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- 4/17/2025 -
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Vanguard Small Cap ETF (VB) Technical Analysis
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| | It was a second consecutive positive week for the Vanguard Small Cap ETF (VB). During the week, the VB climbed 1.22 points, or 0.59%, and closed at 207.02 on Thursday, April 17, 2025. Weekly volume was 97% above average.
 Long-term trend: [See VB long-term trend chart]
A long-term uptrend had started on October 13, 2022 at 168.65 and reached 263.40 on November 25, 2024. VB gained -94.75 points, or -56.18%, in 110 weeks. The chart has formed a Broadening Ascending Wedge chart pattern. The trend support level is at 183.62 and resistance is at 274.76. A Broadening Ascending 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 Ascending Wedge chart pattern help, or use a Technical Stock Screener to see the list of stocks with Broadening Ascending Wedge pattern in a long-term trend.
 Medium-term trend: [See VB medium-term trend chart]
A medium-term downtrend had started on November 25, 2024 at 263.40 and reached 190.30 on April 7, 2025. VB lost 73.10 points, or 27.75%, in 19 weeks. Price is near the Fibonacci 23.6% retracement level. The Fibonacci retracement level is considered a support/resistance level.
 Weekly Technical Indicators: [See VB weekly technical indicators chart]
Weekly technical indicators are neutral. During the last week, weekly Lane's Stochastic signal line (%D) has moved above oversold area. Such crossover is considered a bullish signal. 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 Lane's Stochastic help.
The weekly MACD line is below its signal line since December 27, 2024. This is an indication that the medium-term trend is down. The distance between MACD and the signal line is near its high and getting bigger. It indicates that the current medium-term downtrend is strong. Use the following link to access a MACD help.
 Short-term trend: [See VB short-term trend chart]
A short-term uptrend had started on April 7, 2025 at 190.30 and reached 213.20 on April 9, 2025. VB gained -22.90 points, or -12.03%, in 2 days. The price is now at the 26.99% retracement level.
Daily Technical Indicators: [See VB daily technical indicators chart]
Daily technical indicators are neutral.
During the last week, daily MACD line has moved above its signal line. Such crossover is considered a bullish signal.
The distance between the Bollinger Bands is 168.61% higher then one year average. It indicates the period of high volatility of the stock price. 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.
 Candlestick pattern: [See VB candlestick chart pattern]
On Friday the chart has formed a Bearish Downside Tasuki Gap Candlestick pattern. This is a rare continuation formation that appears in a strongly downward moving market. The reliability of the Bearish Downside Tasuki Gap pattern is medium. Use the Technical Stock Screener to see the list of stocks that had a Bearish Downside Tasuki Gap Candlestick pattern during the last week.
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