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Blackline Safety Corp is a connected safety monitoring technology company. The company develops, manufactures, and markets products and services that empower businesses with real-time safety insights to manage emergency responses, evacuations, and gas detection compliance programs. Its operating segments include, Product segment and Service segment which generates the majority of the revenue for the company. Service revenues relate to connectivity, monitoring and data services that it provides to the customers of its safety devices and includes access to the Blackline Safety Cloud, compliance and analytics reports, SOC monitoring, two-way voice functionality and push to talk capability. Geographically, it derives revenue from Canada, Europe, United States and Rest of the World.

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Blackline Safety Corp. (TSX: BLN) (OTC: BLKLF) has partnered with Access Technology Group, a Dutch innovator in digital shutdowns and turnarounds.

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<p>Verisk Analytics (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VRSK#NASDAQ">VRSK</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 15 years by 4.07% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 15.69%. Currently, Verisk Analytics has a market capitalization of $38.91 billion. </p>
<p><strong>Buying $100 In VRSK:</strong> If an investor had bought $100 of VRSK stock 15 years ago, it would be worth <strong>$894.74</strong> today based on a price of $275.58 for VRSK at the time of writing.</p>
<h3>Verisk Analytics's Performance Over Last 15 Years</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1734649208_0.png" alt="comp_fig" /></p>
<p>Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.</p>
<p><em>This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.</em></p>


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If You Invested $100 In This Stock 15 Years Ago, You Would Have This Much Today

<p>Jones Lang LaSalle (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JLL#NYSE">JLL</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 20 years by 1.69% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 9.89%. Currently, Jones Lang LaSalle has a market capitalization of $11.72 billion. </p>
<p><strong>Buying $1000 In JLL:</strong> If an investor had bought $1000 of JLL stock 20 years ago, it would be worth <strong>$6,666.58</strong> today based on a price of $246.93 for JLL at the time of writing.</p>
<h3>Jones Lang LaSalle's Performance Over Last 20 Years</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1734648313_0.png" alt="comp_fig" /></p>
<p>Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.</p>
<p><em>This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.</em></p>


$1000 Invested In Jones Lang LaSalle 20 Years Ago Would Be Worth This Much Today

<p><strong>BlackBerry Ltd</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BB#NYSE">BB</a>) reported third-quarter financial results after the market close on Thursday. Here&#8217;s a look at the key metrics <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/24/12/ac42605872/blackberry-reports-third-quarter-fiscal-year-2025-results">from the quarter</a>.</p>
<p><strong>Q3 Earnings:</strong> BlackBerry reported third-quarter revenue of $162 million. The company reported third-quarter adjusted earnings of two cents per share, beating analyst <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/calendars/earnings">estimates</a> for a loss of one cent per share, according to <a href="http://pro.benzinga.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Benzinga Pro</a>.</p>
<p>IoT revenue was&nbsp;$62&nbsp;million, up 13% year-over-year.&nbsp;Cybersecurity revenue totaled $93&nbsp;million in the quarter, up 7% year-over-year. Licensing revenue&nbsp;came in at $7&nbsp;million.</p>
<p>Total company gross margin was 74% in the quarter. Operating cash flow improved by $34 million year-over-year to $3 million. BlackBerry ended the quarter with $266 million in&nbsp;cash, cash equivalents and&nbsp;short-&nbsp;and long-term investments.</p>
<p>&#8220;BlackBerry achieved a significant inflection in its results this past quarter. Driven by a combination of strong revenue performance for both our Cybersecurity and IoT divisions, and continued focus on costs and efficiency, the company delivered stronger than expected profitability and a return to positive cash flow ahead of schedule,&#8221; said <strong>John Giamatteo</strong>, CEO of BlackBerry. </p>
<p><strong>From Last Week: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/12/42477300/russian-state-backed-hackers-target-ukrainian-military-devices-via-spacexs-starlink-microsoft-report-reveals">Russian State-Backed Hackers Target Ukrainian Military Devices Via SpaceX&#8217;s Starlink, Microsoft Reveals</a></strong></p>
<p><strong>Guidance:</strong> BlackBerry expects fourth-quarter revenue of $126 million to $135 million versus estimates of $161.49 million. The company anticipates fourth-quarter IoT revenue of $60 million to $65 million, secure communications revenue of $62 million to $66 million and licensing and other revenue of approximately $4 million.</p>
<p>BlackBerry expects full-year revenue of $517 million to $526 million versus estimates of $603.12 million. The company anticipates full-year adjusted earnings to be somewhere between breakeven and a loss of two cents per share, versus estimates for a loss of two cents per share.</p>
<p>Management will further discuss the quarter on a call with investors and analysts at 5:30 p.m. ET.</p>
<p><strong>BB Price Action:&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/BB" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">BlackBerry shares</a>&nbsp;were up 0.17% in after hours, trading at $2.98 at the time of publication Thursday, according to <a href="http://pro.benzinga.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Benzinga Pro</a>.</p>
<p><em>Photo: Courtesy of BlackBerry.</em></p>


