Merck makes pharmaceutical products to treat several conditions in a number of therapeutic areas, including cardiometabolic disease, cancer, and infections. Within cancer, the firm's immuno-oncology platform, led by Keytruda, is a major contributor to overall sales. The company also has a substantial vaccine business aimed at preventing pediatric diseases, as well as Gardasil for human papillomavirus. Additionally, Merck sells animal health-related drugs. From a geographical perspective, 47% of the company's sales are generated from US human health (pharmaceuticals and vaccines).
Quick Stats
May 14, 202661.0
AI Score
BUY0.11
Volume Ratio
Aug 04, 2026
Next Earnings
12
+ve Days (30d)
18
-ve Days (30d)
MRK Stock Summary
Last updated May 14, 2026
MRK is currently trading at $112.89, positioned above its 200-day moving average of $101.26, indicating a long-term uptrend. The stock has a 52-week range of $73.31 to $125.14.
Technical Analysis: The 50-day moving average stands at $115.86, which is above the current price, indicating bearish near-term pressure. The RSI (Relative Strength Index) reads 46.651, suggesting the stock is neutral with balanced momentum.
Money Flow Indicators: The Chaikin Money Flow (20-day) is -0.209, which is negative, suggesting distribution or selling pressure. Our AI-powered investment score rates MRK at 61.0/100 with a BUY recommendation.
MRK (Merck & Co., Inc.) Indicators
Last updated May 14, 2026
| Indicator | Value |
|---|---|
| RSI(14) | 46.651 |
| CMF (20) | -0.209 |
| ROC (10) | 3.398 |
| ADX (14) | 23.647 |
| Indicator | Value |
|---|---|
| MACD (12,26,9) | -1.24 |
| AROONOSC (14) | 21.429 |
| WILLAMS %R (14) | -25.744 |
| MFI (14) | 45.033 |
MRK Technical Chart
- Candlesticks: Green = price up, Red = price down. Body shows open/close, wicks show high/low.
- SMAs: Moving averages help identify trends. Price above SMA = bullish, below = bearish.
- Options OI: Shows max open interest strikes. High OI = significant price levels.
- Volume Profile: Shows price levels with most trading activity. POC = Point of Control (highest volume).
- Earnings: Vertical lines mark earnings dates. Watch for volatility around these dates.
- Gamma Walls: Key support/resistance from options gamma exposure. Orange = resistance above, Purple = support below.
- Fibonacci Retracement: Auto-calculated support/resistance levels based on recent high/low. Key levels: 23.6%, 38.2%, 50%, 61.8%, 78.6%.
- Unusual Activity: Highlights days with abnormal volume (2x+ average) or large price moves (5%+). Red marker = unusual activity detected.
Technical Indicators
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Indicators will appear below the price chart with perfectly aligned datesVolume Profile Analysis
Horizontal histogram showing volume distribution at each price level with buying/selling pressure
MRK Price vs Max Options Open Interest
MRK Max Change In Options Open Interest
MRK Options - Sort by Max open Interest (near term)
14th May 2026 (Data is delayed in normal mkt. hours)
| Type | Expiration | Strike | OI | Change in OI |
Volume | Ask | PC | Delta | Vega | Volatility | % change | Track |
|---|
MRK Daily Out of Money Options - Sort by Max open Interest (near term)
14th May 2026 (Data is delayed in normal mkt. hours)
| Type | Expiration | Strike | OI | Change in OI |
Volume | Ask | PC | Delta | Vega | Volatility | % change | Track |
|---|
MRK Daily In the Money Options - Sort by Max open Interest (near term)
14th May 2026 (Data is delayed in normal mkt. hours)
| Type | Expiration | Strike | OI | Change in OI |
Volume | Ask | PC | Delta | Vega | Volatility | % change | Track |
|---|
MRK Most Active Options by Volume(near term)
14th May 2026 (Data is delayed in normal mkt. hours)
| Type | Expiration | Strike | Volume | OI | Change in OI |
Ask | PC | Delta | Vega | Volatility | % change | Track |
|---|
Merck & Co., Inc. is not trading above both 50 Day and 200 Day SMA which is considered Bearish.
MRK Moving Averages Analysis
Merck & Co., Inc. has been above 200 day sma 1 times in last 30 days. Last time it was above 200 day sma was on May 14, 2026
MRK (Merck & Co., Inc.) Simple Moving Averages
Moving Averages are last updated May 14, 2026
| Days | MA |
|---|---|
| 10 | 112.57 |
| 20 | 112.71 |
| 30 | 115.2 |
| 50 | 115.86 |
| 100 | 114.61 |
| 200 | 101.26 |
MRK Fundamental Analysis
| P/E (Forward) | 22.0264 |
| P/E (Trailing) | 31.3465 |
| Market Cap ($) | 274.8 billion |
| Earnings/Share ($) | 3.55 |
| Net Proft Margin (%) | 0.1359 |
| Dividend/Share ($) | 3.28 |
| EPS Estimate Current Year ($) | 3.04 |
| EPS Estimate Next Year ($) | 9.6273 |
| WallStreet Target Price ($) | 129.7407 |
| Most Recent Quarter |