ICLR ICON plc
Diagnostics & Research NasdaqGS
Trading Signals (ICLR)
Overall Signal
BUY
Strong buyish signal based on multiple indicators.
Key Price Levels
Support Levels
- Strong Support $127.89
- Medium Support $140.74
- Weak Support $153.59
Resistance Levels
- Weak Resistance $179.29
- Medium Resistance $192.14
- Strong Resistance $204.99
Stop Loss Suggestions
- Conservative $156.16
- Moderate $147.17
- Aggressive $134.32
Analyst Ratings
Current Rating
Signal Indicator
| Indicator | Signal | Strength | Timeframe |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moving Averages | BUY |
|
Short & Medium Term |
| Oscillators | BUY |
|
Short Term |
| Trend Indicators | BUY |
|
Medium Term |
| Volume Indicators | SELL |
|
Short & Medium Term |
| Support/Resistance | NEUTRAL |
|
Short Term |
Stock Price Prediction Price Target Probabilities (ICLR)
Quarterly Outlook :
2025-09-13
Bullish Scenario
from current 21%
Strong upward momentum and confirmed bullish trend, with potential for significant price appreciation. Indicators point to sustained buying pressure. ADX (34.71) indicates a strong trend. +DI > -DI suggests strong bullish directional bias. RSI (47.79) is in bearish territory, indicating downward momentum. MACD line (-1.64) is above Signal line (-7.22) (bullish crossover), confirming upward momentum. Current Weekly ATR is 13.98, indicating the average weekly price range.
2025-09-13
Base Scenario
from current 6.72%
Price is likely to continue its moderate trajectory, reflecting underlying market conditions and historical volatility. Indicators suggest a balanced outlook. ADX (34.71) indicates a strong trend. +DI > -DI suggests strong bullish directional bias. RSI (47.79) is in bearish territory, indicating downward momentum. MACD line (-1.64) is above Signal line (-7.22) (bullish crossover), confirming upward momentum. Current Weekly ATR is 13.98, indicating the average weekly price range.
2025-09-13
Bearish Scenario
from current -16.8%
Increased selling pressure and potential for a significant price correction or downtrend. Indicators suggest waning bullish momentum or strengthening bearish forces. ADX (34.71) indicates a strong trend. +DI > -DI suggests strong bullish directional bias. RSI (47.79) is in bearish territory, indicating downward momentum. MACD line (-1.64) is above Signal line (-7.22) (bullish crossover), confirming upward momentum. Current Weekly ATR is 13.98, indicating the average weekly price range.
Annual Outlook
2025-09-13
Bullish Scenario
from current 42%
Long-term bullish trend with strong fundamental catalysts and sustained institutional buying. Expect significant capital appreciation over the year. ADX (34.71) indicates a strong trend. +DI > -DI suggests strong bullish directional bias. RSI (47.79) is in bearish territory, indicating downward momentum. MACD line (-1.64) is above Signal line (-7.22) (bullish crossover), confirming upward momentum. Current Weekly ATR is 13.98, indicating the average weekly price range.
2025-09-13
Base Scenario
from current 13.44%
Steady long-term growth consistent with market and industry averages. Price expected to follow a typical growth trajectory. ADX (34.71) indicates a strong trend. +DI > -DI suggests strong bullish directional bias. RSI (47.79) is in bearish territory, indicating downward momentum. MACD line (-1.64) is above Signal line (-7.22) (bullish crossover), confirming upward momentum. Current Weekly ATR is 13.98, indicating the average weekly price range.
2025-09-13
Bearish Scenario
from current -33.6%
Long-term bearish trend with significant headwinds from economic factors, industry disruption, or company-specific issues. Expect notable price depreciation. ADX (34.71) indicates a strong trend. +DI > -DI suggests strong bullish directional bias. RSI (47.79) is in bearish territory, indicating downward momentum. MACD line (-1.64) is above Signal line (-7.22) (bullish crossover), confirming upward momentum. Current Weekly ATR is 13.98, indicating the average weekly price range.
Technical Analysis (ICLR)
Trend Identification
EMA
Exponential Moving Average
Current price (166.44) is above both Short MA (161.24) and Long MA (146.43). This indicates strong bullish momentum. Short MA (161.24) is above Long MA (146.43), a bullish crossover ('Golden Cross' if it's a significant period). This indicates an upward trend. MAs (161.24, 146.43, 151.93) show mixed alignment, suggesting market indecision or range-bound activity. Consider long positions. Use the MAs as dynamic support levels.
MACD
Moving Average Convergence Divergence
MACD line is above the Signal line (bullish crossover). This indicates upward momentum. Histogram (0.8400) is positive and expanding, confirming bullish momentum. Both MACD and Signal lines are above the zero line, reinforcing bullish momentum (bullish territory). This is a strong buy signal. Consider long positions.
ADX
Average Directional Index
ADX (34.27) indicates a strong trend is present. +DI (38.55) is above -DI (26.19), suggesting a bullish directional bias. This combination points to a strong upward trend. Consider taking long positions, as the strong upward trend is confirmed.
Momentum Measurement
RSI (2025-09-13)
Relative Strength Index
RSI (53.49) is in the bullish territory, but not yet overbought. This indicates upward momentum. Monitor for continuation or signs of weakness.
