WealthyVC’s 18-Month Winner Recap: Our Biggest Market Calls That Soared
At WealthyVC, we don’t just track the market — we anticipate it. Here’s a look back at the stocks we called early that went on to deliver some of the biggest gains in the last 18 months.
Over the last 18 months, WealthyVC has been laser-focused on identifying the market’s next big movers — the stocks poised to deliver outsized returns when fundamentals and narrative align. From biotech moonshots to fintech disruptors and small-cap turnarounds, our momentum-driven system has consistently spotted breakout opportunities well before Wall Street caught on. In this special recap, we look back at some of our top-performing calls — names that not only validated our research but also rewarded investors who acted early.
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1. Regencell Bioscience (RGC)
12-Month Change as of September 9: 7,987.8%
Regencell Bioscience (NASDAQ: RGC) is a Hong Kong-based biotech company developing treatments for neurocognitive disorders, including ADHD and autism, using traditional Chinese medicine.
WealthyVC highlighted Regencell’s unusual level of insider trading, noting that CEO Yat-Gai Au personally financed a 652,000 shares buyback that raised his ownership to 86%. That bold move proved pivotal and reinforced market confidence. As the buybacks accumulated, shares climbed rapidly and attracted interest to fuel a dramatic revaluation of the company despite its micro-cap status.
See How We Broke Down Regencell’s Buyback Story In Detail.
Throughout 2025, Regencell Bioscience (NASDAQ: RGC) became one of Wall Street’s most talked-about small caps. WealthyVC’s early coverage on the company’s volatility and unique pipeline helped frame the narrative as shares exploded higher. At their exceptional peak on June 27, 2025, RGC was up more than 82,000% year-to-date, briefly reaching a $33 billion market cap despite reporting no revenues. This remarkable run reinforced the idea that insider-driven momentum, paired with a compelling biotech story, could defy conventional valuation models.
Key catalysts throughout the year also fueled the frenzy. On June 16, 2025, RGC rallied 64,000% after a 38-for-1 stock split took effect. The surge continued into late June, when the stock spiked another 30% on June 17 before hitting its all-time high ten days later. Even after a sharp 40% selloff on June 20 and a series of profit-taking dips — including a 19.8% intraday plunge on July 8, RGC remained one of the top-performing stocks of 2025.
2. Zepp Health (ZEPP)
12-Month Change as of September 9: 1,415.1%
Zepp Health (NYSE: ZEPP) designs and markets smart wearables under its Amazfit and Zepp brands, combining hardware innovation with AI-driven software to deliver health, fitness, and lifestyle solutions.
WealthyVC first highlighted Zepp Health’s turnaround story when the company pivoted away from its Xiaomi-dependent model and leaned into its Amazfit ecosystem. That strategic shift, coupled with a return to revenue growth after four years of declines, was the spark behind a stock that surged more than 800% in just a few weeks during mid-2025. Investors who recognized the inflection early saw Wall Street finally validate Zepp’s growth narrative.
Get The Full Context In Our Earlier Deep Dive On Zepp.
As we noted in our earlier analysis, the Amazfit Balance 2 and Helio Strap launches positioned Zepp to compete directly with Apple and Garmin on premium features at more accessible price points. That prediction proved accurate as sales momentum built across global retail channels and the company exceeded guidance in Q2 with 46% revenue growth, which supported the stock to gain 38%. The financial rebound confirmed that Zepp’s operational execution was catching up with its ambitious product roadmap.
Recent catalysts—including the T-Rex 3 Pro launch, acquisitions expanding women’s health tech, and high-profile athlete partnerships—have further reinforced the brand’s visibility and credibility. These moves validate our thesis that Zepp’s story is not just about short-term hype but a durable repositioning toward sustainable growth. With guidance forecasting up to 79% revenue growth, the company has solidified its place as one of the most compelling small-cap growth stories in wearables.
3. Robinhood Markets (HOOD)
12-Month Change as of September 9: 495.3%
Robinhood (NASDAQ: HOOD) is a fintech brokerage platform best known for commission-free trading and its growing presence in crypto and blockchain-based financial services.
