H&R Block (HRB, $35.04) was the month's biggest loser, descending -10.91%
H&R Block (HRB) was a top loser this month, diving -10.91% to $35.04 per share. This decline was significant for the company, as it saw its 50-day moving average cross bearishly below its 200-day moving average on February 16, 2023. This could indicate a long-term bearish signal for the stock as it shifts to a downward trend.
Of the 65 stocks analyzed in the Other Consumer Services Industry throughout this month, 13 of them (19.23%) exhibited an uptrend while 52 of them (80.77%) were in a downtrend. H&R Block was one of the 52 companies that experienced a downtrend. This indicates that the company was facing headwinds even within its industry.
The decline in H&R Block's stock price can be attributed to a variety of factors. The most notable of these factors is likely the company's recent financial performance. H&R Block reported disappointing results for its fiscal Q3 2023 earnings, which ended on January 31, 2023. The company's revenue for the quarter was $1.95 billion, which fell short of analysts' estimates. In addition, the company's earnings per share of $0.85 missed estimates by $0.09.
Another possible factor contributing to the decline in H&R Block's stock price is increased competition in the tax preparation industry. H&R Block faces stiff competition from other companies such as Intuit, which offers a popular tax preparation software called TurboTax. This competition has likely put pressure on H&R Block's revenue growth and profitability.
Aroon Indicator for HRB shows an upward move is likely
HRB's Aroon Indicator triggered a bullish signal on April 29, 2025. Tickeron's A.I.dvisor detected that the AroonUp green line is above 70 while the AroonDown red line is below 30. When the up indicator moves above 70 and the down indicator remains below 30, it is a sign that the stock could be setting up for a bullish move. Traders may want to buy the stock or look to buy calls options. A.I.dvisor looked at 265 similar instances where the Aroon Indicator showed a similar pattern. In of the 265 cases, the stock moved higher in the days that followed. This puts the odds of a move higher at .
Technical Analysis (Indicators)
Bullish Trend Analysis
The Momentum Indicator moved above the 0 level on May 05, 2025. You may want to consider a long position or call options on HRB as a result. In of 90 past instances where the momentum indicator moved above 0, the stock continued to climb. The odds of a continued upward trend are .
Following a 3-day Advance, the price is estimated to grow further. Considering data from situations where HRB advanced for three days, in of 346 cases, the price rose further within the following month. The odds of a continued upward trend are .
Bearish Trend Analysis
The 10-day RSI Indicator for HRB moved out of overbought territory on April 21, 2025. This could be a bearish sign for the stock. Traders may want to consider selling the stock or buying put options. Tickeron's A.I.dvisor looked at 44 similar instances where the indicator moved out of overbought territory. In of the 44 cases, the stock moved lower in the following days. This puts the odds of a move lower at .
The Stochastic Oscillator may be shifting from an upward trend to a downward trend. In of 65 cases where HRB's Stochastic Oscillator exited the overbought zone, the price fell further within the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are .
The Moving Average Convergence Divergence Histogram (MACD) for HRB turned negative on May 05, 2025. This could be a sign that the stock is set to turn lower in the coming weeks. Traders may want to sell the stock or buy put options. Tickeron's A.I.dvisor looked at 49 similar instances when the indicator turned negative. In of the 49 cases the stock turned lower in the days that followed. This puts the odds of success at .
Following a 3-day decline, the stock is projected to fall further. Considering past instances where HRB declined for three days, the price rose further in of 62 cases within the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are .
HRB broke above its upper Bollinger Band on April 11, 2025. This could be a sign that the stock is set to drop as the stock moves back below the upper band and toward the middle band. You may want to consider selling the stock or exploring put options.
The Tickeron SMR rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating very strong sales and a profitable business model. SMR (Sales, Margin, Return on Equity) rating is based on comparative analysis of weighted Sales, Income Margin and Return on Equity values compared against S&P 500 index constituents. The weighted SMR value is a proprietary formula developed by Tickeron and represents an overall profitability measure for a stock.
The Tickeron Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating low risk on high returns. The average Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for the industry is 77, placing this stock better than average.
The Tickeron PE Growth Rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), pointing to outstanding earnings growth. The PE Growth rating is based on a comparative analysis of stock PE ratio increase over the last 12 months compared against S&P 500 index constituents.
The Tickeron Price Growth Rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating steady price growth. HRB’s price grows at a higher rate over the last 12 months as compared to S&P 500 index constituents.
The Tickeron Valuation Rating of (best 1 - 100 worst) indicates that the company is significantly overvalued in the industry. This rating compares market capitalization estimated by our proprietary formula with the current market capitalization. This rating is based on the following metrics, as compared to industry averages: HRB's P/B Ratio (189.036) is very high in comparison to the industry average of (13.519). P/E Ratio (13.394) is within average values for comparable stocks, (57.817). Projected Growth (PEG Ratio) (0.822) is also within normal values, averaging (1.802). Dividend Yield (0.026) settles around the average of (0.052) among similar stocks. P/S Ratio (2.088) is also within normal values, averaging (23.664).
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