia as a registrational Phase 1b study within Australian clinical regulatory authority regulations. Once completed, the study is expected to be equally regarded as a Phase 1b registrational study by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (“FDA”).

For Lexaria, this marks a significant milestone in its quest to offer a viable treatment option for diabetes. In 2022, its DIAB-A22-1 multi-week rodent study utilizing DehydraTECH-CBD demonstrated weight loss of 7% and reduced blood glucose levels of 19.9%+/-7%. In January 2024, the company discovered that DehydraTECH processing of Rybelsus(R)-branded semaglutide, after a single dose, improved blood sugar control and reached higher levels of semaglutide measured in blood than did Rybelsus(R) itself. The company looks to establish whether this improved pharmacokinetic performance could lead to improved weight loss and/or blood-sugar control compared to Rybelsus(R) alone after multi-week dosing.

Study preparations with the CRO are already in the works pursuant to an initial start-up agreement under which several activities will occur, such as full clinical protocol design and writing in consultation with medical experts, regulatory authority submissions, and data management planning. Lexaria’s management is optimistic that the results from this undertaking will be positive, further exemplifying the potential of its DehydraTECH technology and showcasing its overall viability in the potential treatment of diabetes and weight loss.

For more information, visit the company’s website at www.LexariaBioscience.com.

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• The International Energy Agency predicts that existing and planned mines will only meet 80% of global copper needs by 2030
• Torr Metals is developing two highly prospective copper-gold projects in Canada, one of the most mining-friendly and infrastructure-rich jurisdictions in the world
• In June, Torr Metals released the newest exploration data from Kolos in the Quesnel Terrane, a mining district in south-central British Columbia
• Several active mines operate within the Quesnel Terrane, including the four largest copper producers in Canada, being the Highland Valley, Gibraltar, Copper Mountain, and Mount Milligan mines

Copper, a critical metal nicknamed an “economic barometer” due to its multitude of uses that reflect the financial health of countries, is experiencing a spike in demand owing to vows for global electrification. Copper demand on a historical level – construction plumbing and wiring, transportation, power and communications transmission – remains strong, with added demand now for use in electric vehicles, charging stations, renewable energy, and the electric grid itself.

The situation has significant upside potential for companies big and small that are making investments in future copper production, including Torr Metals (TSX.V: TMET), Vale (NYSE: VALE), Newmont (NYSE: NEM), and Anglo American (LSE: AAL).

A Supply Shortfall Condition

That said, a looming supply shortage threatens to stall the momentum. The International Energy Agency predicts that existing and planned mines will only meet 80% of global copper needs by 2030. And that could be a generous estimate considering production is struggling to keep up with prior years.

An article published on Mining.com leveraged an infographic from The Visual Capitalist and due diligence of public information to estimate that copper production at the world’s top 20 copper mines in 2023 came in under 2020 capacity by nearly 20% (and estimated 7,411,752 tonnes vs. 8,869,000 tonnes).

As ore grades decline, supply interruptions abound around the world at leading producers, including Chile, Peru, Zambia and the DRC, ranging from droughts to regulatory and social obstacles.

Further compounding the issue are inflationary pressures and the hefty costs associated with developing new mines. These factors are acting as a significant deterrent to ramping up copper production and have severely dampened rates for new discoveries, which have plummeted in the last decade.

For the last several years, analysts have been arguing back and forth over whether copper will legitimately face a supply shortfall. With developments like the Panama Supreme Court ordering the shutdown of First Quantum Minerals Ltd. massive $10 billion Cobre Panama copper mine and Anglo American surprising with a production cut in South America, the narrative has shifted towards “when,” not “if.” To that point, BNN Bloomberg recently reporting that the surplus forecast for this year has essentially disappeared.

A Copper Grab Situation

There is investment activity in the copper market as majors look to capitalize on the opportunity. BHP offered $39 billion to buy Anglo American, a bid to create the world’s biggest copper producer. According to its May investor presentation, Barrick Gold plans to double its copper production by 2029. Vale has committed $3.3 billion to ramp-up copper and nickel production. In 2021, Newmont Gold paid $311 million to buy junior explorer GT Gold for the prize of its Saddle North copper-gold porphyry discovery and strengthening its foothold in the Golden Triangle region in northern British Columbia, Canada.

