Forget the Anthropic IPO. Here Are 6 Stocks Worth Watching.

The article analyzes six publicly traded tech stocks as alternatives to the anticipated Anthropic IPO, evaluating their potential to double by 2028. The stocks examined are IonQ, Archer Aviation, AST SpaceMobile, SoundHound AI, D-Wave Quantum, and Redwire. The analysis considers each company's market cap, cash runway, revenue conversion potential, and execution risks. Redwire and SoundHound AI are identified as having the most realistic paths to doubling, while IonQ and D-Wave are considered more speculative due to quantum computing's uncertain timeline to commercial viability.

10/21/2026, 10:21 PM • The Motley Fool

Stock Market Today, Oct. 21: Space Exploration Technologies Surges on Q3 Earnings Beat

Space Exploration Technologies (SPCX) surged 7.80% on October 21, 2026, following a strong Q3 earnings report with $14.6 billion in revenue (up 161% YoY) and $4.4 billion in net income. The company turned profitable driven by AI-related revenue growth of 830%. CEO Elon Musk projected 2027 annual revenue between $500 billion and $1 trillion, though the CFO provided more conservative Q1 2027 guidance of $33-37 billion. The stock's P/S ratio stands at 68.

10/21/2026, 5:20 PM • The Motley Fool

Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman LLC Urges AST SpaceMobile, Inc. Investors to Act: Class Action Filed Alleging Investor Harm

A class action lawsuit has been filed against AST SpaceMobile, Inc. alleging securities fraud. The complaint claims the company made false statements regarding its capital requirements, liquidity position, competitive standing in the satellite direct-to-cell market, and user adoption rates between March 4, 2025 and July 15, 2026. Investors have until November 13, 2026 to request lead plaintiff status.

10/21/2026, 12:00 PM • GlobeNewswire

ROSEN, LEADING TRIAL ATTORNEYS, Encourages AST SpaceMobile, Inc. Investors to Secure Counsel Before Important Deadline in Securities Class Action - ASTS

Rosen Law Firm is reminding investors who purchased AST SpaceMobile securities between March 4, 2025 and July 15, 2026 of an important November 13, 2026 lead plaintiff deadline in an ongoing securities class action. The lawsuit alleges that defendants made false statements regarding the company's capital requirements, liquidity position, competitive standing in the satellite D2C market, and user adoption rates, resulting in material misstatements that caused investor damages.

10/20/2026, 8:00 PM • GlobeNewswire

ROSEN, NATIONAL INVESTOR COUNSEL, Encourages Lincoln Educational Services Corporation Investors to Secure Counsel Before Important Deadline in Securities Class Action - LINC

Rosen Law Firm is encouraging investors who purchased securities of Lincoln Educational Services (LINC), AST SpaceMobile (ASTS), and Beta Bionics (BBNX) during specified class periods to join securities class action lawsuits. The firm reminds investors of important lead plaintiff deadlines and notes that class actions have already been filed alleging false and misleading statements by defendants.

10/18/2026, 5:58 AM • GlobeNewswire

Look Who's Using D2C Satellite Phones Now!

SpaceX has deployed 650 direct-to-cell (D2C) satellites and received FCC approval for 15,000 more, significantly outpacing competitor AST SpaceMobile which has only 13 satellites. An interactive tracker from Opensignal shows D2C connections are concentrated in the US, Canada, and select regions like Japan, Australia, and parts of South America, suggesting significant growth potential as more satellites are deployed globally.

10/18/2026, 5:05 AM • The Motley Fool

ROSEN, SKILLED INVESTOR RIGHTS COUNSEL, Encourages AST SpaceMobile, Inc. Investors to Secure Counsel Before Important Deadline in Securities Class Action - ASTS

A securities class action lawsuit has been filed against AST SpaceMobile, Inc. for allegedly making false and misleading statements regarding its capital requirements, liquidity position, competitive standing in the satellite D2C market, and user adoption rates. Investors who purchased securities between March 4, 2025 and July 15, 2026 may be eligible for compensation. The lead plaintiff deadline is November 13, 2026.

