Axon focuses on AI communication: Acquisition of Prepared boosts stock price

The stock of the security company Axon rose by 2.9% in the afternoon after it was announced that Axon plans to acquire Prepared, a provider of emergency communication solutions specialized in artificial intelligence. Following a decline the previous day, triggered by concerns about acquisition costs and their impact on Axon's expenses, investors view the new direction positively. Prepared brings innovative AI tools that enable security agencies to manage emergencies more effectively by combining audio, video, text, and GPS data. Axon expects this acquisition to expand its public safety platform to make the entire emergency response process more efficient. The closing price of the stock was $712.60, representing an increase of 2.1% compared to the previous closing price. Axon's stocks are characterized by significant volatility, with 22 movements of over 5% in the past year. Today's price increase is considered significant, although it does not change the fundamental perception of the company. Twenty-seven days ago, the stock saw a decline of 3.6% amid a broad decline in the technology sector, without any specific news about Axon. Since the beginning of the year, the stock has gained 21.2%, but at $723.00, it is still 17% below its 52-week high of $870.97 from August 2025. Previous investments in Axon shares have proven lucrative, as an investment of $1,000 five years ago would now amount to $8,291. In light of encouraging signs for AI-driven software companies, we invite you to be inspired and learn which technological pioneers have the potential to become the "gorillas" of the future.