Torr Metals

Elsewhere in BC, watch for developments from Torr Metals, a young company focused on advancing its 100% owned, district-scale copper-gold porphyry and orogenic gold projects in highly accessible mining regions of Canada.

Torr’s projects check the boxes for being excellent opportunities to potentially develop new copper and gold discoveries, complete with multiple undrilled kilometer-scale exploration targets, existing infrastructure, and low-cost development opportunities with year-round drilling potential.

The approximately 240 km² Kolos Copper-Gold Project is in the prolific copper-producing Quesnel Terrane of south-central British Columbia, with direct access to Highway 5, and is situated 286 kilometers northeast of the port of Vancouver. On the eastern end of Canada, Torr has the ~261 km² Filion Gold Project that lies within an unexplored gold-bearing greenstone belt, adjacent to the Trans-Canada Highway 11, just 202 km from Timmins, northern Ontario.

BC’s Quesnel Terrane is a hotspot for copper exploration and production. This arc of volcanic and sedimentary rocks is known for hosting numerous major porphyry copper deposits, ideal for large-scale mining.

Several active mines operate within the Quesnel Terrane, like Teck Resources’ (TSE: TECK.A, TECK.B) (NYSE: TECK) Highland Valley mine, Hudbay Minerals’ (TSE: HBM) (NYSE: HBM) Copper Mountain mine, Taseko’s (TSX: TKO) (NYSE American: TGB) (LSE: TKO) Gibraltar mine, Centerra Gold’s (TSX: CG) (NYSE: CGAU) Mount Milligan mine, New Gold’s New Afton mine (TSX: NGD) (NYSE American: NGD), and Imperial Metals’ (TSX: III) Mount Polley mine, contributing significantly to Canada’s copper output. The region’s potential extends beyond current operations, with ongoing exploration aiming to discover and develop additional copper deposits to meet the growing global demand for this critical metal.

The latest data released in June by Torr confirmed never-drilled copper and gold mineralization in outcrop, while also expanding geophysical targeting at its Kolos project. Torr Metals found promising signs of copper and molybdenum in a new area of Kolos, dubbed the “Vik Zone.” The zone showed copper-rich rock alongside strong geophysical signals across a 2.5-kilometer trend, the latter indicating potential for robust hydrothermal alteration and mineralization extending 800 meters below the surface. Importantly, this is a completely new discovery with no prior exploration done.

Torr Metals’ copper potential at the Kolos Project is further substantiated by recent high-grade assay results from rock grab samples, revealing values of up to 0.42% Cu and 1.07 g/t Au, which are comparable if not superior to porphyry deposits in the region(*). Additionally, the identification of 10 new promising areas with similar rock types and geophysical readings to the six established drill-ready targets underscores the vast unexplored potential. With their grassroots exploration possibilities these areas offer exciting opportunities for future potential discoveries, making Torr Metals a highly attractive prospect.

(*)Comparisons disclosed are not necessarily indicate of the type or scale of mineralization on the Kolos Project.

For more information, visit the company’s website at www.TorrMetals.com.

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• The Robot-as-a-Service market is dynamic, projected to exceed $170 billion in the next six years
• Nightfood Holdings has acquired Future Hospitality Ventures in an all-stock deal that diversifies the CPG company and puts it on the leading edge of the RaaS revolution
• The initial thrust for Future Hospitality restaurants, hotels and multiple senior care facilities, all of which are prime opportunities for Future Hospitality’s technology

The service industry is undergoing a major transformation. While exceptional service will always be a cornerstone of the guest experience, advancements in automation technology are revolutionizing how restaurants and hotels operate and compete. According to a recent filing with the SEC by Nightfood Holdings (OTCQB: NGTF), the up-and-coming global service robots market is projected to exceed $170 billion by 2030.

Nightfood, which made its name by developing and commercializing healthier versions of popular late-night snacks, acquired the Robots-as-a-Service company Future Hospitality Ventures Holdings, Inc. in an all-stock transaction. As the name implies, Future Hospitality is focused on pioneering innovation in the hospitality industry.

