GALAPAGOS NV-SPON ADR (GLPG) Stock Technical Analysis

USA • Nasdaq • NASDAQ:GLPG • US36315X1019

33.88 USD
-0.25 (-0.73%)
Last: Jan 30, 2026, 08:00 PM
Technical Rating and Analysis

10

We assign a technical rating of 10 out of 10 to GLPG. Both in the recent history as in the last year, GLPG has proven to be a steady performer, scoring decent points in every aspect analyzed.

  • Both the short term and long term trends are positive. This is a very positive sign.
  • Looking at the yearly performance, GLPG did better than 86% of all other stocks. We also observe that the gains produced by GLPG over the past year are nicely spread over this period.
  • GLPG is part of the Biotechnology industry. There are 525 other stocks in this industry. GLPG outperforms 71% of them.
  • GLPG is currently trading in the upper part of its 52 week range. The S&P500 Index however is currently trading near a new high, so GLPG is lagging the market slightly.
  • In the last month GLPG has a been trading in the 31.71 - 35.06 range, which is quite wide. It is currently trading in the middle of this range, so some resistance may be found above.
Weekly and Daily overview Charts
GALAPAGOS NV-SPON ADR / GLPG Weekly stock chart
GALAPAGOS NV-SPON ADR / GLPG Daily stock chart
Setup Rating and Analysis

7

Besides having an excellent technical rating, GLPG also presents a decent setup pattern. We see reduced volatility while prices have been consolidating in the most recent period. A pullback is taking place, which may present a nice opportunity for an entry. There is a support zone below the current price at 33.62, a Stop Loss order could be placed below this zone.

Support and Resistance Analysis

29.58

34.88

When analyzing the support we can see 2 important areas.

  • A support zone ranging from 32.16 to 33.62. This zone is formed by a combination of multiple trend lines and important moving averages in multiple time frames.
  • A support zone ranging from 29.88 to 30.65. This zone is formed by a combination of multiple trend lines in multiple time frames.

When analyzing the resistance we notice one important area.

  • A resistance zone ranging from 34.06 to 34.53. This zone is formed by a combination of multiple trend lines and important moving averages in the daily time frame.
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.

IndicatorValueSignalComment
ChartMill Long Term Trend IndicatorUPPOSITIVEThe long term trend for GLPG is up.
ChartMill Short Term Trend IndicatorUPPOSITIVEThe short term trend for GLPG is up.
ChartMill Relative Strength86.69POSITIVEGLPG has a high relative strength, it outperformed 86.69% off all stocks on the market.
Simple Moving Average/SMA (20)UPPOSITIVEThe current price of GLPG is above the rising SMA(20).
Simple Moving Average/SMA (50)UPPOSITIVEThe current price of GLPG is above the rising SMA(50).
Simple Moving Average/SMA (200)UPPOSITIVEThe current price of GLPG is above the rising SMA(200).
Relative Strength Index/RSI (14)56.44NEUTRALThe RSI value for GLPG is a neutral value.
Moving Average Convergence Divergence/MACD (12, 26, 9)-0.02NEGATIVEThe MACD value suggests GLPG has a negative trend.
Stochastics (14,3)65.07NEUTRALThe Stochastics value for GLPG is a neutral value.
Average True Range in percent/ATR (20)2.26MEDIUM VOLATILITYThe ATR as a percentage value for GLPG suggests some volalility.
Average Directional Index/ADX (14)12.61NEGATIVEThe low ADX value for GLPG suggests a weak or negative trend.
Chart- and CandleStick Pattern Analysis
Daily CandleStick Patterns
Bullish Engulfing (D)
Bullish Hammer (D)
Bearish Inverted Hammer (D)
Hanging Man (D)
Bullish Harami (D)
Doji (D)
Gravestone Doji (D)
DragonFly Doji (D)
Bearish Engulfing (D)
Bearish Shooting Star (D)
Bearish Harami (D)
Inside Bar (D)
Red Dog Reversal Down (D)
Red Dog Reversal Up (D)
Dark Cloud Cover (D)
Weekly CandleStick Patterns
Bullish Engulfing (W)
Bullish Hammer (W)
Bearish Inverted Hammer (W)
Hanging Man (W)
Bullish Harami (W)
Doji (W)
Gravestone Doji (W)
DragonFly Doji (W)
Bearish Engulfing (W)
Bearish Shooting Star (W)
Bearish Harami (W)
Inside Bar (W)
Dark Cloud Cover (W)
Daily Chart Patterns
Bull Flag
Bear Flag
Ascending Triangle (D)
Descending Triangle (D)
Symmetrical Triangle (D)
Squeeze
Channel (D)
Channel Up (D)
Channel Down (D)
Rising Wedge (D)
Falling Wedge (D)
Double Bottom (D)
Multiple Bottom (D)
Double Top (D)
Multiple Top (D)
Weekly Chart Patterns
Weekly Bull Flag
Weekly Bear Flag
Squeeze Week
Channel (W)
Double Bottom (W)
Multiple Bottom (W)
Double Top (W)
Multiple Top (W)
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.

