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Based on good technical signals, BAKER HUGHES CO (NASDAQ:BKR) is potentially setting up for a breakout.

By Mill Chart

Last update: Apr 1, 2025

BAKER HUGHES CO (NASDAQ:BKR) was identified as a Technical Breakout Setup Pattern by our stockscreener. Such a pattern occurs when we see a pause in a strong uptrend: after a strong rise the stock is consolidating a bit and at some point the trend may be continued. Whether this actually happens can not be predicted of course, but it may be a good idea to keep and eye on NASDAQ:BKR.


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Insights from Technical Analysis

ChartMill utilizes a proprietary algorithm to assign a Technical Rating to every stock. This rating, ranging from 0 to 10, is computed daily by analyzing a variety of technical indicators and properties.

Taking everything into account, BKR scores 8 out of 10 in our technical rating. This is due to a consistent overall performance, although we see some doubts in the very recent evolution. In the medium time frame things are still looking good.

  • The long term trend is positive and the short term trend is neutral. The long term trend may just continue or reversal may be around the corner!
  • Looking at the yearly performance, BKR did better than 88% of all other stocks. We also observe that the gains produced by BKR over the past year are nicely spread over this period.
  • BKR is part of the Energy Equipment & Services industry. There are 62 other stocks in this industry. BKR outperforms 96% of them.
  • BKR is currently trading in the middle of its 52 week range. This is in line with the S&P500 Index, which is also trading in the middle of its range.
  • In the last month BKR has a been trading in the 40.50 - 45.36 range, which is quite wide. It is currently trading in the middle of this range, so some resistance may be found above.

For an up to date full technical analysis you can check the technical report of BKR

Looking at the Setup

In addition to the Technical Rating, ChartMill provides a Setup Rating for each stock. This rating, ranging from 0 to 10, assesses the level of consolidation in the stock based on multiple short-term technical indicators. Currently, BKR has a 7 as its setup rating, indicating its current consolidation status.

BKR has an excellent technical rating and also presents a decent setup pattern. Prices have been consolidating lately. There is a support zone below the current price at 43.76, a Stop Loss order could be placed below this zone.

How to trade BKR?

For a potential trade one would typically wait until the stock breaks out of the consolidation zone to enter the stock and it could be sold again for a loss when it would fall back below the zone.

This article should in no way be interpreted as trading advice. You should always make your own analysis and trade or not trade based on your own observations and style. The article is based purely on some technical observations.

Our Breakout screener lists more breakout setups and is updated daily.

Disclaimer

This is not investing advice! The article highlights some of the observations at the time of writing, but you should always make your own analysis and invest based on your own insights.

BAKER HUGHES CO

NASDAQ:BKR (5/21/2025, 4:30:01 PM)

After market: 36.69 +0.04 (+0.11%)

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