Should you buy ATLO stock?
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Based on market data through , StockInvest.us rates Ames National Corporation (ATLO) as a Buy Candidate with a technical score of 3.33 on its -10 to +10 scale. The rating is unchanged from the previous daily evaluation.
- Buy signal since
- Price since signal Up 4.10%
- 3-month trend forecast Up 8.84%
- Excellent financial health (Piotroski 8/9)
- Lower volatility than the market (beta 0.29)
- High gross margin of 71.0%
Red day on Monday for Ames National Corporation stock after losing 0.768%
(Market data through Aug 10, 2026)
The Ames National Corporation stock price fell by -0.768% on the last day (Monday, 10th Aug 2026) from $31.25 to $31.01. During the last trading day the stock fluctuated 1.62% from a day low at $30.84 to a day high of $31.34. The price has risen in 6 of the last 10 days and is up by 2.58% over the past 2 weeks. Volume fell on the last day along with the stock, which is actually a good sign as volume should follow the stock. On the last day, the trading volume fell by -6 thousand shares and in total, 25 thousand shares were bought and sold for approximately $767.13 thousand.
The stock lies in the middle of a weak rising trend in the short term and a further rise within the trend is signaled. Given the current short-term trend, the stock is expected to rise 8.84% during the next 3 months and, with a 90% probability hold a price between $32.42 and $34.30 at the end of this 3-month period.
ATLO Signals & Forecast
The Ames National Corporation stock holds a sell signal from the short-term Moving Average; at the same time, however, there is a buy signal from the long-term average. Since the short-term average is above the long-term average there is a general buy signal in the stock giving a positive forecast for the stock. On further gains, the stock will meet resistance from the short-term Moving Average at approximately $31.09. On a fall, the stock will find some support from the long-term average at approximately $30.09. A break-up through the short-term average will send a buy signal, whereas a breakdown through the long-term average will send a sell signal. Furthermore, there is a buy signal from the 3 month Moving Average Convergence Divergence (MACD). Some negative signals were issued as well, and these may have some influence on the near short-term development. A sell signal was issued from a pivot top point on Thursday, August 06, 2026, and so far it has fallen -1.34%. Further fall is indicated until a new bottom pivot has been found. Volume fell along with the price during the last trading day, which is technical positive. One should, however, note that this stock may have low liquidity in periods, which increases the general risk.
Support, Risk & Stop-loss for Ames National Corporation stock
Ames National Corporation finds support from accumulated volume at $30.85 and this level may hold a buying opportunity as an upwards reaction can be expected when the support is being tested.
In general the stock tends to have controlled movements and therefore the general risk is considered low. However, be aware of low or falling volume and make sure to keep an eye on the stock. During the last day, the stock moved $0.500 between high and low, or 1.62%. For the last week the stock has had daily average volatility of 1.90%.
Our recommended stop-loss: $29.77 (-4.00%) (This stock has low daily movements and this gives low risk. There is a sell signal from a pivot top found 2 days ago.)
Trading Expectations (ATLO) For The Upcoming Trading Day Of Tuesday 11th
For the upcoming trading day on Tuesday, 11th we expect Ames National Corporation to open at $31.06, and during the day (based on 14 day Average True Range), to move between $30.68 and $31.34, which gives a possible trading interval of +/-$0.662 (+/-2.16%) up or down from last closing price. If Ames National Corporation takes out the full calculated possible swing range there will be an estimated 2.16% move between the lowest and the highest trading price during the day.
Since the stock is closer to the resistance from accumulated volume at $31.13 (0.39%) than the support at $30.85 (0.52%), our systems don't find the trading risk/reward intra-day attractive and any bets should be held until the stock is closer to the support level.
Is Ames National Corporation stock A Buy?
Several short-term signals, along with a general good trend, are positive and we conclude that the current level may hold a buying opportunity as there is a fair chance for Ames National Corporation stock to perform well in the short-term.
Current score:
3.329
Buy Candidate
Unchanged
Predicted Fair Opening Price
Predicted fair opening price on August 11, 2026 - $31.06 ( 0.172%).
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ATLO Performance
Trading levels for ATLO
Fibonacci Support & Resistance Levels
| Level | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| R3 | 31.56 | 1.78% |
| R2 | 31.37 | 1.17% |
| R1 | 31.25 | 0.788% |
| Price | 31.01 | |
| S1 | 30.87 | -0.444% |
| S2 | 30.75 | -0.82% |
| S3 | 30.56 | -1.44% |
Accumulated Volume Support & Resistance Levels
| Level | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| R3 | 31.32 | 1.00% |
| R2 | 31.25 | 0.774% |
| R1 | 31.13 | 0.387% |
| Price | 31.01 | |
| S1 | 30.85 | -0.516% |
| S2 | 30.62 | -1.26% |
| S3 | 29.81 | -3.87% |
ATLO Dividend Payout History
| # | Ex-Date | Pay Date | Amount | Yield | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jun 01, 2026 | Jun 01, 2026 | Jun 15, 2026 | $0.240 | 0.86% |
| 2 | Feb 13, 2026 | Feb 27, 2026 | Mar 13, 2026 | $0.240 | 0.86% |
| 3 | Nov 12, 2025 | Dec 01, 2025 | Dec 15, 2025 | $0.200 | 0.96% |
| 4 | Aug 13, 2025 | Aug 29, 2025 | Sep 15, 2025 | $0.200 | 1.05% |
| 5 | Feb 12, 2025 | May 30, 2025 | Jun 13, 2025 | $0.200 | 1.12% |
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