Dow, Inc. materials science company, combining science and technology to develop innovative solutions. It operates through three business segments: Performance Materials & Coatings, Industrial Intermediates & Infrastructure, and Packaging & Specialty Plastics.
Take a look at the 1-year chart of Dow (NYSE: DOW) below with the added notations…
Chart of DOW provided by TradingView
DOW has formed key support at just under $66 over the past several weeks. In addition, the stock is also declining against a down trending resistance line. These two lines has DOW trading within a common pattern known as a descending triangle (yellow). Eventually, the stock will have to break out of it.
The Tale of the Tape: DOW has formed a triangle pattern. A short trade could be made on a break of triangle support, while a long trade could be made if the stock were to break above trendline resistance. Either way, protective stops should be used.
Before making any trading decision, decide which side of the trade you believe gives you the highest probability of success. Do you prefer the short side of the market, long side, or do you want to be in the market at all? If you haven’t thought about it, review the overall indices themselves. For example, take a look at the S&P 500. Is it trending higher or lower? Has it recently broken through a key resistance or support level? Making these decisions ahead of time will help you decide which side of the trade you believe gives you the best opportunities.
No matter what your strategy or when you decide to enter, always remember to use protective stops and you’ll be around for the next trade. Capital preservation is always key!
Good luck!
Christian Tharp, CMT
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