10/18/2026, 12:36 AM • GlobeNewswire

ROSEN, RECOGNIZED INVESTOR COUNSEL, Encourages Baidu, Inc. Investors to Secure Counsel Before Important Deadline in Securities Class Action - BIDU

Rosen Law Firm is reminding investors in Baidu, Inc., AST SpaceMobile, Inc., and Beta Bionics, Inc. about upcoming deadlines to join securities class action lawsuits. The lawsuits allege that these companies made false or misleading statements regarding their business operations and financial prospects. Investors who purchased securities during specified class periods may be eligible for compensation.

10/18/2026, 12:25 AM • GlobeNewswire

ROSEN, GLOBAL INVESTOR COUNSEL, Encourages Tigo Energy, Inc. Investors to Secure Counsel Before Important Deadline in Securities Class Action First Filed by the Firm - TYGO

Rosen Law Firm is reminding investors in Tigo Energy, AST SpaceMobile, and Beta Bionics of upcoming deadlines to join securities class action lawsuits. The firm alleges that Tigo Energy made false revenue projections based on an EG4 partnership that would not materialize until Q4 2026 at the earliest, resulting in materially misleading statements about the company's business and prospects.

10/18/2026, 12:24 AM • GlobeNewswire

ROSEN, A LEADING INVESTOR RIGHTS LAW FIRM, Encourages AST SpaceMobile, Inc. Investors to Secure Counsel Before Important Deadline in Securities Class Action - ASTS

Rosen Law Firm is urging AST SpaceMobile investors who purchased securities between March 4, 2025 and July 15, 2026 to join a securities class action lawsuit before the November 13, 2026 lead plaintiff deadline. The lawsuit alleges that AST SpaceMobile made false statements regarding its capital requirements, liquidity position, competitive standing in the satellite D2C market, and user adoption rates in the U.S. and Japan.

10/14/2026, 8:34 PM • GlobeNewswire

ASTS Deadline in 30 Days: Kessler Topaz Meltzer & Check, LLP Reminds AST SpaceMobile, Inc. (ASTS) Investors of Filing Deadline in Class Action Lawsuit

A securities fraud class action lawsuit has been filed against AST SpaceMobile, Inc. for investors who purchased securities between March 4, 2025 and July 15, 2026. The lawsuit alleges material misstatements regarding the company's capital position, capital requirements, competitive standing, and user adoption rates. The deadline to seek lead plaintiff status is November 13, 2026.

10/14/2026, 6:53 PM • GlobeNewswire

AST SpaceMobile Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?

AST SpaceMobile is advancing toward commercial scale with an expanding satellite fleet and major carrier partnerships, but investors face concerns about competition, funding challenges, and execution risks. The stock has declined 9.4% as of late September 2026.

10/14/2026, 12:30 PM • The Motley Fool

Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman LLC Urges AST SpaceMobile, Inc. Investors to Act: Class Action Filed Alleging Investor Harm

A class action lawsuit has been filed against AST SpaceMobile, Inc. alleging that company executives made false and misleading statements regarding capital requirements, liquidity position, competitive standing in the satellite direct-to-cell market, and user adoption rates between March 4, 2025 and July 15, 2026. Investors who purchased ASTS securities during this period are encouraged to join the case, with a lead plaintiff deadline of November 13, 2026.

10/14/2026, 12:00 PM • GlobeNewswire

AST SpaceMobile vs. Rocket Lab: Which Space-Focused Stock Is a Better Buy in 2026?

AST SpaceMobile and Rocket Lab represent two different approaches to the space economy: AST focuses on satellite-based cellular broadband connecting directly to smartphones, while Rocket Lab provides launch services and spacecraft components. Both companies are unprofitable but show different paths to profitability. AST expects to turn profitable by 2029 with 45 satellites operational by end of 2026, while Rocket Lab's proposed $8 billion acquisition of Iridium Communications could position it as a SpaceX competitor. The article concludes Rocket Lab offers a better entry point for growth investors due to more reasonable valuation ratios.

10/13/2026, 4:22 PM • The Motley Fool

$1,000 in Each of These 6 Quantum, Air Taxi, and Satellite Stocks Could Be Worth This Much by 2030

The article examines six high-risk, high-reward stocks in emerging industries including quantum computing, eVTOL air taxis, and satellite networks. While these stocks have fallen over 60% from all-time highs and could potentially triple by 2030, each faces significant risks that could further depress share prices. The featured companies are D-Wave Quantum, Rigetti Computing, Archer Aviation, Joby Aviation, AST SpaceMobile, and SoundHound AI.

10/13/2026, 2:16 PM • The Motley Fool