WealthyVC’s July coverage spotlighted Robinhood’s tokenized stock rollout in Europe, a bold move that positioned the company at the center of decentralized finance adoption. That pivot drove early momentum in 2025, propelling shares past $100 and signaling that Robinhood was no longer just a meme-stock broker, but an innovator reshaping how global investors access equities.
Revisit Our Earlier Article That Set The Stage For HOOD’s Run.
Over the following months, Robinhood leaned further into digital assets, staking, and perpetual futures while drawing headlines with tokenized pre-IPO offerings. This wave of innovation validated WealthyVC’s thesis that Robinhood’s future growth would come from bridging Wall Street and blockchain. Investor enthusiasm swelled, and the stock kept climbing, reflecting how product expansion and narrative strength fueled demand.
The ultimate catalyst came with Robinhood’s unexpected addition to the S&P 500, a milestone that cemented its legitimacy in traditional finance. Combined with copy trading features, a new social investing network, and rising analyst price targets, these moves reinforced WealthyVC’s view of Robinhood as a momentum-driven breakout. The stock’s 495% surge over 12 months exemplifies how disruptive innovation can ignite a lasting re-rating.
4. Dave Inc. (DAVE)
12-Month Change as of September 9: 484.8%
Dave (NASDAQ: DAVE) is a fast-growing fintech company that provides digital banking tools, short-term liquidity solutions, and innovative financial services tailored to underserved consumers.
When WealthyVC first spotlighted Dave in May 2025, we emphasized its strong management team, rapidly expanding user base, and sector-leading innovation. Those early indicators have since translated into an explosive rally of nearly 485% over the past 12 months. Our original analysis highlighted Dave’s clean balance sheet, insider alignment, and scalable business model—all of which laid the foundation for its remarkable run.
View Our Original Analysis That Framed DAVE’s Narrative.
The catalysts fueling this surge have been consistent with our thesis. Dave’s Q1 and Q2 earnings blew past analyst expectations, with revenue growth, expanded profitability, and new fee structures reinforcing its monetization strength. Strategic buybacks and insider confidence only amplified investor enthusiasm. Recent launches like CashAI v5.5 and a shift toward higher-margin subscription models show that Dave continues to execute at a level that outpaces many fintech peers.
Investors who acted on our early deep dive not only captured momentum but also benefited from a company proving its ability to scale. With strong fundamentals, bullish technicals, and sector-wide tailwinds, Dave’s trajectory reflects the exact type of small-cap opportunity WealthyVC’s momentum-driven system is designed to uncover—before Wall Street fully catches on.
5. SharpLink Gaming (SBET)
12-Month Change as of September 9: 94.9%
SharpLink Gaming (NASDAQ: SBET) started out as a small-cap sports betting technology firm, but in 2025, it became one of the fastest-growing names in the emerging Ethereum treasury trend. Modeled after Michael Saylor’s Bitcoin strategy at MicroStrategy (NASDAQ: MSTR), Ethereum treasuries are companies that accumulate ETH on their balance sheets, offering investors leveraged exposure to crypto’s upside.
WealthyVC flagged SharpLink in our Yahoo Trending Stocks list, noting its aggressive ETH accumulation strategy as a potential breakout catalyst. That call has aged well—shares of SBET are up 94.9% over the past 12 months, driven by both Ethereum’s strength and SharpLink’s capital market maneuvers.
Get The Full Context In Our Earlier Story On SBET.
The company has amassed more than 837,000 ETH (over $3.6 billion), rapidly becoming one of the largest publicly traded holders of Ethereum. Its aggressive buybacks, including a $1.5 billion authorization, have reinforced shareholder confidence and created a powerful supply-demand imbalance in the stock. At the same time, SharpLink’s management has leaned into staking initiatives, exploring yield-generating opportunities on networks like Linea.
Like many ETH treasury firms, SharpLink has been volatile—its low float and crypto correlation have fueled sharp pullbacks alongside Ethereum price dips. But the long-term story remains intact: this is no longer just a gaming tech play, but rather a leveraged bet on Ethereum’s next leg higher.
For investors seeking asymmetric exposure to Ethereum’s rise without directly holding crypto, SharpLink has emerged as one of the most dynamic vehicles—a small-cap stock that captured Wall Street’s attention in 2025 and rewarded those who recognized the Ethereum treasury trend early.
