07:34 AM EST, 12/12/2025 (MT Newswires) -- Katapult ( KPLT ) shares were 39% higher pre-bell Friday after the company said it has agreed to merge with Aaron's and CCF in an all-stock deal.
Tilray Brands ( TLRY ) stock was up 27% following a 2.1% increase in the previous session.
Mitek Systems ( MITK ) shares were 24% higher, a day after the company reported fiscal Q4 adjusted earnings and revenue that topped analysts' estimates.
Quanex Building Products ( NX ) stock was up 22% after the company reported late Thursday higher fiscal Q4 adjusted earnings per share.
SMX (SMX) shares were 10% higher, extending Thursday's rally.