In the high-stakes world of AI stocks, even giants can stumble. Join us as we dissect Nvidia’s recent 35% correction and uncover what it means for traders and investors alike.
In the ever-evolving landscape of the stock market, few companies have captured the imagination of investors quite like Nvidia. As the undisputed champion of AI stocks, Nvidia’s meteoric rise has been nothing short of spectacular. But what happens when a stock that seemed unstoppable suddenly shows signs of weakness?
Welcome, traders and investors, to a deep dive into the recent correction of Nvidia’s stock price. I’m Deron Wagner, founder of Morpheus Trading Group, and today we’re joined by our head stock analyst Rick Pedicelli who is going to unravel the complexities of Nvidia’s recent market behavior using our signature multi-timeframe analysis approach.
Rick Pedicelli here.
Let’s start by setting the stage. Nvidia has been on an absolute tear, with a mind-boggling 600% run since breaking its downtrend line in January 2023. This kind of performance doesn’t just turn heads; it redefines what’s possible in the market. But as any seasoned trader knows, trees don’t grow to the sky, and even the mightiest stocks need to take a breather.
Now, let’s zoom in on the daily chart, where the short-term drama is unfolding. For those new to technical analysis, we use the 10 and 20-day moving averages (MAs) to gauge short-term trends, while the 50-day MA gives us a view of the intermediate trend. In a strong uptrend, we typically see the price above the 20-day EMA, which in turn is above the 50-day MA. This is where the “easy money” is made on the long side.
But here’s where things get interesting. Nvidia has recently broken below both its 20-day and 50-day MAs. This isn’t just a minor hiccup; it’s a significant change in character for the stock. We’re seeing lower lows and lower highs forming below the 50-day MA, a clear sign that momentum is shifting to the bears, at least in the short term.
Let’s put this correction into perspective. We’re looking at a 35% pullback from the highs, which is notably deeper than previous corrections of around 21%. Is this cause for panic? Not necessarily. Remember, this comes after a 16-month, 600% advance. Even the most robust stocks need to consolidate gains, and for a mega-cap name like Nvidia, this kind of breather is not out of the ordinary.
Switching gears to the weekly chart, we see confirmation of our daily analysis. The stock has broken below its 10-week MA, with the average starting to curl downwards. This is another sign of that change in character we mentioned earlier. However – and this is crucial – the 40-week MA (roughly equivalent to the 200-day MA on the daily chart) is still in a strong uptrend.
Here’s where things get really interesting for longer-term investors and swing traders. In a strong uptrend, the first touch of the 200-day MA (or 40-week MA on the weekly chart) often provides significant support. We haven’t seen this touch yet, but it’s something to watch for. When it happens, it could present a lower-risk entry point for those looking to establish or add to long-term positions.
Now, let’s zoom out even further to the monthly chart. Here, we use the 8-month EMA as our guide. Throughout Nvidia’s powerful uptrend from 2020 to 2022, the price consistently held above this moving average. The good news? It’s just touched and bounced off this level in the current month. This is a positive sign for the long-term trend, suggesting that despite the short-term weakness, the larger bullish structure remains intact.
So, what’s the playbook for traders and investors moving forward?
- Short-term traders: The landscape is challenging right now. With Nvidia below its 50-day EMA and a downtrend line in place, there’s not much to do on the long side until we see higher lows forming and a push back above the 10-week EMA.
- Intermediate-term traders: Watch for a potential touch of the 40-week MA. This could offer a lower-risk entry point if you believe in the long-term Nvidia story.
- Long-term investors: Keep an eye on the 100 level (with some wiggle room down to 92). As long as the price holds above the 8-month EMA on the monthly chart, the long-term uptrend remains intact.
Key Takeaways:
- Nvidia’s 35% correction is significant but not unusual given its massive prior advance.
- Short-term momentum has shifted bearish, but long-term trend structures remain bullish.
- The first touch of the 200-day MA could provide a key support level and potential entry point.
- Long-term investors should watch the 8-month EMA on the monthly chart for signs of trend health.
Remember, in trading and investing, context is everything. While Nvidia’s recent price action might look scary on the daily chart, zooming out to the weekly and monthly timeframes paints a more nuanced picture. This correction could very well be the “left side of the base” forming, setting up for the next leg higher.
As always, manage your risk, size your positions appropriately, and never forget that in the market, anything can happen. Stay vigilant, keep learning, and most importantly, trade what you see, not what you think.
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