SoFi Technologies (NASDAQ: SOFI) Stock Analysis: Nosedive Indicates Potential Buying Opportunity

StockInvest.us, 2 years ago

Summary

As of September 22, 2023, SoFi Technologies' stock has experienced a significant decrease in price, but its low RSI score suggests possible overselling and a potential upward correction, making it a cautious 'Hold' for investors.

SoFi Technical Analysis

As of the close of the market on September 22, 2023, SoFi Technologies, Inc.’s stock (NASDAQ: SOFI) was trading at $7.54, marking a decrease of 5.16%. The day's action ranged between a low price of $7.44 to a high of $8.05. However, the stock price has exhibited a significant nosedive from its highest price this year at $11.7.

This drop is further evidenced by an RSI14 value of 27. The Relative Strength Index (RSI) is a momentum oscillator that measures the speed and change of price movements. The low RSI score suggests possible overselling, implying that the share price may soon see an upward correction.

Observing its moving averages, the stock's 50-day moving average stands at $8.96, which is higher than its 200-day moving average of $6.87. This configuration indicates a bearish trend currently in play for SoFi. Moreover, with the Moving Average Convergence Divergence (MACD) of 0.16, there is still no clear indication of a trend reversal.

The Average True Range (ATR) is $5.32. This high ATR suggests a more significant level of volatility. Currently, the stock lacks identified support levels, with a noted resistance at around $8.34.

Fundamental Analysis

SoFi Technologies, Inc. has a significant market cap of $7.16 billion, showing its substantial size as a company. Their volume of traded shares has been quite high at 38.53 million relative to the 36.67 million average volume.

The current EPS stands at -$0.24, which indicates that the company is not currently profitable. This is also reflected in the negative PE ratio of -31.42.

SoFi Analysts have provided varying target prices for SoFi Technologies, with a high of $22 and a low of $2.5, indicating a median target of $8 and a consensus target of $10.

The analyst consensus rating is a 'Buy' with six analysts recommending 'Buy,' three recommending a 'Hold,' and three recommending a 'Sell.' This shows an overall positive sentiment. It's worth noting that CNBC personality Jim Cramer expressed a positive stance for the stock, suggesting that he would be a buyer.

The company is due for an earnings announcement on October 30, 2023. This event could significantly impact stock price depending on the results reported.

Recent News Impact and Predictions

According to recent news, SoFi Technologies has been identified as a stock with potential and is gaining attention from investors. It is also being hailed for its wealth-making potential.

Taking into account these news interpretations and the technical and fundamental analysis, it is challenging to accurately predict the specific stock price for the next trading day, September 25, 2023, or the upcoming week. Remember, the stock’s price could be influenced by numerous factors, including overall market conditions and company-specific news or events.

Final Evaluation

For SoFi Technologies, given its status as an early-stage company, the potential for growth could be significant as indicated by its high target prices. The company's current negative profitability metrics indicate a risky investment. However, it could also be seen as an opportunity for investors with a high risk-reward threshold. The oversold situation may present a buying opportunity for some investors.

Considering the input from various analysts and the potential growth implied by the news, SoFi Technologies' stock can be classified as a 'Hold.' While it shows potential for substantial growth, the current lack of profitability and the negative price trends necessitate caution. Continued monitoring of the stock for signs of trend reversal would be recommended before making a 'Buy' decision.

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