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Descending Triangle in Bank of America

NYSE:BAC   Bank of America
Bank of America attempted a breakout in October, but some newer patterns suggest a potential change of direction.

Notice the series of lower highs since December 1 as BAC tries to hold roughly $43.60. That’s a potential bearish triangle. Interestingly, the support line is near the June high of $43.49.

Second, most of the candlesticks recently have been solid, meaning that highs have been sold.

Third, price has gotten trapped under the 50-day simple moving average (SMA). The 8-day exponential moving average (EMA) is also under the 21-day EMA.

Next, MACD has been steadily falling since early last month.


Switching to the weekly chart, BAC just formed an inside candle. That kind of compressed price action may suggest volatility is getting ready to expand.

Finally, the macro backdrop may be more difficult for the company because the Federal Reserve’s tighter policy is flattening the yield curve.

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