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RPM — Oversold Bullish Reversal

Status: Invalidated

Scanner score: 20.0/100

Why this was flagged

RPM was identified as a bullish technical setup based on the Oversold Bullish Reversal pattern. The scanner found a score of 20.0/100 using trend alignment, momentum, price action, volume, and risk-management rules. Monitor update: Latest daily-chart analysis no longer reports a bullish long setup.

Trade framework

Current price$99.36
Entry zone$99.36 – $100.09
Stop-loss / invalidation$98.87
Target 1$100.33
Target 2$100.82
Reward/risk2.00:1
Suggested holding windowAbout 2–8 trading days; reversal setups should work relatively quickly.
FoundSep 10, 2026 9:19 pm
Potential expirationSep 21, 2026 8:22 pm
Entry plan: Consider a limit order only within the displayed entry zone. If price does not enter that range, skip the trade rather than chasing it.

Position-sizing example

Reference entry$99.72
Planned risk per share$0.85
Example: $100 planned risk117 shares
Example: $250 planned risk293 shares

These examples use the distance between the reference entry and stop-loss. They do not account for commissions, slippage, taxes, overnight gaps, or your personal account size.

Exit plan

  1. Stop-loss: Exit if the stop-loss is reached. Do not move the stop farther away to avoid taking the planned loss.
  2. Target 1: Consider taking partial profit when Target 1 is reached and reducing risk on the remaining shares.
  3. Target 2 or trailing exit: Consider closing the remaining position at Target 2, or use a disciplined trailing stop only if the trend remains strong.
  4. Time exit: Reassess or close a trade that fails to progress within the suggested holding window.

Technical chart

Daily closing price with moving averages and planned trade levels. This chart is a screening aid, not a guarantee of future results.

$92.65$99.42$106.18$112.94$119.71Target 2 $100.82Target 1 $100.33Entry high $100.09Entry low $99.36Stop $98.87May 5, 2026Sep 11, 2026
CloseSMA 20EMA 20SMA 50SMA 200Entry zoneStop-lossTargets

$1,000 educational outcome examples

Example reference entry$99.72
Example fractional shares10.03
If Target 1 is reached$1,006.09 value (+0.6%)
If Target 2 is reached$1,010.98 value (+1.1%)
If the stop-loss is reached$991.45 value (-0.9%)

These examples use a $1,000 position and fractional shares at the midpoint of the entry zone. Actual results can differ because of market gaps, fills, spreads, commissions, taxes, slippage, and changing conditions.

Easy explanation for new investors

Why the scanner noticed this stock
RPM International Inc is a company that makes paints and coatings. A computer program checked its charts and called it an "Oversold Bullish Reversal." This name sounds big, but it simply means the stock price had dropped a lot recently. It fell so far that some people thought it might be cheap. The scanner looked at how the price moved and how much stock changed hands. It gave the setup a score of 20 out of 100. This is a low number, which means the computer was not very sure about it. The program also saw that the stock was trading with lower than normal volume.

What the price plan means
The plan suggested buying the stock between $99.36 and $100.09. To protect money, there was a stop-loss price at $98.87. If the price went below this line, the plan was meant to end. The goal, or target, was to reach $100.33 or $100.82. This created a reward-to-risk ratio of 2. In plain English, this means for every $1 you risked losing, the plan aimed for $2 in potential profit. However, recent data shows the stock hit a low of $98.00. This went below the safety line of $98.87.

What could make the idea fail
The main reason the idea failed is that the price dropped too low. The stock went under the stop-loss level. This breaks the rules of the setup. Because the price fell, the computer marked the status as "invalidated." This means the original plan no longer works. The low score of 20 also hinted that the signal was weak. When a plan hits its stop-loss, the setup is considered broken.

Important reminder
This explanation is for learning only. It is not advice to buy or sell anything. Markets change quickly, and plans can fail. Always do your own checking. Never risk more than you can afford to lose. Past patterns do not guarantee future results. Always verify current prices before making any decisions.

Recent news context

This automated review is separate from the technical score. It summarizes recent related articles and does not predict price movement.

Overall context: Positive (Moderate confidence)

RPM International has reported a strong Q2 earnings performance, exceeding analyst estimates with an EPS of $1.89 and revenue of $2.23 billion, which grew 7.2% year-over-year. The company maintains a "Moderate Buy" analyst consensus with a price target of $126, significantly above the recent current price of $99.355. Several institutional investors, including HSBC Holdings and OMERS Administration, recently acquired new or increased positions in the stock during the second quarter. The company also continues to pay a quarterly dividend of $0.54 per share, and institutional ownership stands at 80.95%.

Potentially supportive context

  • Q2 earnings exceeded estimates with EPS of $1.89 and revenue of $2.23 billion, up 7.2% year-over-year.
  • Analyst consensus rating is "Moderate Buy" with an average 12-month price target of $126.
  • Institutional ownership stands at 80.95%, with several institutions making new acquisitions in Q2.

Risks and caution items

  • Zacks Rank is currently #3 (Hold), indicating a moderate outlook for near-term earnings momentum.
  • Projected year-over-year earnings growth for the current fiscal year is 8.5%, which may be considered modest relative to broader market growth averages.

Latest reviewed article: Sep 1, 2026 2:27 pm

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Important: Some returned articles may describe competitors, industry conditions, or related companies. Open the source before relying on an article.

Scanner confirmations

  • RSI is near oversold territory with bullish candle confirmation.
Important: This is an automated educational screening result, not a buy recommendation. Confirm price, liquidity, earnings dates, news, and your own risk before entering any trade.
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