ENTRYEXITDISTANCECAPITAL
34.5432.122.42 (7.01%)14.27%
An entry @34.54. This is a Buy Stop order right above the resistance zone.An exit @32.12. This is a Stop Loss order right below the 10 day low.The trade has a worst case loss of 2.42 points, which is 7.01%.For a 1.00% total portfolio risk, you can invest 14.27% of your capital in this trade.

  • 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.
GALAPAGOS NV-SPON ADR / GLPG Daily stock chart

GALAPAGOS NV-SPON ADR

NASDAQ:GLPG (1/30/2026, 8:00:01 PM)

33.88

-0.25 (-0.73%)

Chartmill TA Rating
Chartmill Setup Rating
Sector
GICS SectorHealth Care
GICS IndustryBiotechnology
Performance
% Chg-0.73%
1 Week-1.51%
2 Weeks-0.44%
1 Month3.61%
3 Month6.61%
6 Month3.58%
12 Month47.3%
2 Year-9.82%
3 Year-23.3%
5 Year-67.52%
10 Year-30.74%
15 YearN/A
Volatility
ATR(14)0.74
ATR(20)%2.26%
ATR Inc-21.55%
Range Today0.71
ADR(20)0.73
ADR(20)%2.14%
Trend & SMA
ST Trend
LT Trend
SMA(5)
SMA(10)
SMA(20)
SMA(50)
SMA(100)
SMA(200)
Relative Strength & Ranges
CRS86.69
3 months CRS71.88
6 months CRS46.48
Mansfield0.24
10 Day High35.06
10 Day Low32.13
20 Day High35.06
20 Day Low31.71
52 Week High37.78
52 Week Low22.36
CS1 End33.62
CR1 Start34.06
Volume & EV
DER(3)-2.7%
DER(5)-2.91%
Volume95.50K
Volume Incr-42.31%
Vol(5)71.66K
Vol(50)104.22K

GALAPAGOS NV-SPON ADR / GLPG FAQ

What is the technical rating for GLPG stock?

ChartMill assigns a technical rating of 10 / 10 to GLPG.


Can you provide the trend direction for GALAPAGOS NV-SPON ADR?

The current trend direction for GALAPAGOS NV-SPON ADR (GLPG) is Bullish.


What is the RSI signal for GLPG stock?

GALAPAGOS NV-SPON ADR (GLPG) has an RSI value of 56.4396. This indicates that the stock is currently neutral.


What is the buy/sell signal for GLPG stock?

The buy/sell signal for GALAPAGOS NV-SPON ADR (GLPG) is buy as both the short term and long term trends are positive.


What are the support and resistance levels for GALAPAGOS NV-SPON ADR (GLPG) stock?

GALAPAGOS NV-SPON ADR (GLPG) has a support level at 33.62 and a resistance level at 34.06. Check the full technical report for our detailed analysis of GLPG support and resistance levels.