To predict the stock price of Edwards Lifesciences (EW) for the next trading week, we analyze both technical indicators and recent news sentiment.
The current price of EW is $70.46, with a 14-day RSI of 47.37, indicating a neutral position. The MACD is slightly negative at -0.53, suggesting mild bearish momentum. Fibonacci resistance levels are at $71.32 (R1) and $72.39 (R2), while support is at $67.86 (S1).
EW reported strong Q4 earnings with a 9% sales increase, beating Wall Street estimates. Analysts maintain a "Moderate Buy" rating with a mean price target of $79.35, indicating a potential upside of 14.5% from current prices.
Based on the analysis, the stock price of EW is expected to be around $70.63 next week. Considering the current technical indicators and news sentiment, it is recommended to sell or hold the stock as the potential upside appears limited compared to the downside risk.
The price of EW is predicted to go up 9.76%, based on the high correlation periods with BK. The similarity of these two price pattern on the periods is 97.65%.
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Edwards' efforts to focus on efficiency and higher-margin products have paid off, as gross margins increased from 47% in 2000 to 77% in 2023.
Cardiothoracic surgeons are a fairly conservative bunch and like to stick with proven devices and brands. As a pioneer in heart valves, Edwards continues to be seen as the gold standard.
Edwards should benefit from an aging population, which experiences problems with heart valves and congestive heart failure with greater frequency.
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