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Par Pacific Expects 2025 Capital Expenditure And Turnaround Outlay Guidance Of $210M - $240M

<p>Marsh &amp; McLennan (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MMC#NYSE">MMC</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 10 years by 2.76% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 13.69%. Currently, Marsh &amp; McLennan has a market capitalization of $103.31 billion. </p>
<p><strong>Buying $100 In MMC:</strong> If an investor had bought $100 of MMC stock 10 years ago, it would be worth <strong>$360.25</strong> today based on a price of $210.35 for MMC at the time of writing.</p>
<h3>Marsh &amp; McLennan's Performance Over Last 10 Years</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1734647416_0.png" alt="comp_fig" /></p>
<p>Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.</p>
<p><em>This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.</em></p>


Here's How Much $100 Invested In Marsh & McLennan 10 Years Ago Would Be Worth Today

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Primis Financial Board Approves Stock Repurchase Program For Up To 740,600 Of Outstanding Shares Of Common Stock

<p>As a result of this error, the Bank will record $8.1 million on a pre-tax basis of occupancy expense in the fourth quarter of 2024. On an after-tax basis, this will reduce fourth quarter diluted earnings per share by approximately $0.43.</p>
<p>As for the impact of ASC 842 in future years, it is expected that the correct calculation of lease expense will increase occupancy expense by approximately $1.6 million per year on a pre-tax basis.</p>
<p>It has evaluated the impact to income for each of the periods involved as well as the cumulative impact to 2024's results and have determined the understatement in the prior years as well as the impact to the results for 2024 are not material to the Bank's results of operations or its balance sheet.</p>


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<p>BlackBerry (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BB#NYSE">BB</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $0.02 per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $(0.01) by 300 percent. This is a 100 percent increase over earnings of $0.01 per share from the same period last year.  The company reported quarterly sales of $143.00 million which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $150.76 million by 5.15 percent.  This is a 18.29 percent decrease over sales of $175.00 million the same period last year.</p>


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<p>BlackBerry is providing the following guidance for the fourth quarter and the full fiscal year 2025 (ending February 28, 2025).&nbsp;</p>
<p>As the sale of the Company's Cylance business is expected to close during the fourth quarter of 2024, that business is reported this quarter as discontinued operations, and the following guidance, except for non-GAAP basic EPS, is reflective solely of the expected results of the Company's continuing operations.</p>


BlackBerry Now Expects FY25 Total Revenue Of $517M - $526M (Est $603.12M), Non-GAAP Basic EPS Of $(0.02) - Breakeven (Est $(0.02))

BlackBerry Expects Q4 Total Revenue Of $126M - $135M (Est $161.49M), Non-GAAP Basic EPS Of $(0.01) - $0.01 (Est $0.01)

<p>Arch Capital Group (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ACGL#NASDAQ">ACGL</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 10 years by 5.27% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 16.19%. Currently, Arch Capital Group has a market capitalization of $33.48 billion. </p>
<p><strong>Buying $100 In ACGL:</strong> If an investor had bought $100 of ACGL stock 10 years ago, it would be worth <strong>$446.81</strong> today based on a price of $88.99 for ACGL at the time of writing.</p>
<h3>Arch Capital Group's Performance Over Last 10 Years</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1734646508_0.png" alt="comp_fig" /></p>
<p>Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.</p>
<p><em>This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.</em></p>


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Here's How Much $100 Invested In Arch Capital Group 10 Years Ago Would Be Worth Today

