A six-month period saw an 11% return for Motorola ( $MSI, $291.75) via an AI trading robot.
In our robot workshop, this AI trading bot from Swing Trader, Long Only: Growth Model (Diversified) was a top performer, generating 11% for MSI over the past six months.
Motorola Solutions Inc. (MSI) has been in the news recently due to the success of an AI trading robot that generated an 11% return over the past six months. The robot used the Swing Trader, Long Only: Growth Model (Diversified) strategy, which proved to be a top performer in the robot workshop. This is an impressive result and highlights the potential benefits of using AI-powered trading bots to make investment decisions.
However, it's worth noting that the recent MACD Histogram crossover for MSI may indicate that the stock is heading for a bearish turn. The MACD is a popular technical indicator that measures the difference between two moving averages, typically the 26-day and 12-day exponential moving averages. The MACD Histogram is created by subtracting the 9-day exponential moving average of the MACD from the MACD line itself.
When the MACD Histogram crosses below the signal line, it is considered a bearish signal. In the case of MSI, the MACD Histogram turned negative on April 25, 2023, suggesting that the stock could decline in the days ahead.
To confirm this signal, Tickeron's A.I.dvisor analyzed 45 instances where the MACD Histogram turned negative for MSI. Out of these instances, 24 saw the stock move lower in the days that followed, indicating that the odds of a downward move are 53%.
It's important to note that technical indicators like the MACD should never be used in isolation to make investment decisions. Other factors such as fundamental analysis, market sentiment, and macroeconomic trends should also be considered. However, the recent MACD signal for MSI is certainly worth keeping an eye on for investors and traders alike.
Now let's take a look at MSI's recent earnings results. The company reported its first-quarter 2023 earnings on April 27, 2023, beating Wall Street's expectations. MSI reported earnings per share of $2.87, beating the consensus estimate of $2.63. The company also reported revenue of $2.9 billion, which was in line with expectations.
The strong earnings report was driven by growth in the company's software and services segment, which saw a 9% increase in revenue year over year. MSI also saw strong demand for its public safety products, which saw a 5% increase in revenue year over year.
MSI's recent earnings report suggests that the company is performing well and is on track for continued growth. However, investors should keep an eye on the MACD signal discussed earlier to monitor any potential changes in the stock's direction.
MSI sees MACD Histogram just turned negative
MSI saw its Moving Average Convergence Divergence Histogram (MACD) turn negative on February 13, 2025. This is a bearish signal that suggests the stock could decline going forward. Tickeron's A.I.dvisor looked at 44 instances where the indicator turned negative. In of the 44 cases the stock moved lower in the days that followed. This puts the odds of a downward move at .
Technical Analysis (Indicators)
Bearish Trend Analysis
The Momentum Indicator moved below the 0 level on February 13, 2025. You may want to consider selling the stock, shorting the stock, or exploring put options on MSI as a result. In of 90 cases where the Momentum Indicator fell below 0, the stock fell further within the subsequent month. The odds of a continued downward trend are .
MSI moved below its 50-day moving average on February 12, 2025 date and that indicates a change from an upward trend to a downward trend.
The 10-day moving average for MSI crossed bearishly below the 50-day moving average on February 18, 2025. This indicates that the trend has shifted lower and could be considered a sell signal. In 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 .
Following a 3-day decline, the stock is projected to fall further. Considering past instances where MSI declined for three days, the price rose further in of 62 cases within the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are .
Bullish Trend Analysis
The RSI Oscillator points to a transition from a downward trend to an upward trend -- in cases where MSI's RSI Indicator exited the oversold zone, of 17 resulted in an increase in price. Tickeron's analysis proposes that the odds of a continued upward trend are .
The Stochastic Oscillator shows that the ticker has stayed in the oversold zone for 4 days. The price of this ticker is presumed to bounce back soon, since the longer the ticker stays in the oversold zone, the more promptly an upward trend is expected.
Following a 3-day Advance, the price is estimated to grow further. Considering data from situations where MSI advanced for three days, in of 333 cases, the price rose further within the following month. The odds of a continued upward trend are .
MSI may jump back above the lower band and head toward the middle band. Traders may consider buying the stock or exploring call options.
The Aroon Indicator entered an Uptrend today. In of 371 cases where MSI Aroon's Indicator entered an Uptrend, the price rose further within the following month. The odds of a continued Uptrend are .
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 82, placing this stock better than average.
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 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 fairly steady price growth. MSI’s price grows at a lower 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: MSI's P/B Ratio (81.301) is very high in comparison to the industry average of (8.078). P/E Ratio (35.608) is within average values for comparable stocks, (93.078). Projected Growth (PEG Ratio) (2.453) is also within normal values, averaging (1.815). Dividend Yield (0.010) settles around the average of (0.042) among similar stocks. P/S Ratio (6.098) is also within normal values, averaging (17.174).
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