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📈 PREMARKET WATCHLIST – August 20, 2026

Published on: August 19, 2026

Market Overview

After-hours action on August 19 was dominated by extreme crypto- and AI-infrastructure runners plus select biotech and clean-tech names, with LOOP and BTCT both more than doubling on massive volume while Bitcoin reclaimed the $69k level. Relative-volume leaders that held gains into the close of extended trading and carried multiple TrendVision breakout/momentum alerts are positioned for continued premarket interest heading into Thursday’s open.

Liquidity remains concentrated in sub-$5 names with fresh catalysts (licensing deals, Q2 beats, AI pivots) and elevated dollar volume; watch for sustained bid support above overnight highs as the primary filter for continuation.

1️⃣ $LOOP (Loop Industries, Inc.) | 🏗️ Basic Materials / Specialty Chemicals

Current Status:

  • Price: $1.35 (+117.62%)
  • Float: 26.7M
  • Volume: 30.39M (5,567% RVOL)
  • Key Times: High 19:45 ET, Support test 16:05 ET

Trading Levels:

  • Intraday Range: $0.62–$1.47
  • Key Support: $1.20 (overnight), $0.95 (consolidation)
  • Entry Zones: → $1.28 / $1.35

Entry Confirmation:

  • Require 2+ consecutive 1m/5m closes above the entry zone with reversal or volume surge.
  • Do NOT enter on first touch without confirmation.
  • Targets: T1 $1.55 | T2 $1.75 | T3 $2.00 | T4 $2.25 | T5 $2.50
  • Initial Stop Loss: Place a hard stop 3–5% below entry (maximum risk). Prefer structure whenever possible (low of the entry candle, most recent swing low, or key support). This distance is designed so that a hard dump triggers an exit while still protecting approximately 95–97% of the original capital.
  • Trailing Stop (volatility-adjusted):
    • High-volatility / high-RVOL runners (strong bullish sentiment, heavy volume, wide daily range, FGI-style continuation): Use a wider trail of 8–12% or approximately 2.5×–3.5× ATR. Give the stock room to breathe so you are not shaken out of a true runner.
    • Medium-volatility / orderly grinders: 5–8% or 1.5×–2.5× ATR.
    • Lower-volatility or slower names: 3–5% or 1×–1.5× ATR. Tighten the leash so profits are locked in before the move stalls.

    Once price is extended, prefer trailing under the most recent higher low or under VWAP rather than a pure percentage. Never widen the trailing stop — only tighten it as the trade moves in your favor.

Technical Confirmation:

  • Scanner Hits: BREAKOUT #7, MOMENTUM #3/#4/#5/#6, 0 BORROW, FORM 8-K
  • Volume: 30.39M shares, $37.10M dollar volume (5,567% RVOL)
  • Indicators: RSI 78, MACD bullish cross, OBV rising, above VWAP
  • Pattern: Vertical breakout (AH)
  • Catalyst: Strategic licensing and marketing deals with Elite/Ester — SEC Form 8-K, August 13, 2026


2️⃣ $BTCT (BTC Digital Ltd.) | 🤖 Technology / Computer Hardware

Current Status:

  • Price: $1.77 (+111.55%)
  • Float: 8.62M
  • Volume: 80.96M (639× RVOL)
  • Key Times: High 19:50 ET, Support test 15:30 ET

Trading Levels:

  • Intraday Range: $0.47–$2.14
  • Key Support: $1.50 (overnight), $1.20 (consolidation)
  • Entry Zones: → $1.60 / $1.75

Entry Confirmation:

  • Require 2+ consecutive 1m/5m closes above the entry zone with reversal or volume surge.
  • Do NOT enter on first touch without confirmation.
  • Targets: T1 $2.00 | T2 $2.25 | T3 $2.50 | T4 $2.80 | T5 $3.20
  • Initial Stop Loss: Place a hard stop 3–5% below entry (maximum risk). Prefer structure whenever possible (low of the entry candle, most recent swing low, or key support). This distance is designed so that a hard dump triggers an exit while still protecting approximately 95–97% of the original capital.
  • Trailing Stop (volatility-adjusted):
    • High-volatility / high-RVOL runners (strong bullish sentiment, heavy volume, wide daily range, FGI-style continuation): Use a wider trail of 8–12% or approximately 2.5×–3.5× ATR. Give the stock room to breathe so you are not shaken out of a true runner.
    • Medium-volatility / orderly grinders: 5–8% or 1.5×–2.5× ATR.
    • Lower-volatility or slower names: 3–5% or 1×–1.5× ATR. Tighten the leash so profits are locked in before the move stalls.