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6. POET Technologies
12-Month Change as of September 9: 83.2%
POET Technologies (NASDAQ: POET) (TSXV: PTK) is a semiconductor company specializing in advanced photonic solutions for AI, cloud, and data center markets. Its proprietary Optical Interposer™ enables high-performance, scalable, and cost-efficient optical engines that are increasingly vital to global AI infrastructure.
In November 2024, WealthyVC highlighted POET’s capital raise, new leadership, and award-winning technology in mid-2025 as key catalysts. Those developments positioned the company for growth, and investors quickly took notice. The $25 million offering, backed by institutional support, gave POET the balance sheet strength needed to advance commercialization, setting the stage for the stock’s strong performance over the last year.
Dive Into Our Full Report On Why We Flagged POET Months Ago.
The appointment of Sohail Khan to POET Technologies’ board on July 8, 2025 signaled a turning point for the company. That momentum was quickly validated by a string of catalysts, including a manufacturing agreement with NationGate on June 24 (+8.8%), a collaboration with NTT on August 29, and the completion of a $25 million offering on July 17 to fund expansion. Furthermore, industry recognition also played a key role, with POET winning the AI Hardware Innovation Award on June 25, sending shares up 17.6%, and taking home a Lightwave Award earlier in the year on February 27, further strengthening its credibility in AI optical interconnect solutions.
Even with short-term volatility, like the 7.6% post-earnings dip on August 11, POET has maintained strong investor interest thanks to its aggressive focus on scaling its business. The company’s decision to voluntarily delist from the TSXV on August 25 to concentrate on its U.S. listing, combined with the September 4 showcase of its 1.6T optical engines for AI and cloud markets, reflects a strategy centered on global visibility and execution. As POET continues shipping samples to key customers and growing partnerships with major players like Mitsubishi Electric, Foxconn, and Luxshare, its stock remains aligned with WealthyVC’s thesis that execution plus validation can drive sustained momentum heading into 2026.
7. AST SpaceMobile (ASTS)
12-Month Change as of September 9: 56.2%
AST SpaceMobile (NASDAQ: ASTS) is building the first space-based cellular broadband network designed to connect directly to everyday mobile phones without additional hardware.
When WealthyVC first analyzed AST SpaceMobile in August 2024, we highlighted the company’s unique technology and game-changing partnerships, particularly with Verizon and AT&T. Those alliances validated ASTS’s disruptive model, giving the stock an early credibility boost. The market responded quickly, with shares surging on each major deal announcement, confirming our view that strategic backing would drive investor confidence.
Catch Up On Our In-Depth Coverage Of ASTS’s Rally.
The momentum only strengthened in 2025. WealthyVC pointed out the significance of the TSMC partnership and ASTS’s ability to secure financing while expanding its satellite constellation. Those catalysts helped the company execute on its ambitious roadmap. Investors rewarded this execution, pushing the stock to new highs and delivering triple-digit gains over 12 months, making it one of the best performers we’ve tracked.
Still, volatility remains part of the story. Recent analyst downgrades and competitive pressure from SpaceX’s Starlink weighed on ASTS shares, showing how sentiment can shift quickly in high-growth sectors. Yet, WealthyVC’s original thesis—that ASTS’s technology and partnerships provide a durable edge—still resonates. For investors with a tolerance for risk, ASTS represents a company capable of reshaping global connectivity and rewarding those who can stomach the ride.
8. Uber Technologies (UBER)
12-Month Change as of September 9: 36.8%
Uber Technologies (NYSE: UBER) is a global mobility platform offering ridesharing, delivery, and growing exposure to autonomous and air mobility solutions.
When WealthyVC covered Uber’s record Q4 2024 earnings, we highlighted both its strong revenue growth and the cautious guidance that temporarily pressured shares. Despite the market’s hesitation, Uber’s fundamentals told a different story—gross bookings and earnings per share were expanding at an accelerated pace. Over the past year, those drivers helped push UBER stock nearly 37% higher, rewarding investors who focused on the long-term narrative rather than short-term sentiment.
Get The Full Context In Our Earlier Earnings Recap On UBER.
As we tracked Uber throughout 2025, WealthyVC noted how partnerships in autonomous driving and air taxis could unlock new revenue streams. That thesis has played out in real time, with Uber announcing integrations with Joby Aviation and Blade Air Mobility. These developments have shifted investor perception, positioning Uber not just as a ridesharing company, but as a future leader in next-generation transport. The stock’s steady climb reflects this broader recognition of Uber’s evolving growth story.
