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MIDDThe Middleby Corporation
$148.85
Financials
AVOID
Investment Thesis
MIDD has middling strength (RS 70/99) and declining earnings. Wait for fundamental turnaround. Smart traders skip this one until the setup improves.
Below-average RS + negative growth = No edge
Key Takeaways
- Earnings weak
- RS 70 - needs improvement
- No base pattern
- Wait & watch
Earnings Momentum
Earnings Declining
Price Structure
Partial AlignmentPrice
$148.85
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50 DMA
$135.34
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100 DMA
$134.85
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150 DMA
$136.98
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200 DMA
$137.82
Alignment Score: 2/4
LEADERSHIP TEST FAILED
Declining/weak EPS with RS < 80. Need either 80+ RS OR super-performer earnings.
Why Not BUY Yet?
RS Rating
70 (Top 30%)→>80 (Top 20%)
EPS Growth
-6%→>25% Qtr YoY
Pattern
No base forming→VCP or constructive base
What Would Change Our Mind?
To turn bullish on MIDD, we need:
- RS Rating: >80 (Top 20%)(currently 70 (Top 30%))
- EPS Growth: >25% Qtr YoY(currently -6%)
- Pattern: VCP or constructive base(currently No base forming)
Twin Engines Dashboard
Technical Health
RS Rating
70/99
Top 30% (Need 80+)
Trend
Weak Uptrend
Above 200 DMA
RSI (14)
63
BULLISH
VCP Setup
COOL
Score: 4/9
Volume
1.4M
+79% vs avg
From Entry
+0.7%
$147.76
Fundamental Horsepower
EPS Qtr YoY
-6%
Declining
EPS 3Y CAGR
-3%
Annual Earnings
Revenue Qtr
+4%
WEAK
F-Score
6/9
Piotroski Quality
ROE
12%
Return on Equity
EPS Rank
11/99
Percentile
Trade Plan
Stalled BreakoutBreakout Date2025-12-1235 days ago
Entry Was$147.76Breakout price
Gain Since+1%From entry
Reclaim$149.6621 EMA support
If/Then Playbook
IF: EPS growth turns positive next quarter
THEN: Reassess with fresh eyes
IF: RS Rating improves to >85
THEN: Consider for WATCHLIST if EPS improves
Key Price Levels
Resistance
- 20 DMA$151.80+2.0%
- 52W High$182.73+22.8%
Current$148.85
Support
- 200 DMA$137.82-7.4%
- 50 DMA$135.34-9.1%
- 52W Low$110.82-25.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is MIDD stock a buy now?
MIDD has middling strength (RS 70/99) and declining earnings. Wait for fundamental turnaround. Smart traders skip this one until the setup improves.
What is the buy point for MIDD?
MIDD broke out at $147.76 1 month(s) ago but has stalled (flat). Wait for fresh momentum or new base pattern.
What is MIDD's RS Rating?
MIDD has an RS Rating of 70/99, meaning it's in the Top 30% 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.