Will OCCIDENTAL PETROLEUM CORP breakout?

Our stock screener has flagged OCCIDENTAL PETROLEUM CORP (NYSE:OXY) as a potential breakout candidate. This occurs when the stock shows signs of consolidation after a notable upward trend. While we can't predict the actual breakout, it's worth monitoring NYSE:OXY for potential movement.

Technical analysis of NYSE:OXY

As part of its analysis, ChartMill provides a comprehensive Technical Rating for each stock. This rating, ranging from 0 to 10, is updated on a daily basis and is based on the evaluation of various technical indicators and properties.

Taking everything into account, OXY scores 8 out of 10 in our technical rating. This is due to a decent performance in both the short and medium term time frames. Compared to the overall market, OXY is only an average performer.

• The long and short term trends are both positive. This is looking good!
• When compared to the yearly performance of all other stocks, OXY outperforms 49% of them, which is more or less in line with the market.
• OXY is currently trading in the middle of its 52 week range. The S&P500 Index however is trading in the upper part of its 52 week range, so OXY is lagging the market slightly.
• In the last month OXY has a been trading in the 60.03 - 66.03 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 OXY

Why is NYSE:OXY a setup?

Besides the Technical Rating, ChartMill assigns a Setup Rating to every stock to determine the degree of consolidation. This rating, ranging from 0 to 10, is updated daily and evaluates various short-term technical indicators. NYSE:OXY currently holds a 9 as its setup rating, suggesting a particular level of consolidation in the stock.

OXY has an excellent technical rating and also presents a decent setup pattern. Prices have been consolidating lately. A pullback is taking place, which may present a nice opportunity for an entry. There is a resistance zone just above the current price starting at 65.18. Right above this resistance zone may be a good entry point. There is a support zone below the current price at 61.80, a Stop Loss order could be placed below this zone. Very recently a Pocket Pivot signal was observed. This is another positive sign.

How can NYSE:OXY be traded?

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.

Of course, there are many ways to trade or not trade NYSE:OXY and this article should in no way be interpreted as trading advice. The article is purely based on an automated technical analysis and just points out the technical observations. Always make your own analysis and trade at your own responsibility.

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Keep in mind

This article should in no way be interpreted as advice in any way. The article is based on the observed metrics at the time of writing, but you should always make your own analysis and trade or invest at your own responsibility.