PANW

PANW

Palo Alto Networks Inc
Technology
$240.13 -3.00% As of May 20, 1:40 AM
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Trade Idea

Strategy
Bull Call
Strikes
$160/165
Expiration
Apr 17
Target ROI
100.0%
Trade Reasoning
The MACD is positive and rising, indicating strong bullish momentum, while the short-term EMAs are also trending upwards, confirming the upward price action. Entering a Bull Call Spread at this point allows us to capitalize on the expected rise in PANW's stock price, with the $160/$165 strikes providing a favorable risk/reward ratio. The ATM spread structure minimizes upfront costs while maximizing profit potential should the stock rise, aligning perfectly with our trading strategy focused on small losses and significant gains. 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.
Bullish Factors
MACD Positive and Rising.
• Short-term EMAs are rising.

Technical Analysis

PANW Buyers Exhausted? RSI Warns at $240.13

Bearish
May 20, 2026 at 1:40 AM $240.13 (-3.00%)

Shares of Palo Alto Networks Inc (PANW) declined 3.00% to $240.13 on May 20.

Chart analysis reveals a mixed configuration:

Moving Averages Moving averages are stacked bullishly—9-day EMA ($226.71) supports, 21-day ($206.64) below.
Momentum RSI at 78.9 is elevated in overbought zone, which often precedes pullbacks. MACD reads 18.91 against its 13.80 signal line (bullish).
Volatility Bollinger Band width at 49.7% indicates normal volatility.

The bullish trend is intact, but overbought momentum readings suggest waiting for a pullback.

Traders are watching $151.07 on the downside and $251.05 on the upside.

PANW Approaches Resistance Overbought at $240.13

Bearish
May 19, 2026 at 9:00 PM $240.13 (-3.00%)

PANW RSI Hits Extreme Overbought at $247.55

Bearish
May 18, 2026 at 9:00 PM $247.55 (+1.95%)

PANW Rally May Be Overextended Near $242.83

Bearish
May 17, 2026 at 12:29 AM $242.83 (+1.94%)

PANW Rally Stretched Thin Near $242.83

Bearish
May 16, 2026 at 1:30 AM $242.83 (+1.94%)
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Key Stats

Entry Price $2.50
Max Profit $2.50
Max Loss $2.50
Days to Exp -33
Trade Date Mar 9, 2026
Disclaimer: This analysis is for educational purposes only. Options trading involves substantial risk. Past performance does not guarantee future results.