Traditionally labor-intensive and repetitive tasks like cooking, food and beverage delivery, and guest check-in are ripe for automation. To that end, robots and automation are efficient, tireless new additions to the hospitality team.

Imagine a cooking robot that prepares meals with meticulous precision, ensuring every dish meets the highest standards. Server robots can whisk meals directly to guests’ doors, eliminating wait times and freeing up staff for personalized interactions. Even the check-in process can be streamlined by AI-powered chatbots or self-service kiosks, allowing guests to settle in with minimal delay.

The benefits extend far beyond efficiency. Robots can work tirelessly, alleviating pressure on existing staff and reducing workplace fatigue. This translates to a happier workforce, which ultimately fosters a more welcoming environment for guests. Additionally, automation can contribute to cost savings, allowing restaurants and hotels to reinvest in guest amenities.

Forward thinking Nightfood Holdings is embracing this automation revolution. By incorporating robots into key aspects of their operations, Nightfood aims to provide guests with a seamless and personalized experience. Their innovative approach underscores the immense potential robotics holds for the hospitality industry.

Under the leadership of Sonny Wang, who was recently named the new CEO of NGTF, Future Hospitality has secured distribution agreements with industry-leading manufacturers United Robotics Group and Botin Innovation and has distribution agreements with at least one other global manufacturer expected to be signed in the coming months.

The initial thrust will be in California, one of the largest economies in the world, boasting over 83,000 restaurants, 19,000 hotels and 1,200 senior care facilities, all of which are prime opportunities for Future Hospitality’s technology. California is undergoing an industry-wide upheaval after incrasing minimum wage to $20 per hour for fast food workers. Many popular restaurants have already closed their doors in California. For those that remain, finding operational efficiency through automation may be the only path to continue operations.

While some may fear automation replacing human interaction, the reality is quite different. Robotics are here to augment, not replace, the human touch in hospitality. By automating mundane tasks, staff can dedicate their time to offering exceptional task management, creating bespoke experiences, and fostering genuine connections with guests. Ultimately, the human element remains irreplaceable, but with robotic support, hospitality professionals can operate at their peak, ensuring guests feel valued and well-cared for.

The future of hospitality requires a harmonious blend of human expertise and technological innovation. Robots have become more sophisticated and seamlessly integrated. The industry is transforming before your eyes. This allows operators to offer guests a new level of convenience and efficiency while preserving the core values of exceptional service and personalized experiences.

It’s either automate or go out of business.

For more information, visit the company’s website at https://ir.nightfood.com/.

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• ECGI Holdings is a diversified holding company with a distinctive portfolio that includes viticulture and luxury fashion
• The company recently signed a binding Letter of Intent (“LOI”) to acquire all outstanding shares of Pacific Saddlery Inc., a renowned manufacturer and retailer of luxury equestrian tack, apparel, and accessories
• The company also announced plans to launch a new line of ready-to-wear equestrian apparel under Pacific Saddlery’s celebrated Allon brand
• ECGI is eyeing continued growth, driven by the introduction of the new Allon apparel line as well as more mainstream products, building on Pacific Saddlery’s equestrian roots
• Hermès, one of the most recognizable luxury brands today, expanded from its equestrian roots to produce mainstream luxury products, a trajectory in ECGI’s longer term strategy

A simple search of the world’s most popular luxury brands presents a list of easily recognizable names and their accompanying logos. One conspicuous logo that perhaps stands out from the rest is that of Hermès; it depicts a man standing in front of a horse and its carriage, with the company’s name emblazoned thereunder. This striking logo, which has over the years become one of the most recognizable luxury logos in the world, signifies Hermès’ rich equestrian history and heritage, which was just a beginning.

Founded in 1837 in Paris, France, the company initially created harnesses before growing its portfolio of products in 1880 to include saddles. Fast forward to today, the company creates a whole panoply of products across various métiers, from perfume, beauty products, watches, ready-to-wear apparel, and accessories to leather goods, saddlery, silk and textile products, jewelry, and homeware. It’s a good example of the potential to grow from limited equestrian market roots, to comprehensive equestrian and finally comprehensive luxury markets. ECGI Holdings is now beginning on this same proven path, but at an expedited pace.

