IAG stock analysis and Elliott Wave technical forecast [Video]

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IAG Elliott Wave technical analysis

Today’s Elliott Wave update focuses on Insurance Australia Group Limited (ASX: IAG). Based on the current wave structure, the stock is navigating through a corrective phase and is expected to decline slightly further before initiating a potential upward movement.

Trend level: Primary (Navy).
Wave type: Motive.
Wave structure: Impulse.
Current position: Wave C (grey) of Wave (4) (orange).

Technical insights:

Wave (4) in orange is continuing its downward correction, following the completion of wave (3) in orange. The market appears to be aligning with the 38.2% Fibonacci retracement target zone. The B wave (grey) has finalized, and Wave C (grey) is progressing downward, with key support levels between 6.66 and 6.36.

Invalidation level: 7.88

IAG Elliott Wave technical summary

Trend level: Intermediate (Orange).
Wave type: Motive.
Wave structure: Impulse.
Current position: Wave C (grey) of Wave (4) (orange).

Technical insights:

From the 7.42 low, the b wave (grey) formed a Running Flat labeled ((a))((b))((c)) in navy. Since peaking near 7.88, wave c (grey) has initiated a decline, aiming for projected targets within the previously outlined zone.

Invalidation level: 7.88.

Conclusion:

Our outlook for ASX: IAG provides actionable insight into short-term corrections and long-term market positioning. We highlight significant validation and invalidation levels to strengthen trader confidence. The combination of detailed wave interpretation and precise price targeting delivers a practical and professional edge for navigating current market conditions.

Technical analyst: Hua (Shane) Cuong, CEWA-M.

IAG Elliott Wave technical analysis [Video]

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Peter Mathers

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Peter Mathers started actively trading in 1982. He began his career at Hoei and Shoin, a Japanese futures trading company.

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