Trilogy Metals (TMQ) experienced a sharp 9.44% decline in pre-market trading on Wednesday, continuing the downward trend that began in after-hours trading on Tuesday. This significant drop comes on the heels of an extraordinary rally that saw the company's stock price soar over 400% in recent days.

The recent volatility in Trilogy Metals' stock can be traced back to the October 6 announcement of a substantial investment from the U.S. Department of Defense. The DoD committed $35.6 million for an estimated 10% ownership stake in the company, supporting Trilogy's operations in Alaska's Ambler mining district. This news initially propelled the stock to new heights, with shares hitting a 52-week high of $11.29 during Tuesday's regular trading session.

However, the euphoria appears to have quickly waned. After surging 61.59% during regular trading hours on Tuesday, the stock experienced a sharp 14.34% decline in after-hours trading, followed by the current pre-market plunge. Market analysts suggest this reversal could be attributed to profit-taking by investors following the meteoric rise, as well as a market correction after such a significant and rapid price increase. The continued sell-off indicates that investors are reassessing the stock's valuation in light of its recent extraordinary gains.