Why is BHC Down Today?

BHC
$5.92
▼ -2.55% ($-0.15)
Last updated: Sep 11, 2026 8:36 PM ET (892 min ago)

About Bausch Health Companies Inc

Bausch Health Companies Inc is a world-wide specialty pharmaceutical, consumer health, and medical device company with a focus on branded products for the gastroenterology, hepatology, neurology and dermatology markets. The company reports revenue in five segments: Salix; International; Solta Medica...

Sector: PHARMACEUTICAL PREPARATIONS
Market Cap: $2.45B
Forward P/E: 1.5
52-Week Range: $4.33 - $8.00
Employees: 20,700

Overall Confidence: 50%

50% Confident

Based on news, social sentiment, options activity, and sector analysis

MOMENTUM 50% Confidence
🎯 BHC showing strong bearish momentum
BHC is down 2.6% today on 0.6x average volume. The move appears to be driven by general market sentiment and momentum traders.

✅ Move Confirmation

LOW VOLUME 0.6x average volume

UNCONFIRMED - Low volume suggests this move may not be sustainable.

📍 Sector Context

PHARMACEUTICAL PREPARATIONS sector: -0.5%

BHC is outperforming its sector by -2.0%. This suggests a stock-specific catalyst.

Market Comparison

BHC is significantly underperforming the market (-3.4% vs SPY)
S&P 500
SPY
+0.85%
Nasdaq 100
QQQ
+0.87%
BHC
This Stock
-2.55%
vs S&P 500: -3.4%
vs Nasdaq: -3.42%

📊 What Happens Next?

Probability Analysis

45% chance this move continues in the next 1-3 days

Expected Range

Based on historical patterns and options pricing, BHC is expected to trade between:
$5.74 - $6.03

Key Level to Watch

$5.62 support
Watch for breakdown below $5.92

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Last updated: Sep 11, 2026 8:36 PM (892 minutes ago)
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Options Market Insight

Neutral
Options Sentiment
0.91
Put/Call Ratio
139.5%
Implied Volatility
Call Volume: 13,212
Put Volume: 11,990
Total: 25,202
Unusual Activity: $7 CALL (1,291 vol) $7 CALL (1,291 vol) $7 CALL (1,291 vol)

Historical Context

BHC has moved more than 3.0% down on 33 occasions in the past year.

45.5%
Continuation Rate
15/33 times continued down
+0.48%
Avg Next Day Change
After similar down moves
Last similar move: Sep 09, 2026 (-4.2%) → Next day: -1.5%

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is BHC stock down today?

BHC is down 2.6% today on 0.6x average volume. The move appears to be driven by general market sentiment and momentum traders.

Is BHC stock a buy or sell right now?

Based on current analysis, BHC shows 50% confidence in today's move. Volume is low which does not confirm the trend. View full buy/sell analysis →

What is the BHC stock price target?

BHC is currently trading at $5.92. Based on today's momentum, the expected short-term range is $5.74 - $6.03. See long-term price prediction →

Will BHC stock continue falling?

Our analysis shows a 45% probability that BHC's move continues in the next 1-3 days. Key level to watch: $5.62 (support).

Is BHC stock oversold or overbought?

BHC's RSI (Relative Strength Index) is currently at 41.4. This shows bearish momentum - the stock has negative momentum but isn't oversold yet.

What is the momentum for BHC stock?

BHC's 10-day momentum indicator is at -0.44. Negative momentum - the stock has mild downward pressure which may continue short-term.

Is BHC outperforming or underperforming the market?

BHC (-2.55%) is currently significantly underperforming the market (-3.4% vs SPY). Today, the S&P 500 (SPY) is up 0.85%, and Nasdaq (QQQ) is up 0.87%.

What does MACD indicate for BHC?

BHC's MACD (0.06) is currently below the signal line (0.19), indicating a bearish trend. This technical signal suggests selling pressure is dominant. The trend strength (ADX: 27.7) is strong.

Is BHC in an uptrend or downtrend?

Based on moving average analysis, BHC is in a mixed/transitional trend. The price and moving averages are not clearly aligned, suggesting a potential trend change or consolidation phase. 20-day SMA: $6.51, 50-day SMA: $5.8.

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