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MCKMcKesson Corporation
$844.13
Financials
WATCHLIST
Analysis updated: Jan 16, 2026

Investment Thesis

MCK has SUPER PERFORMER 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 Momentum

+57%
Q3'25
$6.94
+67%
Q4'25
$10.01
-11%
Q1'26
$6.25
+380%
Q2'26
$8.92
Earnings Accelerating

Price Structure

Aligned Uptrend
Price
$844.13
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50 DMA
$834.29
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100 DMA
$789.15
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150 DMA
$761.75
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200 DMA
$746.61
Alignment Score: 4/4✓ Confirmed Uptrend

MCK Price Chart

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50 DMA150 DMA200 DMA

Why Not BUY Yet?

RS Rating
58 (Top 42%)→>80 (Top 20%)
Pattern
No base forming→VCP or constructive base

What Would Change Our Mind?

To turn bullish on MCK, we need:

Twin Engines Dashboard

Technical Health

RS Rating
58/99
Top 42% (Need 80+)
Trend
Aligned Uptrend
Above 200 DMA
RSI (14)
57
NEUTRAL
VCP Setup
COOL
Score: 5/9
Volume
620K
-8% vs avg
From Entry
+8.0%
$781.90

Fundamental Horsepower

EPS Qtr YoY
+380%
Accelerating
EPS 3Y CAGR
+53%
Annual Earnings
Revenue Qtr
+10%
MODERATE
F-Score
6/9
Piotroski Quality
ROE
N/A
Return on Equity
EPS Rank
77/99
Percentile

Trade Plan

Stalled Breakout

Broke out 3 months ago at $781.90 — up modestly (+8%) from entry.

Breakout has stalled. Wait for new momentum or a fresh base pattern to develop.

Breakout Date2025-10-1494 days ago
Entry Was$781.90Breakout price
Gain Since+8%From entry
Reclaim$825.9621 EMA support

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$895.58+6.1%
Current$844.13

Support

  • 50 DMA$834.29-1.2%
  • 20 DMA$823.58-2.4%
  • 200 DMA$746.61-11.6%

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is MCK stock a buy now?

MCK has SUPER PERFORMER 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 MCK?

MCK broke out at $781.90 3 month(s) ago but has stalled (+8%). Wait for fresh momentum or new base pattern.

What is MCK's RS Rating?

MCK has an RS Rating of 58/99, meaning it's in the Top 42% 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.