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Lightwave Logic (LWLG) reported Q2 2026 sales of $32,751 and H1 sales of $61,918, with widening net losses compared to the prior year. Revenue increased slightly, but the basic loss per share remained at $0.04, highlighting ongoing profitability challenges. The company's investment narrative hinges on the commercial adoption of its electro-optic polymer platform, with near-term catalysts including technical validation and design wins with partners.

Tradr ETFs launched four single-stock leveraged ETFs on Cboe. METQ, AXTQ and COHQ seek -200% daily exposure to Meta (META), AXT (AXTI) and Coherent (COHR), while LWLX seeks +200% daily exposure to Lightwave Logic (LWLG). Tradr said its lineup now totals 83 leveraged ETFs and targets short-term active trading.

Tradr ETFs plans to launch four single-stock leveraged ETFs on Aug. 18, listed on Cboe, targeting 2X daily long or -200% daily inverse exposure to specific stocks. Expected tickers: AXTQ (AXTI -2X short), COHQ (COHR -2X short), METQ (META -2X short), and LWLX (LWLG 2X long).

Blaize Holdings (BZAI) shares fell about 45% to ~$0.65 after Q2 results and a full-year 2026 revenue cut to $40M-$43M from ~$130M, with adjusted EBITDA loss expected at $62M-$65M. nLIGHT (LASR) rose ~4% after Q2 beat and Q3 revenue guidance of $63M-$73M. Lightwave Logic (LWLG) gained ~3% on optics rally and updates on Stage 3 customer programs and wafer deliveries.

Tradr ETFs plans to launch four single-stock leveraged ETFs on Aug. 18 on Cboe, targeting daily exposure of 2X long or -200% inverse to underlying stocks. Funds include AXTQ (AXTI), COHQ (COHR), METQ (META) and LWLX (LWLG). Tradr ETFs says the products are for short-term trading and carry higher leverage risks.

Lightwave Logic’s Q2 2026 earnings call focused on shifting from technology development to commercialization for AI interconnects. Management said it added a fifth Stage 3 customer, has four active foundry partners, and is targeting volume production in H2 2027. Cash was $95.9M; R&D rose to $3.9M; capex was $1.5M.

After Microsoft’s results, investors focused on AI monetization. Amazon shares jumped 15.3% post-close as AWS revenue rose 37% YoY, fastest in 18 quarters, and AI and chips run rates topped $25B. Apple fell 7.4% on outlook concerns. Treasuries rose to 4.71% and Brent to $87.93. The piece also lists options trades including LWLG and SITE.

Lightwave Logic (NASDAQ:LWLG) shares fell 1.4% to $6.14. The company appointed Fred Graffam as CFO effective immediately, with oversight of financial operations, capital allocation, and investor relations. Snizhana “Ana” Quan will shift to VP of Finance and Corporate Controller. Graffam previously served as CFO of Fidium and other roles.

Lightwave Logic, Inc. (LWLG) filed an SEC Form 8-K — Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers: Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers. EX-10.1 2 ex10x1.htm EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN FRED GRAFFAM AND LIGHTWAVE LOGIC, INC., DATED JULY 20, 2026 Exhibit 10.1 EXECUTIVE EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT This EXECUTIVE EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT ( “Agreement” ) is entered into between Lightwave Logic, Inc., a Nevada Corporation (the “

Ten stocks rose by double digits on Tuesday, with seven reaching new record highs, as investors cited strong earnings, guidance, and other company updates. The Dow gained 0.45%, the S&P 500 rose 0.13%, and the Nasdaq added 0.03%. Examples: Unusual Machines +15.72% to $33.42; STMicro +15.20% to $79.51 after doubling its 2026 revenue growth forecast; Lightwave Logic +15.43% to $12.72 on Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang’s comments.