Analyses by Global Market Insights show that the global equestrian market, which is segmented into the equestrian equipment and tack market (https://ibn.fm/5KHTr) and the equestrian apparel market (https://ibn.fm/STzRz), is expected to grow from $17.5 billion in 2023 to $26.7 billion by 2032. This growth – coupled with the market’s lucrativeness, as evidenced by the fact that there are no publicly traded equestrian companies because they are simply so profitable that they can remain private – has drawn ECGI Holdings (OTC: ECGI), a diversified holding company with a distinctive portfolio that includes viticulture and luxury fashion.

Last month, ECGI signed a binding Letter of Intent (“LOI”) to acquire all outstanding shares of Pacific Saddlery Inc., a renowned manufacturer and retailer of luxury equestrian tack, apparel, and accessories. The company noted that this acquisition strategically aligned with its objectives of expanding its presence in the luxury brands sector as well as its commitment to building high-quality luxury brands (https://ibn.fm/4ipES).

ECGI then announced plans to launch a new line of ready-to-wear equestrian apparel under Pacific Saddlery’s celebrated Allon brand. This collection is expected to cater to the burgeoning demand for quality equestrian apparel. The new line will be available online on Pacific Saddlery’s website and at Pacific Saddlery’s mobile retail trailer. In addition, the company will offer this new line for wholesale to expand its market reach (https://ibn.fm/J8cMs).

With the launch of the Allon apparel brand ongoing, ECGI has its sights set on future growth, following a path that Hermès created many years prior. The company hopes to build on Pacific Saddlery’s equestrian foundation to progressively roll out more mainstream luxury products. This move is expected to expand the company’s market and product portfolio, putting ECGI on a trajectory of even faster and more consistent growth.

For more information, visit the company’s website at www.ECGIHoldings.com.

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• MedCana offers a long list of proprietary essential services to its clients
• The company’s team of pharmaceutical scientists includes some of the world’s most respected chemists
• From initial grow to final product, MedCana helps partners produce pharmaceutical CBD and other extracts that have no equal

As the cannabis industry prepares to enter a new era with a pending schedule change in the Controlled Substances Act (“CSA”), Software Effective Solutions (d/b/a MedCana) (OTC: SFWJ) is committed to being a worldwide force for high-quality cannabis products. To achieve this lofty goal, the company is focused on building the technology, laboratories, growing facilities, and scientific teams needed to provide premium pharmaceutical-grade cannabis extracts to the world (https://ibn.fm/SwbUU).

Leading the way forward in the cannabis space, the company offers a long list of essential resources and services for its clients. That list includes proprietary blockchain technology to track every product from seed to the growing facility to the final product; a team of expert scientists, engineers and chemists from the United States and Colombia; state-of-the-art laboratory equipment; partners with growing facilities in Colombia; and an impressive international management team from the U.S. and Colombia.

MedCana’s team of pharmaceutical scientists includes some of the most respected chemists in the world. This extraordinary group is committed to ensuring that MedCana customers and partners can create premium pharmaceutical-grade cannabis extracts that satisfy the growing worldwide demand while also meeting the highest industry standards.

Unlike any other software in the market, the company’s proprietary software ensures traceability and quality from seed to products. In addition, one of MedCana’s partners will be a globally certified lab that will provide certification for distribution through the Pharmaceutical Inspection Co-operation Scheme (PIC/S). PIC/S presently comprises 54 participating authorities worldwide, including Europe, Africa, America, Asia and Australia.

As MedCana works to achieve its objective of becoming a worldwide cannabis-market force, the company’s initial emphasis is on partnering with and developing companies in Latin America with a focus in Colombia and partnerships with laboratories, research facilities, and hospitals throughout the world. “MedCana’s advantage is our global view and reach,” the company states. “From initial grow to final product, we’ll be helping partners produce pharmaceutical CBD and other extracts that will have no equal.”

