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MRKMerck & Co., Inc.
$109.19
Financials
NEUTRAL
Investment Thesis
MRK is neither a clear buy nor avoid. RS 79/99, strong earnings. keep it on your radar.
Mixed signals = No edge currently
Key Takeaways
- Earnings strong
- RS 79 - needs improvement
- VCP forming
- Wait & watch
Earnings Momentum
Earnings Accelerating
Price Structure
Aligned UptrendPrice
$109.19
✓→
50 DMA
$98.91
✓→
100 DMA
$91.76
✓→
150 DMA
$88.28
✓→
200 DMA
$86.19
Alignment Score: 4/4✓ Confirmed Uptrend
Why Not BUY Yet?
RS Rating
79 (Top 21%)→>80 (Top 20%)
RSI (14)
73 (ELEVATED)→<70 for safe entry
What Would Change Our Mind?
To turn bullish on MRK, we need:
- RS Rating: >80 (Top 20%)(currently 79 (Top 21%))
- RSI (14): <70 for safe entry(currently 73 (ELEVATED))
- Fresh Entry: Pullback to 50 DMA or new base formation(currently Extended +13% from 1mo ago breakout)
Twin Engines Dashboard
Technical Health
RS Rating
79/99
Top 21% (Need 80+)
Trend
Aligned Uptrend
Above 200 DMA
RSI (14)
73
ELEVATED
VCP Setup
WARM
Score: 6/9
Volume
10.7M
-25% vs avg
From Entry
+13.2%
$96.43
Fundamental Horsepower
EPS Qtr YoY
+87%
Accelerating
EPS 3Y CAGR
+9%
Annual Earnings
Revenue Qtr
+4%
WEAK
F-Score
8/9
Piotroski Quality
ROE
41%
Return on Equity
EPS Rank
74/99
Percentile
Trade Plan
ExtendedBreakout Date2025-11-1856 days ago
Entry Was$96.43Breakout price
Gain Since+13%From entry
Wait For$108.09 - $105.56 (10-21 EMA)Deep pullback zone
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$112.90+3.4%
- Pivot$112.90+3.4%
Current$109.19
Support
- 20 DMA$105.22-3.6%
- 50 DMA$98.91-9.4%
- 200 DMA$86.19-21.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is MRK stock a buy now?
MRK is neither a clear buy nor avoid. RS 79/99, strong earnings. keep it on your radar.
What is the buy point for MRK?
MRK broke out at $96.43 1 month(s) ago and is now +13% extended. Wait for a pullback to the 21 EMA or a new base pattern.
What is MRK's RS Rating?
MRK 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.