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<p>Exchange-traded funds are rewriting the financial playbook, with 2024 marking a historic <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/etfs">year for the industry.</a></p>
<p>From record-breaking flows to innovative fund launches, Bank of America detailed $1.6 trillion in ETF inflows this year in a new note. The global ETF market has grown to a staggering $15.1 trillion in assets under management. </p>
<p>Additionally, ETF launches hit an all-time high of 1,485 in 2024, and institutional ownership continues to surge, cementing ETFs as the cornerstone of modern investment strategies. </p>
<p>Here's how the ETF ecosystem is evolving — and why it matters.</p>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Record Year for ETF Growth</h3>
<p>The numbers speak for themselves: over the last five years, the global ETF market has grown at a robust 19% annualized rate, amassing more than $15 trillion in assets under management. </p>
<p>In total, 15,866 ETFs have been created since 1993, with 2024 alone contributing 1,485 of those — a record for both active and U.S.-listed ETFs.</p>
<p>Institutional investors, retail traders and even cash-strapped mutual funds are gravitating toward ETFs for their liquidity, tax efficiency and cost advantages.</p>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">The Rise of Active ETFs: A Balancing Act</h3>
<p>While ETFs have historically been dominated by passive strategies, active ETFs are making their presence known. Active funds accounted for 18% of total inflows in 2024, signaling a growing appetite for alpha strategies.</p>
<p>Still, passive funds remain the kingpin, representing over 50% of equity fund assets by AUM. </p>
<p>In fact, 93% of ETFs track some type of index, but the allure of active management is pushing innovation. </p>
<p>Investors seeking more active strategies in passive funds are also driving mutual fund-to-ETF conversions. According to Bank of America, this trend is likely to accelerate in the coming years as mutual funds struggle to remain relevant.</p>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">SPY vs. VOO: New ETF Champion in the Making?</h3>
<p>The <strong>SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>) remains the largest and most actively traded ETF since its inception in 1993. But its throne is being challenged.</p>
<p><strong>Vanguard S&amp;P 500 ETF</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VOO#NYSE">VOO</a>) has a 6.5-basis-point lower expense ratio compared to SPY and could potentially surpass it in AUM by 2026.</p>
<p>In 2024, VOO registered more than six times the inflows obtained by SPY. </p>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Fund Flows: The Biggest Winners of 2024</h3>
<p><figure class="wp-block-table is-style-stripes"><br />
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<th><strong>ETF</strong></th>
<th><strong>Fund Flows YTD</strong></th>
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<td><strong>Vanguard S&amp;P 500 ETF</strong> (VOO)</td>
<td>$122.75 billion</td>
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<td><strong>iShares Core S&amp;P 500 ETF</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IVV#NYSE">IVV</a>)</td>
<td>$48.97 billion</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>iShares Bitcoin Trust </strong>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IBIT#NYSE">IBIT</a>)</td>
<td>$37.04 billion</td>
</tr>
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<td><strong>Vanguard Total Stock Market ETF</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VTI#NYSE">VTI</a>)</td>
<td>$29.96 billion</td>
</tr>
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<td><strong>Invesco QQQ Trust</strong> (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>)</td>
<td>$25.38 billion</td>
</tr>
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<td><strong>iShares Core U.S. Aggregate Bond ETF</strong> (AGG)</td>
<td>$20.62 billion</td>
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<td><strong>SPDR Portfolio S&amp;P 500 ETF</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPLG#NYSE">SPLG</a>)</td>
<td>$19.91 billion</td>
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<p><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><em>Data: TradingView as of Dec. 19, 2024</em>. </figcaption></p></figure></p>
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<p><strong>United States Steel Corp</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/X#NYSE">X</a>) shares are trading lower in Thursday&#8217;s after-hours session after the company issued fourth-quarter guidance <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/24/12/b42604235/united-states-steel-corporation-provides-fourth-quarter-2024-guidance">below analyst estimates</a>.</p>
<p><strong>What Happened:</strong> After the market close on Thursday, U.S. Steel said it expects to report a fourth-quarter adjusted loss of 25 cents to 29 cents per share. Fourth-quarter adjusted EBITDA is expected to come in around $150 million.</p>
<p>&#8220;Steel prices remained depressed and BR2 ramp-related costs exert pressure on the quarter, while the Big River team works towards increasing prime ton production in our new mill. Despite the challenging pricing environment across all segments, the North American Flat-Rolled segment continues to deliver strong EBITDA primarily through its robust commercial strategy and a diverse product mix,&#8221; said <strong>David Burritt</strong>, CEO of U.S. Steel.</p>
<p><strong>Q4 Adjusted EBITDA By Segment:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>The Flat-Rolled segment&#8217;s adjusted EBITDA is expected to be lower than the&nbsp;third quarter&nbsp;due to lower selling prices and volumes.</li>
<li>The Mini Mill segment&#8217;s adjusted EBITDA is expected to be lower than the&nbsp;third quarter&nbsp;due to lower volumes.</li>
<li>The European segment&#8217;s adjusted EBITDA is expected to be lower than the&nbsp;third quarter, largely due to the unfavorable impact of weak demand, resulting in lower volumes, average selling prices and volume inefficiencies.</li>
<li>The Tubular segment&#8217;s adjusted EBITDA is expected to be higher than the&nbsp;third quarter, primarily due to increased volume and lower costs due to the absence of outage activity.</li>
</ul>
<p>&#8220;In Europe, the demand and pricing environment remains weak. To meet production volume requirements after unplanned downtime from a fire at the #1 Caster, we are temporarily operating three blast furnaces beginning Dec. 7, but expect to return to two blast furnaces by January. The Tubular segment continues to face pressure from a weak pricing environment,&#8221; Burritt added.</p>
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<p>U.S. Steel is due to report fourth-quarter financial results near the end of January. Analysts currently expect the company to report fourth-quarter revenue of $3.69 billion. Fourth-quarter earnings were projected around 16 cents per share before Thursday&#8217;s guidance update.</p>
<p><strong>X Price Action:</strong> U.S. Steel shares were down 4.54% in Thursday&#8217;s after-hours session, trading at $30.28 at the time of publication, per <a href="http://pro.benzinga.com">Benzinga Pro</a>.</p>
<p><em>Photo: Courtesy U.S. Steel</em></p>