Software Effective Solutions is a global infrastructure and holding company in the cannabis industry. MedCana currently has five companies focused on pharmaceutical cannabis production, as well a software company focused on managing processes for plant-to-patient operations. The recent acquisition of an irrigation and greenhouse technology company rounds out MedCana’s portfolio of holdings.

For more information, visit the company’s website at www.MedCana.net.

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• Aston Bay reports on 2024 exploration plans for Epworth sediment-hosted copper-silver-zinc-cobalt project located in Nunavut, Canada
• Property has impressive copper, silver, zinc and cobalt grades at the surface
• Project includes airborne electromagnetic and magnetic survey, geological and structural mapping, prospecting, and rock and lake sediment sampling

With silver and copper projections looking good for this year, Aston Bay Holdings (TSX.V: BAY) (OTCQB: ATBHF) has announced its 2024 exploration plans for its Epworth sediment-hosted copper-silver-zinc-cobalt project located in Nunavut, Canada (https://ibn.fm/CcBjS). Aston Bay is a publicly traded mineral exploration company exploring for high-grade critical and precious metal deposits in Canada and the United States.

The company noted that it has $2 million in flow-through funds in place to be put to work this season, with additional financing available to support the planned exploration projects. Those projects include a 5,000 line-kilometer airborne electromagnetic and magnetic survey to identify copper exploration targets and delineate regional and property-scale structures, and geological and structural mapping, prospecting, and rock and lake sediment sampling, directed by Dr. Elizabeth Turner, to augment geophysical targeting. In addition, the company plans to hold community meetings in Kugluktuk to keep its community partners informed and involved.

“We are eager to get to work at our Epworth property,” said Thomas Ullrich, Aston Bay CEO. “The classic tale of exploration starts with high grade mineralization found at surface, then chased up with geological mapping and geophysical surveys that point to the drill targets leading to significant discovery at depth. That is how the major copper deposits of Central Africa were discovered, and that is our playbook for Epworth. We have impressive copper, silver, zinc and cobalt grades at the surface and are excited to begin the geophysical surveys and surface work to develop drill targets this season. And with drill permits already in hand and funding in place, we are ready continue on the path toward discovery next year.”

The potential at the Epworth property is promising. Mineralization at the location is similar in style to that in deposits of the Central African Copper Belt and Aston Bay’s Storm Copper Project. The company noted that chalcocite boulders at the surface yield up to 61.2% copper with 5,600 grams per tonne silver in select rock grab samples from more than 300 historic samples. In addition, recent prospecting rock grab samples yielded more than 37.8% copper, 27.4% zinc, 1,100 grams per tonne silver, 3 grams per tonne gold and 1,700 parts per million cobalt.

“Emerald Geological Services is excited to implement the 2024 field program in pursuing critical and precious metal discoveries, 30 years following the discovery of the chalcocite boulder by EGS’s founder,” said Bruce MacLachlan from Emerald Geological Services, vendor of the Epworth property.

The Epworth property is located approximately 80 kilometers southeast of the village of Kugluktuk (formerly Coppermine) in the Kitikmeot Region of Nunavut, Canada. Logistical access is provided by float plane and helicopter from Kugluktuk and the city of Yellowknife, 500 kilometers to the south. The size of the property has been significantly increased with recent staking. The property originally included 15 claims measuring more than 8,320 hectares; it now consists of 51 claims covering an area of 71,135 hectares.

Aston Bay is a publicly traded mineral exploration company exploring for high-grade critical and precious metal deposits in Nunavut, Canada, and the state of Virginia. The company is led by CEO Thomas Ullrich, with exploration in Virginia directed by the company’s advisor, Don Taylor, the 2018 Thayer Lindsley Award winner for his discovery of the Taylor Pb-Zn-Ag Deposit in Arizona.

The company is currently exploring the Storm Copper and Epworth properties in Nunavut and the high-grade Buckingham Gold Vein in central Virginia. The company is also in advanced stages of negotiation on other lands with high-grade critical metals potential in North America.

For more information, visit the company’s website at https://AstonBayHoldings.com.

