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SYFSynchrony Financial
$78.06
Financials
WATCHLIST
Analysis updated: Jan 15, 2026

Investment Thesis

SYF has STRONG 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

+85%
Q4'24
$1.91
-40%
Q1'25
$1.89
+61%
Q2'25
$2.50
+47%
Q3'25
$2.86
Earnings Growing

Price Structure

Partial Alignment
Price
$78.06
50 DMA
$79.75
100 DMA
$76.72
150 DMA
$73.93
200 DMA
$68.90
Alignment Score: 3/4

SYF Price Chart

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50 DMA150 DMA200 DMA

Why Not BUY Yet?

RS Rating
70 (Top 30%)>80 (Top 20%)
Pattern
No base formingVCP or constructive base
Breakout Status
-1.0% from entry ($78.88)Breakout confirmation (hold above entry)

What Would Change Our Mind?

To turn bullish on SYF, we need:

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Technical Health

RS Rating
70/99
Top 30% (Need 80+)
Trend
Uptrend
Above 200 DMA
RSI (14)
39
WEAK
VCP Setup
COOL
Score: 4/9
Volume
6.4M
+97% vs avg
From Entry
-1.0%
$78.88

Fundamental Horsepower

EPS Qtr YoY
+47%
Accelerating
EPS 3Y CAGR
+5%
Annual Earnings
Revenue Qtr
N/A
NO DATA
F-Score
8/9
Piotroski Quality
ROE
23%
Return on Equity
EPS Rank
57/99
Percentile

Trade Plan

Struggling

Broke out 1 month ago at $78.88 — -1% below entry.

Breakout underperforming. Wait for price to reclaim entry or form a new base.

Breakout Date2025-12-0244 days ago
Entry Was$78.88Breakout price
Loss Since-1%From entry
Wait For$78.88Reclaim entry or new base

If/Then Playbook

IF: Stock begins forming a base (pullback 10-20%)
THEN: Add to active watch for VCP development
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

  • 50 DMA$79.75+2.2%
  • 20 DMA$84.69+8.5%
  • 52W High$88.77+13.7%
Current$78.06

Support

  • 200 DMA$68.90-11.7%
  • 52W Low$40.55-48.1%

Frequently Asked Questions

Is SYF stock a buy now?

SYF has STRONG 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 SYF?

SYF broke out at $78.88 1 month(s) ago but is now -1% below entry. Wait for new base pattern.

What is SYF's RS Rating?

SYF 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.