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BOTJBank of the James Financial Group, Inc.
$18.40
Financials
NEUTRAL
Analysis updated: Jan 16, 2026

Investment Thesis

BOTJ is neither a clear buy nor avoid. RS 71/99, strong earnings. keep it on your radar.

Mixed signals = No edge currently

Key Takeaways

Earnings Momentum

-22%
Q4'24
$0.36
-60%
Q1'25
$0.19
+28%
Q2'25
$0.60
+39%
Q3'25
$0.61
Earnings Declining

Price Structure

Aligned Uptrend
Price
$18.40
✓
→
50 DMA
$17.82
✓
→
100 DMA
$16.75
✓
→
150 DMA
$15.84
✓
→
200 DMA
$15.40
Alignment Score: 4/4✓ Confirmed Uptrend

BOTJ Price Chart

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50 DMA150 DMA200 DMA

Why Not BUY Yet?

RS Rating
71 (Top 29%)→>80 (Top 20%)
Breakout Status
-1.8% from entry ($18.73)→Breakout confirmation (hold above entry)

What Would Change Our Mind?

To turn bullish on BOTJ, we need:

Twin Engines Dashboard

Technical Health

RS Rating
71/99
Top 29% (Need 80+)
Trend
Aligned Uptrend
Above 200 DMA
RSI (14)
58
NEUTRAL
VCP Setup
HOT
Score: 9/9
Volume
1K
-54% vs avg
From Entry
-1.8%
$18.73

Fundamental Horsepower

EPS Qtr YoY
+39%
Accelerating
EPS 3Y CAGR
+3%
Annual Earnings
Revenue Qtr
N/A
NO DATA
F-Score
6/9
Piotroski Quality
ROE
13%
Return on Equity
EPS Rank
40/99
Percentile

Trade Plan

Struggling

Broke out 1 month ago — now -1.8% from entry.

Below entry. Consider cutting losses or wait for reclaim of $18.73.

Breakout Date2025-12-1730 days ago
Entry Price$18.73-1.8% since
Trail Stop$18.73Breakeven or 21 EMA
Breakout Quality5/10Normal volume

If/Then Playbook

IF: RS Rating improves to >80
THEN: Re-evaluate for potential
IF: EPS growth accelerates next quarter
THEN: Check for developing setup
IF: VCP pattern begins forming
THEN: Add to watchlist if RS also improving
IF: Price breaks below 200 DMA
THEN: Remove from radar

Key Price Levels

Resistance

  • 52W High$18.75+1.9%
  • Pivot$18.75+1.9%
Current$18.40

Support

  • 20 DMA$18.38-0.1%
  • 50 DMA$17.82-3.1%
  • 200 DMA$15.40-16.3%

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is BOTJ stock a buy now?

BOTJ is neither a clear buy nor avoid. RS 71/99, strong earnings. keep it on your radar.

What is the buy point for BOTJ?

BOTJ broke out at $18.73 but is flat/slightly down (-1.8%). Monitor for breakout confirmation before entry.

What is BOTJ's RS Rating?

BOTJ has an RS Rating of 71/99, meaning it's in the Top 29% 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.