OBV (2025-09-13)
On-Balance Volume
OBV (-29223444.00) is falling, indicating selling pressure and distribution. Price is falling and OBV is falling. This is bearish confirmation, indicating selling pressure supports the price decrease. Consider holding short positions or initiating new ones. Volume is supporting the trend.
Stochastic (2025-09-13)
Stochastic Oscillator
Stochastics (%K: 7.24, %D: 21.97) are in the neutral zone (between 20 and 80). A bearish crossover (%K below %D) is observed. This indicates downward momentum. Be cautious if it's already in the oversold region.
CCI (2025-09-13)
Commodity Channel Index
CCI (-1.67) is between -100 and 0. This indicates bearish momentum is present, but not yet extreme. A move below 0 from positive territory (bearish zero-line cross) can indicate a potential sell signal.
Volatility Measurement
ATR (2025-09-13)
Average True Range
Current ATR is 8.9000. ATR indicates average volatility. Market conditions are relatively stable.
Bollinger Bands (2025-09-13)
Volatility Bands
Current price (166.44) is within the Bollinger Bands (126.63 - 195.86). This suggests the price is trading within its typical volatility range. Price is above the Middle Band (161.24), indicating short-term bullish bias. Bollinger Bands are wide. This indicates high volatility. Prices tend to revert to the mean after extended periods of high volatility.
Risk Management & Potential Reversals (ICLR)
SAR (2025-09-13)
Parabolic Stop and Reverse
SAR points below price indicate bullish trend. Current SAR at 162.30 is 2.49% from price. Consider SAR as a potential stop-loss level to protect gains in an uptrend.
Stochastic (2025-09-13)
Oversold
Stochastic is in oversold territory (7.2). Monitor for potential bullish crossover or movement above 20, which could signal a reversal. Current crossover status: Bearish.
RSI (2025-09-13)
Reversal Perspective
Current RSI level is in neutral territory. No RSI divergence detected. Current RSI level doesn't suggest imminent reversal.
Bollinger Bands (2025-09-13)
Reversal Perspective
Bollinger Bands are widening, indicating high volatility and potential strong trend continuation.Price is in the middle of bands with normal bandwidth. No indication of imminent volatility expansion or reversal.
Holder List Top 20 (ICLR)
| Holder Name | Holder Type | Shares | Pct. Held | Date Reported |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WCM Investment Management, LLC | INSTITUTIONAL | 6389671 | 7.91% | 2025-03-31 |
| Artisan Partners Limited Partnership | INSTITUTIONAL | 4290924 | 5.31% | 2025-03-31 |
| Wellington Management Group, LLP | INSTITUTIONAL | 3693159 | 4.57% | 2025-03-31 |
| Massachusetts Financial Services Co. | INSTITUTIONAL | 3101629 | 3.84% | 2025-03-31 |
| Artisan Partners Funds Inc.-Artisan International Value Fund | MUTUALFUND | 3057453 | 3.78% | 2025-03-31 |
| Invesco Ltd. | INSTITUTIONAL | 2987961 | 3.7% | 2025-03-31 |
| Ninety One UK Ltd | INSTITUTIONAL | 2918187 | 3.61% | 2025-03-31 |
| INVESTMENT MANAGERS SERIES TRUST-WCM Focused International Growth Fund | MUTUALFUND | 2455843 | 3.04% | 2025-03-31 |
| Franklin Resources, Inc. | INSTITUTIONAL | 2100035 | 2.6% | 2025-03-31 |
| FMR, LLC | INSTITUTIONAL | 1892787 | 2.34% | 2025-03-31 |
| Alliancebernstein L.P. | INSTITUTIONAL | 1860907 | 2.3% | 2025-03-31 |
| ClearBridge Investments, LLC | INSTITUTIONAL | 1844458 | 2.28% | 2025-03-31 |
| VANGUARD WINDSOR FUNDS-Vanguard Windsor Fund | MUTUALFUND | 895460 | 1.11% | 2025-04-30 |
| AIM Sector Funds (Invesco Sector Funds)-INVESCO SMALL CAP VALUE FUND | MUTUALFUND | 667338 | 0.83% | 2025-01-31 |
| ALLSPRING FUNDS TRUST-Allspring Special Mid Cap Value Fund | MUTUALFUND | 658200 | 0.81% | 2025-04-30 |
| Templeton Growth Fund, Inc. | MUTUALFUND | 656628 | 0.81% | 2025-02-28 |
| BARON INVESTMENT Fd.S TRT -BARON SMALL CAP Fd. | MUTUALFUND | 650000 | 0.8% | 2025-03-31 |
| T. Rowe Price All-Cap Opportunities Fd., Inc.-T. Rowe Price All-Cap Op | MUTUALFUND | 608943 | 0.75% | 2025-03-31 |
| Fidelity Puritan Trust-Fidelity Low-Priced Stock Fund | MUTUALFUND | 592152 | 0.73% | 2025-02-28 |
| MFS Massachusetts Investors Growth Stock Fd.-Massachusetts Investors G | MUTUALFUND | 578697 | 0.72% | 2025-02-28 |