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• Energy and Water Development, a green-tech engineering solutions company focused on delivering water and energy to extreme environments, understands the existing issues associated with climate change and its impact on water access
• Studies have demonstrated that climate change threatens critical existing water sources for populations all over the world
• Through its innovative, off-grid solution, using solar power or other available energy sources to pull water directly from the atmosphere, the company looks to address this problem, making clean water accessible to especially endangered populations

Energy and Water Development (OTCQB: EAWD), a green-tech engineering solutions company focused on delivering water and energy to extreme environments, is cognizant of the ongoing challenge of climate change and is looking to address it. As a company well-versed in building water and energy systems out of already existing and proven technologies, and integrating its patent-pending systems configuration, EAWD fully understands the strain that climate change is putting on natural water sources.

Various studies have shown that climate change can threaten the quality of water, primarily through increased runoff of pollutants and sediments. In some areas, climate change has brought heavy downpours, which, in turn, has increased pollutant runoff and sedimentation in source waters such as rivers, lakes, and streams. This complicates water treatment and even diminishes water quality (https://ibn.fm/jVNFM).

For other areas climate change results in shorter rainy seasons and faster depletion of existing fresh water resources. Drought can affect ground water and other sources, as well as reducing important glaciers and increasing sea levels. The latter can increase saltwater intrusion into source waters, reducing the amount of available source water or degrading the quality of existing sources (https://ibn.fm/jRzUM).

EAWD, through its solar-powered atmosphere water generation, can offer a significant amount of independence from groundwater and other traditional sources for fresh water. Their systems can provide an unlimited water resource with no adverse environmental effects. The system works on the core principle that clean air contains significant amounts of water. By tapping into this resource, EAWD can reduce dependence on existing resources, reducing climate change’s impact on existing water resources (https://ibn.fm/e31kt).

“We know that water scarcity is a critical and growing issue that does not discriminate,” noted Irma Velazquez, EAWD’s CEO. “Everyone, anywhere, is entitled to clean, abundant drinking water and our improved off-grid atmosphere water generation systems can help communities provide an unlimited source of fresh water without drawing any power from the grid, even in the most severely drought-stricken areas,” he added (https://ibn.fm/onuIw).

EAWD’s mission is clear, and its management is confident that its industry-leading, innovative solution can offer a sustainable solution to the growing clean water problem, especially in areas where energy and clean water access are challenging.

For more information, visit the company’s website at www.Energy-Water.com.

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• Bank of America highlights Pinterest for significant revenue growth in 2024, driven by strategic partnerships and AI integration
• Wedbush maintains a “Neutral” rating on Pinterest but raises the price target to $46, indicating a potential upside of 5.73%
• Pinterest’s stock shows a stable trading pattern with a year’s high of $45.185 and a low of $23.59, reflecting growth potential amidst market volatility

Bank of America has recently highlighted Pinterest (NYSE: PINS) as a key stock to watch in the latter half of 2024, emphasizing its potential for significant revenue growth. This interest in Pinterest is part of a larger analysis focusing on over 100 market catalysts, particularly within the internet and e-commerce sectors. Pinterest’s anticipated revenue boost is attributed to its strategic third-party partnerships, a notable collaboration with Google, and the integration of innovative AI tools. These initiatives are expected to generate around $140 million in partnership revenues for 2024, showcasing Pinterest’s proactive approach to leveraging technology and partnerships to drive growth.

In a related development, Wedbush maintained a “Neutral” rating on Pinterest, with analyst Scott Devitt setting a new price target of $46, up from its current price of approximately $43.51. This adjustment reflects a modest optimism about Pinterest’s stock, suggesting a potential upside of 5.73%. This valuation adjustment by Wedbush, as reported by StreetInsider, underscores the cautious yet positive outlook some analysts have regarding Pinterest’s financial future.

Pinterest’s stock performance further supports the company’s promising outlook. On a recent trading day, Pinterest’s shares saw a slight increase of 0.69%, closing at $43.74. The stock’s movement within the day ranged from a low of $43.11 to a high of $44.05, indicating a stable yet positive trading pattern. With a market capitalization of approximately $29.88 billion and a trading volume of 2.53 million shares, Pinterest demonstrates solid market presence and investor interest. The stock’s performance over the year, reaching a high of $45.185 and a low of $23.59, reflects its volatility but also highlights its growth potential amidst the fluctuating market conditions.