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<p>Cheap OTC <a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-types/penny-stocks/">penny stocks</a> (those that trade on the Over-the-Counter exchange) have the potential to provide game-changing returns, or break your portfolio. These are some of the most high-risk, high-reward investments you can make. The potential for colossal gains is undoubtedly alluring, but it&rsquo;s a double-edged sword. These stocks typically trade with very low volume, and rapid moves are possible either to the upside or the downside due to the thin order book behind these names.</p>



<p>That said, having some OTC penny stocks in your portfolio is not a bad idea at all. That&rsquo;s as long as you manage your position sizing well. A well-diversified portfolio can accommodate a small allocation to these high-risk, high-reward plays. </p>



<p>If any of these companies land big contracts and take off in the coming years, they could deliver massive upside potential and turn your small investment into something meaningful. Here are three cheap OTC penny stocks to consider right now.</p>



<h2>Blackline Safety (BLKLF)</h2>



<div><img width="300" height="169" src="https://investorplace.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/safety1600-300x169.jpg" alt='image of a forklift dropping a "Y" to complete the word "Safety"'><div>Source: Shutterstock</div></div><p><strong>Blackline</strong> <strong>Safety</strong>&nbsp;(OTCMKTS:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/blklf-stock-quote/"><strong>BLKLF</strong></a>) provides wearable safety technology, personal and area gas monitoring, cloud-connected software, and data analytics. This stock has been on the rebound since late-2022, and while this rebound has stalled a little, I think this company has significant upside potential in the coming years. </p>



<p>Its Q1 results were a mixed bag, but I remain optimistic about Blackline&rsquo;s long-term trajectory.&nbsp;<a href="https://seekingalpha.com/pr/19655016-blackline-safety-reports-fiscal-first-quarter-2024-results-revenue-up-25-percent-year-over?hasComeFromMpArticle=false" target="_blank">Missing earnings per share estimates by 2 cents</a>&nbsp;was disappointing, but we can&rsquo;t overlook the company&rsquo;s 25% year-over-year growth in total revenue. And with annual recurring income climbing a tremendous 37% to $54.2 million, Blackline&rsquo;s subscription-based business model is clearly performing very well.</p>



<p>The company reported a record 130% rate of growth in revenue from existing customers. When current clients are more than doubling their spending on the company&rsquo;s offerings, that shows powerful validation from the market. Blackline&rsquo;s connected safety solutions are resonating well across key industries like energy and utilities.</p>



<p>While the company&rsquo;s $3.2 million adjusted loss is still sizable, it&rsquo;s nearly halved from the previous year. I wouldn&rsquo;t be shocked if Blackline reaches profitability ahead of expectations.</p>



<div><a href="https://investorplace.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/chart-58.png"><img width="666" height="442" src="https://investorplace.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/chart-58.png" alt="BLKLF financials. Cheap OTC penny stocks"><br>Click to Enlarge</a><div>Source: Chart courtesy of <a href="https://GuruFocus.com">GuruFocus.com</a></div></div><p>The company needs to keep up the momentum and break even, but could be a big winner for investors looking for OTC penny stocks to buy.</p>



