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Apr 08, 2023

Last month, an AI trading robot produced a 6.88% increase in CTRA's earnings.

The best AI trading robot in our robot factory, Swing Trader: Consumer, Energy and Financial Sectors (Diversified), generated a return of 6.88% for CTRA during the past week.

Last month, an AI trading robot produced a 6.88% increase in CTRA's earnings, marking a significant milestone for the use of AI in the financial industry. This achievement raises questions about the accuracy and reliability of AI algorithms in trading, and whether they can provide an edge over traditional methods.

One important technical indicator used by traders to analyze stock performance is the Moving Average Convergence Divergence (MACD). This indicator measures the relationship between two moving averages of a stock's price and can be used to identify changes in momentum and trend. When the MACD turns positive, it signals a potential bullish trend.

In the case of CTRA, the MACD turned positive on March 29, 2023. To assess the significance of this event, we looked at past instances where CTRA's MACD turned positive and examined the subsequent stock performance over the following month. Out of 55 instances, we found that the stock continued to rise in 42 cases, indicating a success rate of 76%.

While past performance is not a guarantee of future results, this analysis suggests that the odds of a continued upward trend for CTRA are relatively high. It is important to note, however, that technical analysis alone is not sufficient for making investment decisions. Other factors such as market sentiment, company fundamentals, and macroeconomic trends should also be considered.

The success of the AI trading robot in producing a 6.88% increase in CTRA's earnings underscores the potential of AI in trading. However, it is important to approach this technology with caution and skepticism, as its capabilities and limitations are not yet fully understood. As AI continues to develop and evolve, it is likely that we will see further advances in its application to financial markets, and it will be important to continue monitoring its performance and effectiveness.

Related Ticker: CTRA

CTRA saw its Stochastic Oscillator peaks and leaves the overbought zone

The Stochastic Oscillator for CTRA moved out of overbought territory on May 25, 2023. This could be a bearish sign for the stock and investors may want to consider selling or taking a defensive position. A.I.dvisor looked at 67 similar instances where the indicator exited the overbought zone. In of the 67 cases the stock moved lower. This puts the odds of a downward move at .

Price Prediction Chart

Technical Analysis (Indicators)

Bearish Trend Analysis

The Momentum Indicator moved below the 0 level on May 26, 2023. You may want to consider selling the stock, shorting the stock, or exploring put options on CTRA as a result. In of 83 cases where the Momentum Indicator fell below 0, the stock fell further within the subsequent month. The odds of a continued downward trend are .

The Moving Average Convergence Divergence Histogram (MACD) for CTRA turned negative on May 26, 2023. 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 54 similar instances when the indicator turned negative. In of the 54 cases the stock turned lower in the days that followed. This puts the odds of success at .

CTRA moved below its 50-day moving average on May 26, 2023 date and that indicates a change from an upward trend to a downward trend.

Following a 3-day decline, the stock is projected to fall further. Considering past instances where CTRA declined for three days, the price rose further in of 62 cases within the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are .

The Aroon Indicator for CTRA entered a downward trend on May 12, 2023. This could indicate a strong downward move is ahead for the stock. Traders may want to consider selling the stock or buying put options.

Bullish Trend Analysis

The 10-day moving average for CTRA crossed bullishly above the 50-day moving average on May 17, 2023. This indicates that the trend has shifted higher and could be considered a buy signal. In of 22 past instances when the 10-day crossed above the 50-day, the stock continued to move higher over the following month. 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 CTRA advanced for three days, in of 318 cases, the price rose further within the following month. The odds of a continued upward trend are .

CTRA may jump back above the lower band and head toward the middle band. Traders may consider buying the stock or exploring call options.

Fundamental Analysis (Ratings)

Fear & Greed

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 Valuation Rating of (best 1 - 100 worst) indicates that the company is fair valued 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: P/B Ratio (1.452) is normal, around the industry mean (6.018). P/E Ratio (4.645) is within average values for comparable stocks, (16.704). Projected Growth (PEG Ratio) (44.667) is also within normal values, averaging (55.823). Dividend Yield (0.087) settles around the average of (0.089) among similar stocks. P/S Ratio (2.086) is also within normal values, averaging (155.321).

The Tickeron Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating well-balanced risk and returns. The average Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for the industry is 79, placing this stock slightly better than average.

The Tickeron Price Growth Rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating fairly steady price growth. CTRA’s price grows at a lower rate over the last 12 months as compared to S&P 500 index constituents.

The Tickeron PE Growth Rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), pointing to worse than average 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.

Notable companies

The most notable companies in this group are ConocoPhillips (NYSE:COP), EOG Resources (NYSE:EOG), Canadian Natural Resources Limited (NYSE:CNQ), Occidental Petroleum Corp (NYSE:OXY), Pioneer Natural Resource Co (NYSE:PXD), Hess Corp (NYSE:HES), Devon Energy Corp (NYSE:DVN), Diamondback Energy (NASDAQ:FANG), Marathon Oil Corp (NYSE:MRO), EQT Corp (NYSE:EQT).

Industry description

The oil and gas production segment includes companies that specialize in exploration, development, and production of oil and natural gas. These companies are focused on upstream operations. Companies typically identify deposits, drill wells, and extract raw materials from underground. The industry also includes related services like rig operations, feasibility studies, machinery rentals etc. Several operators in this industry work with various types of contractors such as engineering procurement and construction contractors, as well as with joint-venture partners and oil field service companies. Oil and gas often involves large fixed costs of production; so, declining crude oil prices, for example, is a potential negative for this industry. Conoco Phillips, EOG Resources, Inc. and Pioneer Natural Resources Company are some examples of companies operating in this space.

Market Cap

The average market capitalization across the Oil & Gas Production Industry is 3.28B. The market cap for tickers in the group ranges from 3.28K to 123.24B. COP holds the highest valuation in this group at 123.24B. The lowest valued company is PSTRQ at 3.28K.

High and low price notable news

The average weekly price growth across all stocks in the Oil & Gas Production Industry was -1%. For the same Industry, the average monthly price growth was -3%, and the average quarterly price growth was -10%. OILY experienced the highest price growth at 99%, while AXAS experienced the biggest fall at -60%.

Volume

The average weekly volume growth across all stocks in the Oil & Gas Production Industry was -21%. For the same stocks of the Industry, the average monthly volume growth was -10% and the average quarterly volume growth was -86%

Fundamental Analysis Ratings

The average fundamental analysis ratings, where 1 is best and 100 is worst, are as follows

Valuation Rating: 54
P/E Growth Rating: 76
Price Growth Rating: 53
SMR Rating: 60
Profit Risk Rating: 78
Seasonality Score: 14 (-100 ... +100)
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