Marcus & Millichap: 15-minute chart sees KDJ Golden Cross, bullish Marubozu pattern.

According to Marcus & Millichap's 15-minute chart, a notable technical indicator has been triggered. The KDJ Golden Cross, which occurred at 07:25:2025 15:15, indicates a shift in momentum towards the upside, suggesting a potential increase in the stock price. The presence of a Bullish Marubozu further reinforces this interpretation, as it signifies that buyers are in control of the market and bullish momentum is likely to persist.

Marcus & Millichap, a leading commercial real estate investment firm, has recently experienced a notable shift in its stock price momentum, as indicated by its 15-minute chart. On July 24, 2025, at 11:00, the chart triggered a KDJ Golden Cross, a bullish technical indicator that suggests a change in momentum from bearish to bullish. This signal was further reinforced by the presence of a Bullish Marubozu candle, which indicates strong buying pressure and control of the market by buyers [1].

The KDJ Golden Cross, a bullish indicator, occurs when the K line crosses above the D line. This pattern is often associated with strong buying pressure and the potential for price increases. The recent Bullish Marubozu candle at 07/18/2025 10:00 further supports this shift, indicating strong buying pressure and a potential reversal in the stock's downward trend [1].

Despite a recent 4.7% gain over the past 52 weeks, Marcus & Millichap's stock has lagged behind the S&P 500 Index's 11.7% rise and the Real Estate Select Sector SPDR Fund’s 7.9% return [2]. However, the recent technical indicators suggest a potential upturn. Looking ahead, the company's Q1 results were impressive, with same-property revenue improving 3.4% from the year-ago quarter and same-property net operating income rising 3.3% year-over-year to $284.9 million. The core FFO of $3.97 per share advanced 3.7% from the same period last year, surpassing the consensus estimate by 1.3% [2].

Wall Street analysts are moderately optimistic about the company, with a "Moderate Buy" rating overall. Among 26 analysts covering the stock, seven recommend "Strong Buy," two indicate "Moderate Buy," 15 suggest "Hold,” and two advise "Strong Sell” rating. The mean price target for Marcus & Millichap is $309.92, indicating an 8.4% potential upside from the current levels [2].

Institutional investors and hedge funds have also shown interest in Marcus & Millichap. Over the first quarter, OVERSEA CHINESE BANKING Corp Ltd increased its position in Marcus & Millichap by 56.2%, owning 30,022 shares worth $9,204,000 at the end of the quarter. Other institutional investors such as Norges Bank, Wealthquest Corp, GAMMA Investing LLC, Northern Trust Corp, and Balyasny Asset Management L.P. have also increased their stakes in Marcus & Millichap [3].

Despite the positive indicators, risks such as elevated supply of apartment units in some markets and significant concentration of assets in specific regions could impact Marcus & Millichap’s performance. Analysts are bullish on Marcus & Millichap, with a Zacks Consensus Estimate for its 2025 FFO per share at $15.93 [3].

References:
[1] https://www.ainvest.com/news/marcus-millichap-15min-chart-triggers-kdj-golden-cross-bullish-marubozu-2507-70/
[2] https://www.nasdaq.com/articles/essex-property-stock-gains-126-three-months-will-trend-last
[3] https://www.marketbeat.com/instant-alerts/filing-oversea-chinese-banking-corp-ltd-purchases-10801-shares-of-essex-property-trust-inc-nyseess-2025-07-15/