Key Takeaways
- Nvidia shares fell Monday after the Trump administration said over the weekend it would impose tariffs, adding to steep losses for the stock that were fueled by concerns related to Chinese startup DeepSeek’s low-cost AI model.
- Nvidia shares broke down below a seven-month rising wedge pattern last week on the highest trading volume since August 2023, suggesting institutional selling participation.
- Investors should watch key support levels on Nvidia’s chart around $96, $76, and $50, while also monitoring important resistance levels near $130 and $150.
Nvidia (NVDA) shares fell Monday after the Trump administration said over the weekend it would impose tariffs on major trading partners, adding to the stock’s steep losses last week that were fueled by concerns related to Chinese startup DeepSeek’s low-cost AI model.
The tariffs, which impose 25% levies on Mexican and most Canadian imports, and 10% on all goods from China, have prompted concerns of a broader global trade war that could see countries introduce counter measures on items, including American AI chips.
Nvidia shares were down more than 2% at around $117 in late trading Monday, after falling 16% last week following the revelation of DeepSeek’s success, which sparked concerns that Big Tech’s investment in the chipmaker’s pricey AI offerings could wane.
Nvidia shares have lost nearly a quarter of their value since hitting a record high in early January but are still up about 80% over the past 12 months.
Below, we zoom out on Nvidia’s weekly chart to identify key longer-term price levels worth watching.
Rising Wedge Breakdown
Nvidia shares broke down below a seven-month rising wedge pattern last week on the highest trading volume since August 2023, suggesting institutional selling participation.
Moreover, the relative strength index (RSI) fell below the 50 threshold to its lowest level since December 2022, confirming increasing selling momentum.
Amid increasing market volatility, let’s identify key support and resistance levels that investors may be watching.
Key Support Levels to Watch
A breakdown below the 50-period MA this week could see Nvidia shares fall to around $96, a location on the chart where they may find support near the March peak and August trough.
The next lower support level to watch sits around $76. Buyers may look for entry points in this area near the April pullback low that formed toward the end of the stock’s strong trending period between October 2022 and June last year.
A close below this region opens the door for a more significant correction down to the psychological $50 level. The shares may attract support in this location near the 200-period MA, which also currently aligns with the stock’s August and November 2023 peaks.
Important Resistance Levels to Monitor
Upon a recovery, investors should initially monitor the $130 level, an area where the stock could encounter selling pressure near the August 2024 peak and December trough.
Finally, follow-through buying could see Nvidia shares revisit the $150 level. Investors who have bought during the recent selloff could look to lock in profits near a series of price points situated just below the stock’s record high.
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