APPLIED DIGITAL CORP (APLD) stock surged 5.03% in Thursday's intraday trading, fueled by positive news regarding a major financing deal and an analyst's reiterated bullish stance on the company.
The key catalyst was APLD securing $375 million in financing from SMBC to expand its hyperscale data center operations. The funds will be used to pay off existing debt and develop two new data center buildings at the company's Ellendale campus. This financing deal highlights APLD's growth prospects and ability to secure capital for its expansion plans.
Additionally, Lake Street analyst Robert Brown maintained a Buy rating on APLD and set a $1 price target, indicating optimism about the company's future performance. Analyst endorsements can boost investor confidence and drive positive stock price movements.
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