On the daily timeframe, The Walt Disney Co. (DIS) is in the late stages of a corrective rally, forming wave (5) of C. The move has developed in a motive structure, rising from April 7th lows. With wave C nearing equivalence to wave A at $128, this price zone is critical for identifying a potential market top. If wave (5) completes around this area, it may mark the end of the corrective cycle and signal a directional shift.

DIS Elliott Wave technical analysis – One-hour chart

Function: Trend.

Mode: Impulsive.

Structure: Motive.

Position: Wave 4 of (5).

Direction: Upside in Wave 5.

Details:

Wave 4 of (5) is underway, with expectations of one more leg up into wave 5 of (5).
A bullish alternative also suggests this structure could be part of wave 1 and 2 of a new impulsive trend.

The 1-hour chart for DIS supports a continuation of the uptrend, with wave 4 of (5) nearly complete. A final leg into wave 5 of (5) is anticipated. This would finish the larger corrective wave C. However, an alternative count hints at the formation of waves 1 and 2 within a new primary impulsive trend. If the bullish count plays out, prices may push significantly above current levels, challenging key resistance zones.

Traders should monitor closely near the $128 resistance level for potential reversal signals or confirmation of continued bullish strength.

The Walt Disney Co. (DIS) Elliott Wave technical analysis [Video]

Author

Peter Mathers

TradingLounge

Peter Mathers started actively trading in 1982. He began his career at Hoei and Shoin, a Japanese futures trading company.

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