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Vanguard Materials ETF (VAW) Technical Analysis
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| | It was the negative week for the Vanguard Materials ETF (VAW). During the week, the VAW dropped -16.10 points, or -8.61%, and closed at 171.00 on Friday, April 4, 2025. Weekly volume was 146% above average.
 Long-term trend: [See VAW long-term trend chart]
A long-term downtrend had started on October 18, 2024 at 215.82 and reached 170.60 on April 4, 2025. VAW lost 45.22 points, or 20.95%, in 24 weeks. The chart has formed a Broadening Descending Wedge chart pattern. The trend support level is at 155.03 and resistance is at 197.29. A Broadening Descending Wedge pattern is considered to be a reversal formation. It usually appears in a mature trend, characterized by overbought/oversold long-term and short-term indicators, and often generates divergence on long-term indicators. Use the following link to access a Broadening Descending Wedge chart pattern help, or use a Technical Stock Screener to see the list of stocks with Broadening Descending Wedge pattern in a long-term trend.
 Medium-term trend: [See VAW medium-term trend chart]
A medium-term downtrend had started on February 18, 2025 at 202.50 and reached 170.60 on April 4, 2025. VAW lost 31.90 points, or 15.75%, in 6 weeks. The chart has formed a Falling Channel chart pattern. The downtrend support line (182.67) is broken. Usually a broken support is considered to be a long-term bearish signal, although a short-term pull back is possible. Use the following links to access Trend Support/Resistance Help, or use the Technical Stock Screener to see the list of stocks with broken trend support in a medium-term trend.
 Weekly Technical Indicators: [See VAW weekly technical indicators chart]
Weekly Williams' Percentage Range is oversold. Use the Technical Stock Screener to see the list of stocks with weekly oversold Williams' Percentage Range. Oscillators are designed to signal a possible trend reversal. They can act as alerts and should be taken in conjunction with other technical analysis tools. Oscillators can be used to confirm other technical signals. Use the following link to access Williams' Percentage Range help.
The weekly MACD line is below its signal line since November 15, 2024. This is an indication that the medium-term trend is down. Use the following link to access a MACD help.
 Short-term trend: [See VAW short-term trend chart]
A short-term downtrend had started on March 19, 2025 at 193.50 and reached 170.60 on April 4, 2025. VAW lost 22.90 points, or 11.83%, in 16 days. Price is near the trend low.
 Daily Technical Indicators: [See VAW daily technical indicators chart]
Daily technical indicators are neutral.
The daily MACD line is below its signal line since April 2, 2025. This is an indication that the short-term trend is down.
The price has closed on Friday below the lower Bollinger Band. It is considered a bearish signal. The Bollinger Bands are often used with a non-oscillator indicator like chart patterns or a trendline. The signals are considered more reliable if these indicators confirm the recommendation of the Bollinger Bands. Use the following links to access the Bollinger Bands Help, or use the Technical Stock Screener to see the list of stocks with the price above the Upper Bollinger Band or below the Lower Bollinger Band.
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