Ventas Surges to 466th in Trading Volume with $217 Million in Shares Exchanged

On May 27, 2025, Ventas (VTR) experienced a significant surge in trading volume, with a total of $217 million in shares exchanged, marking an 88.14% increase from the previous day. This surge placed Ventas at the 466th position in terms of trading volume for the day. The stock price rose by 1.45%, marking its third consecutive day of gains, with a total increase of 2.25% over the past three days.

Ventas Inc. has been identified as a sell candidate since May 19, 2025, with a loss of 0.67%. The stock price increased by 1.45% on the last trading day, rising from $64.12 to $65.05. The stock has gained for three consecutive days, and it will be interesting to observe whether it can sustain this upward momentum or take a brief pause in the coming days. During the last trading session, the stock fluctuated by 1.21%, ranging from a low of $64.46 to a high of $65.24. Over the past two weeks, the stock has experienced a slight decline of 0.12%. The trading volume increased on the last day, which is a positive technical indicator, with approximately 2 million more shares traded than the previous day, totaling 3 million shares exchanged for around $216.98 million.

Ventas Inc. is currently in the middle of a wide and falling short-term trend, with further declines expected within this trend. Based on the current short-term trend, the stock is projected to decrease by 5.15% over the next three months, with a 90% probability of holding a price between $58.13 and $65.41 by the end of this period. A buy signal was issued from a pivot bottom point on May 21, 2025, and the stock has since risen by 2.25%. Further gains are anticipated until a new top pivot is identified. The rising volume along with the price is considered a positive technical signal. However, some negative signals have also been issued, which may influence the near-term development. The stock holds a buy signal from the short-term moving average, while the long-term average indicates a general sell signal. Since the long-term average is above the short-term average, there is a general sell signal for the stock, suggesting a more negative outlook. On further gains, the stock will encounter resistance from the long-term moving average at $66.18. On a decline, the stock will find support from the short-term average at $64.65. A break above the long-term average will provide another buy signal, while a fall below the short-term average will add another sell signal, strengthening the overall negative outlook. Additionally, there is currently a sell signal from the 3-month Moving Average Convergence Divergence (MACD).

A buy signal from a double bottom formation was identified on May 21, 2025. According to the theory of this formation, the price is expected to rise by 17.23% to $76.26 within 30 trading days from the signal date. Ventas Inc. finds support from accumulated volume at $64.83, which may present a buying opportunity as an upward reaction can be expected when the support level is tested. The stock has average daily movements and good trading volume, indicating a medium level of risk. During the last trading day, the stock moved $0.780 between its high and low points, or 1.21%. Over the past week, the stock has had an average daily volatility of 1.49%.

For the upcoming trading day on May 28, 2025, Ventas Inc. is expected to open at $64.92, with a possible trading range between $63.72 and $66.38, based on the 14-day Average True Range. This gives a potential trading interval of +/-$1.33 (+/-2.05%) from the last closing price. If Ventas Inc. covers the full calculated possible swing range, there will be an estimated 4.10% move between the lowest and highest trading prices during the day. Since the stock is closer to the support from accumulated volume at $64.83 (0.34%) than the resistance at $65.54 (0.75%), the trading risk/reward intra-day is considered attractive, and profit can be made before the stock reaches the first resistance level. The dividend for VTR is scheduled to be paid on June 30, 2025, with an ex-dividend date of June 30, 2025. The dividend amount is $0.480.