<h2>Payfare (PYFRF)</h2>



<div><img width="300" height="169" src="https://investorplace.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/fintech-1-300x169.jpg" alt='A hand lingers over a bright blue tech wheel that says "fintech." Bargain fintech stocks for June'><div>Source: Wright Studio / Shutterstock.com</div></div><p><strong>Payfare</strong>&nbsp;(OTCMKTS:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/pyfrf-stock-quote/"><strong>PYFRF</strong></a>) continues to see serious momentum build. This fintech stock has remained rangebound over the past few years, but its fundamentals are improving. In Q1,&nbsp;<a href="https://seekingalpha.com/pr/19718544-payfare-announces-first-quarter-2024-financial-results?hasComeFromMpArticle=false" target="_blank">revenue increased by 23%</a>&nbsp;year-over-year to $51.9 million. Active users also jumped 26% to exceed 1.4 million total, while gross dollar value increased 33% to $3.5 billion.</p>



<p>These performance indicators show a customer base that is coming to rely more on Payfare&rsquo;s services. With significant new partnerships achieved, such as&nbsp;<strong>Uber&rsquo;s</strong>&nbsp;(NYSE:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/uber-stock-quote/"><strong>UBER</strong></a>) Pro Card and an unnamed major retailer, I believe this upward trajectory will continue. Adjusted EBITDA nearly doubled to $6 million as well, and Payfare&rsquo;s earnings trend also looks promising.</p>



<div><a href="https://investorplace.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/chart-59.png"><img width="1200" height="628" src="https://investorplace.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/chart-59.png" alt="PYFRF EPS. Cheap OTC penny stocks"><br>Click to Enlarge</a><div>Source: Chart courtesy of <a href="https://GuruFocus.com">GuruFocus.com</a></div></div><p>With a forward price-to-earnings ratio still at 28-times and no debt, this company has considerable upside from current levels. Analysts expect&nbsp;<a href="https://seekingalpha.com/symbol/PYFRF/earnings/estimates" target="_blank">top-line growth to remain around 30% annually</a>&nbsp;going forward.</p>



<h2>Expert.ai (EXSPF)</h2>



<div><img width="300" height="169" src="https://investorplace.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/ai1600-300x169.jpg" alt="mark stock"><div>Source: Shutterstock</div></div><p><strong>Expert.ai</strong>&nbsp;(OTCMKTS:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/exspf-stock-quote/"><strong>EXSPF</strong></a>)&nbsp;is an AI software company that develops products using natural language processing algorithms. The company&rsquo;s flagship product is the Expert.ai Platform, which understands written language and extracts strategic information for businesses. This is one of the more volatile <a href="https://investorplace.com/industries/technology/artificial-intelligence/">AI stocks</a> you can buy right now. But it&rsquo;s also one of the best ways to play this mega-trend, if it continues.</p>



<p>This company&nbsp;<a href="https://www.expert.ai/investor-relations/presentations/" target="_blank">releases reports every two quarters</a>. Expert.ai&rsquo;s &ldquo;half-year&rdquo; 2023 performance shows revenues ended up declining by 5% year-over-year to &euro;13.1 million. However, losses narrowed substantially, and analysts expect&nbsp;<a href="https://seekingalpha.com/symbol/EXSPF/earnings/estimates" target="_blank">full-year revenue growth to come in at 8.5%</a>&nbsp;and continue growing around 14% annually in the coming years. This stock is far from a sure bet right now. But if Expert.ai manages to beat expectations and see outsized growth driven by AI tailwinds, we could see a massive rebound.</p>



<div><a href="https://investorplace.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/chart-60.png"><img width="1200" height="628" src="https://investorplace.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/chart-60.png" alt="EXSPF EPS. Cheap OTC penny stocks"><br>Click to Enlarge</a><div>Source: Chart courtesy of <a href="https://GuruFocus.com">GuruFocus.com</a></div></div><p>I expect multi-bagger potential on the horizon, if this AI company can meet expectations.</p>



<p><em>On the date of publication, Omor Ibne Ehsan did not hold (either directly or indirectly) any positions in the securities mentioned in this article. The opinions expressed in this article are those of the writer, subject to the InvestorPlace.com&nbsp;<a href="https://investorplace.com/corporate/investorplace-publishing-guidelines/" target="_blank">Publishing Guidelines.</a></em></p>
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<p>The stock market rally has been showing no sign of stopping, and while most of it has been driven by Big Tech, it is worth looking into some little-known <a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-types/penny-stocks/">penny stocks</a>. These stocks usually see huge breakouts and trade at big premiums during bullish rallies. We haven&rsquo;t seen that happen across most penny stocks just yet, but I think it&rsquo;s a good reason to buy up some high-potential names if you are willing to stomach the risks.</p>