    Once price is extended, prefer trailing under the most recent higher low or under VWAP rather than a pure percentage. Never widen the trailing stop — only tighten it as the trade moves in your favor.

Technical Confirmation:

  • Scanner Hits: NBREAK #15, BREAKOUT #16/#13/#14/#11/#12, MOMENTUM #1/#2/#3/#4, Potential Squeeze, 0 BORROW
  • Volume: 80.96M shares, $121.37M dollar volume (639× RVOL)
  • Indicators: RSI 82, MACD strong bullish, OBV surging, above VWAP
  • Pattern: Parabolic AH continuation
  • Catalyst: AI computing center pivot + crypto sector rally — Company filings & Bitcoin rebound, August 19, 2026


3️⃣ $BEEM (Beam Global) | 🔋 Industrials / Electrical Equipment & Parts

Current Status:

  • Price: $1.53 (+26.45%)
  • Float: 21.22M
  • Volume: 7.80M (high RVOL)
  • Key Times: High 19:30 ET, Support test 16:10 ET

Trading Levels:

  • Intraday Range: $1.19–$1.77
  • Key Support: $1.40 (overnight), $1.30 (consolidation)
  • Entry Zones: → $1.45 / $1.52

Entry Confirmation:

  • Require 2+ consecutive 1m/5m closes above the entry zone with reversal or volume surge.
  • Do NOT enter on first touch without confirmation.
  • Targets: T1 $1.70 | T2 $1.90 | T3 $2.10 | T4 $2.30 | T5 $2.60
  • Initial Stop Loss: Place a hard stop 3–5% below entry (maximum risk). Prefer structure whenever possible (low of the entry candle, most recent swing low, or key support). This distance is designed so that a hard dump triggers an exit while still protecting approximately 95–97% of the original capital.
  • Trailing Stop (volatility-adjusted):
    • High-volatility / high-RVOL runners (strong bullish sentiment, heavy volume, wide daily range, FGI-style continuation): Use a wider trail of 8–12% or approximately 2.5×–3.5× ATR. Give the stock room to breathe so you are not shaken out of a true runner.
    • Medium-volatility / orderly grinders: 5–8% or 1.5×–2.5× ATR.
    • Lower-volatility or slower names: 3–5% or 1×–1.5× ATR. Tighten the leash so profits are locked in before the move stalls.

    Once price is extended, prefer trailing under the most recent higher low or under VWAP rather than a pure percentage. Never widen the trailing stop — only tighten it as the trade moves in your favor.

Technical Confirmation:

  • Scanner Hits: MOMENTUM #1/#2/#3, 0 BORROW, FORM 10-Q
  • Volume: 7.80M shares, $12.44M dollar volume (elevated RVOL)
  • Indicators: RSI 68, MACD bullish, OBV rising, above VWAP
  • Pattern: Post-earnings continuation
  • Catalyst: Q2 2026 revenue +174% sequential / +21% YoY — Company press release, August 19, 2026


4️⃣ $EVAX (Evaxion A/S) | 🧬 Healthcare / Biotechnology

Current Status:

  • Price: $3.88 (+23.17%)
  • Float: 6.89M
  • Volume: 0.55M (elevated)
  • Key Times: High 18:45 ET, Support test 16:20 ET

Trading Levels:

  • Intraday Range: $3.00–$4.00
  • Key Support: $3.50 (overnight), $3.30 (consolidation)
  • Entry Zones: → $3.60 / $3.80

Entry Confirmation:

  • Require 2+ consecutive 1m/5m closes above the entry zone with reversal or volume surge.
  • Do NOT enter on first touch without confirmation.
  • Targets: T1 $4.20 | T2 $4.50 | T3 $4.90 | T4 $5.40 | T5 $6.00
  • Initial Stop Loss: Place a hard stop 3–5% below entry (maximum risk). Prefer structure whenever possible (low of the entry candle, most recent swing low, or key support). This distance is designed so that a hard dump triggers an exit while still protecting approximately 95–97% of the original capital.
  • Trailing Stop (volatility-adjusted):
    • High-volatility / high-RVOL runners (strong bullish sentiment, heavy volume, wide daily range, FGI-style continuation): Use a wider trail of 8–12% or approximately 2.5×–3.5× ATR. Give the stock room to breathe so you are not shaken out of a true runner.
    • Medium-volatility / orderly grinders: 5–8% or 1.5×–2.5× ATR.
    • Lower-volatility or slower names: 3–5% or 1×–1.5× ATR. Tighten the leash so profits are locked in before the move stalls.

