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EXPD — Trend Pullback to 20 EMA
Status: Invalidated
Scanner score: 65.0/100
Why this was flagged
EXPD was identified as a bullish technical setup based on the Trend Pullback to 20 EMA pattern. The scanner found a score of 65.0/100 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
Position-sizing example
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
- Stop-loss: Exit if the stop-loss is reached. Do not move the stop farther away to avoid taking the planned loss.
- Target 1: Consider taking partial profit when Target 1 is reached and reducing risk on the remaining shares.
- 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.
- 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.
$1,000 educational outcome examples
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
The scanner found Expeditors International of Washington Inc (EXPD) because it is following a pattern called a Trend Pullback to 20 EMA. This means the price is moving up, but has recently dipped back toward its 20-day Exponential Moving Average (EMA). An EMA is a line on a chart that shows the average price over a certain number of days. The stock's price is currently above its 20, 50, and 200-day moving averages. This shows the long-term trend is pointing up. The Relative Strength Index (RSI), which measures how fast prices are changing, shows healthy momentum without being too high.
What the price plan means
The entry zone is between $175.29 and $176.249. If the price stays in this area, there are two potential targets: $186.7982 and $192.5523. To manage risk, a stop-loss is set at $169.5359. This is a price point where the idea would no longer be valid. The reward-to-risk ratio is 2, which means the planned profit is twice as large as the potential loss.
What could make the idea fail
The setup could fail if the price drops below the stop-loss level of $169.5359. Also, the relative volume is currently 0.61, which means trading activity is lower than usual.
Important reminder
This information is for educational purposes only and does not represent a recommendation to trade.
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: Caution (High confidence)
Expeditors International (EXPD) shows mixed signals. While the company reported strong Q1 earnings that surpassed estimates and is projected for double-digit growth in 2026, there are conflicting indicators. Institutional ownership remains high at over 94%, and some analysts view it as a dividend aristocrat with expanding aviation capabilities. However, recent reports note a significant reduction in stake by Andra AP fonden, mixed analyst sentiment resulting in an average 'Hold' rating, and a consensus target price of $153.78, which is below the current trading price of $175.29.
Potentially supportive context
- Q1 earnings per share of $1.71 surpassed analyst estimates by $0.38.
- Projected double-digit earnings growth for 2026 driven by a heating logistics market.
- Historical data shows increasing dividend amounts over time.
Risks and caution items
- Consensus target price of $153.78 is below the current price of $175.29.
- Mixed analyst sentiment resulting in an average 'Hold' rating.
- Andra AP fonden reduced its stake in the company by 59.7% in the first quarter.
- High P/E ratio noted in market analysis.
Latest reviewed article: Jul 25, 2026 9:37 pm
Recent related articles
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Scanner confirmations
- Price is above the 20-, 50-, and 200-day moving averages, with bullish moving-average alignment.
- RSI is in a constructive momentum range without being overbought.
- Price is near the 20 EMA in a bullish trend and the current candle is positive.