On Monday, Microchip Technology (MCHP) stock received a positive adjustment to its Relative Strength (RS) Rating, moving from 67 to 76. This exclusive rating, given by Investor’s Business Daily, ranges from 1 to 99 and is used to track market leadership. The rating reflects a stock’s price performance over the past 52 weeks compared to all other stocks in the database. According to decades of market research, the best stocks typically have an RS Rating of above 80 in the early stages of a move. Investors are encouraged to monitor Microchip Technology stock to see if it can maintain its renewed price strength and pass this threshold.
When investing in stocks during both bull and bear markets, it’s essential to take a cautious approach. Microchip Technology previously broke out but has since fallen below the previous entry point of 94.19 from a flat base. If a stock surpasses a buy point but then drops 7% or more below that entry price, it is considered a failed base. Investors should wait for the stock to form a new pattern and breakout before considering it again. It’s also important to note that the most recent consolidation for the stock is a later-stage base, which typically carries higher risk.
In its most recent quarter, Microchip Technology saw negative growth in both sales and earnings. The company is expected to release its next quarterly report around May 6. With a No. 5 ranking among its industry peers in the Electronics-Semiconductor Manufacturing sector, Microchip Technology stock is closely watched. The top-ranked stock in this group is Taiwan Semiconductor ADR (TSM). For more industry news, investors can refer to “Chip Stocks To Watch And Semiconductor Industry News.”
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