Consumer Staples Sector Sees Two Stocks Flashing Warning Signs

Two consumer staples stocks, RLX Technology and Altria Group, have an RSI value of 79.1 and 70.8, respectively, indicating they may be overbought and potentially flash a warning to investors. RLX Technology's stock jumped 13% over the past month, while Altria Group raised its quarterly dividend by 3.9%. The stocks have a 52-week high of $2.69 and $68.60, respectively.

Two consumer staples stocks, RLX Technology and Altria Group, have recently caught the attention of investors due to their strong price performance and high Relative Strength Index (RSI) values. As of September 2, 2025, both stocks are considered overbought, with RLX Technology's RSI value at 79.1 and Altria Group's RSI value at 70.8. This indicates a potential for a short-term pullback or correction.

RLX Technology Inc. (RLX), an ADR, reported strong second-quarter financial results on August 22, 2025. The stock price has surged by around 13% over the past month, reaching a 52-week high of $2.69. Despite the positive price action, the high RSI value suggests that the stock may be overvalued in the short term. Investors should be cautious and monitor the stock's performance closely [1].

Altria Group Inc. (MO) has also shown significant price appreciation, gaining around 9% over the past month and reaching a 52-week high of $68.60. The stock closed at $67.21 on Friday, August 27, 2025, after increasing by 1.2% on the day. Similar to RLX Technology, Altria Group's high RSI value of 70.8 indicates that the stock may be overbought. Investors should remain vigilant and consider the potential for a short-term correction [1].

While both RLX Technology and Altria Group have demonstrated strong performance in recent months, their high RSI values suggest that investors should exercise caution. Overbought stocks can experience a pullback or correction in the short term, which could lead to temporary losses. Investors should monitor these stocks closely and consider their overall portfolio strategy before making any investment decisions.

References
[1] https://www.ainvest.com/news/consumer-staples-stocks-high-rsi-values-rlx-technology-altria-group-2509/