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Stock Region Penny Picks Watchlist Newsletter: Tuesday, September 23, 2025.
Stock Region Penny Picks Watchlist Newsletter: Tuesday, September 23, 2025
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Good morning, everyone!
What a day yesterday was. The market was a whirlwind of crypto crossovers, big financing deals, and some corporate musical chairs. It felt like every press release was trying to one-up the last. Let’s break down the news and see what’s on my radar for today.
The Morning Crypto Craze
It’s clear that crypto isn’t just a niche anymore; it’s aggressively weaving its way into the traditional stock market.
$STSS (Sharps Technology): Kicked things off with a staking partnership with Jupiter Exchange to boost Solana adoption. This is an interesting pivot for a medical device company. They’re trying to generate yield on their cash, and Solana seems to be the flavor of the month. I’m watching to see if this is just a buzzword play or a legitimate long-term strategy.
$FLD (Fold): Fold is teaming up with giants Stripe and Visa for a new Bitcoin rewards credit card. This feels like a much more natural fit. Using BTC for rewards is a smart way to get mainstream consumers into crypto without them having to navigate complex exchanges. This could be a big deal for user adoption.
$SILO (Silo Pharma): Partnered with Fireblocks to manage its crypto treasury. Another pharma company jumping on the crypto bandwagon. The move seems aimed at securing their digital assets, which is smart, but the real question is how much exposure they have and how they’ll use it to benefit shareholders.
$FTEL (Fitell Corp): The biggest crypto-related news of the day, in my opinion. Fitell announced a Solana digital asset treasury with a massive $100M financing facility. They’re not just holding crypto; they plan to get into yield and DeFi. This is a high-risk, high-reward move. If they manage it well, it could be transformative. If Solana’s ecosystem hits a snag, it could be a disaster. Definitely one to watch closely.
Corporate Moves & Shake-ups
Beyond the crypto hype, we saw some classic business maneuvers that could signal big changes ahead.
$IBG (Innovation Beverage Group): A letter of intent for a potential merger with BlockFuel Energy. This is an odd couple—beverages and energy. Mergers can create value, but they can also be a mess. I’m sitting on the sidelines for now until we get more concrete details about the structure and vision behind this potential deal.
$BINI (Bollinger Innovations): This one caught my eye. They committed to NO reverse stock splits for the next three years. For a small-cap stock, that’s a huge statement of confidence. It tells investors that management believes they can create value without resorting to financial engineering to stay listed. Respect.
$DBGI (Digital Brands Group): Accepted into the NVIDIA Connect Program. Tying your name to NVIDIA right now is like strapping your brand to a rocket. While this is likely a technology partnership for their backend, the association alone is a powerful PR move. Let’s see if it translates to actual growth.
$AREB (American Rebel): This one was a wild ride, up 62% yesterday. The cause? A 1-for-20 reverse split. Normally, reverse splits are a death sentence, but the “round lot shareholder protection” clause seems to have excited the market. It’s a move to clean up the share structure, but I’m wary. That kind of spike on R/S news often fades fast.
$CYCN (Cyclerion): Licensing agreement with MIT for a Phase 2-ready depression treatment. Biotech news can be a lottery ticket. An agreement with a prestigious institution like MIT is a great sign. This could be a slow burn, but if their treatment shows promise, the upside is significant.
$VEEE (Twin Vee Powercats): Appointed an interim CFO. A change in the C-suite, especially an interim one, usually signals some internal turbulence or a transitional period. It’s not necessarily bad, but it introduces uncertainty. I’ll wait to see who they bring in permanently.
$SHFS (SHF Holdings): A $150M common stock purchase agreement with the option to increase to $500M. This is a massive potential cash infusion. It could fund major growth, but it also signals potential dilution down the line for existing shareholders. It’s a double-edged sword that needs careful watching.
That’s the rundown! Yesterday was a testament to how quickly narratives can shift. Keep your eyes on these tickers and trade smart.
Talk soon,
The Stock Region Admin
Disclaimer: Remember, I am not a financial advisor. The stocks mentioned above are on my personal watchlist based on publicly available news. My opinions are my own. Investing in the stock market, especially in small-cap and speculative stocks, carries a high level of risk. You could lose your entire investment. Please consult with a licensed financial professional before making any investment decisions.