Each week, we review the top three AI-related stocks that delivered the strongest performance in the previous week (Aug 12–16, 2025). These highlights provide an overview of how they are doing, why they stand out, and the risks to keep in mind. This is not investment advice, just a way to follow the trends in AI stocks.

📊 Cerence Inc. (CRNC)

Company Name (Ticker Symbol): Cerence Inc. (NASDAQGS:CRNC)
Sector / Industry: Technology / Automotive AI Software
AI Stack Layer: Application & Edge
Market Cap: Not provided
Weekly Performance: +27.1%
YTD Performance: +50.7%
Profitability: ❌ Not profitable

AIIP Scores: Total: 60 / 100 | RS: 96 / 100
Ranking Status: 📈 Momentum

🧠 What the Company Does
Cerence Inc. develops conversational AI software for cars, enabling natural voice and multimodal interactions. Its technology, including CaLLM™, enhances in-car experiences and infotainment systems, and is used by major automakers worldwide.

💡 Why It Stands Out
Cerence has demonstrated strong price momentum, with an RS Score of 96 and YTD performance of +50.7%. Recent earnings also exceeded guidance, reinforcing market enthusiasm.

📊 Technical View
CRNC remains in an uptrend and is currently sitting at its daily EMA 5. The stock briefly broke above its parallel channel but has since pulled back and is now trading back below that breakout level, showing possible near-term resistance.

⚠️ Risks
The company’s Total Score of 60 falls below the Watchlist threshold, reflecting weaker fundamentals in growth (60), financial quality (45), and profitability. Dependence on the automotive sector also adds cyclical exposure.

📊 Tempus AI, Inc. (TEM)

Company Name (Ticker Symbol): Tempus AI, Inc. (NASDAQGS:TEM)
Sector / Industry: Healthcare / AI-enabled Precision Medicine
AI Stack Layer: Application & Edge, Data & Integration
Market Cap: Not provided
Weekly Performance: +21.3%
YTD Performance: +118.5%
Profitability: ❌ Not profitable

AIIP Scores: Total: 71 / 100 | RS: 72 / 100
Ranking Status: 📊 Fundamental (OFF the Watchlist)

🧠 What the Company Does
Tempus AI applies AI to healthcare, with platforms that predict treatments, match patients to clinical trials, and enable earlier disease diagnosis. It partners with leading academic medical centers and pharmaceutical companies, and recently received FDA clearance for its AI-based ECG algorithm.

💡 Why It Stands Out
Tempus has strong fundamentals with a Total Score of 71 and exceptional YTD performance of +118.5%. Its data-driven approach and regulatory progress highlight significant innovation.

📊 Technical View
TEM remains in an uptrend, trading above its daily and weekly EMAs. The stock is testing the highs of 2024 and is now about $10 away from reclaiming its 2025 peak, a level that may act as the next resistance zone.

⚠️ Risks
While fundamentals are solid, its RS Score of 72 falls short of Watchlist status. Low financial quality (25), a valuation score of 0, and lack of profitability remain key concerns.

📊 Intel Corporation (INTC)

Company Name (Ticker Symbol): Intel Corporation (NASDAQGS:INTC)
Sector / Industry: Technology / Semiconductors
AI Stack Layer: Hardware & Infrastructure
Market Cap: Not provided
Weekly Performance: +18.9%
YTD Performance: +22.5%
Profitability: ❌ Not profitable

AIIP Scores: Total: 35 / 100 | RS: 54 / 100
Ranking Status: Not ranked in AIIP Watchlist

🧠 What the Company Does
Intel is a leading semiconductor company, designing and manufacturing chips that power computing and AI systems. With decades of innovation, it remains a key player in global technology infrastructure.

💡 Why It Stands Out
Despite lower AIIP rankings, Intel has delivered a +22.5% YTD return and remains strategically important in the semiconductor industry.

📊 Technical View
INTC is trading above its EMAs but remains largely range-bound between $19 and $26. Until it breaks out of this channel, price action suggests consolidation rather than a clear trend.

⚠️ Risks
Intel’s low Total Score (35) and RS Score (54) highlight weaker fundamentals compared to AI peers. Profitability remains negative, with low financial quality (25) and modest growth (35).

🏁 Final Thought

This week’s highlights reflect the diversity within the AI sector. Cerence and Tempus showcase rapid innovation and strong momentum but face challenges around profitability and financial stability. Intel, while more stable and established, lags behind in AI-specific strength and relative performance. Together, these examples illustrate the trade-offs between growth potential, market momentum, and fundamental resilience in today’s AI landscape.

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_{Disclaimer - This content is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice, personal recommendations, or an invitation to engage in any investment activity. The information presented is derived from publicly available sources and should not be solely relied upon for making investment decisions. Always consult with a qualified financial professional before making investment choices. Past performance is not a guide to future performance.}

_{*Methodology & Scores - All scores are proprietary and calculated using data from Finbox (powered by S&P Global Intelligence). Total Score combines metrics for Sales and EPS Growth, Financial Quality, and Valuation, to assess overall business strength (out of 100). Relative Strength (RS) Score measures a stock’s price performance relative to the AI universe (173 AI-focused public companies). Ranking Status is assigned based on score combinations: Fundamental: Total Score ≥ 70, RS < 80. Momentum: RS ≥ 80, Total Score < 70. Watchlist: Total Score ≥ 70 and RS ≥ 80.}