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HYI Western Asset High Yield Defined Opportunity Fund, Inc.

Asset Management NYSE

$11.98 +0.01 (0.08%)
update: 2025-07-04
Prev Close $11.97
Market Cap $265.84M
Day Range $11.91 - $12.00
Open $11.93
P/E Ratio 9.08
52W Change 1.38%
24H Volume 54.76K
Dividend Yield 10.17%
EPS
DAY WEEK PRICE LEVEL

Trading Signals (HYI)

Overall Signal

BUY

Strong buyish signal based on multiple indicators.

Confidence: 55%
Updated: 2025-07-04

Key Price Levels

Support Levels

  • Strong Support $11.75
  • Medium Support $11.82
  • Weak Support $11.9

Resistance Levels

  • Weak Resistance $12.06
  • Medium Resistance $12.14
  • Strong Resistance $12.21

Stop Loss Suggestions

  • Conservative $11.82
  • Moderate $11.86
  • Aggressive $11.79

Signal Indicator

Indicator Signal Strength Timeframe
Moving Averages NEUTRAL
Short & Medium Term
Oscillators NEUTRAL
Short Term
Trend Indicators NEUTRAL
Medium Term
Volume Indicators BUY
Short & Medium Term
Support/Resistance NEUTRAL
Short Term
Data Source: Consolidated ratings from various investment bank analysts. Ratings may change over time.

Stock Price Prediction Price Target Probabilities (HYI)

Quarterly Outlook :

HYI Quarterly Outlook
2025-07-04

Bullish Scenario

Probability 38.22%
from current 4.38%
Prediction $13

Strong upward momentum and confirmed bullish trend, with potential for significant price appreciation. Indicators point to sustained buying pressure. ADX (17.52) indicates a weak or ranging trend. Market is likely in a consolidation or range-bound phase. RSI (61.72) is in bullish territory, indicating upward momentum. MACD line (0.13) is above Signal line (0.09) (bullish crossover), confirming upward momentum. Both lines are above zero, reinforcing bullish trend. Current Weekly ATR is 0.21, indicating the average weekly price range.

HYI Quarterly Outlook
2025-07-04

Base Scenario

Probability 52%
from current 1.05%
Prediction $12

Price is likely to continue its moderate trajectory, reflecting underlying market conditions and historical volatility. Indicators suggest a balanced outlook. ADX (17.52) indicates a weak or ranging trend. Market is likely in a consolidation or range-bound phase. RSI (61.72) is in bullish territory, indicating upward momentum. MACD line (0.13) is above Signal line (0.09) (bullish crossover), confirming upward momentum. Both lines are above zero, reinforcing bullish trend. Current Weekly ATR is 0.21, indicating the average weekly price range.

HYI Quarterly Outlook
2025-07-04

Bearish Scenario

Probability 9.78%
from current -3.51%
Prediction $12

Increased selling pressure and potential for a significant price correction or downtrend. Indicators suggest waning bullish momentum or strengthening bearish forces. ADX (17.52) indicates a weak or ranging trend. Market is likely in a consolidation or range-bound phase. RSI (61.72) is in bullish territory, indicating upward momentum. MACD line (0.13) is above Signal line (0.09) (bullish crossover), confirming upward momentum. Both lines are above zero, reinforcing bullish trend. Current Weekly ATR is 0.21, indicating the average weekly price range.

Annual Outlook

HYI Annual Outlook
2025-07-04

Bullish Scenario

Probability 38.22%
from current 8.76%
Prediction $13

Long-term bullish trend with strong fundamental catalysts and sustained institutional buying. Expect significant capital appreciation over the year. ADX (17.52) indicates a weak or ranging trend. Market is likely in a consolidation or range-bound phase. RSI (61.72) is in bullish territory, indicating upward momentum. MACD line (0.13) is above Signal line (0.09) (bullish crossover), confirming upward momentum. Both lines are above zero, reinforcing bullish trend. Current Weekly ATR is 0.21, indicating the average weekly price range.

HYI Annual Outlook
2025-07-04

Base Scenario

Probability 52%
from current 2.1%
Prediction $12

Steady long-term growth consistent with market and industry averages. Price expected to follow a typical growth trajectory. ADX (17.52) indicates a weak or ranging trend. Market is likely in a consolidation or range-bound phase. RSI (61.72) is in bullish territory, indicating upward momentum. MACD line (0.13) is above Signal line (0.09) (bullish crossover), confirming upward momentum. Both lines are above zero, reinforcing bullish trend. Current Weekly ATR is 0.21, indicating the average weekly price range.

HYI Annual Outlook
2025-07-04

Bearish Scenario

Probability 9.78%
from current -7.01%
Prediction $11

Long-term bearish trend with significant headwinds from economic factors, industry disruption, or company-specific issues. Expect notable price depreciation. ADX (17.52) indicates a weak or ranging trend. Market is likely in a consolidation or range-bound phase. RSI (61.72) is in bullish territory, indicating upward momentum. MACD line (0.13) is above Signal line (0.09) (bullish crossover), confirming upward momentum. Both lines are above zero, reinforcing bullish trend. Current Weekly ATR is 0.21, indicating the average weekly price range.

