Summary of the September 2025 AI Revolution Institutional Report

IVES AI 30 Update: Changes to the AI Revolution List

Dan Ives and the Wedbush research team have updated the IVES AI 30: adding CrowdStrike
(CRWD), Roblox (RBLX), GE Vernova (GEV), and Nebius (NBIS) while removing CyberArk
(CYBR), C3.ai (AI), Adobe (ADBE), and Elastic (ESTC). These changes reflect how AI adoption is
scaling across industries and how new bottlenecks – from grid power to cyberattacks – are
creating derivative beneficiaries.
The update comes as the AI Revolution enters its next gear of growth. Nvidia remains the
anchor for compute, with AMD (Advance Micro Devices) and others supplying critical chips as
GPU (Graphics Processing Unit) demand continues to outstrip supply. Hyperscalers are
leading a wave of cloud and AI momentum, while consumer internet platforms like Amazon,
Alphabet, and Meta stand to benefit as AI capabilities flow into e-commerce, search, and
recommendations. Strength in software earnings underscores how the consumption phase is
accelerating.


Additions to the IVES AI 30

  • CrowdStrike (CRWD): Strong momentum in cybersecurity, with Charlotte AI and data-protection modules driving adoption and deal flow.
  • Roblox (RBLX): AI-driven discovery is improving engagement and monetization, supported by a developer-friendly incentive model.
  • GE Vernova (GEV): Benefiting from data-center electrification and grid management needs as hyperscaler buildouts accelerate.
  • Nebius (NBIS): Expanding capacity to meet robust AI infrastructure demand, which continues to outstrip supply.

Removals from the IVES AI 30

  • C3.ai (AI): Leadership changes and a sales reorganization create near-term headwinds.
  • CyberArk (CYBR): Removed following its acquisition by Palo Alto Networks (PANW), which remains in the AI 30.
  • Adobe (ADBE): Concerns over disruption risk in its product portfolio and a slower- than-expected start to AI integration.
  • Elastic (ESTC): Public-sector softness, though the team remains constructive on the company’s longer-term potential.

Urgency & Opportunity

2025 is shaping up to be an inflection point year for AI spending and use cases. Enterprises are moving from idea to scale, with budgets tilting toward deployments that deliver measurable productivity gains. The second- and third-order effects are now visible at the edge: security, platforms, and the infrastructure that keeps data centers online. Power and electrification are emerging as clear derivative beneficiaries within the Autonomous/Robotics segment, reflecting the real-world constraints of running AI at scale.

Conclusion: The AI30 Evolves With the Revolution

The AI Revolution is no longer just about chips and cloud. Security, consumer platforms, and power infrastructure are now in focus—and that’s reflected in the updated AI30. For investors, professionals, and technologists, the AI30 continues to serve as a roadmap to the companies shaping this generational cycle.

Important Information

This content draws from the September 2025 AI Revolution report by Dan Ives and the Wedbush Research team. Excerpts are used under fair use for educational and informational purposes. All rights reserved to Wedbush Securities Inc.

This material is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice or an offer to buy or sell any security. The views expressed are those of the authors and are subject to change. Investing involves risk, including loss of principal. Past performance is not indicative of future results.

References to specific securities are for illustrative purposes and do not constitute a recommendation.

Latest Discount As of 2/12/2026

Latest Discount As of 12/11/2025

NAV $24.83
Market Price $
Premium (Discount) $-24.83
Premium Discount % -100.00%

Current View 2026 Q1As of 1/31/2026

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What does it mean when the Fund trades at a premium/discount to its NAV?
The primary explanation is that discrepancies can arise as a result of the timing of the calculation of Fund net asset value (NAV) and the trading price of the Fund on the open market. Open market prices are affected by the constant flow of information received by investors, corporations and financial institutions. Depending on how this changing information affects investor sentiment, shares of the Fund may deviate slightly from the value of the Fund’s underlying assets. The NAV of the Fund is only calculated once a day (normally at 4:00 p.m. eastern time). As a result, shareholders may pay more than NAV when they buy Fund shares and receive less than NAV when they sell those shares, because shares are purchased and sold at current market prices. However, due to the creation and redemption process that is unique to ETFs, market makers are able to minimize these deviations from NAV by taking advantage of arbitrage opportunities.