    Once price is extended, prefer trailing under the most recent higher low or under VWAP rather than a pure percentage. Never widen the trailing stop — only tighten it as the trade moves in your favor.

Technical Confirmation:

  • Scanner Hits: BTT V #3, BREAKOUT #4
  • Volume: 0.55M shares, $1.97M dollar volume
  • Indicators: RSI 65, MACD positive, OBV steady, above VWAP
  • Pattern: Breakout continuation
  • Catalyst: Pipeline expansion with EVX-05 glioblastoma vaccine — Company announcement, August 17, 2026


5️⃣ $BTCS (BTCS Inc.) | 💳 Financials / Capital Markets

Current Status:

  • Price: $1.48 (+17.47%)
  • Float: 43.19M
  • Volume: 4.26M (elevated)
  • Key Times: High 19:10 ET, Support test 15:45 ET

Trading Levels:

  • Intraday Range: $1.21–$1.76
  • Key Support: $1.35 (overnight), $1.28 (consolidation)
  • Entry Zones: → $1.38 / $1.45

Entry Confirmation:

  • Require 2+ consecutive 1m/5m closes above the entry zone with reversal or volume surge.
  • Do NOT enter on first touch without confirmation.
  • Targets: T1 $1.65 | T2 $1.80 | T3 $2.00 | T4 $2.25 | T5 $2.50
  • Initial Stop Loss: Place a hard stop 3–5% below entry (maximum risk). Prefer structure whenever possible (low of the entry candle, most recent swing low, or key support). This distance is designed so that a hard dump triggers an exit while still protecting approximately 95–97% of the original capital.
  • Trailing Stop (volatility-adjusted):
    • High-volatility / high-RVOL runners (strong bullish sentiment, heavy volume, wide daily range, FGI-style continuation): Use a wider trail of 8–12% or approximately 2.5×–3.5× ATR. Give the stock room to breathe so you are not shaken out of a true runner.
    • Medium-volatility / orderly grinders: 5–8% or 1.5×–2.5× ATR.
    • Lower-volatility or slower names: 3–5% or 1×–1.5× ATR. Tighten the leash so profits are locked in before the move stalls.

    Once price is extended, prefer trailing under the most recent higher low or under VWAP rather than a pure percentage. Never widen the trailing stop — only tighten it as the trade moves in your favor.

Technical Confirmation:

  • Scanner Hits: BREAKOUT #2/#1, FORM 10-Q
  • Volume: 4.26M shares, $6.44M dollar volume
  • Indicators: RSI 62, MACD bullish, OBV rising, above VWAP
  • Pattern: Post-filing grind
  • Catalyst: Q2 10-Q filing + DeFi revenue growth — SEC filing, August 19, 2026


6️⃣ $MODD (Modular Medical, Inc.) | 🏥 Healthcare / Medical Devices

Current Status:

  • Price: $3.87 (+16.57%)
  • Float: 5.29M
  • Volume: 0.19M
  • Key Times: High 18:20 ET, Support test 16:00 ET

Trading Levels:

  • Intraday Range: $3.215–$3.94
  • Key Support: $3.60 (overnight), $3.40 (consolidation)
  • Entry Zones: → $3.65 / $3.80

Entry Confirmation:

  • Require 2+ consecutive 1m/5m closes above the entry zone with reversal or volume surge.
  • Do NOT enter on first touch without confirmation.
  • Targets: T1 $4.10 | T2 $4.40 | T3 $4.75 | T4 $5.20 | T5 $5.70
  • Initial Stop Loss: Place a hard stop 3–5% below entry (maximum risk). Prefer structure whenever possible (low of the entry candle, most recent swing low, or key support). This distance is designed so that a hard dump triggers an exit while still protecting approximately 95–97% of the original capital.
  • Trailing Stop (volatility-adjusted):
    • High-volatility / high-RVOL runners (strong bullish sentiment, heavy volume, wide daily range, FGI-style continuation): Use a wider trail of 8–12% or approximately 2.5×–3.5× ATR. Give the stock room to breathe so you are not shaken out of a true runner.
    • Medium-volatility / orderly grinders: 5–8% or 1.5×–2.5× ATR.
    • Lower-volatility or slower names: 3–5% or 1×–1.5× ATR. Tighten the leash so profits are locked in before the move stalls.

    Once price is extended, prefer trailing under the most recent higher low or under VWAP rather than a pure percentage. Never widen the trailing stop — only tighten it as the trade moves in your favor.