<p>Of course, many of these penny stocks are more than just short- to mid-term plays. Most of these up-and-coming firms have huge growth runways, and analysts expect explosive growth over the next decade. If they execute as expected, I believe it is possible that they could turn a $10k investment into something life-changing. Let&rsquo;s take a look!</p>



<h2>OptiNose (OPTN)</h2>



<div><img width="300" height="169" src="https://investorplace.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/droplet-test-tube-biotech-1600-3-300x169.jpg" alt="Photo of test tubes and droplet with purple and reddish-orange sunset visual effect, representing biotech"><div>Source: shutterstock.com/Romix Image</div></div><p><strong>OptiNose</strong> (NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/optn-stock-quote/"><strong>OPTN</strong></a>) is a specialty pharmaceutical company focused on developing products for patients with diseases treated by otolaryngologists and allergists. I&rsquo;ve been closely watching this little-known penny stock, and I believe it could be a potential hidden gem for risk-tolerant investors.</p>



<p>Their lead product, XHANCE, has shown strong efficacy in treating chronic sinusitis, which, according to their market research, is a key driver of prescribing behavior.</p>



<p>OptiNose is admittedly a speculative bet, but I think the potential payoff could be substantial. The stock has been stuck trading around the $1 level for over a year, but with these promising developments, I wouldn&rsquo;t be surprised to see a breakout if they can execute well.</p>



<p>What I particularly like about OptiNose is its solid and rapidly growing sales base. Analysts are projecting revenue to skyrocket from <a href="https://seekingalpha.com/symbol/OPTN/earnings/estimates" target="_blank">$92 million in 2024 to $342 million by 2028</a>, with profitability expected by 2026.</p>



<div><a href="https://investorplace.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/chart-9.png"><img width="1200" height="628" src="https://investorplace.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/chart-9.png" alt="penny stocks: OptiNose operating profits"><br>Click to Enlarge</a><div>Source: Chart courtesy of <a href="https://GuruFocus.com">GuruFocus.com</a></div></div><p>If everything goes according to plan, the stock is trading at just 3 times 2027 earnings estimates right now.</p>



<p>Of course, the key question is whether their growth plans will play out as hoped. Biotech and pharma startups are always a risky bet. But OptiNose seems to have weathered the worst and has a strong foundation upon which to build. This beaten-down stock could be a hidden multibagger in the making. Just be sure to do your own diligence.</p>



<h2>Unusual Machines (UMAC)</h2>



<div><img width="300" height="165" src="https://investorplace.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/dronesmsn-300x165.jpg" alt=""><div>Source: Shutterstock</div></div><p><strong>Unusual Machines</strong> (NYSEMKT:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/umac-stock-quote/"><strong>UMAC</strong></a>) manufactures drones and drone components. I&rsquo;m very bullish on drone startups like Unusual Machines. There simply aren&rsquo;t enough of these companies in the U.S. right now, especially ones focused on producing inexpensive military drones for reconnaissance and combat purposes.</p>



<p>Most of those cheaper military drones are currently mass-produced in China and Russia. Meanwhile, the U.S. relies on a handful of giant defense contractors making very expensive drones. I believe this supply chain vulnerability is becoming increasingly apparent to governments worldwide. They&rsquo;re scrambling to ink deals with promising upstart drone makers to diversify their sources.</p>



<p>That&rsquo;s where Unusual Machines comes in. Sure, with just <a target="_blank" href="https://www.stocktitan.net/news/UMAC/">$619,000 in sales</a> (the sales were made in just 45 days) last quarter, it&rsquo;s tiny and unprofitable. However, after a recent $5 million IPO and acquiring key operating units like Fat Shark and Rotor Riot, this <strong>Red Cat Holdings</strong> (NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/rcat-stock-quote/"><strong>RCAT</strong></a>) spinoff has big potential, in my view. Management is moving fast to start churning out NDAA-compliant drone parts from its new Orlando headquarters.</p>



<p>If it can secure those critical &ldquo;Blue UAS&rdquo; certifications soon, lucrative government contracts could follow and really jumpstart growth. Of course, this is an extremely speculative play. I&rsquo;m banking on a rosy future that may not materialize. UMAC is only suitable if you seriously want to turn $10k into a million and take on the risks that come with it.</p>



