IBM

IBM

International Business Machines Corp
Technology
$232.67 +1.67% As of Aug 19, 1:10 AM
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Trade Idea

Strategy
Bull Call
Strikes
$270/275
Expiration
Aug 7
Target ROI
100.0%
Trade Reasoning
The current stock price of $273.81 is near the $270 strike, making this an optimal entry point for a Bull Call Spread as it capitalizes on the upward momentum while minimizing risk. With no identified technical risk factors, the market conditions support a bullish outlook, and the ATM spread structure allows for a favorable risk/reward profile with limited downside and significant profit potential if IBM rallies. Maya's edge comes from disciplined trade management—knowing when to exit is just as important as when to enter. Subscribe to get real-time open and close alerts that take the guesswork out of trading.

Technical Analysis

Downtrend Intact: IBM Rejected at EMAs, Trades $232.67

Bearish
Aug 19, 2026 at 1:10 AM $232.67 (+1.67%)

Shares of International Business Machines Corp (IBM) rose 1.67% to $232.67 on August 19.

From a technical standpoint, the outlook appears mixed:

Moving Averages Price sits below both the 9-day ($233.07) and 21-day ($234.31) EMAs, suggesting short-term weakness.
Momentum RSI at 44.8 is in neutral territory. MACD is bullish (-3.03 vs signal -4.93).
Volatility Bollinger Band width at 17.2% indicates normal volatility.

While EMAs remain bearish, positive MACD divergence hints at potential support around $207.99.

Traders are watching $207.99 on the downside and $247.25 on the upside.

Momentum Shifts Higher in IBM at $232.67

Bullish
Aug 18, 2026 at 9:01 PM $232.67 (+1.67%)

IBM Slips Below Moving Averages, Testing $228.85

Bearish
Aug 18, 2026 at 1:34 AM $228.85 (-2.34%)

IBM Technicals Deteriorate at $228.85 Level

Bearish
Aug 17, 2026 at 9:02 PM $228.85 (-2.34%)

MACD Confirms IBM Uptrend at $234.32

Bullish
Aug 17, 2026 at 12:29 AM $234.32 (-1.19%)
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Key Stats

Entry Price $2.50
Max Profit $2.50
Max Loss $2.50
Days to Exp -12
Trade Date Jun 29, 2026
Disclaimer: This analysis is for educational purposes only. Options trading involves substantial risk. Past performance does not guarantee future results.