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US Bancorp (USB, $46.63) Q2 earnings falls year-over-year; misses analysts' expectations

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Momentum Indicator for USB turns negative, indicating new downward trend

USB saw its Momentum Indicator move below the 0 level on September 16, 2026. This is an indication that the stock could be shifting in to a new downward move. Traders may want to consider selling the stock or exploring put options. Tickeron's A.I.dvisor looked at 94 similar instances where the indicator turned negative. In 63 of the 94 cases, the stock moved further down in the following days. The odds of a decline are at 67%.

Technical Analysis (Indicators)

Bearish Trend Analysis

USB moved below its 50-day moving average on September 08, 2026 date and that indicates a change from an upward trend to a downward trend.

The 10-day moving average for USB crossed bearishly below the 50-day moving average on August 31, 2026. This indicates that the trend has shifted lower and could be considered a sell signal. In 9 of 14 past instances when the 10-day crossed below the 50-day, the stock continued to move higher over the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are 64%.

Following a 3-day decline, the stock is projected to fall further. Considering past instances where USB declined for three days, the price rose further in 50 of 62 cases within the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are 61%.

The Aroon Indicator for USB entered a downward trend on September 18, 2026. 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 RSI Indicator points to a transition from a downward trend to an upward trend -- in cases where USB's RSI Indicator exited the oversold zone, 18 of 29 resulted in an increase in price. Tickeron's analysis proposes that the odds of a continued upward trend are 62%.

The Stochastic Oscillator is in the oversold zone. Keep an eye out for a move up in the foreseeable future.

Following a +1.18% 3-day Advance, the price is estimated to grow further. Considering data from situations where USB advanced for three days, in 180 of 306 cases, the price rose further within the following month. The odds of a continued upward trend are 59%.

USB 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)

The Tickeron SMR rating for this company is 4 (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 PE Growth Rating for this company is 37 (best 1 - 100 worst), pointing to consistent 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 Valuation Rating of 40 (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 (1.543) is normal, around the industry mean (1.350). P/E Ratio (11.988) is within average values for comparable stocks, (24.712). Projected Growth (PEG Ratio) (1.812) is also within normal values, averaging (1.190). Dividend Yield (0.035) settles around the average of (0.030) among similar stocks. P/S Ratio (3.141) is also within normal values, averaging (3.749).

The Tickeron Price Growth Rating for this company is 46 (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating steady price growth. USB’s price grows at a higher rate over the last 12 months as compared to S&P 500 index constituents.

The Tickeron Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for this company is 64 (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating well-balanced risk and returns. The average Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for the industry is 56, placing this stock slightly worse than average.