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MSMorgan Stanley
$182.76
Financials
NEUTRAL
Investment Thesis
MS 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
- Wait & watch
Earnings Momentum
Earnings Accelerating
Price Structure
Aligned UptrendPrice
$182.76
✓→
50 DMA
$173.11
✓→
100 DMA
$164.68
✓→
150 DMA
$156.59
✓→
200 DMA
$147.28
Alignment Score: 4/4✓ Confirmed Uptrend
Why Not BUY Yet?
RS Rating
79 (Top 21%)→>80 (Top 20%)
Pattern Stage
AT_PIVOT→At pivot or near breakout
Entry Point
Broke out 5mo ago, now +24%→Wait for pullback or new base
What Would Change Our Mind?
To turn bullish on MS, we need:
- RS Rating: >80 (Top 20%)(currently 79 (Top 21%))
- Pattern Stage: At pivot or near breakout(currently AT_PIVOT)
- Entry Point: Wait for pullback or new base(currently Broke out 5mo ago, now +24%)
- Fresh Entry: Pullback to 50 DMA or new base formation(currently Extended +24% from 5mo ago breakout)
Twin Engines Dashboard
Technical Health
RS Rating
79/99
Top 21% (Need 80+)
Trend
Aligned Uptrend
Above 200 DMA
RSI (14)
65
BULLISH
VCP Setup
HOT
Score: 7/9
Volume
6.6M
+29% vs avg
From Entry
+24.1%
$147.29
Fundamental Horsepower
EPS Qtr YoY
+49%
Accelerating
EPS 3Y CAGR
-0%
Annual Earnings
Revenue Qtr
N/A
NO DATA
F-Score
5/9
Piotroski Quality
ROE
13%
Return on Equity
EPS Rank
71/99
Percentile
Trade Plan
Testing SupportBreakout Date2025-08-12156 days ago
Entry Was$147.29Breakout price
Gain Since+24%From entry
Reclaim$181.0821 EMA support
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$188.82+3.3%
- Pivot$188.82+3.3%
Current$182.76
Support
- 20 DMA$181.11-0.9%
- 50 DMA$173.11-5.3%
- 200 DMA$147.28-19.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is MS stock a buy now?
MS is neither a clear buy nor avoid. RS 79/99, strong earnings. keep it on your radar.
What is the buy point for MS?
MS broke out at $147.29 5 month(s) ago and is now +24% extended. Wait for a pullback to the 21 EMA or a new base pattern.
What is MS's RS Rating?
MS 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.