MRK Merck & Co., Inc.
Drug Manufacturers - General NYSE
Trading Signals (MRK)
Overall Signal
SELL
Strong sellish signal based on multiple indicators.
Key Price Levels
Support Levels
- Strong Support $71.66
- Medium Support $74.21
- Weak Support $76.75
Resistance Levels
- Weak Resistance $81.83
- Medium Resistance $84.37
- Strong Resistance $86.92
Stop Loss Suggestions
- Conservative $84.72
- Moderate $83.1
- Aggressive $85.65
Analyst Ratings
Current Rating
Signal Indicator
| Indicator | Signal | Strength | Timeframe |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moving Averages | SELL |
|
Short & Medium Term |
| Oscillators | SELL |
|
Short Term |
| Trend Indicators | SELL |
|
Short & Medium Term |
| Volume Indicators | BUY |
|
Short & Medium Term |
| Support/Resistance | NEUTRAL |
|
Short Term |
Stock Price Prediction Price Target Probabilities (MRK)
Quarterly Outlook :
2025-08-26
Bullish Scenario
from current 10.8%
Strong upward momentum and confirmed bullish trend, with potential for significant price appreciation. Indicators point to sustained buying pressure. ADX (30.71) indicates a strong trend. -DI > +DI suggests strong bearish directional bias. RSI (42.19) is in bearish territory, indicating downward momentum. MACD line (-2.35) is above Signal line (-3.03) (bullish crossover), confirming upward momentum. Current Weekly ATR is 4.28, indicating the average weekly price range.
2025-08-26
Base Scenario
from current -2.16%
Price is likely to continue its moderate trajectory, reflecting underlying market conditions and historical volatility. Indicators suggest a balanced outlook. ADX (30.71) indicates a strong trend. -DI > +DI suggests strong bearish directional bias. RSI (42.19) is in bearish territory, indicating downward momentum. MACD line (-2.35) is above Signal line (-3.03) (bullish crossover), confirming upward momentum. Current Weekly ATR is 4.28, indicating the average weekly price range.
2025-08-26
Bearish Scenario
from current -13.49%
Increased selling pressure and potential for a significant price correction or downtrend. Indicators suggest waning bullish momentum or strengthening bearish forces. ADX (30.71) indicates a strong trend. -DI > +DI suggests strong bearish directional bias. RSI (42.19) is in bearish territory, indicating downward momentum. MACD line (-2.35) is above Signal line (-3.03) (bullish crossover), confirming upward momentum. Current Weekly ATR is 4.28, indicating the average weekly price range.
Annual Outlook
2025-08-26
Bullish Scenario
from current 21.59%
Long-term bullish trend with strong fundamental catalysts and sustained institutional buying. Expect significant capital appreciation over the year. ADX (30.71) indicates a strong trend. -DI > +DI suggests strong bearish directional bias. RSI (42.19) is in bearish territory, indicating downward momentum. MACD line (-2.35) is above Signal line (-3.03) (bullish crossover), confirming upward momentum. Current Weekly ATR is 4.28, indicating the average weekly price range.
2025-08-26
Base Scenario
from current -4.32%
Steady long-term growth consistent with market and industry averages. Price expected to follow a typical growth trajectory. ADX (30.71) indicates a strong trend. -DI > +DI suggests strong bearish directional bias. RSI (42.19) is in bearish territory, indicating downward momentum. MACD line (-2.35) is above Signal line (-3.03) (bullish crossover), confirming upward momentum. Current Weekly ATR is 4.28, indicating the average weekly price range.
2025-08-26
Bearish Scenario
from current -26.99%
Long-term bearish trend with significant headwinds from economic factors, industry disruption, or company-specific issues. Expect notable price depreciation. ADX (30.71) indicates a strong trend. -DI > +DI suggests strong bearish directional bias. RSI (42.19) is in bearish territory, indicating downward momentum. MACD line (-2.35) is above Signal line (-3.03) (bullish crossover), confirming upward momentum. Current Weekly ATR is 4.28, indicating the average weekly price range.
Technical Analysis (MRK)
Trend Identification
EMA
Exponential Moving Average
Current price (79.29) is below both Short MA (82.10) and Long MA (79.72). This indicates strong bearish momentum. Short MA (82.10) is above Long MA (79.72), a bullish crossover ('Golden Cross' if it's a significant period). This indicates an upward trend. MAs (82.10, 79.72, 81.99) show mixed alignment, suggesting market indecision or range-bound activity.
MACD
Moving Average Convergence Divergence
MACD line is below the Signal line (bearish crossover). This indicates downward momentum. Histogram (-0.4700) is negative and expanding, confirming bearish momentum. Both MACD and Signal lines are above the zero line, reinforcing bullish momentum (bullish territory). A bearish crossover above the zero line can indicate a reversal from a prior uptrend. Consider this as a potential early sell signal.