Technical Analysis (HYI)

Trend Identification

HYI Technical Analysis 2025-07-04

EMA

Exponential Moving Average

NEUTRAL
EMA(20)
EMA(55)
EMA(100)

Current price (11.98) is between Short MA (nan) and Long MA (nan), or near one of them. This suggests consolidation or mixed signals. Short MA is crossing Long MA. This is a critical point signaling a potential trend change. Monitor closely. MAs (nan, nan, nan) show mixed alignment, suggesting market indecision or range-bound activity. Market is in a choppy or sideways phase. Wait for a clearer trend to emerge before taking directional trades.

HYI Technical Analysis 2025-07-04

MACD

Moving Average Convergence Divergence

NEUTRAL
MACD Line(12)
Signal Line(26)
Histogram(9)

MACD line is crossing the Signal line. This is a crucial point, signaling a potential trend change. Monitor closely. MACD and Signal lines are near the zero line, indicating weak momentum or market consolidation.

HYI Technical Analysis 2025-07-04

ADX

Average Directional Index

NEUTRAL
ADX(14)
+DI
-DI

ADX (nan) indicates a weak or non-existent trend (ranging market). +DI and -DI are very close, indicating indecision in the market or a trend reversal point. Avoid trend-following strategies. Consider range-bound or reversal strategies, or wait for a clearer trend to develop.

Momentum Measurement

RSI (2025-07-04)

Relative Strength Index

NEUTRAL
Current RSI(14)
Oversold Neutral Overbought

RSI (nan) is near the midline (around 50). This suggests a neutral momentum or indecision in the market. Wait for clearer signals.

OBV (2025-07-04)

On-Balance Volume

Rising
OBV Trend Upward
OBV vs Price Confirming

OBV (405367.00) is rising, indicating buying pressure and accumulation. Price is rising and OBV is rising. This is bullish confirmation, indicating buying pressure supports the price increase. Consider holding long positions or initiating new ones. Volume is supporting the trend.

Stochastic (2025-07-04)

Stochastic Oscillator

SELL
%K Line 84.92
%D Line 86.41

Stochastics (%K: 84.92, %D: 86.41) are in the overbought zone (above 80). This suggests the asset may be losing upward momentum. No clear bullish or bearish crossover signal currently. The lines are close or moving sideways. This is a strong sell signal, indicating potential downside.

CCI (2025-07-04)

Commodity Channel Index

SELL
CCI(20) 112.19

CCI (112.19) is above +100. This suggests a strong upward momentum and an overbought condition. Consider profit-taking or looking for short entries cautiously. Confirm with price action; if price is making higher highs, momentum is strong. Look for pullbacks to enter long.

Volatility Measurement

ATR (2025-07-04)

Average True Range

ATR(14)
ATR % of Price ...%

Current ATR is nan. ATR indicates average volatility. Market conditions are relatively stable.

Bollinger Bands (2025-07-04)

Volatility Bands

NEUTRAL
Upper Band
Middle Band (MA20)
Lower Band
Band Width 0%

Invalid Bollinger Band values or price. Please check input data.

Risk Management & Potential Reversals (HYI)

SAR (2025-07-04)

Parabolic Stop and Reverse

BUY
Current SAR 11.82
Distance from Price 1.34%

SAR points below price indicate bullish trend. Current SAR at 11.82 is 1.34% from price. Consider SAR as a potential stop-loss level to protect gains in an uptrend.

Stochastic (2025-07-04)

Overbought

Approaching Overbought
Stochastic Position 84.9
Crossover Status No Crossover

Stochastic is in overbought territory (84.9). Monitor for potential bearish crossover or movement below 80, which could signal a reversal.

RSI (2025-07-04)

Reversal Perspective

No Divergence
RSI Divergence None
Overbought/Oversold Neither

Current RSI level is in neutral territory. No RSI divergence detected. Current RSI level doesn't suggest imminent reversal.

Bollinger Bands (2025-07-04)

Reversal Perspective

Normal Volatility
Band Position Mid-Range
Band Squeeze None

Bands show normal bandwidth. Price is in the middle of bands with normal bandwidth. No indication of imminent volatility expansion or reversal.

Holder List Top 20 (HYI)

Holder Name Holder Type Shares Pct. Held Date Reported
SIT Investment Associates Inc INSTITUTIONAL 1470461 6.49% 2025-03-31
Huntleigh Advisors, Inc. INSTITUTIONAL 986460 4.35% 2025-03-31
Punch & Associates Investment Management, Inc. INSTITUTIONAL 806469 3.56% 2025-03-31
Raymond James Financial, Inc. INSTITUTIONAL 651568 2.87% 2025-03-31
Guggenheim Capital, LLC INSTITUTIONAL 478654 2.11% 2025-03-31
Icon Advisers Inc/co INSTITUTIONAL 417617 1.84% 2025-03-31
SCM Trust-ICON FLEXIBLE BOND FUND MUTUALFUND 417617 1.84% 2025-03-31
Wells Fargo & Company INSTITUTIONAL 310003 1.37% 2025-03-31
Uncommon Cents Investing LLC INSTITUTIONAL 293450 1.29% 2025-03-31
Morgan Stanley INSTITUTIONAL 169432 0.75% 2025-03-31
Shaker Financial Services, LLC INSTITUTIONAL 154820 0.68% 2025-03-31
RIVERNORTH FUNDS-RiverNorth/DoubleLine Strategic Income Fund MUTUALFUND 98577 0.43% 2025-03-31
insidersPercentHeld MAJOR 0%
institutionsPercentHeld MAJOR 0%
institutionsFloatPercentHeld MAJOR 0%
institutionsCount MAJOR 0%