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APAAPA Corporation
$25.72
Financials
WATCHLIST
Investment Thesis
APA has STRONG fundamentals but no low-risk entry point yet. Watch for base formation or pullback entry. Set a price alert and revisit when conditions improve.
Good earnings but no pattern = Wait for setup
Key Takeaways
- Earnings strong
- RS 73 - needs improvement
- No base pattern
- Wait & watch
Earnings Momentum
Earnings Accelerating
Price Structure
Aligned UptrendPrice
$25.72
✓→
50 DMA
$24.63
✓→
100 DMA
$23.97
✓→
150 DMA
$22.46
✓→
200 DMA
$21.08
Alignment Score: 4/4✓ Confirmed Uptrend
Why Not BUY Yet?
RS Rating
73 (Top 27%)→>80 (Top 20%)
Pattern
No base forming→VCP or constructive base
Breakout Status
-3.2% from entry ($26.57)→Breakout confirmation (hold above entry)
What Would Change Our Mind?
To turn bullish on APA, we need:
- RS Rating: >80 (Top 20%)(currently 73 (Top 27%))
- Pattern: VCP or constructive base(currently No base forming)
- Breakout Status: Breakout confirmation (hold above entry)(currently -3.2% from entry ($26.57))
- Breakout Recovery: Price recovers above $26.57(currently -3.2% below entry)
Twin Engines Dashboard
Technical Health
RS Rating
73/99
Top 27% (Need 80+)
Trend
Aligned Uptrend
Above 200 DMA
RSI (14)
52
NEUTRAL
VCP Setup
COOL
Score: 5/9
Volume
5.7M
-5% vs avg
From Entry
-3.2%
$26.57
Fundamental Horsepower
EPS Qtr YoY
+195%
Accelerating
EPS 3Y CAGR
-4%
Annual Earnings
Revenue Qtr
-16%
DECLINING
F-Score
5/9
Piotroski Quality
ROE
16%
Return on Equity
EPS Rank
26/99
Percentile
Trade Plan
StrugglingBreakout Date2025-12-0342 days ago
Entry Was$26.57Breakout price
Loss Since-3%From entry
Wait For$26.57Reclaim entry or new base
If/Then Playbook
IF: Stock begins forming a base (pullback 10-20%)
THEN: Add to active watch for VCP development
IF: Pullback to 20 DMA or 10 EMA
THEN: Consider low-risk add on bounce
IF: VCP pattern develops (base tightens)
THEN: Calculate pivot and prepare trade plan
IF: Price drops >20% from highs
THEN: Watch for Stage 2 breakdown
IF: Next earnings confirms growth acceleration
THEN: Maintain on priority list
Key Price Levels
Resistance
- 52W High$27.72+7.8%
Current$25.72
Support
- 50 DMA$24.63-4.2%
- 20 DMA$24.60-4.3%
- 200 DMA$21.08-18.0%
More APA Analysis
Frequently Asked Questions
Is APA stock a buy now?
APA has STRONG fundamentals but no low-risk entry point yet. Watch for base formation or pullback entry. Set a price alert and revisit when conditions improve.
What is the buy point for APA?
APA broke out at $26.57 1 month(s) ago but is now -3% below entry. Wait for new base pattern.
What is APA's RS Rating?
APA has an RS Rating of 73/99, meaning it's in the Top 27% of all stocks for relative price performance over the past 12 months. Minervini recommends RS 80+ for momentum trades.
Important Disclosure: This analysis is for educational and informational purposes only. Technical and fundamental indicators are based on historical data and do not guarantee future performance. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Always conduct your own research and consult with a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.