What causes these time differences?
Close of Trading Times. Although both the NAV and the daily market price of the Fund are generally calculated based on prices at the closing time of the exchange (generally 4:00 p.m. eastern time), slight differences in this timing may cause discrepancies.
Time of Last Trade. Trading of the Wedbush Funds generally takes place during normal trading hours (9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. eastern time). However, it is important to note that the last trade – from which the closing price is determined – may not occur at exactly 4:00 p.m. eastern time. Therefore, changing market sentiment during the time difference may cause the NAV to differ from the closing price.
International Holdings. The premiums and discounts for funds with significant holdings in international markets may be less accurate due to the different closing times of various international markets. Because the Funds trade during U.S. market hours while the underlying securities may not, the time lapse between the markets can result in differences between the NAV and the trading price.

Latest Discount As of 2/12/2026

Latest Discount As of 12/11/2025

NAV $30.31
Market Price $30.31
Premium (Discount) $-0.01
Premium Discount % -0.02%

Current View 2026 Q1As of 1/31/2026

Days at Premium 13
Days at NAV 4
Days at Discount 3
Greatest Premium 0.06%
Greatest Discount -0.06%

Latest Discount As of 2/12/2026

Latest Discount As of 1/31/2026

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i View chart Explanation The Premium/Discount chart demonstrates the difference between the daily market price of shares of the Fund and the Fund’s net asset value (NAV). The vertical axis of the chart shows the premium or discount of the daily market price as a percentage of the NAV. The horizontal axis shows each trading day in the time period, and each data point in the chart represents the Premium/Discount on that day. The data presented in the chart and table above represent past performance and cannot be used to predict future results.

What does it mean when the Fund trades at a premium/discount to its NAV?
The primary explanation is that discrepancies can arise as a result of the timing of the calculation of Fund net asset value (NAV) and the trading price of the Fund on the open market. Open market prices are affected by the constant flow of information received by investors, corporations and financial institutions. Depending on how this changing information affects investor sentiment, shares of the Fund may deviate slightly from the value of the Fund’s underlying assets. The NAV of the Fund is only calculated once a day (normally at 4:00 p.m. eastern time). As a result, shareholders may pay more than NAV when they buy Fund shares and receive less than NAV when they sell those shares, because shares are purchased and sold at current market prices. However, due to the creation and redemption process that is unique to ETFs, market makers are able to minimize these deviations from NAV by taking advantage of arbitrage opportunities.

What causes these time differences?
Close of Trading Times. Although both the NAV and the daily market price of the Fund are generally calculated based on prices at the closing time of the exchange (generally 4:00 p.m. eastern time), slight differences in this timing may cause discrepancies.
Time of Last Trade. Trading of the Wedbush Funds generally takes place during normal trading hours (9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. eastern time). However, it is important to note that the last trade – from which the closing price is determined – may not occur at exactly 4:00 p.m. eastern time. Therefore, changing market sentiment during the time difference may cause the NAV to differ from the closing price.
International Holdings. The premiums and discounts for funds with significant holdings in international markets may be less accurate due to the different closing times of various international markets. Because the Funds trade during U.S. market hours while the underlying securities may not, the time lapse between the markets can result in differences between the NAV and the trading price.

Latest Discount As of 2/12/2026

Latest Discount As of 12/11/2025

NAV $24.83
Market Price $0.00
Premium (Discount) $-24.83
Premium Discount % 0.00%

Current View 2025 Q4As of 12/31/2025

Days at Premium 13
Days at NAV 4
Days at Discount 3
Greatest Premium 0.06%
Greatest Discount -0.06%

Latest Discount As of 2/12/2026

Latest Discount As of 12/31/2025

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i View chart Explanation The Premium/Discount chart demonstrates the difference between the daily market price of shares of the Fund and the Fund’s net asset value (NAV). The vertical axis of the chart shows the premium or discount of the daily market price as a percentage of the NAV. The horizontal axis shows each trading day in the time period, and each data point in the chart represents the Premium/Discount on that day. The data presented in the chart and table above represent past performance and cannot be used to predict future results.