The combined insights from Bank of America and Wedbush paint a picture of cautious optimism for Pinterest. The company’s strategic initiatives, particularly in partnerships and technology integration, are set to propel its revenue growth, aligning with broader market trends that favor innovative and growth-oriented stocks. As Pinterest continues to navigate the dynamic e-commerce and internet sectors, its stock remains a notable one to watch, offering potential opportunities for investors attuned to the evolving digital landscape.

For more information, visit the company’s website at www.Pinterest.com

The NECANN New Jersey Cannabis Convention will be held in partnership with 420NJevents at the Atlantic City Convention Center, September 6-7. As the NECANN family continues to grow every year, the turnout this year is expected to cross 4,000+ attendees with 200 exhibitors showcasing their innovative business ideas.

The NECANN New Jersey Cannabis Convention has developed robust networking and business connections since its first event in 2019. The convention will be attended by influential canna traders, license holders, dispensary owners, suppliers, investors, ancillary industries, and industry leaders from the East Coast and beyond. New Jersey has a thriving cannabis market, and the NECANN Convention is considered a powerful business platform for the region’s cannabis trading community.

Local traders, growers, and entrepreneurs, set up exhibitor booths to showcase their innovative products, and services. Industry thought leaders and experts will share insights on important trends in the cannabis industry. Attendees can discover the newest canna products and enjoy the unique experiences for which the New Jersey NECANN event is well known.

The NECANN New Jersey Convention strives to unite the local cannabis community by offering phenomenal networking and business opportunities for the region. The event will be graced by important cannabis industry leaders and investors looking for the best investment avenues. Local traders can leverage this key opportunity to learn the latest industry trends in order to stay in line with growing competition. They can also connect with serious investors to establish long-term business ties.

The NECANN event is one of the largest cannabis events in the northeast. The event offers collaborative business opportunities and high returns for sponsors, exhibitors, traders, and regional cannabis businesses. Exhibitor spaces and sponsorships are available for interested parties.

To know more, please visit https://ibn.fm/SxzuY

• SenesTech, a rodent fertility control product provider, has announced the deployment of its already successful Evolve(TM) product to the U.S. Virgin Islands
• The Wild Ecology Group will administer the initiative and will see a rollout on over 60 islands under the group’s care
• The deal signifies an opportunity for additional growth for the company, on the heels of an already highly successful rollout in the U.S.

SenesTech (NASDAQ: SNES), a rodent fertility control product provider and the inventor of the only EPA-registered contraceptive for male and female rats, just announced the deployment of its Evolve(TM) flagship product to the U.S. Virgin Islands in an effort administered by The Wild Ecology Group. This represents a new growth opportunity for the company, given that Wild Ecology will place regular orders as it seeks to address the growing invasive rat problem (https://ibn.fm/tqBiN).

“The Wild Ecology Group sees Evolve as part of a long term, sustainable solution to invasive species proliferation and is being rolled out to over 60 islands in our care,” noted Nick Morrison from Wild Ecology Group. “Ultimately, Evolve will be our ‘standard of care’ as we assess our programs worldwide,” he added.

“The initial multi-pallet order is already en route to the U.S. Virgin Islands, and we have reserved The Wild Ecology’s regular order in our production schedule,” noted Joel Fruendt, President and CEO of SenesTech.

The active ingredient in SenesTech’s minimum-risk soft bait for proactive control of rats has proven to effectively reduce fertility in rodents in various independent studies. This, in addition to its high palatability, easy deployment, and diverse placement in many different environments, makes it the go-to pest control product. Additionally, it presents organizations and individual consumers with a more proactive option for addressing the rodent population, as opposed to a more reactive one, as is the case with traps and poisons.

SenesTech’s management remains optimistic that 2024 will be the company’s biggest year yet, and the milestones achieved thus far point to that. They also reflect the team’s commitment to creating shareholder value and fulfilling the promises and goals set at the beginning of the year.

For more information, visit the company’s website at www.SenesTech.com.

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