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New York, NY – September 29, 2025 – The Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Technology sector has demonstrated unprecedented strength through the second and third quarters of 2025, serving as the undeniable driving force behind robust market performance and soaring investor sentiment. Major indices, particularly the Nasdaq Composite and the S&P 500,

Mark Zuckerberg is prepared to spend hundreds of billions of dollars on his Facebook AI advertising vision. What that means for Meta stock.

As the US market prepares to open on Wednesday, let's get an early glimpse into the pre-market session and identify the stocks leading the pack in terms of gains and losses.

WPP Plc (NYSE: WPP) shares are 

Shares of The AES Corporation (NYSE:AES) rose sharply in pre-market trading following reports the company has received takeover interest.

The ongoing consolidation in the MarTech and PR sectors has created optimal conditions for strong future performance.

Meta stock was hovering above a key level after a report that the Facebook parent company is eyeing a $10 billion investment into Scale AI.

Meta stock gained following a report that it is planning to offer a tool that creates fully automated ads using AI by next year.

WPP FY Revenue declined by 0.7% Y/Y, adjusted operating cash flow increased to £1.46B, and net debt stood at £1.7B.

The Coca-Cola Company (KO) is a global leader in the beverage industry. With a strong global presence and a diversified product portfolio, Coca-Cola stands out as a reliable investment option even during uncertain market conditions.

Omnicom Group and Interpublic Group are nearing a $13–$14 billion merger to create the largest advertising company, reshaping the industry amidst AI challenges and competition.

According to Fitch analysts, uncertainty surrounding disposable income prospects along with shrinking household wealth has led to Chinese consumers prioritizing "value-for-money" products over non-essential expenditures.

Earlier this month, a Ferrari NV (NYSE ) executive received suspicious WhatsApp messages from a deepfake impersonating CEO Benedetto Vigna. The scam, aimed at discussing a confidential acquisition, was identified due to mechanical intonations and a different phone number.

AI will enable many companies to perform tasks that they once hired other firms for. Here are three stocks most at risk of AI.

Companies Reporting Before The Bell • Indivior (NASDAQ:INDV) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $0.28 per share on revenue of $260.00 million.

WPP PLC (NYSE: WPP) disclosed a Q3 trading 

Companies Reporting Before The Bell • WPP (NYSE:WPP) is projected to report earnings for its first quarter. • Anglogold Ashanti (NYSE:AU) is likely to report earnings for its first quarter.

Benzinga Weekly Jobless Claims Fall 18K To 228K, Still Higher Than Expected

KKR & Co (NYSE: KKR) is reportedly in talks to acquire a significant stake in FGS Global, a WPP PLC (NYSE: WPP) backed financial communications firm, for ~$1.4 billion.