What does it mean when the Fund trades at a premium/discount to its NAV?
The primary explanation is that discrepancies can arise as a result of the timing of the calculation of Fund net asset value (NAV) and the trading price of the Fund on the open market. Open market prices are affected by the constant flow of information received by investors, corporations and financial institutions. Depending on how this changing information affects investor sentiment, shares of the Fund may deviate slightly from the value of the Fund’s underlying assets. The NAV of the Fund is only calculated once a day (normally at 4:00 p.m. eastern time). As a result, shareholders may pay more than NAV when they buy Fund shares and receive less than NAV when they sell those shares, because shares are purchased and sold at current market prices. However, due to the creation and redemption process that is unique to ETFs, market makers are able to minimize these deviations from NAV by taking advantage of arbitrage opportunities.

What causes these time differences?
Close of Trading Times. Although both the NAV and the daily market price of the Fund are generally calculated based on prices at the closing time of the exchange (generally 4:00 p.m. eastern time), slight differences in this timing may cause discrepancies.
Time of Last Trade. Trading of the Wedbush Funds generally takes place during normal trading hours (9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. eastern time). However, it is important to note that the last trade – from which the closing price is determined – may not occur at exactly 4:00 p.m. eastern time. Therefore, changing market sentiment during the time difference may cause the NAV to differ from the closing price.
International Holdings. The premiums and discounts for funds with significant holdings in international markets may be less accurate due to the different closing times of various international markets. Because the Funds trade during U.S. market hours while the underlying securities may not, the time lapse between the markets can result in differences between the NAV and the trading price.

Latest Discount As of 2/12/2026

NAV $24.83
Market Price $0.00
Premium (Discount) $-24.83
Premium Discount % 0.00%

Current View 2025 Q2 As of 2/12/2026

Days at Premium 137
Days at NAV 17
Days at Discount 13
Greatest Premium 1.52%
Greatest Discount -0.06%

Latest Discount As of 2/12/2026

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i View chart Explanation The Premium/Discount chart demonstrates the difference between the daily market price of shares of the Fund and the Fund’s net asset value (NAV). The vertical axis of the chart shows the premium or discount of the daily market price as a percentage of the NAV. The horizontal axis shows each trading day in the time period, and each data point in the chart represents the Premium/Discount on that day. The data presented in the chart and table above represent past performance and cannot be used to predict future results.

What does it mean when the Fund trades at a premium/discount to its NAV?
The primary explanation is that discrepancies can arise as a result of the timing of the calculation of Fund net asset value (NAV) and the trading price of the Fund on the open market. Open market prices are affected by the constant flow of information received by investors, corporations and financial institutions. Depending on how this changing information affects investor sentiment, shares of the Fund may deviate slightly from the value of the Fund’s underlying assets. The NAV of the Fund is only calculated once a day (normally at 4:00 p.m. eastern time). As a result, shareholders may pay more than NAV when they buy Fund shares and receive less than NAV when they sell those shares, because shares are purchased and sold at current market prices. However, due to the creation and redemption process that is unique to ETFs, market makers are able to minimize these deviations from NAV by taking advantage of arbitrage opportunities.

What causes these time differences?
Close of Trading Times. Although both the NAV and the daily market price of the Fund are generally calculated based on prices at the closing time of the exchange (generally 4:00 p.m. eastern time), slight differences in this timing may cause discrepancies.
Time of Last Trade. Trading of the Wedbush Funds generally takes place during normal trading hours (9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. eastern time). However, it is important to note that the last trade – from which the closing price is determined – may not occur at exactly 4:00 p.m. eastern time. Therefore, changing market sentiment during the time difference may cause the NAV to differ from the closing price.
International Holdings. The premiums and discounts for funds with significant holdings in international markets may be less accurate due to the different closing times of various international markets. Because the Funds trade during U.S. market hours while the underlying securities may not, the time lapse between the markets can result in differences between the NAV and the trading price.

Distribution History
Ex-Date Record Date Payable Date Amount
2025
12/22/2025 12/22/2025 12/29/2025 $0.13095

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