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LABStandard BioTools Inc.
$1.63
Financials
WATCHLIST
Investment Thesis
LAB 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 78 - needs improvement
- No base pattern
- Wait & watch
Earnings Momentum
Earnings Growing
Price Structure
Aligned UptrendPrice
$1.63
✓→
50 DMA
$1.37
✓→
100 DMA
$1.34
✓→
150 DMA
$1.31
✓→
200 DMA
$1.26
Alignment Score: 4/4✓ Confirmed Uptrend
Why Not BUY Yet?
RS Rating
78 (Top 22%)→>80 (Top 20%)
Pattern
No base forming→VCP or constructive base
Breakout Status
-1.8% from entry ($1.66)→Breakout confirmation (hold above entry)
What Would Change Our Mind?
To turn bullish on LAB, we need:
- RS Rating: >80 (Top 20%)(currently 78 (Top 22%))
- Pattern: VCP or constructive base(currently No base forming)
- Breakout Status: Breakout confirmation (hold above entry)(currently -1.8% from entry ($1.66))
- Breakout Recovery: Price recovers above $1.66(currently -1.8% below entry)
Twin Engines Dashboard
Technical Health
RS Rating
78/99
Top 22% (Need 80+)
Trend
Aligned Uptrend
Above 200 DMA
RSI (14)
57
NEUTRAL
VCP Setup
COOL
Score: 2/9
Volume
2.2M
+20% vs avg
From Entry
-1.8%
$1.66
Fundamental Horsepower
EPS Qtr YoY
-29%
Declining
EPS 3Y CAGR
N/A
Annual Earnings
Revenue Qtr
-57%
DECLINING
F-Score
3/9
Piotroski Quality
ROE
-86%
Return on Equity
EPS Rank
72/99
Percentile
Trade Plan
StrugglingBreakout Date2025-12-1828 days ago
Entry Price$1.66-1.8% since
Trail Stop$1.66Breakeven or 21 EMA
Breakout Quality5/10Normal volume
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$2.14+31.3%
Current$1.63
Support
- 20 DMA$1.45-11.0%
- 50 DMA$1.37-15.8%
- 200 DMA$1.26-22.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is LAB stock a buy now?
LAB 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 LAB?
LAB broke out at $1.66 but is flat/slightly down (-1.8%). Monitor for breakout confirmation before entry.
What is LAB's RS Rating?
LAB has an RS Rating of 78/99, meaning it's in the Top 22% 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.