Technical Confirmation:

  • Scanner Hits: AH gainer ranking
  • Volume: 0.19M shares, $0.72M dollar volume
  • Indicators: RSI 60, MACD positive, OBV steady, above VWAP
  • Pattern: Orderly AH advance
  • Catalyst: Continued medical-device momentum — Sector flow, August 19, 2026


7️⃣ $EHGO (Eshallgo Inc.) | 🚚 Industrials / Specialty Business Services

Current Status:

  • Price: $1.41 (+16.53%)
  • Float: 2.46M
  • Volume: 1.37M
  • Key Times: High 19:00 ET, Support test 16:15 ET

Trading Levels:

  • Intraday Range: $1.141–$1.54
  • Key Support: $1.30 (overnight), $1.22 (consolidation)
  • Entry Zones: → $1.32 / $1.38

Entry Confirmation:

  • Require 2+ consecutive 1m/5m closes above the entry zone with reversal or volume surge.
  • Do NOT enter on first touch without confirmation.
  • Targets: T1 $1.55 | T2 $1.70 | T3 $1.90 | T4 $2.15 | T5 $2.40
  • Initial Stop Loss: Place a hard stop 3–5% below entry (maximum risk). Prefer structure whenever possible (low of the entry candle, most recent swing low, or key support). This distance is designed so that a hard dump triggers an exit while still protecting approximately 95–97% of the original capital.
  • Trailing Stop (volatility-adjusted):
    • High-volatility / high-RVOL runners (strong bullish sentiment, heavy volume, wide daily range, FGI-style continuation): Use a wider trail of 8–12% or approximately 2.5×–3.5× ATR. Give the stock room to breathe so you are not shaken out of a true runner.
    • Medium-volatility / orderly grinders: 5–8% or 1.5×–2.5× ATR.
    • Lower-volatility or slower names: 3–5% or 1×–1.5× ATR. Tighten the leash so profits are locked in before the move stalls.

    Once price is extended, prefer trailing under the most recent higher low or under VWAP rather than a pure percentage. Never widen the trailing stop — only tighten it as the trade moves in your favor.

Technical Confirmation:

  • Scanner Hits: AH gainer ranking
  • Volume: 1.37M shares, $1.84M dollar volume
  • Indicators: RSI 64, MACD bullish, OBV rising, above VWAP
  • Pattern: Clean AH breakout
  • Catalyst: Sector momentum in specialty services — Volume surge, August 19, 2026


8️⃣ $BIVI (BioVie Inc.) | 🧬 Healthcare / Biotechnology

Current Status:

  • Price: $1.51 (+12.92%)
  • Float: 7.50M
  • Volume: 9.67M
  • Key Times: High 17:45 ET, Support test 15:50 ET

Trading Levels:

  • Intraday Range: $1.23–$1.96
  • Key Support: $1.40 (overnight), $1.32 (consolidation)
  • Entry Zones: → $1.42 / $1.50

Entry Confirmation:

  • Require 2+ consecutive 1m/5m closes above the entry zone with reversal or volume surge.
  • Do NOT enter on first touch without confirmation.
  • Targets: T1 $1.70 | T2 $1.90 | T3 $2.15 | T4 $2.40 | T5 $2.70
  • Initial Stop Loss: Place a hard stop 3–5% below entry (maximum risk). Prefer structure whenever possible (low of the entry candle, most recent swing low, or key support). This distance is designed so that a hard dump triggers an exit while still protecting approximately 95–97% of the original capital.
  • Trailing Stop (volatility-adjusted):
    • High-volatility / high-RVOL runners (strong bullish sentiment, heavy volume, wide daily range, FGI-style continuation): Use a wider trail of 8–12% or approximately 2.5×–3.5× ATR. Give the stock room to breathe so you are not shaken out of a true runner.
    • Medium-volatility / orderly grinders: 5–8% or 1.5×–2.5× ATR.
    • Lower-volatility or slower names: 3–5% or 1×–1.5× ATR. Tighten the leash so profits are locked in before the move stalls.

    Once price is extended, prefer trailing under the most recent higher low or under VWAP rather than a pure percentage. Never widen the trailing stop — only tighten it as the trade moves in your favor.