<h2>High Tide (HITI)</h2>



<div><img width="300" height="169" src="https://investorplace.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/cannabis-stocks1600-3-300x169.png" alt="scientist checking organic hemp wild plants in a cannabis weed commercial greenhouse. Concept of herbal alternative medicine, cbd oil, pharmaceutical industry. Cannabis stocks, FLGC stocks"><div>Source: Chokniti-Studio / Shutterstock.com</div></div><p><strong>High Tide</strong> (NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/hiti-stock-quote/"><strong>HITI</strong></a>) operates as a retail-focused cannabis company. I covered this little-known penny stock over a year ago, and it&rsquo;s already up by a whopping 80% since then, but I believe High Tide still has substantial upside potential. High Tide generated <a target="_blank" href="https://www.tipranks.com/news/company-announcements/high-tide-achieves-record-q2-financial-milestones">9.4 million CAD in free cash flow in Q2</a>, more than the prior two quarters combined. It&rsquo;s a rare gem in the cannabis space that isn&rsquo;t burning cash and is on the cusp of sustained profitability.</p>



<p>Once High Tide firmly establishes consistent earnings and accelerates its expansion, I expect this stock could deliver multibagger returns from current levels based solely on the Canadian market opportunity. However, the real game-changer would be U.S. federal cannabis legalization. High Tide already has a footprint in the U.S. but operates with restraints.</p>



<div><a href="https://investorplace.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/chart-10.png"><img width="1226" height="741" src="https://investorplace.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/chart-10.png" alt="High Tide sales by region chart"><br>Click to Enlarge</a><div>Source: Chart courtesy of <a href="https://GuruFocus.com">GuruFocus.com</a></div></div><p>If it can replicate its Canadian success in a market 10 times larger, this under-the-radar stock could turn a $10k investment into something much more meaningful.</p>



<h2>Blackline Safety (BLKLF)</h2>



<div><img width="300" height="169" src="https://investorplace.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/fr_firstindustrial1600-300x169.png" alt="Back View of the Head of the Project Holds Laptop and Discussing Product Details with Chief Engineer while They Walk Through Modern Factory., FR rents out these spaces in the U.S."><div>Source: Gorodenkoff / Shutterstock.com</div></div><p><strong>Blackline Safety</strong> (OTCMKTS:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/blklf-stock-quote/"><strong>BLKLF</strong></a>) is a Canadian industrial safety company that is riding the wave of onshoring and industrialization. Shares have already surged 150% from their late-2022 trough, but I think there&rsquo;s plenty of room for this rebound to run. The stock still trades nearly 40% below its February 2020 peak despite the company being perfectly positioned to capitalize on the manufacturing renaissance in the U.S. and Canada.</p>



<p>As companies bring production closer to home, they must ensure their facilities meet the rigorous safety standards in these markets. That&rsquo;s where Blackline shines. Its connected safety technology is already seeing booming demand, with <a target="_blank" href="https://www.morningstar.com/news/business-wire/20240613677452/blackline-safety-reports-highest-quarterly-revenue-ever-q2-hits-316m-up-31-year-over-year">revenue jumping 31% YOY to a record $31.6 million</a> in Q2.</p>



<p>Blackline achieved this growth while also expanding its gross margins to 57% and slashing its cash burn by 78%. This tells me that as the company scales up to meet the surging need for industrial safety, its bottom line could boom.</p>



<p>So, while Blackline may be under the radar now, I believe it&rsquo;s a hidden gem that won&rsquo;t stay hidden for long.</p>



<h2>Talkspace (TALK)</h2>



<div><img width="300" height="169" src="https://investorplace.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/talkspace-300x169.jpg" alt="The Talkspace (TALK) logo is displayed on a smartphone screen."><div>Source: Ben__Stevens / Shutterstock.com</div></div><p><strong>Talkspace</strong> (NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/talk-stock-quote/"><strong>TALK</strong></a>) is a leading virtual behavioral health company that connects individuals with licensed therapists through its platform. While telemedicine stocks were all the rage during the COVID-19 pandemic, Talkspace&rsquo;s shares have been on a wild ride since going public. After a sharp decline, the stock surged nearly 500% from Q1 2023 to Q1 2024 before recently pulling back around 43%. I believe this presents an attractive entry point.</p>



<p>In Q1 2024, Talkspace delivered <a target="_blank" href="https://www.investing.com/news/stock-market-news/earnings-call-talkspace-reports-profitability-in-q1-with-revenue-growth-93CH-3427451">36% YOY revenue growth to $45.4 million</a> and achieved its first quarter of profitability with an $800,000 adjusted EBITDA. Management&rsquo;s execution on expanding covered lives, and driving utilization is clearly paying off. The recent Medicare launch in multiple states offers another significant growth catalyst.</p>



<p>With profits expected in 2025, along with a <a target="_blank" href="https://seekingalpha.com/symbol/TALK/earnings/estimates">projected 26% sales growth</a> in 2024 and 17-20% annual increases thereafter, I see ample room for upside. Talkspace is well-positioned to benefit from powerful tailwinds. This includes the destigmatization of mental health and younger generations preferring to do everything online.</p>



