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LLYEli Lilly and Company
$1077.19
Financials
WATCHLIST
Analysis updated: Jan 14, 2026

Investment Thesis

LLY has elite growth earnings but broke out 2 month(s) ago at $896.53. Now +20% extended - wait for pullback. Set a price alert and revisit when conditions improve.

Elite earnings but entry missed - wait for setup

Key Takeaways

Earnings Momentum

+102%
Q4'24
$4.88
+23%
Q1'25
$3.06
+92%
Q2'25
$6.29
+480%
Q3'25
$6.21
Earnings Accelerating

Price Structure

Aligned Uptrend
Price
$1077.19
50 DMA
$1032.76
100 DMA
$905.10
150 DMA
$856.73
200 DMA
$836.26
Alignment Score: 4/4✓ Confirmed Uptrend

LLY Price Chart

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50 DMA150 DMA200 DMA

Why Not BUY Yet?

RS Rating
79 (Top 21%)>80 (Top 20%)
Pattern
No base formingVCP or constructive base
Entry Point
Broke out 2mo ago, now +20%Wait for pullback or new base

What Would Change Our Mind?

To turn bullish on LLY, we need:

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Technical Health

RS Rating
79/99
Top 21% (Need 80+)
Trend
Aligned Uptrend
Above 200 DMA
RSI (14)
56
NEUTRAL
VCP Setup
COOL
Score: 4/9
Volume
2.2M
-37% vs avg
From Entry
+20.2%
$896.53

Fundamental Horsepower

EPS Qtr YoY
+480%
Accelerating
EPS 3Y CAGR
+26%
Annual Earnings
Revenue Qtr
+54%
Accelerating
F-Score
6/9
Piotroski Quality
ROE
84%
Return on Equity
EPS Rank
88/99
Percentile

Trade Plan

Extended

Broke out 2 months ago at $896.53 — now +20% extended.

Wait for deep pullback to $1075.03 - $1064.65 (10-21 EMA) or new base formation.

Breakout Date2025-11-0372 days ago
Entry Was$896.53Breakout price
Gain Since+20%From entry
Wait For$1075.03 - $1064.65 (10-21 EMA)Deep pullback zone

If/Then Playbook

IF: RS Rating improves to >85
THEN: Upgrade to PRIORITY WATCHLIST
IF: Deep pullback to 50 DMA or 10/21 EMA
THEN: Consider adding (original entry was $896.53)
IF: New VCP base forms after consolidation
THEN: Re-evaluate for fresh breakout entry
IF: RS Rating drops below 60
THEN: Remove from watchlist - momentum failing
IF: Next earnings confirms >40% EPS growth
THEN: Maintain high priority status

Key Price Levels

Resistance

  • 52W High$1133.95+5.3%
Current$1077.19

Support

  • 20 DMA$1071.29-0.5%
  • 50 DMA$1032.76-4.1%
  • 200 DMA$836.26-22.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

Is LLY stock a buy now?

LLY has elite growth earnings but broke out 2 month(s) ago at $896.53. Now +20% extended - wait for pullback. Set a price alert and revisit when conditions improve.

What is the buy point for LLY?

LLY broke out at $896.53 2 month(s) ago and is now +20% extended. Wait for a pullback to the 21 EMA or a new base pattern.

What is LLY's RS Rating?

LLY has an RS Rating of 79/99, meaning it's in the Top 21% 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.