F5 INC (FFIV) Technical Analysis
NASDAQ:FFIV • US3156161024
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FFIV Technical Rating and Analysis
Overall FFIV gets a technical rating of 7 out of 10. In the last year, FFIV was an average performer in the market. There are positive signs in the very recent evolution, but the medium term picture is still mixed.
- FFIV is one of the lesser performing stocks in the Communications Equipment industry. 65% of 48 stocks in the same industry do better.
- The long and short term trends are both positive. This is looking good!
- In the last month FFIV has a been trading in the 266.08 - 295.51 range, which is quite wide. It is currently trading near the high of this range.
- When comparing the yearly performance of all stocks, we notice that FFIV is one of the better performing stocks in the market, outperforming 71% of all stocks. However, this overall performance is mostly based on the strong move around 10 months ago.
- FFIV 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 FFIV is lagging the market slightly.
- Volume is considerably higher in the last couple of days.
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FFIV Setup Rating and Analysis
FFIV has an excellent technical rating and also presents a decent setup pattern. Prices have been consolidating lately. There is a resistance zone just above the current price starting at 292.30. Right above this resistance zone may be a good entry point. There is a support zone below the current price at 286.39, a Stop Loss order could be placed below this zone. Another positive sign is the recent Pocket Pivot signal.
- A Pocket Pivot is a price/volume accumulation pattern. A Pocket Pivot occurs when price moves up with volume higher than the maximum down volume registered in the previous 10 days.
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FFIV Support and Resistance Analysis
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We found 4 important support areas.
- A support zone ranging from 276.98 to 286.39. This zone is formed by a combination of multiple trend lines and important moving averages in multiple time frames.
- A support zone ranging from 269.93 to 271.35. This zone is formed by a combination of multiple trend lines in multiple time frames.
- A support zone ranging from 251.34 to 256.07. This zone is formed by a combination of multiple trend lines in multiple time frames.
- Support @239.92 from a trend line in the weekly time frame.
We found 1 important resistance area.
- A resistance zone ranging from 292.30 to 292.31. This zone is formed by a combination of multiple trend lines in the daily time frame.
FFIV Technical Indicator Signal Analysis
The Technical Rating and Setup analysis above combine different indicators and trends in different timeframes. Individual signals from indicators may give more contradictive signals and should always be interpreted in the more global context.
| Indicator | Value | Signal | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|
| ChartMill Long Term Trend Indicator | UP | POSITIVE | The long term trend for FFIV is up. |
| ChartMill Short Term Trend Indicator | UP | POSITIVE | The short term trend for FFIV is up. |
| ChartMill Relative Strength | 71.44 | POSITIVE | FFIV has a high relative strength, it outperformed 71.44% off all stocks on the market. |
| Simple Moving Average/SMA (20) | UP | POSITIVE | The current price of FFIV is above the rising SMA(20). |
| Simple Moving Average/SMA (50) | UP | POSITIVE | The current price of FFIV is above the rising SMA(50). |
| Simple Moving Average/SMA (200) | DOWN | MIXED | The current price of FFIV is above a declining SMA(200). |
| Relative Strength Index/RSI (14) | 56.22 | NEUTRAL | The RSI value for FFIV is a neutral value. |
| Moving Average Convergence Divergence/MACD (12, 26, 9) | -0.02 | NEGATIVE | The MACD value suggests FFIV has a negative trend, although the MACD value is rising. |
| Stochastics (14,3) | 71.26 | NEUTRAL | The Stochastics value for FFIV is a neutral value. |
| Average True Range in percent/ATR (20) | 3.24 | MEDIUM VOLATILITY | The ATR as a percentage value for FFIV suggests some volalility. |
| Average Directional Index/ADX (14) | 14.24 | NEGATIVE | The low ADX value for FFIV suggests a weak or negative trend. |
FFIV Chart- and CandleStick Pattern Analysis
FFIV Example Setup
Important!: this is just an example which is fully automatically generated based on the analysis above and should in no way be interpreted as a suggestion. Always make your own analysis and determine your own entry and exit points.
| ENTRY | EXIT | DISTANCE | CAPITAL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 292.32 | 279.36 | 12.96 (4.43%) | 22.56% |
| An entry @292.32. This is a Buy Stop order right above the resistance zone. | An exit @279.36. This is a Stop Loss order right below the 10 day low. | The trade has a worst case loss of 12.96 points, which is 4.43%. | When investing 22.56% of your capital in this trade, your total portfolio risk will be 1.00%. |
- The distance between exit and entry is rather small compared to the average daily movement of FFIV. Please evaluate whether better entry and exit points can be found.
- The generated setup is based on the nearest support and resistance areas. If you are looking for a more long term trade, probably a wider stop is advisable.
- This trade setup was generated fully automatically and should not be interpreted as trading advice. Always check the related news for upcoming earnings or other events. Make your own analysis and trade at your own responsibility.
FFIV Technicals: Chart, Performance Metrics, Trend & Indicators
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F5 INC / FFIV TA FAQ
What is the ChartMill technical rating of F5 INC (FFIV) stock?
ChartMill assigns a technical rating of 7 / 10 to FFIV.
Can you provide the trend direction for F5 INC?
The current trend direction for F5 INC (FFIV) is Bullish.
Can you provide the RSI signal for F5 INC?
F5 INC (FFIV) has an RSI value of 56.2206. This indicates that the stock is currently neutral.
What is the buy/sell signal for F5 INC (FFIV) stock?
The buy/sell signal for F5 INC (FFIV) is buy as both the short term and long term trends are positive.
What are the support and resistance levels for F5 INC (FFIV) stock?
F5 INC (FFIV) has a support level at 286.39 and a resistance level at 292.3. Check the full technical report for our detailed analysis of FFIV support and resistance levels.