Reckitt Benckiser stock price forecast: Support at GBX5,063 as RKT trades down

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Reckitt Benckiser slides 1.09% today

Highlights

Reckitt Benckiser's core division achieved 1.3% like-for-like net revenue growth, missing analyst expectations of 2.9%.
Management cautioned that consumer spending is just beginning to reflect inflationary pressures, raising concerns about future demand.
Technical momentum is currently bullish, but the price closed near session lows, with expected consolidation between GBX4,541 and GBX5,602 in coming days.

Sales shortfall and inflation commentary weigh on near-term confidence

Reckitt Benckiser posted first-quarter like-for-like net revenue growth of 1.3% for its Core Reckitt division, which fell short of the 2.9% analyst forecast reported by Reuters. This result points to softer than anticipated sales trends, potentially impacting market confidence in the near term. Additionally, management commented in June that the effects of inflation on consumers are only starting to materialize, suggesting further caution around future growth and spending patterns.

Momentum signals positive as price tests support beneath long-term average

On the hourly chart, RKT is trading above both the 20-period and 50-period moving averages, but remains below the 200-period moving average. The Ichimoku Kijun level at GBX5,063 currently acts as immediate support. Momentum signals are positive, with the Moving Average Convergence Divergence (MACD) and Average Directional Index (ADX) both in Buy territory. The Relative Strength Index (RSI) and Commodity Channel Index (CCI) also register Buy signals, indicating robust momentum, though neither is at an extreme. The Stochastic RSI is neutral, while Bull/Bear Power signals intraday overbought conditions. The Awesome Oscillator supports a positive trend. However, the price closing near the session’s low under moderate volatility suggests traders should be watchful for signs of short-term reversal pressure.

Upside favored as consolidation holds within defined volatility band

Over the next two to three days, RKT is projected to consolidate between GBX4,541 and GBX5,602. A move higher is more probable, with a 77% likelihood of an upside scenario, while the chance of a downward move stands at 23%. The baseline expectation is for price stability within this band of typical volatility. Upside extension would require a break above resistance, while a breach below the immediate support level could trigger further short-term declines.

Anton Kharitonov, expert at Traders Union, sees Reckitt Benckiser as facing several headwinds. The Q1 revenue miss and cautious management guidance limit near-term sentiment. Technical momentum is positive, but the stock remains under long-term pressure and volatility is moderate. He states, "Until a clear break above GBX5,602, I remain cautious and prefer a defensive stance."

Earlier, analysts noted that Reckitt Benckiser’s technical outlook was buoyed by short- and medium-term momentum but tempered by overbought risk and long-term caution. With the latest sales results falling short of expectations and immediate support now in focus, traders should remain alert for signs of volatility-driven reversals or a potential breakout, as directional conviction may hinge on the stock’s ability to hold above the Ichimoku Kijun level in the coming sessions.

Source of Data: RKT Price Analysis by TU

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