Top 2 Risk Off Stocks That May Crash In September

Author: Avi Kapoor | September 04, 2024 09:06am

As of Sept. 4, 2024, two stocks in the consumer staples sector could be flashing a real warning to investors who value momentum as a key criteria in their trading decisions.

The RSI is a momentum indicator, which compares a stock’s strength on days when prices go up to its strength on days when prices go down. When compared to a stock’s price action, it can give traders a better sense of how a stock may perform in the short term. An asset is typically considered overbought when the RSI is above 70, according to Benzinga Pro.

Here's the latest list of major overbought players in this sector.

Altria Group Inc (NYSE:MO)

• On Aug. 22, Altria increased its quarterly dividend by 4.1% to $1.02 per share. The company's stock gained around 10% over the past month and has a <a href=”https://www.benzinga.com/quote/MO”><em>52-week high of $54.48 </em></a>.
• RSI Value: 79.57                              
• MO Price Action: Shares of Altria closed at $54.07 on Tuesday.

Kellanova (NYSE:K)

• On Aug. 14, Mars, Inc. agreed to acquire Kellanova for $83.50 per share, valuing it at $35.9 billion, including assumed net leverage. Steve Cahillane, Chairman, President and CEO of Kellanova,added, "This is a truly historic combination with a compelling cultural and strategic fit. Kellanova has been on a transformation journey to become the world's best snacking company, and this opportunity to join Mars enables us to accelerate the realization of our full potential and our vision." The company's stock gained around 10% over the past month and has a 52-week high of $80.97.
• RSI Value: 81.98
• K Price Action: Shares of Kellanova closed at $80.16 on Tuesday.

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