More recently, Uber’s push into luxury delivery partnerships, international robotaxi trials, and its inclusion in Yahoo’s trending tickers list signaled growing market confidence. At WealthyVC, we have consistently argued that Uber’s ability to innovate beyond its core ridesharing business would be the catalyst for long-term shareholder returns. The stock’s 12-month performance confirms that view, proving once again why momentum-driven investors benefit from staying aligned with the fundamentals and the narrative shaping Wall Street’s winners.
9. Webull (BULL)
12-Month Change as of September 9: 18.9%
Webull (NASDAQ: BULL) is a digital brokerage platform rivaling Robinhood and Schwab, catering to retail traders with commission-free stock, options, and crypto trading.
When WealthyVC first spotlighted Webull’s SPAC debut in April, we noted how retail enthusiasm drove shares up nearly 375% in just two days of trading. The parabolic move reflected the same speculative energy that powered Robinhood’s early rise. While that enthusiasm established Webull as one of 2025’s hottest IPOs, we cautioned that sustaining growth in a crowded brokerage market would be the real challenge.
Read The Full Sotry On BULL, As Retail Traders Piled In Following its IPO.
Over the following months, our analysis proved prescient. Webull shares experienced sharp volatility, with corrections tied to earnings disappointments, equity raises, and analyst skepticism about Chinese ties. Yet, as WealthyVC anticipated, the platform’s aggressive product expansion—including event contracts, premium memberships, and international crypto rollouts—helped revive investor confidence. By late summer, headlines of Webull’s reentry into crypto trading in the U.S. and Australia fueled another surge in momentum.
The stock’s rollercoaster over the last 12 months ultimately reinforced WealthyVC’s momentum-driven thesis: narratives, not just fundamentals, shape retail favorites like Webull. While skeptics remain focused on revenue challenges, Webull continues to carve out a niche with traders seeking advanced tools and global access to digital assets. That evolving story has kept BULL firmly in play for risk-tolerant investors who recognize the upside potential in fintech disruptors.
10. Lake Victoria Gold (LVG | LVGLF)
12-Month Change as of September 9: 7.9%
Lake Victoria Gold (TSXV: LVG | OTCQB: LVGLF) is a fully permitted, construction-stage gold company in Tanzania, strategically positioned next to Barrick’s world-class Bulyanhulu mine. With first gold expected soon, the company is drawing increasing investor attention.
When WealthyVC first highlighted Lake Victoria Gold, we pointed out its unique setup: backing from Barrick, financing from Tanzania’s most influential mining magnate, and a construction-ready project at Imwelo. At the time, the stock was trading below $0.20, giving investors an asymmetric opportunity. Over the past year, as the company advanced development and strengthened its strategic position, those early calls proved timely, with shares steadily climbing.
Check Out Our Original Analysis That Framed The LVG’s Narrative.
Recent catalysts have further validated our bullish stance. The company secured updated environmental approvals, launched multi-purpose drill programs at Imwelo, and advanced construction of the Nyati processing plant. These milestones removed key overhangs, making the pathway to production clearer. Investors responded accordingly, driving the stock higher in anticipation of first gold pour and potential re-rating as Lake Victoria transitions from developer to producer.
Perhaps the most powerful narrative driving LVG’s outperformance has been its positioning beside Barrick’s 13.5Moz Bulyanhulu mine. We previously noted that proximity to a major’s producing asset often sets the stage for joint ventures or outright acquisitions. As Barrick ramps up its own 2025 drill campaign nearby, Lake Victoria Gold looks increasingly attractive as both a near-term production story and a long-term M&A candidate. For investors, this remains one of the most compelling junior gold plays in the market.
Conclusion
These results are a powerful reminder that momentum-driven investing works when paired with disciplined research and an eye for narrative inflection points. By combining fundamental analysis with a focus on insider conviction, strategic catalysts, and market psychology, WealthyVC has consistently uncovered stocks that went on to outperform in spectacular fashion. As we look ahead, we remain committed to helping investors cut through the noise, spot tomorrow’s leaders today, and stay one step ahead of Wall Street.
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