Technical Confirmation:

  • Scanner Hits: BREAKOUT #6, MOMENTUM #3/#4/#5, Potential Squeeze, Reg SHO, FORM SCH 13G
  • Volume: 9.67M shares, $15.89M dollar volume
  • Indicators: RSI 66, MACD positive, OBV rising, above VWAP
  • Pattern: Multi-alert continuation
  • Catalyst: Continued biotech sector interest + Form SCH 13G — SEC, recent


9️⃣ $PWCM (PowerCompute, Inc.) | ☁️ Technology / Software—Infrastructure

Current Status:

  • Price: $1.87 (+13.33%)
  • Float: 0.92M
  • Volume: 2.12M
  • Key Times: High 17:57 ET, Support test 16:05 ET

Trading Levels:

  • Intraday Range: $1.62–$2.17
  • Key Support: $1.75 (overnight), $1.65 (consolidation)
  • Entry Zones: → $1.78 / $1.85

Entry Confirmation:

  • Require 2+ consecutive 1m/5m closes above the entry zone with reversal or volume surge.
  • Do NOT enter on first touch without confirmation.
  • Targets: T1 $2.05 | T2 $2.25 | T3 $2.50 | T4 $2.80 | T5 $3.20
  • Initial Stop Loss: Place a hard stop 3–5% below entry (maximum risk). Prefer structure whenever possible (low of the entry candle, most recent swing low, or key support). This distance is designed so that a hard dump triggers an exit while still protecting approximately 95–97% of the original capital.
  • Trailing Stop (volatility-adjusted):
    • High-volatility / high-RVOL runners (strong bullish sentiment, heavy volume, wide daily range, FGI-style continuation): Use a wider trail of 8–12% or approximately 2.5×–3.5× ATR. Give the stock room to breathe so you are not shaken out of a true runner.
    • Medium-volatility / orderly grinders: 5–8% or 1.5×–2.5× ATR.
    • Lower-volatility or slower names: 3–5% or 1×–1.5× ATR. Tighten the leash so profits are locked in before the move stalls.

    Once price is extended, prefer trailing under the most recent higher low or under VWAP rather than a pure percentage. Never widen the trailing stop — only tighten it as the trade moves in your favor.

Technical Confirmation:

  • Scanner Hits: BREAKOUT #5/#4
  • Volume: 2.12M shares, $4.01M dollar volume
  • Indicators: RSI 63, MACD bullish, OBV rising, above VWAP
  • Pattern: Low-float breakout
  • Catalyst: TrendVision breakout alerts + volume surge — Scanner, August 19, 2026


🔟 $BULL (Webull Corporation) | 💳 Financials / Capital Markets

Current Status:

  • Price: $9.85 (+14.01%)
  • Float: 441.11M
  • Volume: 11.33M
  • Key Times: High 18:30 ET, Support test 16:00 ET

Trading Levels:

  • Intraday Range: $8.52–$10.00
  • Key Support: $9.20 (overnight), $8.90 (consolidation)
  • Entry Zones: → $9.30 / $9.70

Entry Confirmation:

  • Require 2+ consecutive 1m/5m closes above the entry zone with reversal or volume surge.
  • Do NOT enter on first touch without confirmation.
  • Targets: T1 $10.50 | T2 $11.25 | T3 $12.00 | T4 $13.00 | T5 $14.50
  • Initial Stop Loss: Place a hard stop 3–5% below entry (maximum risk). Prefer structure whenever possible (low of the entry candle, most recent swing low, or key support). This distance is designed so that a hard dump triggers an exit while still protecting approximately 95–97% of the original capital.
  • Trailing Stop (volatility-adjusted):
    • High-volatility / high-RVOL runners (strong bullish sentiment, heavy volume, wide daily range, FGI-style continuation): Use a wider trail of 8–12% or approximately 2.5×–3.5× ATR. Give the stock room to breathe so you are not shaken out of a true runner.
    • Medium-volatility / orderly grinders: 5–8% or 1.5×–2.5× ATR.
    • Lower-volatility or slower names: 3–5% or 1×–1.5× ATR. Tighten the leash so profits are locked in before the move stalls.

    Once price is extended, prefer trailing under the most recent higher low or under VWAP rather than a pure percentage. Never widen the trailing stop — only tighten it as the trade moves in your favor.

Technical Confirmation:

  • Scanner Hits: AH gainer ranking
  • Volume: 11.33M shares, $107.37M dollar volume
  • Indicators: RSI 61, MACD positive, OBV rising, above VWAP
  • Pattern: High-volume AH advance
  • Catalyst: Brokerage sector strength + volume expansion — Market flow, August 19, 2026

Basic Materials / Specialty Chemicals | Financials / Capital Markets | Healthcare / Biotechnology | Healthcare / Medical Devices | Industrials / Electrical Equipment & Parts | Industrials / Specialty Business Services | Premarket Watch List | Technology / Computer Hardware | Technology / Software—Infrastructure

$BEEM | $BIVI | $BTCS | $BTCT | $BULL | $EHGO | $EVAX | $LOOP | $MODD | $PWCM

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