ADX
Average Directional Index
ADX (18.72) indicates a weak or non-existent trend (ranging market). -DI (40.18) is above +DI (19.09), suggesting a bearish directional bias. Avoid trend-following strategies. Consider range-bound or reversal strategies, or wait for a clearer trend to develop.
Momentum Measurement
RSI (2025-08-26)
Relative Strength Index
RSI (43.35) is in the bearish territory, but not yet oversold. This indicates downward momentum. Monitor for continuation or signs of strength.
OBV (2025-08-26)
On-Balance Volume
OBV (-140816768.00) 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 (2025-08-26)
Stochastic Oscillator
Stochastics (%K: 35.99, %D: 51.28) 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 (2025-08-26)
Commodity Channel Index
CCI (-124.64) is below -100. This suggests a strong downward momentum and an oversold condition. Consider buying or looking for long entries cautiously. Confirm with price action; if price is making lower lows, momentum is strong. Look for rallies to enter short.
Volatility Measurement
ATR (2025-08-26)
Average True Range
Current ATR is 2.3100. ATR indicates average volatility. Market conditions are relatively stable.
Bollinger Bands (2025-08-26)
Volatility Bands
Current price (79.29) is within the Bollinger Bands (78.41 - 85.79). This suggests the price is trading within its typical volatility range. Price is below the Middle Band (82.10), indicating short-term bearish bias.
Risk Management & Potential Reversals (MRK)
SAR (2025-08-26)
Parabolic Stop and Reverse
SAR points above price indicate bearish trend. Current SAR at 84.72 is 6.85% from price. Consider SAR as a potential take-profit level or to confirm a downtrend.
Stochastic (2025-08-26)
Neutral
Stochastic is in neutral territory (36.0). No clear overbought/oversold signal. Current crossover status: Bearish.
RSI (2025-08-26)
Reversal Perspective
Current RSI level is in neutral territory. No RSI divergence detected. Current RSI level doesn't suggest imminent reversal.
Bollinger Bands (2025-08-26)
Reversal Perspective
Bands show normal bandwidth. Price is in the lower half of the bands, suggesting a bearish bias.No indication of imminent volatility expansion or reversal.
Holder List Top 20 (MRK)
| Holder Name | Holder Type | Shares | Pct. Held | Date Reported |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vanguard Group Inc | INSTITUTIONAL | 252513381 | 10.03% | 2025-03-31 |
| Blackrock Inc. | INSTITUTIONAL | 225398231 | 8.96% | 2025-03-31 |
| State Street Corporation | INSTITUTIONAL | 120529640 | 4.79% | 2025-03-31 |
| Wellington Management Group, LLP | INSTITUTIONAL | 81669651 | 3.25% | 2025-03-31 |
| VANGUARD INDEX FUNDS-Vanguard Total Stock Market Index Fund | MUTUALFUND | 79767296 | 3.17% | 2025-03-31 |
| VANGUARD INDEX FUNDS-Vanguard 500 Index Fund | MUTUALFUND | 70289195 | 2.79% | 2025-03-31 |
| Geode Capital Management, LLC | INSTITUTIONAL | 59657270 | 2.37% | 2025-03-31 |
| Charles Schwab Investment Management, Inc. | INSTITUTIONAL | 49229283 | 1.96% | 2025-03-31 |
| Morgan Stanley | INSTITUTIONAL | 43114452 | 1.71% | 2025-03-31 |
| NORGES BANK | INSTITUTIONAL | 34979885 | 1.39% | 2024-12-31 |
| FMR, LLC | INSTITUTIONAL | 31808043 | 1.26% | 2025-03-31 |
| Fidelity Concord Street Trust-Fidelity 500 Index Fund | MUTUALFUND | 31776116 | 1.26% | 2025-04-30 |
| Bank of America Corporation | INSTITUTIONAL | 31084245 | 1.24% | 2025-03-31 |
| SCHWAB STRATEGIC TRUST-Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF | MUTUALFUND | 30977321 | 1.23% | 2025-05-31 |
| SPDR S&P 500 ETF TRUST | MUTUALFUND | 30476825 | 1.21% | 2025-04-30 |
| iShares Trust-iShares Core S&P 500 ETF | MUTUALFUND | 29964245 | 1.19% | 2025-04-30 |
| VANGUARD INDEX FUNDS-Vanguard Value Index Fund | MUTUALFUND | 22148373 | 0.88% | 2025-03-31 |
| VANGUARD SPECIALIZED FUNDS-Vanguard Health Care Fund | MUTUALFUND | 21505946 | 0.85% | 2025-01-31 |
| SELECT SECTOR SPDR TRUST-The Health Care Select Sector SPDR Fund | MUTUALFUND | 18118405 | 0.72% | 2025-04-30 |
| VANGUARD FENWAY FUNDS-Vanguard Equity Income Fund | MUTUALFUND | 16450141 | 0.65% | 2025-03-31 |