<h2>Kneat.com (KSIOF)</h2>



<div><img width="300" height="169" src="https://investorplace.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/pte_biotech_1600-300x169.png" alt="Medical technology network team meeting concept. Doctor hand working smart phone modern digital tablet laptop computer graphics chart interface, sun flare effect photo, PTE"><div>Source: everything possible / Shutterstock.com</div></div><p><strong>Kneat.com</strong> (OTCMKTS:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/ksiof-stock-quote/"><strong>KSIOF</strong></a>) provides software validation solutions for the life sciences industry. The stock has rebounded significantly, up 37% in the past six months alone. I believe Kneat is well-positioned to benefit from the plethora of biotech startups that need validation software to ensure compliance with industry regulations.</p>



<p>In Q1, Kneat&rsquo;s annual recurring revenue <a target="_blank" href="https://financialpost.com/globe-newswire/kneat-announces-record-revenue-for-first-quarter-2024">jumped an impressive 57% to 42.1 million CAD</a>. The gross profit margin expanded from 67% to a robust 74%, while operating expenses grew at a much more modest 17% pace compared to the 77% surge in Q1 2023.</p>



<p>Management noted they are landing major new customer wins across North America, Europe, and Asia, which are fueling the growth. However, the real potential lies in expanding these relationships over time. As Kneat becomes ingrained and trusted within organizations, it can multiply its revenue per customer.</p>



<p>GuruFocus&rsquo; DCF model believes the stock will compound through 2026.</p>



<div><a href="https://investorplace.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/chart-11.png"><img width="1200" height="628" src="https://investorplace.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/chart-11.png" alt="KSIOF gurufocus price"><br>Click to Enlarge</a><div>Source: Chart courtesy of <a href="https://GuruFocus.com">GuruFocus.com</a></div></div><h2>One Stop Systems (OSS)</h2>



<div><img width="300" height="169" src="https://investorplace.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/computers1600d-300x169.jpg" alt="a man working on a computer hard drive"><div>Source: Shutterstock</div></div><p><strong>One Stop Systems</strong> (NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/oss-stock-quote/"><strong>OSS</strong></a>) designs and manufactures high-performance edge computing systems for AI and other applications. Despite seeing a <a target="_blank" href="https://www.marketbeat.com/stocks/NASDAQ/OSS/earnings/">24.6% YOY revenue decline to $12.65 million</a> in Q1 2024, I believe OSS is poised for a strong rebound as AI takes off.</p>



<p>The company has done a stellar job shifting its focus to the booming defense and commercial markets, especially for AI and machine learning at the edge. CEO Mike Knowles <a target="_blank" href="https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/one-stop-systems-oss-strong-buy-rating-on-ai-pivot-and-long-term-growth-potential-1033188679">noted</a> OSS has expanded its 5-year pipeline to over $1 billion, with 70% from multi-year platform opportunities that should drive more predictable revenue.</p>



<p>While the near-term upside may be limited as many AI/ML applications are still in development and testing phases, I&rsquo;m confident OSS is very well-positioned for the coming wave. HPC and enterprise computing needs are exploding as AI startups proliferate, and transformative systems like OpenAI&rsquo;s Sora could send demand soaring even higher.</p>



<p>OSS is admittedly a high-risk, high-reward bet in this nascent industry. But for investors willing to stomach the volatility, I believe getting in early on OSS&rsquo;s turnaround story could deliver incredible returns if the AI rally keeps charging ahead in the years to come.</p>



<p><em>On the date of publication, Omor Ibne Ehsan did not hold (either directly or indirectly) any positions in the securities mentioned in this article. The opinions expressed in this article are those of the writer, subject to the InvestorPlace.com&nbsp;<a href="https://investorplace.com/corporate/investorplace-publishing-guidelines/" target="_blank">Publishing Guidelines</a></em>.</p>



<p><em>On the date of publication, the responsible editor did not have (either directly or indirectly) any positions in the securities mentioned in this article.&nbsp;</em></p>
<div><p>Omor Ibne Ehsan is a writer at InvestorPlace. He is a self-taught investor with a focus on growth and cyclical stocks that have strong fundamentals, value, and long-term potential. He also has an interest in high-risk, high-reward investments such as cryptocurrencies and penny stocks. You can follow him on <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/omor-ibne-ehsan-56068022b/">LinkedIn</a>.</p></div><h3>More From InvestorPlace</h3>
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