Why is BMI Up Today?

BMI
$128.48
▲ +4.00% (+$5.14)
Last updated: Oct 01, 2026 8:33 PM ET (132 min ago)

About Badger Meter, Inc.

Badger Meter Inc is an innovator, manufacturer, and marketer of products incorporating flow measurement, quality, control, and other system solutions serving markets. The company's products measure water, oil, chemicals, and other fluids, and provide and communicate timely measurement data. Its prod...

Sector: TOTALIZING FLUID METERS & COUNTING DEVICES
Market Cap: $5.21B
Forward P/E: 31.7
52-Week Range: $112.09 - $204.00
Employees: 2,210

Overall Confidence: 50%

50% Confident

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

MOMENTUM 50% Confidence
🎯 BMI showing strong bullish momentum
BMI is up 4.0% 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.

Market Comparison

BMI is significantly outperforming the market (+3.8% vs SPY)
S&P 500
SPY
+0.18%
Nasdaq 100
QQQ
+0.31%
BMI
This Stock
+4.00%
vs S&P 500: +3.82%
vs Nasdaq: +3.69%

📊 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, BMI is expected to trade between:
$125.91 - $132.33

Key Level to Watch

$134.90 resistance
Watch for continuation above $128.48

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Last updated: Oct 01, 2026 8:33 PM (132 minutes ago)
Data refreshes every 30 minutes during market hours

Options Market Insight

Bullish
Options Sentiment
0.17
Put/Call Ratio
72.8%
Implied Volatility
Call Volume: 4,748
Put Volume: 796
Total: 5,544
Unusual Activity: $135 CALL (1,301 vol) $135 CALL (1,288 vol) $135 CALL (1,053 vol)

Historical Context

BMI has moved more than 3.0% up on 23 occasions in the past year.

47.8%
Continuation Rate
11/23 times continued up
-0.28%
Avg Next Day Change
After similar up moves
Last similar move: Sep 18, 2026 (4.0%) → Next day: -0.9%

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is BMI stock up today?

BMI is up 4.0% today on 0.6x average volume. The move appears to be driven by general market sentiment and momentum traders.

Is BMI stock a buy or sell right now?

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

What is the BMI stock price target?

BMI is currently trading at $128.48. Based on today's momentum, the expected short-term range is $125.91 - $132.33. See long-term price prediction →

Will BMI stock continue rising?

Our analysis shows a 45% probability that BMI's move continues in the next 1-3 days. Key level to watch: $134.90 (resistance).

Is BMI stock oversold or overbought?

BMI's RSI (Relative Strength Index) is currently at 47.4. This shows bearish momentum - the stock has negative momentum but isn't oversold yet.

What is the momentum for BMI stock?

BMI's 10-day momentum indicator is at 0.75. Positive momentum - the stock has mild upward pressure supporting the current trend.

Is BMI outperforming or underperforming the market?

BMI (+4.00%) is currently significantly outperforming the market (+3.8% vs SPY). Today, the S&P 500 (SPY) is up 0.18%, and Nasdaq (QQQ) is up 0.31%.

What does MACD indicate for BMI?

BMI's MACD (-1.59) is currently below the signal line (-1.46), indicating a bearish trend. This technical signal suggests selling pressure is dominant. The trend strength (ADX: 13.9) is weak.

Is BMI in an uptrend or downtrend?

Based on moving average analysis, BMI is in a bearish trend. The price ($128.48) is trading below both the 20-day SMA ($128.88) and 50-day SMA ($131.55). This alignment typically indicates sustained downward pressure.

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