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Jul 04, 2023

AI Predicts a Bearish Trend for Walgreens Boots Alliance: A Potential 4% Decline Ahead

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In the world of trading, the ability to predict market trends is invaluable. Our AI has identified a bearish trend for Walgreens Boots Alliance (WBA, $29.07), predicting a decline of 4% to $27.91 or more within the next month. Based on similar scenarios where the stock trended down during the month, the odds of a downtrend continuation are 72%.Β 

Walgreens Boots Alliance operates within the drugstore chains industry, which includes stores that sell both prescription and non-prescription medicines, health, beauty, and personal care products. Many pharmacy retail chains have launched their own pharmacy benefits management services over time. Given that the demand for medical products is typically less sensitive to economic cycles, the drugstore retail chains industry can be largely considered as non-cyclical. Some of the biggest operators in this industry include CVS Health Corporation, Walgreens Boots Alliance Inc., and Rite Aid Corporation.

In terms of market capitalization, the average across the Drugstore Chains Industry is 3.04B, with a range from 3.29K to 24.72B. WBA holds the highest valuation in this group at 24.72B, while RLLVF is at the lower end with 3.29K.

Looking at price growth, the average weekly growth across all stocks in the Drugstore Chains Industry was 1%, with a monthly growth of 5%, and a quarterly decline of -3%. MEDS experienced the highest price growth at 94%, while RAD experienced the biggest fall at -24%.

In terms of volume, the average weekly volume growth across all stocks in the industry was 53%, with a monthly volume growth of 109% and a quarterly volume growth of 173%.

In conclusion, our AI's prediction of a bearish trend for Walgreens Boots Alliance underscores the power of AI in predicting market trends. As we continue to refine our AI algorithms, we look forward to sharing more insights and predictions with you. Stay tuned!Β 

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Related Ticker: WBA

WBA sees its 50-day moving average cross bullishly above its 200-day moving average

The 50-day moving average for WBA moved above the 200-day moving average on March 06, 2025. This could be a long-term bullish signal for the stock as the stock shifts to an upward trend.

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Technical Analysis (Indicators)

Bullish Trend Analysis

The Momentum Indicator moved above the 0 level on March 06, 2025. You may want to consider a long position or call options on WBA as a result. In of 97 past instances where the momentum indicator moved above 0, the stock continued to climb. The odds of a continued upward trend are .

The Moving Average Convergence Divergence (MACD) for WBA just turned positive on February 19, 2025. Looking at past instances where WBA's MACD turned positive, the stock continued to rise in of 48 cases over the following month. The odds of a continued upward trend are .

WBA moved above its 50-day moving average on March 04, 2025 date and that indicates a change from a downward trend to an upward trend.

The 10-day moving average for WBA crossed bullishly above the 50-day moving average on February 26, 2025. This indicates that the trend has shifted higher and could be considered a buy signal. In of 16 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 +1 3-day Advance, the price is estimated to grow further. Considering data from situations where WBA advanced for three days, in of 263 cases, the price rose further within the following month. The odds of a continued upward trend are .

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

Bearish Trend Analysis

The Stochastic Oscillator may be shifting from an upward trend to a downward trend. In of 52 cases where WBA's Stochastic Oscillator exited the overbought zone, the price fell further within 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 WBA 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 WBA entered a downward trend on February 21, 2025. This could indicate a strong downward move is ahead for the stock. Traders may want to consider selling the stock or buying put options.

The Tickeron Valuation Rating of (best 1 - 100 worst) indicates that the company is seriously undervalued 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 (1.250) is normal, around the industry mean (3.463). P/E Ratio (32.848) is within average values for comparable stocks, (181.246). Projected Growth (PEG Ratio) (2.170) is also within normal values, averaging (1.915). Dividend Yield (0.086) settles around the average of (0.050) among similar stocks. P/S Ratio (0.117) is also within normal values, averaging (0.903).

The Tickeron Price Growth Rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating steady price growth. WBA’s price grows at a higher 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 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 SMR rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating weak sales and an unprofitable 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 that the returns do not compensate for the risks. WBA’s unstable profits reported over time resulted in significant Drawdowns within these last five years. A stable profit reduces stock drawdown and volatility. The average Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for the industry is 97, placing this stock worse than average.

Notable companies

The most notable companies in this group are Walgreens Boots Alliance (NASDAQ:WBA).

Industry description

The drugstore chains industry includes stores that sell medicines (both prescription and non-prescription), health, beauty and personal care products. Over time, many pharmacy retail chains have launched their own pharmacy benefits management services. Since demand for medical products is typically less sensitive to economic cycles, drugstore retail chains industry could be largely considered as non-cyclical. CVS Health Corporation, Walgreens Boots Alliance Inc. and Rite Aid Corporation are some of the biggest operators in this industry.

Market Cap

The average market capitalization across the Drugstore Chains Industry is 4.21B. The market cap for tickers in the group ranges from 3.29K to 18.71B. WBA holds the highest valuation in this group at 18.71B. The lowest valued company is RLLVF at 3.29K.

High and low price notable news

The average weekly price growth across all stocks in the Drugstore Chains Industry was -4%. For the same Industry, the average monthly price growth was -3%, and the average quarterly price growth was 1%. ALBBY experienced the highest price growth at 13%, while RDGT experienced the biggest fall at -47%.

Volume

The average weekly volume growth across all stocks in the Drugstore Chains Industry was 86%. For the same stocks of the Industry, the average monthly volume growth was 201% and the average quarterly volume growth was 107%

Fundamental Analysis Ratings

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

Valuation Rating: 57
P/E Growth Rating: 66
Price Growth Rating: 81
SMR Rating: 69
Profit Risk Rating: 97
Seasonality Score: 6 (-100 ... +100)
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a provider of drug store services

Industry DrugstoreChains

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Industry
Drugstore Chains
Address
108 Wilmot Road
Phone
+1 847 315-3700
Employees
331000
Web
https://www.walgreensbootsalliance.com