Why is MEDP Down Today?

MEDP
$602.04
▼ -3.55% ($-21.35)
Last updated: Oct 01, 2026 8:34 PM ET

About Medpace Holdings, Inc. Common Stock

Medpace is a late-stage contract research organization that provides full-service drug-development and clinical trial services to small and midsize biotechnology, pharmaceutical, and medical device firms. It also offers ancillary services, including bioanalytical laboratory services and imaging capa...

Sector: SERVICES-COMMERCIAL PHYSICAL & BIOLOGICAL RESEARCH
Market Cap: $15.28B
Forward P/E: 35.8
52-Week Range: $373.00 - $677.90
Employees: 6,000

Overall Confidence: 65%

65% Confident

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

SECTOR 65% Confidence
🎯 SERVICES-COMMERCIAL PHYSICAL & BIOLOGICAL RESEARCH sector moving together
This appears to be a sector-wide move. The SERVICES-COMMERCIAL PHYSICAL & BIOLOGICAL RESEARCH sector is down 2.0% on average.

✅ Move Confirmation

LOW VOLUME 0.6x average volume

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

📍 Sector Context

SERVICES-COMMERCIAL PHYSICAL & BIOLOGICAL RESEARCH sector: -2.0%

This appears to be a sector-wide move. Most SERVICES-COMMERCIAL PHYSICAL & BIOLOGICAL RESEARCH stocks are moving in the same direction.

Market Comparison

MEDP is significantly underperforming the market (-3.7% vs SPY)
S&P 500
SPY
+0.18%
Nasdaq 100
QQQ
+0.31%
MEDP
This Stock
-3.55%
vs S&P 500: -3.73%
vs Nasdaq: -3.86%

📊 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, MEDP is expected to trade between:
$583.98 - $614.08

Key Level to Watch

$571.94 support
Watch for breakdown below $602.04

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Last updated: Oct 01, 2026 8:34 PM (-240 minutes ago)
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Options Market Insight

Neutral
Options Sentiment
1.0
Put/Call Ratio
109.6%
Implied Volatility
Call Volume: 1,961
Put Volume: 1,959
Total: 3,920

Historical Context

MEDP has moved more than 3.0% down on 13 occasions in the past year.

38.5%
Continuation Rate
5/13 times continued down
+0.49%
Avg Next Day Change
After similar down moves
Last similar move: Jul 28, 2026 (-3.1%) → Next day: +2.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is MEDP stock down today?

This appears to be a sector-wide move. The SERVICES-COMMERCIAL PHYSICAL & BIOLOGICAL RESEARCH sector is down 2.0% on average.

Is MEDP stock a buy or sell right now?

Based on current analysis, MEDP shows 65% confidence in today's move. Volume is low which does not confirm the trend. View full buy/sell analysis →

What is the MEDP stock price target?

MEDP is currently trading at $602.04. Based on today's momentum, the expected short-term range is $583.98 - $614.08. See long-term price prediction →

Will MEDP stock continue falling?

Our analysis shows a 45% probability that MEDP's move continues in the next 1-3 days. Key level to watch: $571.94 (support).

Is MEDP stock oversold or overbought?

MEDP's RSI (Relative Strength Index) is currently at 47.3. This shows bearish momentum - the stock has negative momentum but isn't oversold yet.

What is the momentum for MEDP stock?

MEDP's 10-day momentum indicator is at -13.14. Strong bearish momentum - the stock is experiencing significant downward pressure. Watch for potential reversal signals.

Is MEDP outperforming or underperforming the market?

MEDP (-3.55%) is currently significantly underperforming the market (-3.7% vs SPY). Today, the S&P 500 (SPY) is up 0.18%, and Nasdaq (QQQ) is up 0.31%.

What does MACD indicate for MEDP?

MEDP's MACD (6.53) is currently below the signal line (7.65), indicating a bearish trend. This technical signal suggests selling pressure is dominant. The trend strength (ADX: 26.7) is strong.

Is MEDP in an uptrend or downtrend?

Based on moving average analysis, MEDP 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: $608.38, 50-day SMA: $600.35.

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