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NTICNorthern Technologies International Corporation
$9.57
Analysis updated: Jan 16, 2026

Investment Thesis

NTIC has middling strength (RS 71/99) 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 Momentum

-75%
Q2'25
$0.04
-87%
Q3'25
$0.01
-163%
Q4'25
$-0.12
-48%
Q1'26
$0.03
Earnings Declining

Price Structure

Aligned Uptrend
Price
$9.57
50 DMA
$7.92
100 DMA
$7.80
150 DMA
$7.79
200 DMA
$7.76
Alignment Score: 4/4✓ Confirmed Uptrend

NTIC Price Chart

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50 DMA150 DMA200 DMA
LEADERSHIP TEST FAILED

Declining/weak EPS with RS < 80. Need either 80+ RS OR super-performer earnings.

Why Not BUY Yet?

RS Rating
71 (Top 29%)>80 (Top 20%)
EPS Growth
-48%>25% Qtr YoY
Pattern Stage
AT_PIVOTAt pivot or near breakout
RSI (14)
75 (ELEVATED)<70 for safe entry
Breakout Status
-41.0% below entry ($16.23)Price above breakout entry

What Would Change Our Mind?

To turn bullish on NTIC, we need:

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Technical Health

RS Rating
71/99
Top 29% (Need 80+)
Trend
Aligned Uptrend
Above 200 DMA
RSI (14)
75
ELEVATED
VCP Setup
WARM
Score: 6/9
Volume
25K
-19% vs avg
From Entry
-41.0%
$16.23

Fundamental Horsepower

EPS Qtr YoY
-48%
Declining
EPS 3Y CAGR
-86%
Annual Earnings
Revenue Qtr
+9%
WEAK
F-Score
4/9
Piotroski Quality
ROE
0%
Return on Equity
EPS Rank
14/99
Percentile

Trade Plan

Breakout Failed

Breakout failed — now -41.0% from entry.

Setup invalid. Wait for new base to form before considering re-entry.

Entry Price$16.23Breakout price
Current Loss-41.0%Below entry
Stop Was$14.93Should have exited

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

  • Pivot$10.03+4.8%
  • 52W High$13.25+38.5%
Current$9.57

Support

  • 20 DMA$8.30-13.3%
  • 50 DMA$7.92-17.2%
  • 200 DMA$7.76-18.9%

Frequently Asked Questions

Is NTIC stock a buy now?

NTIC has middling strength (RS 71/99) and declining earnings. Wait for fundamental turnaround. Smart traders skip this one until the setup improves.

What is the buy point for NTIC?

NTIC's breakout at $16.23 has failed (now -41.0% below entry). The setup is no longer valid — wait for a new base pattern to form.

What is NTIC's RS Rating?

NTIC has an RS Rating of 71/99, meaning it's in the Top 29% 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.