Why is NLY Down Today?

NLY
$18.41
▼ -2.54% ($-0.47)
Last updated: Oct 01, 2026 3:34 PM ET (330 min ago)

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Sector: REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT TRUSTS
Market Cap: $13.25B
Forward P/E: 7.3
52-Week Range: $18.37 - $24.52
Employees: 191

Overall Confidence: 65%

65% Confident

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

SECTOR 65% Confidence
🎯 REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT TRUSTS sector moving together
This appears to be a sector-wide move. The REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT TRUSTS sector is down 1.5% on average.

✅ Move Confirmation

LOW VOLUME 0.5x average volume

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

📍 Sector Context

REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT TRUSTS sector: -1.5%

This appears to be a sector-wide move. Most REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT TRUSTS stocks are moving in the same direction.

Market Comparison

NLY is significantly underperforming the market (-2.7% vs SPY)
S&P 500
SPY
+0.18%
Nasdaq 100
QQQ
+0.31%
NLY
This Stock
-2.54%
vs S&P 500: -2.72%
vs Nasdaq: -2.85%

📊 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, NLY is expected to trade between:
$17.86 - $18.78

Key Level to Watch

$17.49 support
Watch for breakdown below $18.41

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Last updated: Oct 01, 2026 3:34 PM (330 minutes ago)
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Historical Context

NLY has moved more than 3.0% down on 4 occasions in the past year.

75.0%
Continuation Rate
3/4 times continued down
-0.8%
Avg Next Day Change
After similar down moves
Last similar move: Sep 30, 2026 (-7.0%) → Next day: -2.5%

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is NLY stock down today?

This appears to be a sector-wide move. The REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT TRUSTS sector is down 1.5% on average.

Is NLY stock a buy or sell right now?

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

What is the NLY stock price target?

NLY is currently trading at $18.41. Based on today's momentum, the expected short-term range is $17.86 - $18.78. See long-term price prediction →

Will NLY stock continue falling?

Our analysis shows a 45% probability that NLY's move continues in the next 1-3 days. Key level to watch: $17.49 (support).

Is NLY stock oversold or overbought?

NLY's RSI (Relative Strength Index) is currently at 14.1. This indicates oversold conditions - the stock may be due for a bounce as selling pressure appears exhausted.

What is the momentum for NLY stock?

NLY's 10-day momentum indicator is at -2.61. Strong bearish momentum - the stock is experiencing significant downward pressure. Watch for potential reversal signals.

Is NLY outperforming or underperforming the market?

NLY (-2.54%) is currently significantly underperforming the market (-2.7% vs SPY). Today, the S&P 500 (SPY) is up 0.18%, and Nasdaq (QQQ) is up 0.31%.

What does MACD indicate for NLY?

NLY's MACD (-0.85) is currently below the signal line (-0.6), indicating a bearish trend. This technical signal suggests selling pressure is dominant. The trend strength (ADX: 47.1) is strong.

Is NLY in an uptrend or downtrend?

Based on moving average analysis, NLY is in a bearish trend. The price ($18.41) is trading below both the 20-day SMA ($21.25) and 50-day SMA ($22.29). This alignment typically indicates sustained downward pressure.

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